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" John V. • July 3, 2019 What a wonderful show for us Johnny Cannella recently DJ'd and performed at the scholarship awards lunch for the Grumman-Northrop Grumman Retiree Club. Johnny was great. He prepared well, planning in advance with music for the audience we described to him. He had the audience, both young and old, dancing to the tunes they loved and enjoying his singing. He brought attendees, both retirees and the high school graduates and their families, into the fun of the event, but in an unembarrassing way. We've never seen so many attendees say how much they loved a DJ and asking for his card. We certainly hope to bring him back."

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"André was the musician for our Roof Top Wedding in October 2023. The experience with him was amazing. His music, involvement and overall feel for what we wanted was 100% on par and even exceeded our expectations. His music and singing was beautiful, classy and he created a memorable atmosphere. High recommendation from us. Gosha and Wessel "

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"Really great experience working with them, exactly what I was looking for!"

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"Look, I’m gonna be straight with you. Big Italian family, lot of opinions, very particular about how a wedding’s supposed to feel. From the church to the reception, the music carried the whole night. My Aunt Rosa, who hates everything, pulled me aside and said it was beautiful. That never happens. Book and thank me later."

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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 booked Midé for our special day at our wedding in Greece. Midé was easy to contact and responsive, we exchanged details and the booking process was simple. He made it very easy to communicate and organise, and he also took onboard our preferences for his set list. On the day Midé was everything we asked for and more. His voice is exceptional, his set list was perfect, and he left all our guests and ourselves with smiles on their faces and blown away by the talent. Midé made our day complete and is an amazing person who we got to know a little bit. If you are looking for a wedding singer with soulful vibes and a smooth voice, do not look any further. Midé is the most professional, down to earth and joyful character who will top off an amazing day and give you an unforgettable experience. Thank you Midé, you have been a star and truly made our wedding day shine! "

Reply by Midé
Lubo & Soph!!! Thank you both so much. It was so much fun playing for your special day and also partying with you after. The entire day was so lovely and it gave me an unforgettable experience of Greece. Thanks for the kind words and I sincerely wish you both the best. All the love x Midé

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"During our stay, a contortionist and a Michael Jackson impersonator performed around the restaurant and visited our table. We will go back"

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"The first thing I noticed about CJ was his ability to interact and engage the audience. He performs with energy and passion. As a pianist myself, I was amazed at his abilities. He can pick out a number on the spot and nail it in all the details. What amazed me the most, though, was his level of playing complicated pieces from jazz and classical greats, then to transition into pure audience pleasers and get the audience going. After hearing CJ at several nightclub events, I invited him to collaborate with some very respected musicians. He interacted with them beautifully. Then I recommended him for a friend's wedding. We went together to see him and she knew immediately he would be perfect for her wedding entertainment. "

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"Olivia, you are insane. Smashed it? Gorg aswell, stunning voice, amazing person, legit got it all??"

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"Chloe's Wedding in Pentland Hills, Nov 2024 Andrew was incredible. We hired him for both my dad's 60th and then my wedding a few weeks later and both times he blew us away. All of our guests were commenting on how good he was. We just let him do his thing and he gauged the audience and played the perfect music. We not only love his style and voice but him as a person, he was an absolute delight to have on our special days. "

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"Just wanted to say a massive thank you from us for playing. You were fantastic and all our guests talked about how incredible you were so thank you. "

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"Nic is an amazing singer...she sang at my Mum’s funeral and it was so uplifting❤️....highly recommend xxx"

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"It was back to the tributes next with Dame Shirley Bassey being portrayed fabulously, in my view, by Carolynn May. Here we heard a top notch voice and the chosen songs were beautifully delivered. All in all, Ms May presents a whole package. I can see this fine artiste working the cruise ship cabaret scene and/or the better-quality hotel scene. Quote from Email sent from "Bournville Gardens Retirement Village" Birmingham Cathryn Boffey (Extracare) Carolynn May was a fantastic. The residents loved her brilliant show, which was just like watching the real Shirley Bassey. I think the standing ovation at the end of the evening said it all!! The residents have not stopped talking about her. Will definitely be having her back again. Thank You Carolynn. Quote from Lancashire Federation of Entertainment Secretaries : "CAROLYNN MAY. To open the show, we presented this charming lady, who is being hailed as one of the best entertainers on the circuit with her ability to give her audience a complete professional show. We add our accolade (Artiste of the Year) to her collection which includes Manchester, Huddersfield, and Tameside and many more…."

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"Greg Ballad's tribute was an absolute masterpiece! His rendition of Luther Vandross's classics was so spot-on, it gave me chills. Then seamlessly transitioning to the deep, velvety tones of Barry White and the soulful essence of Teddy Pendergrass, Greg's performance was a journey through the soul's greatest hits. A must-see!"

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"Jamel Lorick & his band were masterful, professional, & exciting. They had a wonderful & appropriate set list that kept everyone dancing & entertained the whole time they performed. We highly recommend them. ACR Health"

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