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"love this band ---they are great -- put on a great show "

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thanks so much Stacy jones band

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"We had a Fantastic time, everyone has raved about the All Star Showstoppers, they had everyone up dancing and signing along. It was a fun night. I also want to thank Bryce the sound tech he was great, very helpful and easy going. Please send our sincere thanks to the Band and to Bryce they helped make the night a huge success, which we will build on for next year! Jenni Brown, Bunbury Rotary, Gala Night, Lord Forrest Htl, Bunbury 2011."

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"A massive thank you for performing at the Hong Kong Sevens again. We got some great comments on the band and the various tribute acts. Safe travels and I will definitely be in touch about 2019 (5-7 April) Sam / HK7s Event Managing Director."

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"We had the pleasure of going with Girl Friday on a Mooloolaba cruise . It was fantastic The music was terrific We sang and danced our way around the canals Thank you Girl Friday !! "

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"We did gig of our originals 8 August 2022 lindennow pub as part of muso rise of pub gig they rated us 5 stars out of 5 stars good night Will be going back in summer time"

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"Had the crowd jumping! Fab band, great mixes of great funk, soul and rock songs. Amazing sound from the clearly talented lads that sound had the crowd dancing, they even had the crowd dancing, they had three encores!!! "

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"Dave is an amazing person, and an amazing saxophonist. I strongly advise anyone looking for a saxophonist to pick him!"

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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 many tribute acts, but Greg Ballad's performance stands out as exceptional. His dedication to honoring Luther Vandross, Barry White, and Teddy Pendergrass was evident in every note. The passion and respect he brought to each song made the evening unforgettable"

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"Mike and I go back about 15 years and probably one of the best thing I can say about Mike is, Love his music and love working with him, his professionalism, but what’s better than him and his musical ability is him as a person. Love when he’s in town and love working with him."

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"A friend of ours told us about this duo. We checked through the web and immediately called them for our wedding party. They were even better than we expected! As a guitar player myself, I appreciated Andrea's skills, but you don't need to be a musician to be charmed by Martina's stunning voice. We are Diadema fans now and follow them live, every time we can! "

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"Review by Sherrie J. Wedding Reception•Reviewed on June 24, 2017•From Madison, MS Everyone was great!!! Definitely recommend sensation band and dj combo!!!"

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"What an incredible musical journey that was. The talent displayed by these young musicians is astounding. They are well beyond their years. Their improvisational skills particularly blew me away. I can’t wait for their next performance! "

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"Great to have this band at our event with their experienced leader in charge. The band played beautifully in the background but lit up the party when people wanted to dance. I gladly recommend them to anyone looking for live music to spice up their next event. "

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"Moodini always provides a great performance! He gets you moving and grooving. He is magnificent on the horns. I cannot fully express the pleasure of his performances. You must hear for yourself! Every performance was at the peak of emotional expression and profundity. Moodini has an extraordinary sound of music and flow . He is a creative musician providing relaxing, soothing, upbeat, and motivational music. Never a dull moment 🎶👍🏾🙌🏾! You won’t be disappointed!! "

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