Review Centre: Caribbean Music

"Jenny has a beautiful voice and a great personality. She definitely got our guest up and dancing. "

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"Joe was fantastic ! The band arrived on time. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the music - excellent Caribbean flare and we were particularly thrilled by the Louis Armstrong impression which none of use were expecting ! Made the celebration very enjoyable for us all ! Thank you. "

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"Ann-Marie is a phenomenal saxophonist with incredible talent. She can read the room and play to suit any moment. All my guests were wowed by her set and thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you Ann-Marie for bringing my event to life! Book Ann-Marie, you won’t regret it!!! "

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"Amazing... kind, fabulous, added to the atmosphere perfectly and really made our drinks reception pop. It also helped that the sun shone beautifully for us. Thank you Gary for being a treasure!! Chris apologises that he didn’t get to meet or speak with you but we really are grateful and happy that all went better than planned. 1000% recommend you to anyone looking to book you - incredibly professional and talented folks! Beena"

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"Excellent, uplifting musical performance. This is music without borders for everyone. All of the musicians are versatile - playing different roles in the band - versatile. An eclectic mix of sounds, genres, musical styles, music for the soul - easy on the ears. Music for people of all people - ages, creed, cultures, backgrounds. 😊 Nice! 🎶 🎼 🎵 🪘 🥁 🎷 "

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"From our earliest days the West Fine Art Show has presented John Gilliat on guitar. Art show guests are always enthralled and artists adore him. John’s Flamenco Jazz and Latin Rumba blend passionately and soothingly into the broad canvas of our showscape and as a result he has truly become one of our most popular featured artists. "

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"Hawaiian inspired, Ian superseded our expectations, a real Caribbean musical man. He is welcome in our home anytime, some of our guests plan on booking him for their next parties. Fun evening!"

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"The band who were brilliant on Saturday. Everyone really enjoyed listening to them. "

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"Maria Perdiki, known by her stage name Jammaroots, is a talented singer, songwriter and musician hailing from Athens, Greece. Growing up in a musical family, Maria’s passion for music runs deep in her veins. Throughout her career, she has explored various genres through collaborations, but she has found her true calling in reggae. Combining her diverse musical roots, Jammaroots has developed a unique sound that blends reggae with elements of soul, dub, and improvisation. In addition to performing with her band, Jammaroots, she also showcases her skills as an acoustic guitarist and as a reggae selector with live vocals. About a month and a half ago, Jammaroots released their self-titled EP, consisting of six tracks that were recorded live at Wannabizz Studios in Piraeus, Greece. The mixing and mastering of the tracks were done at Studio 10 in Thessaloniki, Greece, focusing on enhancing the heavy bass and delay effects to create a unique dub atmosphere while preserving the live band experience. The powerful sounding EP includes original compositions by Jammaroots, alongside a reggae rendition of Hooverphonic’s Mad About You. Doing a cover of this popular 2000 hit single in reggae style definitely requires a certain level of bravery. Although it may not be among the best tracks, it is still a commendable attempt overall. When it comes to standout songs, the enticing introductory track I Know A Place leaves a lasting impact. Similarly, the thought-provoking song Problems also grabs your attention with its meaningful message. Additionally, Wise Mind, a tune that will make you bob your head, is definitely worth multiple listens, especially due to its surprising twist in its final 3 minutes. This remarkable Jammaroots EP reaffirms that reggae music is a genre that transcends borders and can be created in a notable way by people all over the world."

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"They were all amazed about my progress and everyone was having fun "

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"Island Accent was just what our function needed. They were punctual, very professional conduct and the music was phenomenal. I would hire them again in an instant."

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"Anne Marie was lovely and really accommodating for our requirements. She was a little apprehensive that her repertoire we had requested was not suitable for the audience. I was convinced that her concerns weren't necessary and when she began I knew I was right. She was also concerned her vocals were not as strong as they could have been because of a previous temporary condition. But again she was excellent. She was just what we thought we wanted and didn't disappoint."

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"Hi Millicent I just wanted to say a huge thank you for playing at my 50th. I absolutely loved every moment your music genuinely made the night feel special. My friends had such a great time too, which meant the world to me. You were incredible to listen to! Thank you again for bringing such a brilliant energy to my birthday. It wouldn’t have been the same without you."

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"Wonderful Chris was kind, punctual and talented. His music was the perfect addition to our small gathering. "

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"The Los Angeles County Museum of Art and the Museum of Contemporary Art have used free outdoor jazz programs to draw the public to their facilities, but representatives of the museums say that this summer sparked a banner year in terms of attendance. “It was incredible,” said Dorrance Stalvey, director of music programs at LACMA. “We had upward of 2,000 people at some shows.” The museum--in its fourth year of offering jazz on a weekly basis-presented such artists as Horace Tapscott, Dr. Art Davis and Cecilia Coleman at its Friday evening shows, and big bands led by Bill Berry, Gerald Wilson and Bill Holman on Sunday afternoon programs. “This program was by far the most successful we’ve had,” said Dawn Setzer, spokesperson for MOCA. “We averaged about 1,500 people a show,” a figure up considerably from previous years’ events. Setzer said the primary reason for the increased turnout was the high-profile strictly-jazz lineup, presented on 11 consecutive Thursdays, that included Charles McPherson, Billy Higgins and Teddy Edwards. LACMA continues its Friday evening shows throughout the year, currently spotlighting a retrospective of bands that have played there, plus new acts. ‘Trane Time: The annual John Coltrane Festival takes place tonight at 8 at the World Stage, 4344 Degnan Blvd. in Leimert Park. On tap will be Ravi Coltrane, Dr. Art Davis’ estimable quintet with Doug Webb and Phil Vieux, and others. Information: (213) 293-2451. Davis will also appear at a benefit for Better Advantages for Students and Society (BASS), which awards a scholarship in his name. The event takes place on Sunday, 4 to 7 P.M., at Diva, 600 Anton Blvd., Costa Mesa."

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