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"Cameron is a fantastic live musician! He made my 40th birthday party truly special. Cameron plays nonstop, hit after hit, and has a good sense of what the audience wants. He started with quiet background music, but later, he moved on to cool party music that got everyone singing along, dancing, and celebrating. All of the guests (100+) were thrilled, and many asked for his contact information. I'm looking forward to another event with Cameron and can highly recommend him!"

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"Jack was brilliant! He played everything we asked for and by the end of the night he was playing loads of Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter and Olivia Rodrigo for a singalong, he enjoyed the challenge of playing the requests and you could tell he was having fun with it."

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"Very good. Great songs well performed.We will be having him back soon."

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"Mesmerizing, captivating, and utterly enchanting! Alberto 's musical performance was an absolute delight to behold. From the moment he stepped onto the stage, his passion and talent shone brightly, filling the room with an electrifying energy. The seamless blend of technical skill and heartfelt expression left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to witness it. Bravo, Alberto for a truly unforgettable performance that touched the soul and lifted the spirits!"

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"Jack played at my Festival themed 40th Birthday Party, FortyFest. He was fantastic from start to finish; very competitive price, excellent, quick communication and on the night was perfect. Jack was professional, friendly and fun, played all the songs I requested, learnt new songs I asked for and played for longer than I originally asked! Jack brought the perfect festival vibe to the party and rocked FortyFest! Thank you Jack!"

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"Ben provided just the right kind of musical background to our event. The song selection was good and he was very responsive to our needs during the evening. Volume pitched just right. He was timely and courteous throughout."

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"Tony Vani is almost as well known for generously encouraging and showcasing fellow musicians as he is for his versatility as a musician in his own right. His focus is on blues and classic rock with his band, “Stir” (Mark Bishop, bass; Shirley Dianne Baker, vocals; and, Christ Whiteman, drums). He also plays gospel blues with “Tony Vani and the Holy Blues Band” (Vitas Slapkauskas, bass; Matt Smith, guitar and, Chris Lingard, drums) and performing Delta blues in his duo with slide guitarist Kenny Pauze or by working solo. As every musician knows, you are not a true musician unless you have had that nightmare gig. Tony recalls one night at a club in Napanee when he had to do the walk of shame after being fired on the spot because his guitar string broke. Thus, he learned the great guitar player lesson: “though shalt not leave home without a spare guitar and have it tuned up, ready to go”. His most memorable gig was when he performed for his Mom on her 80th birthday – it was the first time she had ever heard him. Over the years, he has generously and tirelessly organized many open mics at The Belleville Club featuring a mix of amateur and professional musicians who perform solo or join in with others. He creates such a relaxing atmosphere that it feels like the concert is taking place in your living room. “I enjoy bringing out new people and watching their confidence grow. Music is therapy. People have the opportunity to try out new things, have a safe place to practice performing in public, and besides, it’s fun”, he laughs. Known predominantly for his harp playing, his favourite harmonica influences include Little Walter, Paul Butterfield, Charlie Mussellwhite and Corky Siegal. “I am so impressed with their tone, virtuosity, rawness and overall feel”, he says. Other musical influences include Eric Clapton, The Allman Brothers, John Mayall, Muddy Waters and Robert Johnston. Self-described as self-taught, he says: “I always had awareness of what my personal style would be and I sought out teachers or I learned from playing along with records. I followed my passion.” He has just released a new CD of original material entitled “Her Blues” based on his own personal life experience of living with a loved one’s suffering. It’s a 7 year labour of love that is deeply reflected in the songs he has included on this album. Tony divides his time between his music, working with physically and mentally-challenged adults and living with his partner Debbie Hoskins, owner of the seven dogs who run their household. Find him at www.tonyvani.com or on Facebook @TonyVani and go out to support live music because #livemusicmatters."

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"Daf Jones is a fabulous musician with a really lovely vibe. He is professional in his approach and creates a positive and inclusive atmosphere when he performs. "

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"It's very magnifical, so much. Be continius. See you later or soon."

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"Soirée inoubliable !! Cinzia et Frédéric, qui nous ont accompagnés dans cette aventure, ont su créer les bonnes ambiances aux bons moments, permettant à toutes les générations de danser, chanter, rire et connecter. Leur répertoire est très large et ils sont très à l'écoute de tous. Par ailleurs, tout l'aspect logistique s'est très bien passé. Je recommande vivement ce duo de charme !!"

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"...the feelings of...protest in the song ('Barbwire Blues') ...gave me the chills...yeah, it did...really liked your vocals... "

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"Bravo et merci pour votre dynamisme, votre enthousiasme et votre professionnalisme ! Concert de chansons italiennes, apprécié de tous et de belle qualité ! à bientot !"

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"We had Trio come perform at our wedding Day 2 in Cavan, and it was truly one of the best decisions of our wedding planning. They had all of our guests signing along and dancing to their music in the pub. The set list was absolutely incredible and they even performed an encore because our guests weren’t ready for them to leave! The lads were also absolute gentleman to work with when booking them, super responsive and flexible with our venue changing during the process. We would hire the Trio again in a heartbeat, and cannot recommend them enough. Thanks!"

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"The North London-based artist Lee Michael Stevens steps away from The Swagger to take audiences on a personal journey. His first solo single “I Miss U Now”, co-wrote with brother Paul Stevens, is a taste of a long-player due in 2022, and it is a tantalising prospect. Here Lee is soaking up the atmosphere under the grey London sky. Both Britpop and balladesque, there is a lot to unpack from “I Miss U Now”. It is acoustic but energetic, with a thread of humanity, love and loss pulsing throughout. Both the production by Steve ‘Smiley’ Barnard, and the string arrangements by David Tims add beauty to the otherwise streetwise themes. In some ways it is obviously reminiscent of The Swagger, though there is a lot more of the personality of Lee Michael Stevens on display, teetering between sneering confidence and hopeless heartbreak. All-in-all a cracking first step in what promises to be a worthwhile journey."

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"Excellent, easy going performance. David is a delightful young man and knew exactly what level to deliver for our party. The audience immediately warmed to him and followed every single song. I would highly recommend David to anyone in search of an exceptional performer."

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