Review Centre: Crooners

"Well Tony, you did it again. You had the room in your hands. You are a FANTASTIC performer. Never once did you stop singing all night. Tony, like Arnie said, You Will Be Back! "

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"Hi David Steed, I just wanted to say a big thank you to you for playing at our wedding and making it such a special day ! You were very professional from the start and throughout. Loved you playing me down the aisle and I know the guests all said how great you were ! I Would highly recommend ! Thanks again, Rachel & Darrel, Cotswold Hotel & Spa . "

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"Fantastic! Christine was awesome in her performance and had great song suggestions! Highly recommend"

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"We just wanted to say thank you Tom for appearing at our corporate function on Saturday night. From the moment you started singing all our guests were up on the dance floor and didn’t want the night to the end. A wonderful voice and great fun! "

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"She was great, my residents absolutely loved her and we will be having her back!"

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"If you like Lana del Rey, check out Lauren Carter."

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"The Italian Duo were amazing. Their style was exactly what we needed for our small, private dinner with family and guests (we were 12 people). They understood what we needed with minimal explanations from us, were able to create the correct atmosphere and kept everybody entertained the whole evening. There were absolutely no unexpected issues from them, everything was completely professional: full transparency about the terms and conditions right from the start, and on the day of the event they arrived on time, set up, waited for all the guests to gather and started playing. It was fun, casual, heartfelt and we couldn’t have asked for better entertainment. I can definitely recommend them for any event you might want to hold. Thank you guys!!"

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"Dave Sang at mum's 80th birthday, he was absolutely fantastic and had the most amazing voice. Everyone loved him. Thank you for making mum's day so special."

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"We chose The Italian Wedding band to play at our wedding. We really couldn’t have made a better choice. Mariolino and the band were really great. Their music repertoire is really perfect for an elegant Italian wedding. They were able to engage the guests by livening up the party and made us experience wonderful emotions. We got married in Piedmont and they, despite being from Rome, traveled over 600km just to make us happy. In addition, we really appreciated the fact that we also played a song on request that was not part of their repertoire. I received more compliments from guests about the band than any other aspect of the wedding. I will never run out of ways to thank Marino and the whole band for the wonderful atmosphere they were able to create. I would get married again tomorrow just to call them back! ☺️ Finally, another key aspect: they are extremely organized, punctual, and precise! I had to give them very few instructions and they were incredibly autonomous: real true PROFESSIONALS. I have no doubt, I would recommend this band to any wedding couple because I can guarantee they are the best choice any couple could make for their wedding!!!"

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"What a night! Thank you so so much. Your performance was great. You looked great. Even your silver and gold fan stand fitted in perfectly with our 1920s theme! Couldn't have asked for anything more. Thank you!"

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"Frank De Blase, Roch City News Sometimes it all just falls into place. The setting, the situation, the scene, the tone -- everything is going your way. That describes last night for me. And at the heart of this mid-week Xanadu was the Rick Holland Uptown Orchestra, a modest, brass-centric outfit led by the trumpet-blowing Holland that swung with equal parts effervescence and laid-back cool at Lovin Cup. And come to find out, five of his Hollands regular guys were sidelined, and the holes on the bandstand were plugged with subs --- hired music muscle like Po’ Boy Erik Jacobs on the slide trombone. By the time the Orchestra heaped on a helping of Count Basie, there was nowhere else I wanted to be. I dragged my mom out in the cold for this show and she was thrilled when they stomped on the Savoy. Holland led the affair with a relaxed air, coaxing more than conducting under his porkpie lid. He went around the bandstand numerous times so every cat there got his fair shake, including pianist extraordinaire Bill Dobbins. This is one sweet band, yes, yes "

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"James was so terrific that words don’t give him justice! His performance blew the guests (Naval Officers and High Ranking friends) of my father Admiral James "Ace" Lyons' 90th birthday party away! He sang very special songs that brought back very found memories of the past locations where we lived around the world! James was absolutely wonderful and accommodated everything I had ask and dreamed of. Lastly, James' rendition of ‘My Way” brought tears to everybody's eyes! It was better than Frank Sinatra's and just an unbelievable fantastic evening that none of us will ever forget! Thank you so much!! Michele Lyons"

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"Review of Trilby - The liner notes inform us that this ensemble started as a swinging dance band in 2005. Since then, they've evolved into a solid, well-arranged outfit with first rate solos played by intriguing, skilled jazz cats. The feeling I derived from the CD was similar to a classic Blue Note session. You know, several well-written originals that are melodically strong, and a few standards to test the players' chops on familiar material. The co-leaders play flugelhorn and trombone, respectively. Most of the arrangements come from pianist Bill Dobbins, who allows plenty of room for free-swinging solo work. The familiar vehicles here include Benny Golson's "Stablemates" and Sonny Stitt's "Eternal Triangle." I also spotted a tune called "Rich's Call" by Kerry Strayer, a baritone player of the highest stripe, and a skilled composer and arranger as well. It is interesting to note three compositions from jazz harmonica whiz, Hendrik Meurkens. Perhaps he has some connection to the band. Finally, it should be said that this session is directed straight down the middle of the bop highway. Simply an outstanding blowing session on songs that, amazingly enough, sound like songs!"

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"We just wanted to say thank you so much for entertaining us and our guests on our wedding day. You were absolutely perfect for us! We are still hearing about how amazing you were from all of our guests who were very impressed and had a great night. My dear Grandpa was a successful jazz singer back in his day and said it was just like seeing Frank Sinatra in his youth, he was very impressed with you indeed! Thank you so much for making the evening perfect for us, we couldn't have hoped for a better singer to celebrate our big day with! We will tell everyone about you!! Thanks again, Claire & Stu xxx "

Reply by The British Bublé
Thank you so much, Claire & Stu! It was an absolute honour to perform at your wedding and be part of such a special celebration. Hearing that your guests — and especially your Grandpa — enjoyed the show means the world to me. I’m so glad the music helped make your evening unforgettable. If anyone’s searching for a live wedding singer or Michael Bublé-style performer in London or across the UK, I’d love to bring the same timeless swing, jazz, and soulful classics to your event. Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness together!

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"We booked Darren for a family party... he was absolutely fabulous. Very professional and with a great song list. We had the most perfect afternoon, he created a lovely atmosphere and was very engaging with the family and his audience.. would highly recommend. thank you Darren x Read less. (10 / 10) Julie R"

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