Review Centre: One Man Bands

"I was extremely satisfied with the performance of the Sideliners for our event. They sounded great and played an amazing variety of music. Very professional! We will re-book with them again."

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"Then there was the unforgettable Peter Bull. This amazingly versatile minstrel drew another capacity crowd for his marvellously entertaining offering called From Bad King John to Good Queen Bess. Hurdy-gurdy, recorder, dulcimer, cittern, flute, lute and voice were put to work for a fast moving 90 minutes of splendid medieval and Elizabethan songs and dances."

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"Seps’ Elevated Our Wedding to Perfection! We recently had the pleasure of having Seps’ as the saxophone player at our wedding, and we cannot express how grateful we are for the incredible experience he provided. The feedback from our friends and family has been nothing short of spectacular, and it's easy to see why. Sep's performance was nothing short of phenomenal. The seamless integration of EDM songs, per our request, added a modern twist that left our friends thoroughly impressed. His ability to engage guests during the cocktail hour, moving around with his saxophone, created an atmosphere that was lively, energetic, and utterly enjoyable for everyone. The grand entrance was an absolute showstopper, and we owe it all to Seps’. His musical accompaniment turned the moment into a cinematic experience, adding a layer of elegance and excitement that elevated the entire evening. What truly stood out, beyond the incredible performance, was the ease of working with Seps’. The upfront prep work and communication were impeccable. Seps’ was always clear, on top of every detail, and made the entire process hassle-free for us. His professionalism allowed us to relax and fully enjoy our celebration without any worries. If you're looking for a saxophone player who is not only incredibly talented but also a joy to work with, Seps’ is the one. We wholeheartedly recommend him for any event where you want to add a touch of musical magic. Thank you, Seps’ for making our wedding truly unforgettable and for seamlessly incorporating our unique tracklist. You added an exceptional touch to our special day."

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"I've booked Andrew for all our major festival and party nights in Limerick's for the past 20 years. Everytime he plays here he creates a party atmosphere like no other and always has the audience eating out of his hand! If you're looking for a one man show who always brings his 'A' game, then look no further"

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"Thanks we had a great time and Lee’s music was a perfect backdrop while we had the wedding breakfast."

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"“JuanMa not only wrote the score, he gives a most engaging performance.” -SHOWBIZ"

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"Guitarist singer. Play guitare and sing multilingual repertory"

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"Aidan played our backyard wedding and he was AMAZING! He made it personal and beautiful and fun and it was the most perfect addition to an already perfect evening! He was very communicative and open and he just wanted to make sure we really got everything we could have ever wanted. Highly recommend for any private event.... hopefully we can book him for an anniversary party"

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"Wow!!! Your performance all through the event was incomparable and melodious. I will recommend you over and over! "

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"Saw Romy B play a gig in Canberra on the 27th and i wish she was a local! She is very attentive to the audience and her stage presence is second to none. Next time she is in town i will definitely book her for a gig at my venue :)"

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"Emmanuel made our event outstanding! I have sent him the list of songs only in 3 days before the event , and he was excellent in performance of all of them ! The guy really knows his work and all guests were happy. It’s a pleasure to work with him !"

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"When I say 10/10 !!!!! Definitely recommended BOOK KELVINN! the whole party loved the music and vibes . We can’t thank you enough we’ll be definitely booking again "

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"All of this is an admittedly roundabout way of confessing that I wasn't prepared to be as delighted as I am with Go Tell It on the Mountain (Silkheart), an album of traditional hymns and originals with heaven-gazing titles by Booker T. Williams Jr., a New York-based tenor saxophonist originally from Seattle who performs as Booker T. The obsessive soul-searching implicit in the programming suggests an affinity with John Coltrane. But unlike too many of the saxophonists who aim for Coltrane's spiritual elevation, Booker T has a devilish sense of humor best illustrated by his "Say amen, Gracie" drollery on "What a Friend We Have in Jesus," a homey little melody he elongates and fragments with the comic élan of a Sonny Rollins. In fact, the classic album that Go Tell It on the Mountain most recalls is Way Out West, Rollins's 1958 album of cowboy tunes--and not just because Booker T, like Rollins before him, finds inspiration in unlikely places. It's also because Booker T's interaction with the bassist Saheb Sarbib and the drummer Andrew Cyrille is as carefree and almost as electrifying as Rollins's with Ray Brown and Shelly Manne thirty years ago (or better yet, with Wilbur Ware and Elvin Jones on A Night at the Village Vanguard, from around the same time). Despite the sarcasm implicit in Booker T's low-register bleats, his performances of "What a Friend We Have in Jesus" and "Jesus Loves Me" exude sincerity, much the way Rollins's interpretations of oddball pop tunes do. For Booker T, as for Rollins, satire is a sign of respect, not condescension. Booker T is ecumenical: one of the album's most infectious cuts is "Halle Kalle Mazeltov," a hora whose modality he cagily exploits. The Spartan trio format means that Sarbib and Cyrille have to function as soloists as well as rhythm stalwarts, and both men shoulder the added burden gracefully, maintaining melodic continuity in a manner that bassists and drummers seldom do when they solo. Despite the length of some of the tracks (the title tune, which is just over sixteen minutes, is a Booker T original, not the folk song of the same name), Booker T's solos never deteriorate into self-indulgent braying. His sense of thematic exposition is too well developed for that-another cue he takes from Rollins. (And as if to underscore his lineage, the CD-only bonus track is Rollins's calypso "St. Thomas.") He switches to alto on his own "When Mama Cries I Cry," and his phrasing is impressively speechlike on this lighter horn. "

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"Amazing MJ impersonator, thanks for teaching my kids the dance of the legend 🤍🙏🏼"

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"Excellent guitar skills and singing voice. Our guests all commented on how much David created the perfect atmosphere with his music - would recommend him to everyone. "

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