Elevate your event with Eva and Ian, a talented, versatile, dynamic (and married!) pair whose musical offerings span centuries, from classical opera and showtunes, to jazz standards and Top 40 hits from the past eight decades. Whether you're looking for dazzling showmanship for an elegant soiree, classic love songs for your wedding reception, acoustic background music for a dressed-down occasion, or anything in between, Kiss & Tell will work with you to deliver a pitch-perfect event!
Eva and Ian are a dynamic duo. Full of energy, they know just how to engage the crowd.
Response from Kiss & Tell Duo:
Thanks, Yesenia! We love performing for you and your residents!
Kiss and Tell Duo was the perfect addition to our Carnival themed Event! Their music is enjoyable for both young and old, which was exactly what we needed. They both are great at fostering a relationship with their audience and encouraging participation (clapping, singing, and dancing along). Ian is always timely and professional in his communication leading up to and on the day of his performances. Highly recommend!
Response from Kiss & Tell Duo:
Thank you, Hannah! We had a blast at your event, so glad we could be a part of it!
So much talent and quite the show! They are so entertaining you will not be disappointed. I highly recommend Kiss and Tell for any event, because you definitely won't be bored!
Response from Kiss & Tell Duo:
Thank you, Candace! We're so glad everyone had a good time, we certainly did!!
This talent knows how to hit the nail on the head. We, at Bethany Village, Centerville OH got caught up in his enthusiam with caused all to join in with singing, dancing in our seats and toe tapping. Please return soon Ian……we all loved you and look forward to a repeat performance.
I sat on the front row and will make certain I get a front row seat next year.
Kiss & Tell came to perform for my elders at an Assisted Living community and they were amazing! Played all their favorite songs and were so engaging with our elders. I would definitely recommend booking them to perform for your next event!
Eva and Ian were awesome to work with! Very professional and laid everything out ahead of time so you knew what kind of performance to expect. Our residents at our retirement community LOVED their performance and can't wait to have them back in the future. Thanks so much!
Response from Kiss & Tell Duo:
Thank you so much for your feedback, Chloe! We had a blast and can’t wait to be back!
I use this duo at Leo's Italian Social on Every 2nd Thursday of the month. They are talented and bring a great crowed to our restaurant.
Response from Kiss & Tell Duo:
Thank you so much Diana! We always look forward to playing at Leo's! Thank you for having us and see you soon :)
Kiss and Tell performed at our wedding and were perfect! Ian knows how to keep the crowd engaged, has such an amazing vibe with the crowd and Eva is beautiful and has an incredible voice. They have a lot of cruise ship experience as well which makes them perfect for any kind of crowd. Recommend 10/10!
I've had the honor of hosting the Kiss & Tell Duo at my coffee shop for a couple of occasions and it's been nothing but joy and fun each time. Super professional and talented couple that brings an engagement to the room and with the audience that's unmatched in Charlotte. They make each performance special and it was very apparent that those watching/listening felt a part of the show. Duo plays a great variety of tunes and they're both top notch musicians, performers, and people. Kiss & Tell has the goods to make any event you're looking to bring live music too that much more special (i.e. Private Events, Cocktail Hours, etc.) I'll continue to book them at my shop whenever possible!
Response from Kiss & Tell Duo:
Thank you so much Patrick! We absolutely love playing at Madison Perk and we appreciate your mission to support live music in Charlotte! :)
Price Range: $400 and up
Gig Length: 60 - 180 minutes
Languages: English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
When you BOOK Kiss & Tell, we will...
- communicate regularly to clarify expectations
- tailor our music and develop a set list to best fit your needs
- set-up and tear-down as required
- arrive on-time and prepared
When Kiss & Tell PERFORMS, we will...
- draw from our collective 40+ years of professional entertainment experience
- provide music from our repertoire of 1000+ songs
- take requests + play what the audience wants to hear
- deliver a memorable performance
- bring good vibes only!
Eva Santiago was born and raised in Lisbon, Portugal (100% Portuguese blood). Her mom was a professional dancer, so she grew up in the theater and took dance and singing lessons from early childhood, before moving to London, England, when she was 19. She graduated from the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama with a Master's Degree in Musical Theatre, and lived in London for 12 years (!) working as a professional singer, actress and voice over artist, both in the UK and abroad.
In 2015, she began her journey on cruise ships, working for Seabourn, Holland America Line and American Queen Voyages. She has visited 70+ countries worldwide, and stepped foot on every continent except Antarctica (something to look forward to, right?!). She moved to New York City in the US at the end of 2019 to marry her then-fiancé, now-husband, Ian Benjamin.
Ian Benjamin is the other half of Kiss & Tell (but he won’t say which half). He's an Ohio native — fun fact, he was born in Akron in the same hospital as LeBron James — and got a BFA in Musical Theatre from Wright State University in Dayton, OH.
He moved to New York City when I was 23 years old, and six weeks later his life changed forever when he booked a job as a singer on a cruise ship. He met Eva on a ship at the end of 2017, and the rest is history! Since then, he has traveled to over 50 countries and a dozen states while performing in award-winning entertainment as a Lead Vocalist, Pianist, Entertainment Manager, and Cruise Director for various cruise lines.
On land, Ian has performed across the country, with over 40 theatrical credits including as an actor in Les Misérables and Hairspray, as a Music Director at the famous NYC supper club and cabaret 54 Below, and as a singing pianist at Carowinds theme park right here in his own North Carolina backyard!
Ian and Eva left New York at the end of 2020, and they are so glad to call Charlotte their new home. They have loved getting to know this city and meeting the wonderful humans who live here. Music is such a beautiful and universal way to connect with people, and after performing all over the world, they are looking forward to entertaining new audiences, and being part of the abundance of art and culture the Queen City has to offer!
As long as your venue can provide a three-pronged electrical outlet and approximately 10² ft. of performance space, Kiss & Tell are self-sufficient and can provide the following gear as needed: keyboard, stand, stools, two microphones, mic stands, two speakers, audio mixer, all necessary cables, and a 6' extension cord.
| May 29, 2024 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Retirement Community Event |
| March 06, 2024 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Concert |
| Eva Santiago | Singer |
| Ian Benjamin | Singer/Pianist |
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