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"Central Avenue Band played for our wedding and were brilliant. Everybody had a great time and the dance floor was full. I would highly recommended for a wedding band that plays all classics for everybody. Thank You"

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"Fantastic Band. Absolutely brilliant band, they had everyone up dancing from start to finish. I couldn't thank them enough for helping make our wedding night the best of our lives. From the moment we booked them, they were amazing, giving us advice on timings etc. It was such an easy process, they liaised with the venue so we didn't have to stress at all. The variety of songs was awesome. Best wishes Ciaran *****"

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"Shannon and Freddie played at our winter wedding in November 2025. They were kind enough to take the time to learn our two favourite songs to play in our ceremony and perfectly brought our vision to life. So many of our guests commented on how brilliant they were, and we totally agree. Thank you both!"

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"Hi Guys, Just wanted to say thank you for your performance at our celebration on Thursday. We really appreciate the amazing effort and enthusiasm you put into it. It was simply wonderful! Many thanks, John"

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"It was so lovely to have you accompanying us in the church for the hymns - a refreshing change from the organ! Also, back at the marquee - it was beautiful having you play as we greeted each other - I am only sorry I didn't come over to tell you how much I was enjoying it. It was a very special day and you were a special part of it! With every best wish to you all. Abby's mum and dad "

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"Brilliant night, thank you to you all. All our friends loved it too ❤️ 🎶 🎵"

Reply by El Zumbido
Thank you Lynne! So glad you all had a great time. Jennifer

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"Thank you so much for performing at our wedding! What a top act! You really brought the vibe as soon as the ceremony was over! All of our guests and us loved it! You have been so easy to work with on the run up to the wedding as well. Highly, highly recommended! I also appreciate you catching some behind the scenes footage which I am able to watch before the official photo release. Thank you!"

Reply by Oleg Sax
My absolute pleasure. You’re very welcome!

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"Dare to Love Music is a captivating live jazz duo whose deep bond shines in their performances. Their connection is evident in every note, as they perform timeless jazz. The chemistry between them brings warmth, charm, and emotional depth to each song, making the audience feel like part of an intimate conversation. With soulful vocals, skillful instrumentation (piano and saxophone), and playful interaction, Dare to Love Music is a beautiful celebration of love, music, and shared artistry. They were amazing for our afternoon jazz event and they were very interactive with the audience. Thank you Dare to Love Music!"

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"You might expect an album with edgy, teal-lit cover art and the title of The Isolation Blues, by the Mike Goudreau Band, to be either dark and brooding or a real barroom stomper, showcasing the loudest guitar you’ve heard since Jimi Hendrix’s. Instead, from the first notes, you’ll find it’s a peppy ensemble extravaganza with horns galore. More’s the better, too – the Winter Solstice is coming up, and we need an eye-opening blast of sunshine in the middle of it. Smooth, jazzy-influenced, and boasting crystal-clear vocals, it’s a must-play on New Year’s Eve. Born in 1965 in Newport, Vermont, into a musical family with an English mother and a French-Canadian father, Mike Goudreau picked up his first guitar at age 14 and hasn’t stopped playing since. His early influences included the Beatles, Chuck Berry, Rolling Stones, Johnny Cash, Nat King Cole, Louis Armstrong, Frank Sinatra, and later, Albert King, Freddie King, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Powder Blues and Downchild – to name a few. Such diverse interests help to explain why Mike is comfortable in so many musical genres, especially jazz and blues. Since 2007, Mike’s songs have been heard on hundreds of network TV shows and films, such as the TV movie The Happiest Season (Hulu), Dynasty (CBS), the Universal Pictures film Dark Waters, the Hollywood film The Banker, starring Samuel Jackson (2020), The Neighborhood (CBS), NCIS Los Angeles (CBS), and Chicago PD (NBC), among several others. Joining Mr. Goudreau (vocals, guitars, bass and hand claps) are Jean-Francois Begin (think Menachem Begin, not “begin”) on drums and percussion, Dany Roy on tenor sax and trumpet, Ira Friedman on organ and piano, and Pascal Veilette on harmonica. You know all the shows and films mentioned earlier? Together, they spell diamond-level QUALITY. That’s what’s been poured into each of the fourteen original tracks on this CD. Every note, every musical phrase, glimmers like the light off one of that gem’s many facets. This is real-deal blues, whether in swing/jump form (as on the opener “Let’s Go Down to the River”), the angsty, harmonica-infused title track, the guitar and piano boogie known as “The Mooch,” or the laid-back instrumental “Sea Breeze Blues.” Any band can crank out an album in their garage or basement and deem it good enough, but not Goudreau and his posse. They care about their offerings like Michelangelo cared about David, or Da Vinci the Mona Lisa. That’s because they’re not just musicians. Not just craftsmen. They’re artists, and don’t you forget it. Got The Isolation Blues? Here’s the cure, or at least the vaccine! "

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"What a wonderful surprise I had on Saturday night. It was a very magical day. The band were amazing. The entertainment will be talked about for many years to come. Everyone had such a good time."

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"Great success Last Saturday’s celebration was a great success, largely thanks to you. We have already received many positive reactions. Once again, our sincere thanks. The organization ran smoothly from our perspective. "

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" Anra Rocked it!!! 🔥 Well.. if you guys are looking for a Sax player who can take an already live wedding and turn it up too more notches, this is your guy! He was great all evening and made my wife and I’s night on to remember. I’d recommend this Saxophonist for any occasion. "

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"WONDERFUL!! We enjoyed Dos Bandoleros so much at our 3rd anniversary and Cinco de Mayo event! They were very kind and professional, very easy to work with and all of our guests loved their music! Thank you so much for being a part of our celebration."

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"AMAZING HIGH-ENERGY COUNTRY BAND WITH STYLE AND GRACE - OUR CLIENT LOVED HAVING THEM FOR FOR THEIR GALA FUNDRAISER! BRAVO, SHADOWBORN & CROWN!" JOSEPH M. - PRIVATE EVENT PLANNER"

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"I used them for my 60th Birthday party for 150 guests. There was a great selection of music that was loved by people from 20 to 80 years of age. People even started dancing to the sound check! I would certainly use them again. Every song had people dancing to it."

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