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"I had the pleasure of working with JBMAC at the Guides for Brides Customer Service Awards! Josh and Christina's energy was infectious, and they had everyone on their feet dancing. Not only did they deliver fantastic music, but their willingness to go above and beyond showed their dedication to making the event unforgettable. If you want a band that knows how to keep the party going and puts customer satisfaction first, JBMAC is the perfect choice!"

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Thanks so much John and GFB team! It was our absolute pleasure and what an awesome event 🎉🏆 Always enjoy working with you guys. Can’t wait for the next one 🫶🏼

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"Thankyou so much for playing for us! IT was a great night!"

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"Good foot-tapping Irish tunes by musicians who really know and love their stuff. Excellent !"

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"Our client was delighted and the packed dance floor speaks volumes. "

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"Just a quick note to thank you to you and the band for all your work towards Saturday evening at Chawton Ball. You were prompt and flexible, particularly when our start timings shifted a bit! As I mentioned, there was quite a bit at stake and usual high expectations from the band – and you definitely pulled it off: the dance floor was fit to burst and everyone begged for more! Thanks for creating a playlist for us, too and patiently dealing with the quirks of working with volunteers. Overall the evening was a success (and that’s a huge relief!)."

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"Simply put Gordon is WOW WOW WOW!!! "

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"There’s more to Johnny Ticktin than meets the eye. Well-versed in the blues, having once served as lead guitar player for the legendary Louisiana Red, the open-minded Ticktin is a sponge, soaking up the subtle six-string nuances and intricacies of a multitude of genres—from surf to classic R&B, swing and even Mambo—on his eighth album with The Headhunters, That’s All I Need. It would feel right at home in any rough-and-tumble roadhouse. The title is borrowed from a song, covered here in all its dark, swampy glory, off Magic Sam’s 1967 iconic electric blues marvel West Side Soul. Watery, backwoods ripples of Sam’s tremolo guitar style and seductive rhythms meander through Creedence Clearwater Revival’s mysterious kudzu on Johnny & The Headhunters’ version, as Ticktin and company paddle up a lazy river of Bayou groove. Just as fluent in nasty rockabilly, they thrive in the sweltering heat of the 1957 obscurity “Chicken House,” giving it a warm buzz and making it rumble and swagger, while the lascivious, infectious funk of “Body and Fender” – a Doc Pomus/Duke Robillard joint originally built for soul crooner Johnny Adams – shakes all over and ogles the female form. A rousing, boogie-woogie version of Lowell Fulsom’s Chess Records’ hit “Rock ‘Em Dead” is wonderfully shambolic, and Ticktin rides the lightning of the Link Wray instrumental “Ace of Spaces” like a champ, gleefully wheeling through edgy garage-rock riffs with appropriate vim and vigor. What feel he and his band have for this material. There is not the slightest bit of indifference to it anywhere on this record. Not that they need it, but help arrives in the form of keyboardist Tam Sullivan, who wraps smoky, sensual organ and wraiths of piano around a soulful remake of Bobby “Blue” Bland’s “Lead Me On,” and singer Liz Springer, who joins her brazen vocals to Ticktin’s in the cheeky, but charming, duet “Watch and Chain.” And, with the solid machinery of a good backing band at work behind him, Ticktin can just let loose – witness the slide-guitar fury of their cover of Elmore James’ “Shake Your Money Maker.” For aficionados of tasteful guitar work and music that time shouldn’t have forgotten, this is what you need. —Peter Lindblad SPREAD THE NEWS! FacebookTwitter RELATED STORIES September 3rd, 2023 Rhythm & Roots Festival August 28th, 2023 Rhythm & Roots: Family Fave July 28th, 2023 When Rock & Roll is a Verb"

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"We hired Soul Vibe Band to play our wedding, and they were fantastic! Kainy who was our contact was very helpful in the lead up to the wedding and was a pleasure to work with, and they even arranged something especially for our first dance, which we hugely appreciated. They keep the energy up and put on a great set, and for a six piece band were exceptionally reasonably priced. I would absolutely recommend them for anyone looking for their own wedding band!"

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"Reviews - (Barry) Just a quick note to say a very big 'thank you' for your performance and performers last night. Everyone here thoroughly enjoyed the whole evening with an excellent mix of music and vocals. - (Ann) It was a great set that you did at …….. -(Diane) I enjoyed the evening very much. "

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"These guys are awesome, always get the venue bouncing. Great selection of music and very professional "

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"It was a great afternoon & Trace did a great job……all the right music at the right time & everyone had a ball. Looking forward to using your services again in the future!"

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"“The band was fantastic with an energetic lead singer who kept us dancing all night long. Thank you, we had a fab xmas party!! Ayesha - Bosch Christmas Party 10.12.2021"

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"We were fortunate enough to book The Lorean for my 40th birthday party. The band just exceeded any expectations from start to finish and made the night truly unforgettable. The performance was electric. They kept the dance floor jammed with their high-energy fusion of pop, rock, disco, and funk hits. Their stage chemistry and the excellent way they interacted with our guests brought a fantastic vibe to our event. We highly recommend their service to anyone looking to make their event spectacular!"

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"Phil booked One Eyed Cats for their event Hi Gemma, Thanks very much, the One Eyed Cats were absolutely fantastic. They played brilliant music and created an amazing atmosphere. Please thank them yet again from me. All the best Phil"

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"Yes the music was very much appreciated and enjoyed during the drinks reception. Thank you for playing our requests and a selection of other familiar tunes I hope to had a safe journey home. Thank you both again for playing for us, my daughter said it was a lovely surprise and added to the happy atmosphere Regards Yvonne"

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