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"I just love Paddy’s songs and musicians and music and energy… so when he told me he can also do weddings….!!! I just dream about asking him for mine. Their concert was just as perfect as we expected: fun, loving, true, positive! People still talk about this! "

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"We had our wedding reception early September and had a 3 piece band with a guitar, saxophone and singer. Gloria and band were amazing. They set the tone so well and our first dance was a success. Gloria was more than happy to provide just a rough guitar track for the song we were going to dance to and that really helped with our practices. The dinner part of our wedding went on a bit late but the band was patient in waiting for us. The music was top notch, the mood and everything was just perfect. All our guests loved them. Had a good time dancing and talking. Would highly recommend them to anyone who's interested! Thanks so much Gloria! Ben & Grace (Wedding)"

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"I still cannot believe we met The Distance at Janine's party and that they were able to make Fran’s 60th Birthday celebrations last Saturday 10 May 2014 & made his dream of having live music at his party come true. Matt & Sophiee, you were so accommodating and fitted perfectly into our home. All our 80+ guests of family & friends of all ages loved your music and danced the night away. We cannot wait to see you again & Fran is already planning our next party! Fran & Fay xxxx"

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"Live music στον παιδότοπο Happy Playtime στη Ν.Καλλικρατεια! Μεγάλοι και μικροί διασκεδάζουμε την Κυριακή 5 Ιανουαρίου 2025! Ώρα έναρξης: 19.00 μμ Ελληνικα και ξένα τραγούδια με σαξόφωνο, φλάουτο και κιθάρα από τον καθηγητή και μουσικό John Apostolidis! Σας περιμένουμε όλους!! 📍 Οσίας Παρασκευής 51 Ν.Καλλικρατεια Χαλκιδικής ☎️ Κρατήσεις:23990-49984/6978360456 #livemusic #musicmoments #happyplaytime #lovemusic #saxophone #flute #guitar #johnapostolidis #mariaaquamare #virginiagiouvanoudi #evanakou #panostsalis #ria #anna #georgia"

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"Ho avuto il piacere di ascoltare gli Expander band in luglio e agosto in un famoso resort in Toscana: si sono esibiti sia come accompagnamento in orario aperitivo, sia nel grande teatro della struttura, proponendo programmi diversi, canzoni in italiano e in inglese. La cantante e' favolosa; la voce maschile potente e tutta la band molto professionale. Veramente bravi e pieni di entusiamo!"

Reply by Expander Band
Ti ringraziamo moltissimo per tutti i complimenti Rosangela, ti aspettiamo ai nostri prossimi concerti! - Expander Band

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"Apologies for not being in contact sooner, the last few days have been a bit of a whirlwind. We both just wanted to say huge thanks to you and the band for Saturday night. We wanted a party and you guys certainly delivered that and more!! We had an absolute blast, and the music was superb."

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"BABIS , thank you very much for turning our wedding into a real fairy tale with both your magical saxophone and your positive energy. We wish you good work and that you continue to give us such beautiful moments. We will definitely meet again in the future. Our kisses from Grevena ❣️"

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"Saw these guys at Alexandra Palace last weekend and they are absolutely fantastic. Full of energy and great tunes which was loved by young and old. I for one will be looking out for their future shows."

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"Outside In headlined a very successful night at this year’s Skegvegas VW Fest in front of hundreds of people. They had the crowd singing and dancing throughout, to the point of the audience not wanting the band to leave the stage. From an organisational perspective, they totally professional in their attitude, making them a pleasure to work with. I will happily have them back again."

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"Carol & Ezéchiel were amazing. They did a brilliant job, were flexible, organised, reliable. They were a pleasure to work with. We could not have better musicians for our event. Thank you so much again !"

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"We had a great time with the band. Greetings and love from Luxembourg!"

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"The band was organized, professional, and on time. Their high energy and style versatility were impressive, with each singer nailing every genre. They were respectful and a true joy to work with—highly recommended!"

Reply by Face2Face / Lokee Entertainment
Thank you ! What a fun night and we enjoyed every minute Always appreciate an opportunity to make a Night to Remember. Face2Face🖤

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"I had the great opportunity of having the gleams project band at our wedding, Michele was amazing and supported us both during the organization process and also in all the phases of the event. The band was simply shocking, their way of playing music on stage was captivating and all guests continued dancing till the end and beyond. I would sincerely recommend Gleams to anyone who is looking for music entertainment during events or weddings. My sincere thanks to all the Gleams Project Band Crew."

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"Thank you Radius 45 for an absolutely superb performance for New Year's Eve. We've had nothing but praise from all of our customers. Everyone was up, dancing and singing along. We'll definitely be booking you guys for future events. Thanks again."

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"On a beautiful August night JSJBF member band The Gumbo Gum bas, a project that grew out of leader Joe Grillo and his late brother Alfie's love of all things New Orleans, played to an appreciative crowd at Bands on the Beach. This was the second of two shows held on the beach for this summer-long Sunday night concert series, sponsored by the City of Long Branch in association with the JSJBFT. his show gave the band a chance to play live much of the material that can be found on their new CD, "Zydeland," with our own Jill Baskind donning the rub board for a couple of tunes. For those of you who may not get the reference in the title, Zydeco is a southern Louisiana dance music featuring the accordion, rub board and in this case horns. The music on the CD was dedicated to Alfie, who passed during the pandemic, and their mixing engineer, Tim Gilles, who left us during the making of the CD. All of the band members who appeared on the beach are on the record, including Dave Anthony on drums, Vinnie Borselli on trumpet, Joe on tenor sax and vocals, Steve Munter on baritone sax and clarinet, Greg Novick on bass, Steve "Big Squeezy" Rice on accordion and piano and Lars Wendt on trombone. All tunes were written, arranged and produced by Joe except as noted below. The opening title track "Zydeland," begins with the measured beat of the drums and is joined quickly by the accordion, with the horns kicking in as the lyrics invite you to join the band on a journey to this magical, musical place. As with any good Gumbo, it's flavored with local ingredients, in this case a dose of the Jersey Shore sound spices up the mix. "Dance With Me" picks up the beat and is reminiscent in tempo and style to one of Joe's major influences, Louis Prima. If this tune doesn't get you out of your seat, nothing will. "Waiting for the Cane," is dedicated to the crazies who choose not to evacuate, but start the party in anticipation of a hurricane, and party they will to this number. "King Cake" includes lyrics by Joe and music by Steve, was explained to the uninitiated that night as the legendary dessert of Mardi Gras which is said to bring luck and prosperity to whoever gets the plastic baby in their piece. It's a high energy number that gives each member of the horn section a chance to stretch out and strut their stuff, and they made it a highlight of that night and the CD. The recorded version of this song literally jumps out of the speakers. "Can't Go Back To New Orleans" is a moving tribute to Joe's brother, envisioning an ode to the city they both love through the sound of Tom Waits, one of Alfie's favorite artists. I got the chills listening to what starts out as a somber tune but ends in an upbeat fashion, finishing with Frank Rein's tuba. Joe and Vinnie collaborated on the lyrics to the tall tale of "Gumbo Parmesan," a song that's lyrics are as much of a fun dream its title implies. "By the Water'' has that infectious "Congo Square" beat, which is highlighted by Dave's opening drum pattern with accompanying percussion and conjures up a scene of the locals doing a NOLA style tap dance. With lyrics by Ken Morrison and music by Steve Rice, "Drifting Off and Dreaming of You" is a mid twentieth century style ballad, complete with strings, and has Joe in the role of a crooner which he does quite eloquently. A welcome respite from the nonstop party to this point, he sounds like the last man at the bar, smoke curling up from that final cigarette, with drink in hand, thinking about the woman of his dreams. The penultimate song, "Drinks On the House," is another fanciful flight of fantasy which would be loads of fun as an MTV video. Bring on the aliens, it's party time! The final tune, "Why Can't Everyday Be Mardi Gras?," is a fitting end to this party with Steph's clarinet leading the second line followed by the rest of the band with a chorus children along the route singing out the refrain. For this band, every time they start to play it's Mardi Gras. If these songs don't leave you smiling and dancing I don't know what will. Mission accomplished in the fun department as far as I'm concerned."

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