Review Centre: Swing Bands

"Let’s face it. Music soothes, heals, excites, entertains and inspires. Legendary Jazz Drummer and Bandleader, Art Blakey even said “(it) washes away the dust of everyday life.” I’ll go with that. That very moment when any artist starts to sing or play, is critical. We all want to be entertained, not just played to. And one more observation, if they look like they’re having fun - I am too. The Jazz Kings performed to a sell-out audience at the Brisbane Jazz Club: they brought their musical goods right through the front door and into our hearts and souls. The key difference is in the delivery. It’s called engagement, the sparkle in their eyes as they share their love of Jazz with everyone in the room. The Jazz Kings' repertoire is wide, impressive and constantly updated. It includes a couple of original pieces, but you can’t quite tell as they are very cleverly cloaked with the fabric of that particular era. What makes their evening different is their cheerful unpredictability. Not every song has each person doing an instrumental. (Which often can be tedious.) Two tunes might even be performed one after another without a formal introduction. Look out for some gentle fun inclusion with the audience – that’s the chance to sing along. It’s an old-fashioned but proven concept that has you laughing – and wondering where the night went. All-in-all, a thoroughly entertaining night. I’d go again. And again!"

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"Wonderful and lovely musicians. Made our event even more special. Thank you. Super user friendly and reliable as well."

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"We came across the band Hot Wings quite by accident and we are incredibly happy about it. We couldn't have chosen a better musical accompaniment to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Schrack Technik. At an event for hundreds of people there was dancing, guests were having fun and the dance floor was empty at most during the breaks. The chosen repertoire was excellent, with both younger and older ages coming into their own, and the band was one of the first things guests praised after the celebration. The communication before the event was also great, quick, everything was fine-tuned at the joint meeting in the space, and there was not a single problem on the day of the celebration. Thank you for the amazing music at our party, it was a great experience for everyone!"

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"What to remember first? The classy tunes during our cocktail night or the lively Latin vibes at dinner? Marmitas knows how to make every moment fun, perfectly tailoring their sound to fit the vibe!"

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"I just love Paddy’s songs and musicians and music and energy… so when he told me he can also do weddings….!!! I just dream about asking him for mine. Their concert was just as perfect as we expected: fun, loving, true, positive! People still talk about this! "

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"Shadow Sax! I cannot thank you enough. You went above and beyond. You were superb and you made our canapé reception! We are so glad we booked you. We so highly recommend!! Thank you so much! Amy and Harry. Note: this review was provided through a different system which rates out of 5, and received a 5 start rating (ie 5 out of 5)"

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"​It is 100 years since Frank Sinatra was born and Martin Joseph is considered one of the most important Sinatra interpreters today. The concert with the excellent Carlsham Punch Big Band was delivered with dynamic force and feeling, showcasing a singer and entertainer of the highest class. KARLSHAMNS ALLEHANDA, SWEDEN"

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"A great big thank you to The Downtowners for providing the best live music for our reception. They played all our requests and had the dance floor jumping! We loved the jazz trio at the beginning of the evening setting the mood for the rest of the night. I highly recommend The Downtowners for any function to get the party started and to keep it going!"

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Thanks Ashleigh your wedding reception was so much fun! We thoroughly enjoyed keeping you entertained. Wishing you and Mitchell all the best for your future together.

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"Bravo à Marie et ses musiciens ! Ils ont été supers, une ambiance chaleureuse et dansante pour notre cocktail qui ont ravis tous nos convives. La voix de Marie fait voyager. Ils sont hyper professionnel s, discrets, autonomes et s'adaptent à nos besoins. Un grand merci !"

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"USA Jazz Club Antwerp: We waren opzoek naar een stijlvolle band die toch een ‘feestelijke’ sfeer kan neerzetten, zo kwamen we bij FÊTE LAWEIT terecht. De eerlijke filmpjes die we vonden gaven ons de indruk dat dit een verzorgd project is. Leuke originele arrangementen, verzorgde uitvoering, enthousiasme op het podium en afwissellend repertoire met enkele ‘niet alledaagse’ stukken. Een bisnummer was onvermijdelijk om dit feestelijk concert af te sluiten. "

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"We just wanted to drop you a note to thank you so much for the music at our wedding. We have received so many compliments about the swing band that we hope you can pass on to all of the members. Special thanks for putting together the My Funny Valentine piece for Karen’s parents, they really appreciated it. We both had the most fantastic day and one we’ll remember forever, thank you so much for being a part of it."

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"We made the best decision to have Soulmates Collective at our wedding in Poggibonsi. From the start, Francesco was an absolute delight to deal with and provided answers to all our questions. We were a mess prior to the wedding and he took all the stress of music away from us. On the day, Francesco on piano, and Sergio on trumpet, played incredibly. At times they were the centre point of attention, at other times, soft harmony in the background. The music was perfect and I was often captivated by their mastery of music and their chemistry playing together. In addition to this, Francesco and Sergio were just beautiful human beings. We felt like they were part of our family, playing from the heart. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending them to anyone. You can’t go wrong with Soulmates Collective. "

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"Love you guys, you really made our weekend. Awesome"

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"From the first note to the last, their musicianship was flawless and their presence brought a truly luxurious atmosphere."

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"We had the pleasure of hiring the Hot Club du Nax for our event, and they completely exceeded our expectations! From the first note, they brought so much energy and joy — people couldn’t stop dancing and smiling. Their sound is authentic, their timing impeccable, and they really know how to engage with the crowd. If you're looking to add a unique and vibrant touch to your party, look no further. Highly recommended!"

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