Parallel Sounds: Married at First Sight
About Parallel Sounds
Introducing Parallel Sounds, a series where we share music from our world-class catalogue, inspired by the biggest film and TV shows.
These parallel picks have been chosen by our music experts, designed to enhance any project or production you’re working on.
Find music for non-scripted reality TV
The reality TV series Married at First Sight (MAFS) first hit US screens in 2014, originally based on the Danish series Gift ved første blik. The social experiment matches singles who tie the knot upon first meeting and follows their journey as they attempt to build a romantic relationship with their partner.
The series, known for its controversial contestants and dramatic confrontations, has been adopted and aired in multiple countries, including the US, UK and Australia. MAFS Australia is now one of the most popular reality TV shows in Australia, averaging two million viewers per episode. Meanwhile, MAFS UK has driven 1,200 years of viewing and is Channel 4’s most-watched commercial streaming title.
For non-scripted reality TV shows like MAFS, music plays an integral role in propelling the storyline of each episode, as couples navigate their budding relationships through tense conflicts, explosive rows and heartfelt connections. Music is used as a vital indicator of tonal shifts in the narrative and reflects each couple’s unique journey through a rollercoaster of emotional highs and lows.
If you’re looking for music to underscore your next reality TV production, discover our Married at First Sight-inspired playlist below. From fragile piano instrumentals to anxious staccato strings, you’ll find the perfect soundscape for your next production.
