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"Great performance! Really enjoyed the show. Very professional and talented group."

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"We've hired Mike twice in the last couple of years and will again. He's great to work with. Always professional very friendly and crowd-pleasing. Most importantly, he's a top-notch musician and vocalist and so are his players. He can draw from among some of the best Macon area musicians, when needed, in addition to his own band. Its a real treat to hear his band's caliber of music in one's home or for a corporate venue. I can't emphasize enough how good he is."

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"...With your band 'In Mission Of Tradition', you provided a wonderful musical backdrop for the gala dinner in Visp. You thereby contributed significantly to making the celebration something truly special..."

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"Great variety of music. Fun to listen and dance to. Good value for your event."

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"Love it, we need more soul like this in today's music "

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"Adar and Matan were very professional and adaptive and fit our event wonderfully! They started with playing instrumental music on the guitar and the hand pan, and adapted to playing a little longer as the greetings section took a little longer than expected. They later on took the energy up with some original songs. Very professional, nice and kind people, I could only recommend. -Ohad "

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"I am from the UK but we got married in Nidri on 29th August this year. Having seen west coast play on many occasions during my visits to Nidri we knew that we wanted the band for our wedding. Needless to say they didn’t let us down and had everyone up dancing. They even played our first dance song which was amazing ! Would highly recommend. "

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"You gave the reception a huge atmosphere with your performance. I heard only positive reactions and several people wanted to know your e-mail address (including the observatory staff). Thank you for turning this drizzly day into a celebration with your performance. We enjoyed it."

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"Had this band for my daughters wedding in June, they were superb a great mixture of music that kept everyone on the dance floor all night, I would highly recommend."

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"Top Notch Entertainment. Thanks so much for your willingness to acommodate our last minute schedule adjustment. Carrie and I couldn't have been happier with the selection and quality of music your trio delivered. Thanks again for your help in making our night very special."

Reply by Beacon Street Jazz - Jeff Moyer
Thanks so much for the kind words Blake. Beacon Street Jazz was glad to be a part of your special day and we all wish you and Carrie the very best that life has to offer. Jeff Moyer (BJS)

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"Marco played at our party on Saturday. We could not have been happier. The setlist was great and created just the right atmosphere. Our guests loved it. We were in our garden, and even the neighbours complimented the music. Thank you, Marco!"

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"We couldn’t have asked for a better band for our wedding! From the ceremony to the reception, they were professional, talented, and kept the energy exactly where it needed to be all night. The music was outstanding, the transitions were seamless, and our guests were on the dance floor from start to finish. They were easy to work with, accommodating, and truly helped make our wedding unforgettable. We received so many compliments from our family and friends. We would absolutely hire them again and highly recommend them to anyone looking for an amazing live band for their special event!"

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"We found Simone an absolute pleasure to deal with from start to finish. The band accommodated our requests beautifully, performing them to perfection. Professional, friendly, and truly talented musicians with stunning vocals, they created the perfect ambiance for our afternoon and kept everyone dancing well into the night. They made our day incredibly special, and we cannot recommend them highly enough—we’ll be forever grateful."

Reply by The Swing Lane
Thank you dear Nat & Andy, It has been a real pleasure for us too 🙂 Your wedding was awesome and we feel that we had a real party going on 🙃 Hope to see you and make you dance again soon 🙏 The Swing Lane

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"Matt booked One Eyed Cats for their event Dear Lewis & The One Eyed Cats, We just want to say thank you for the brilliant job you did at our wedding in Cley in Norfolk. We absolutely loved hearing you there - you were such an integral part of the day and you definitely didn't disappoint. Good Luck With The Future. YOU ROCK! Matt & Deborah Armitage"

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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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