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"I am writing this review the day after my wedding, I am still buzzing from a fantastic day! So glad we booked W!RED Band for our evening entrainment, WOW! The group took our celebrations to the next level & had a way of bringing all our guests together to make me and my wife feel absolutely amazing. Fantastic musicians! unbelievable vocals! Thank you to all of the band for an brilliant night, take care 👍"

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"It was very good of him to come at such short notice! Thanks Matt! Punctuality - Excellent. Satisfaction - Excellent. Communication - Excellent. Professionalism - Excellent."

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"Dynamite were super professional in preparing the event, awesome performers, read the audience and created a great atmosphere for the party. We were very pleased and recommend it to everyone."

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"Fun Fun Fun!! Great music.. very professional! Great singer! Highly Recommended. 5 stars out of 5!" Our Thanks and a Big thumbs up to your Band and your beautiful Lead Singer!”"

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"Thank you so much for playing at Helen and Stuart’s wedding on Sunday. Many of our guests commented how much they had enjoyed it. It added to what was a lovely day for all of us. Thank you, Helen, Stuart and Susan and John"

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"Gli "Uke Swing" hanno suonato al nostro matrimonio, sono degli ottimi musicisti (oltre che persone molto simpatiche), con un ampio ed originale repertorio musicale, davvero capaci di coinvolgere e divertire tutto il pubblico degli invitati. Consigliatissimi! Alberto e Rosa"

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"It began as a Swing Band project, in the winter of 2005, in Oswego, NY, where Rick met Evan Dobbins, and put together a ten-piece swing band, to play occasional concerts, and private parties. Evan was to contract and Rick would be in charge of music when, the band played five, or six-events, and Rick had the idea, they would not only play swing music, but play modern jazz. Thus, ''The Little Big Band'', and ''Uptown Society Orchestra'' were formed. In 2006, the band released their first disc, entitled “In Times Shadow”, which was a mainstream release on Blue Jazz. It received wide critical acclaim, prompting Ollie Bivins in LA to say: “Rick Holland (Trumpet) and Evan Dobbins (Trombone) lead a group of New York area musicians, who could give the more well-known big bands in New York and Los Angelas a run for their money, and as part of the the Blue jazz label, a label that promotes and distributes jazz musician’s albums. this big band is taking its destiny into it’s own hands rather than wait to be “discovered” by the major labels. More power to this label and all others who do the same. Lovers of Big Band music, especially, will like the Rick Holland-Evan Dobbins Little Big Band’s refreshing recording.” Doug Collar in East Lansing, Mi said this....''I have just played “In Time’s Shadow” the new CD from the Rick Holland-Evan Dobbins Little Big Band. What a disc! What a sound! What an ensemble! This disc is my top nomination for jazz ensemble release of the year. The arranging is nonpareil and the soloists masterful. The whole package is varied, listenable, and leaves the audience asking for more. Rick Holland and Evan Dobbins have created a musical experience that our listeners will absorb and enjoy.'' After the release of this disc, the band landed their first steady gig at Tasteology, every Monday night. The gig lasted 2 years, as the bands repertoire grew. The band then moved over to the Loving Cup, in Henrietta, New York. They played on Sunday nights, this gig lasted 3 years. This led to the band 2nd recording, “Trilby”, in 2011. Some of the review was just marvelous. For example: Throughout Trilby, the Rick Holland-Evan Dobbins Little Big Band plays on the level of most better-known ensembles, performing music that is inventive, full of life and fun. Their CD is highly recommended.-Scott Yanow, author of ten books including The Jazz Singers, The LA Times What a surprise! This band and musicians were unknown to me, but they are absolutely great! For listeners to hear musicians challenge themselves, and be taken along for the ride, records like this are a must! The musicians in the Rick Holland-Evan Dobbins Little Big Band are all reaching the high musical standards realized by playing in this excellent Little Big Band! This music will be featured in my playlists for many months to come. Thank you again for sending this exceptional CD to me. Peter Kuller - Jazz Presenter Radio Adelaide 101.5 FM, and www.radio.adelaide.edu.au JPL "Jazz from Down Under". The liner notes inform us that this ensemble started as a swinging dance band in 2005. Since then, they've evolved into a solid, well-arranged outfit with first rate solos played by intriguing, skilled jazz cats. The feeling I derived from the CD was similar to a classic Blue Note session. You know, several well-written originals that are melodically strong, and a few standards to test the players' chops on familiar material. The co-leaders play flugelhorn and trombone, respectively. Most of the arrangements come from pianist Bill Dobbins, who allows plenty of room for free-swinging solo work. The familiar vehicles here include Benny Golson's "Stablemates" and Sonny Stitt's "Eternal Triangle." I also spotted a tune called "Rich's Call" by Kerry Strayer, a baritone player of the highest stripe, and a skilled composer and arranger as well. It is interesting to note three compositions from jazz harmonica whiz, Hendrik Meurkens. Perhaps, he has some connection to the band. Finally, it should be said that this session is directed straight down the middle of the bop highway. Simply an outstanding blowing session on songs that, amazingly enough, sound like songs! Wow! What a Surprise! "

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"As a long-time Folkpunk, Celtic Punk, Irish Folk Punk fan, I found the line up perfect. It started with the Gavin Carpenter Duo, two men, alone on the big stage. Vocals, guitar and a cajon, that was all to give the audience a taste for the rest of the evening. Personally, I really enjoyed this hour of folk music and I was certainly not alone. The people sang along and clapped along, Gavin Carpenter took the audience to the Emerald Isle musically with his discreet, not at all obtrusive manner and looked very good in his fine suit."

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"The band was fantastic in every way. They've exceeded my expectations. They're very talented and have a great taste in music. They were also very pleasant to deal with and made an impression on my guests. Thank you!!! Certified Review October 12, 2022"

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"Veey versatile band performing many genres of music. Easy to work with. Awesome personalities. Croed really appreciated them. "

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"Thanks to Groovy Tourtles and Alexandra! For your talent and big heart.You are the best! Our evening wouldn't be so cool without your music."

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"I just wanted to email to say a massive thank you to your team for their performance yesterday, everyone was so impressed and it has been mentioned many times this morning, they made the night fantastic and kept the dance floor full!"

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"I've had this band perform at my place many times. All I can say now is, Cool Songs Done Cool!!"

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".."Great Band. Solid Grooves, solos and great choice of material"... The Arts Cafe Manor Park SE13 "

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"Rewind2Play is a duo who make creative music videos. When they perform live, they do so in front of a big screen with a video playing in the background to match the song they are playing. Rewind2Play have over 50 videos on their youtube channel. These videos are very entertaining, amusing and original. One of their videos, a cover of Iko Iko, has had 200,000 views. Whilst most of their songs are covers, to cater for market needs, Rewind2Play also have several original songs, one of which I forecast will become a smash hit (I said that once before, when I first heard Joe Cockers version of I Get By With A Little Help From My Friends). I have seen Rewind2Play at several gigs, and the effects of playing in front of an entertaining video of them also playing the same song works exceedingly well, particularly some of the stunning backdrops/scenery and the amusing touches. The crowds love it, they pack the dance floor and they sing along. And multitasking, such as singing and dancing at the same time makes for thirsty work, so the bar sells a few bevvies to keep everyone lubricated. Mark is a Liverpudlian who writes the original songs, so there are a few Beatles covers in here too! Maybe when he is in Denton (Manchester), Mark will get a few more hats to add to his collection to make more videos. I'm expecting Rewind2Play to be very warmly received in the UK for their novel originality and creativity, and for the obvious love between Mark and his wife Aimee which illuminates many of the videos. But don't take my word for it, check out their youtube channel. "

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Thank you very much for the fab mention Arthur!! Appreciate your time, and look forward to singing for your dancing pleasure again soon!!

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