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"Luca e la streettino jazz band sono stati veramente meravigliosi e hanno reso il nostro matrimonio speciale e unico. Una band di professionisti bravissimi e alla mano, che hanno intrattenuto la festa dall'inizio alla fine con una musica dal vivo fantastica. Ci hanno accompagnato dal vivo all'aperitivo e durante il pranzo fino a farci ballare e divertire dopo il pranzo con musica jazz, swing 😃e non solo e dj set. Sono veramente alla mano e mai invadenti. Michele e la sua band sono gentilissimi e ti seguono con i tuoi gusti musicali nella preparazione. Possono variare nel genere musicale e sono veramente bravissimi e professionisti. Sono anche disponibili a fare il dj set con la musica che piú vi piace oltre che alla musica dal vivo. Tutti gli invitati sono rimasti estasiati e a noi in particolare ci hanno fatto un impazzire di gioia facendoci ballare swing come desideravamo. ☺️ Veramente consigliati!"

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"My brother’s playing in the WiseGuys Band come by HOME bar to hear them play Friday at 8:00 pm."

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"There is magic in Jahangir's hands. It takes more than just being a musician to give the level of performance Jahangir gave. His ability to connect with an audience, having them sway to the rhythm of his guitar truly brought the event to life. His captivating skills and amazing stage presence made is clear that we were in good hands, receiving numerous praises from the attendees. Truly a master of his craft, I highly recommend him for any event"

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"What can I say? Simply fantastic. Spot-on entertainment that kept the dance-floor packed from beginning to end. Your team’s professionalism shone out on the day by a country mile and they’re the kind of standards i love and expect! The band was absolutely fantastic. The set up, look and standard of music was second to none and the many comments we received back from our guests reflected this. The vocals from your lead singer were simply stunning. Also, the accompanying disco that you provided for us was absolutely fantastic too and together with the band it made for perfect wedding entertainment. I would have no hesitation in recommending your services. Thanks again and should the opportunity arise I hope to book you again one day."

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"You are incredible! From the acoustic set in the afternoon to the end of the night, I could not have asked for more. This band are amazing! They were the highlight of the wedding… my husband & I cannot thank them enough. Everyone commented on our band & we were chuffed to bits we had booked them. They helped so much in the planning & the communication was great. I would book them again in a heartbeat. They were unreal!!! Thank you 😊"

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"We booked The Cheers for our wedding and they were awesome!! So many guests commented on how good the band was and we had a full dance floor throughout both sets. The lead singer was fabulous! Ben, the manager, was a delight to work with. Absolutely professional and very organised which meant they could set up easily and we could get on with everything else whilst they did so. They allowed us to generate a bespoke playlist from their repertoire and even learned a new song for our first dance. Couldn’t recommend The Cheers enough and would definitely use them again. "

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"As a wedding planner, I have worked with many bands over the years, but Benga Party Band is by far one of the best . They are professional, and talented, and their energy on stage is unbeatable. They were able to accommodate all of the couple's requests and made their special day even more memorable. cant wait to work with them again ! Emma"

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"Perfect music for a high-end celebration. Leon brought sophistication and emotion to our event. Absolutely outstanding."

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"As the CEO owner of Summer Soul Vibes Festival in Suffolk, it has always been our aim to bring our festival goers the BEST bands and entertainment from across the country and internationally. The moment we saw Uncle Funk's Disco Inferno, we knew we had to book them. The raw talent, the crowd interaction, the visual effect of the show - they're exactly what a festival needs and they keep the crowd in the palm of their hand the entire set! They've played Summer Soul Vibes Festival twice now, and our customers have twice said they were the best band of the weekend, and we have had Soul II Soul, Kenny Thomas, Phats & Small, The Brand New Heavies, Incognito and many more! On top of that, they're down to earth, easy to work with, brilliantly efficient, and there's no ego to it either. They're just utterly phenomenal and we can't recommend them enough!"

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"Amazing Band! Outstanding musicians and performers. Will definitely hire again. "

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"The Latin Formula performed for us last Saturday and were absolutely amazing!! They arrived in good time to set up before the guests arrived and looked great in their suits and hats, which worked well with the glitz and glam theme of the evening. The band were fantastic in creating a rapport with the guests, which got them dancing during the whole of their performance. Everyone loved them. The band even got the guests singing, clapping and doing a conga dance. We have certainly found our go-to band for a great celebratory event and would definitely hire them again. They were fabulous!"

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"It’s quite possible to stroll right past the place while navigating West Kinzie Street, just a wee bit north of the Chicago River, and not even realize it. The only concrete clue that you’ve arrived at your destination is the sight of a black canvas entrance emblazoned with the curious moniker of the joint. It’s called Untitled, and that handle is purposely nondescript, only adding to the overall mystique of the nightspot. Head down a short flight of stairs, say hello to the doorman (there’s no cover), and you’ll find that Untitled offers a welcoming hideaway from the hustle and bustle of the Loop, which sits only a few blocks south on the other side of the river. During the Prohibition era, speakeasies dotted the Windy City landscape where those so inclined could quaff an alcoholic libation or two while securely hidden away from the long arm of the law. But those long-ago speaks were never this spacious or glamorously appointed. Make no mistake: this is a classy operation all the way, so you won’t spy any tennis shoes or sweatsuits sullying the polished dance floor. When the Rhythm Rockets take the stage at Untitled, as they’ve been doing on the second Wednesday evening of every month for a while now starting at 7:30 p.m. and going strong for three hours, the joint proceeds to jump to a barrage of eminently danceable rhythms. The music meshes perfectly with the delicious food and cool drinks that can be ordered by summoning your lovely waitress. You can dine on such delicacies as steak tartare, sea scallops, and mushroom tortellini, and top your feast off with a scrumptious slice of whoopee pie, a blend of dark chocolate-espresso cake, peanut butter mousse, and powdered sugar. There was a fair amount of dancing happening during the Rhythm Rockets’ most recent Untitled engagement, but most of the sizable crowd was content to soak in the swinging soiree at their tables or from their barstools. The sound quality was exceptionally crisp and full-bodied all night long; Dave Downer’s concise guitar licks sliced through the air with authority, and Nicole Kestler’s delightful vocals were mixed at precisely the right level for maximum enjoyment as she sailed through longtime Rhythm Rockets favorites that included Little Esther’s “Oo Papa Do,” the relaxed pre-war blues lament “Trouble In Mind,” and the band’s scorching arrangement of Ruth Brown’s “(Mama) He Treats Your Daughter Mean” that they often use as a set closer. The sizzling sax section (tenors Michael Bielecki and Vince Salerno and baritone Justin Kierans) was tight and right throughout the evening, and the rock-solid combination of bassist Lou Marini and drummer Mark Fornek kept the grooves hitting on all cylinders. Mark usually sings a song or two on each set prior to Nicole’s entrance, and now he’s previewing a few Chicago blues numbers that he’s also singing with Dave’s new side band, the Five Alibis. Vince switched over to harmonica to give Little Walter’s ominous “I Don’t Play” an authentic Chicago blues sound, although the horns returned when Mark launched into Junior Wells’ playful shuffle “The Things I’d Do For You.” If you’re anywhere near River North on the second Wednesday of this or any month in the near future, take a walk down Kinzie and seek out Untitled, even if you have to look hard for it. It’s altogether worth the effort--and a great place to check out the Rhythm Rockets doing what they do best! "

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"I’ve seen a lot of Nirvana tribute bands, and Endless, Nameless is on another level. They don’t just play the songs—they feel right. The tone, the dynamics, even the way the set flows… it actually feels like watching Nirvana, not just a cover band running through hits. The crowd was fully locked in the entire set. People singing, moshing, losing it—it was one of the best live tribute performances I’ve seen in a long time. If you’re even remotely a Nirvana fan, do not miss these guys."

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"If you’re a reggae fan, or even just a lover of good live music, Strictly Reggae is a must-see. Their energy, passion, and sheer talent are undeniable, making for an unforgettable Wedding day!"

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"I had this band play at my 30th birthday party wow what a fantastic night! The band was brilliant everybody loved them they did a little old school so the older generations there enjoyed it and played some newer songs! Even obliged my 2 little boys when they asked them to play mummy’s favourite song by Kings of Leon ‘ their sox are on fire’ haha I’m pretty sure they meant this sex is on fire! I would highly recommend for all occasions big or small. Thank you once again for making my night so special hopefully see you all again soon."

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