Review Centre: Jazz Bands

"Thanks to Robbie's saxophone performance (and Piers, DJ) we had an amazing wedding in Ronda, Spain. Robbie also helped us during the day with great lighting and sound systems. We had a small wedding and beforehand we were afraid of an empty dance floor, but with Robbie there's absolutely no need. He definitely made it an incredible party. Our guests couldn’t stop dancing and the next day everyone was still talking about it. Robbie is a very talented man. He can improvise as a pro (he is one), blow your mind with incredible solos & mix ups with a DJ and is also very mindful of what the guests want&need - Fireball ;). Thank you Robbie, you helped making it an unforgettable day! Love, M&J"

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"Everyone love it , he’s was perfect… great job and will highly recommend him in the future.."

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"If Dr. John and Tom Waits leave you wanting more, lend your ear to one-of-a-kind Aussie artist Pugsley Buzzard, who assimilates their piano playing, singing and songwriting style into his own blues-jazz musical distillation. On this, his fourth solo CD since 2007’s Hammer These Tongs, Buzzard delivers an all-original set recorded in New Orleans, Melbourne and the Blue Mountains. The Aussie backing musicians are so hip to Buzzard’s swampy Crescent City-influenced grooves that it’s difficult to tell which tracks were recorded where. Complementing the Big Easy contingent of tenor and baritone saxophonist Jimmie Carpenter, trumpeter Antonio Gambrell, trombonist Craig Klein, double bassist Nathan Lambertson, guitarist John Fohl, drummer Charles Brewer and singer Irene Sage, is an equally talented band of top local players. The opening bars of the lead-in blues mambo instrumental ‘Cigarstore Indian’, on which Buzzard’s commanding piano echoes Professor Longhair, James Booker and Allen Toussaint all rolled into one, promises a bourbon-drenched musical trip to follow. Buzzard doesn’t disappoint, his gravelly Joe Cocker-by-way-of-Coco Robicheaux vocals and pulsating piano serving up a solid mix of New Orleans R&B from the Fats Domino styled ‘Dirty Kings’ and the inventive minor-key rave-up ‘Gumbo Boogie’, to the gris-gris-soaked, Night Tripper hoodoo funk of ‘Po’ Boy’, ‘Fire In The Hole’ and ‘Mischief’. The Dixieland flavoured ‘Sin City Lights’ gives way to ‘Salamanca Blues’ a solo instrumental displaying Buzzard’s mastery of stride piano. Chasin’ Aces is a well-crafted, authentic New Orleans Down Under body of work. Al Hensley Rythmns Magazine "

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"We recommend Eliza for any wedding, ceremony and reception! What a professional she is!"

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"An Unforgettable Experience for Our Italian Wedding We hired the Chic Trio for our wedding in Italy, and they exceeded every expectation! Serena’s voice is captivating, and her skillful guitarist playing along with the double bass creates such a rich, elegant sound. The band's professionalism and attention to detail were outstanding. They knew exactly how to engage our guests and set the perfect mood, creating a truly unforgettable experience. The Italian vibes were impeccable, and the trio’s stylish appearance added an extra touch of class. Highly recommended for any couple looking to elevate their special day!"

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"I booked Mellowtone Jazz for my Mums 90th Birthday garden party. I cannot commend the band enough. I chose to have the trio and all 3 band members were so talented, friendly and accommodating. We we so pleased with the fabulous music they played. My Mum had the most wonderful time and she was so overwhelmed with it all. We had so much good feedback from our guests on how much they enjoyed the music. I would not hesitate to book Mellowtone Jazz again for our next party. (10 / 10) "

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"Absolutely brilliant. Geoff was in contact early re: set up and play list. Fantastically helpful during set up when I had electricity problems and then a great party. Many guests commented on how good they were and at least two are interested in booking them. Can’t recommend highly enough!"

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"“Maya Fadeeva’s voice is certainly one of the most powerful and grooviest in the German jazz and soul scene. Unmistakable and unique” - SR (Album of the Week)"

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"Questo trio pazzesco ti catapulta in un atmosfera calda accogliente. Lei voce angelica, molto affiatati, si vede e si sente. Siete disponibili x festa di laurea? Complimenti. Monica."

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"Great act for background music, we had the Paris Plan on our networking event, we could talk and enjoy the live music of this amazing duo. Eveline"

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"“There is something inexorable about the progress of that massive sand blasted voice and those rolling piano figures; something undeniable about the dark images crowding the lyrics; something dangerous about the snarling guitars, growling horns and clawing rhythms. ….. This is hearfelt music that can sweep you into its shady world, and have you flirting with a little good ol` fashioned evil, or smiling at the sly wit .” John Shand – Author of Jazz – The Australian Accent and critic for the Sydney Morning Herald."

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"Babis did such an amazing job at our wedding on Paros. He worked with us on curating the best playlist to our favorite songs and vibes we like. He was great at communicating and making sure all details were sorted out! Would highly recommend!!"

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"We had the Blue Moon Jazz play for our wedding welcome party on August 17, 2023 in Sorrento Italy. I corresponded remotely in the USA to setup everything with Rapheal who is both very professional and very responsive to all of my emails. They were outstanding. Valentina, their singer is incredible. They played the song styles we had requested in both English and Itailian. They were very entertaining and so good that they got everyone dancing to their music. If you are looking for an excellent jazz band with an outstanding singer you will not be disappointed. Thanks again Rapheal and the Blue Moon Jazz for making our daughter’s wedding welcome party a huge success!! "

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"Thank you SO much to Nadia and the Amare Strings team for being so amazing and patient with everything at our wedding in April at Sittella! The booking process and communication throughout the whole process was easy and stress-free, and our guests + bridal party loved the string quartet! Thank you for being at our wedding and adding that extra magic touch to it! We couldn’t have asked for a more awesome form of music for our pre-ceremony, ceremony and cocktail hour! Thanks Amare Strings!"

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"Thank you again for making this come to life for our guests. So appreciate of your talent and dedication! We will definitely reach out in the future."

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