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"We booked Eugene for a private dinner event and he absolutely elevated the whole night. His playing is classy, warm and incredibly tasteful. He read the room perfectly and shifted the set between background and more attentive listening moments. Our guests were still talking about him the next day."

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"THESE GUYS ARE AWESOME!--WE HAVE THEM BACK AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE!"

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"Engaging professional We used Marco for a 50th birthday If you use Marco you will not be disappointed-highly recommend "

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"you are a perfect fit!" "you made my night!" "i have come to eat my words"

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"Customers at The BMC and private venues throughout the New Orleans area and around the world have rated XCITEMENT band as one of the best musical acts in New Orleans..."

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"I brought these guys to Baltimore, Maryland and when I tell you these guys were Awesome left a very lasting impression looking forward to working with them again. "

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" Rev. Ferriday And The Longdogs, Unforgettable Trues and Everyday Lies. Album Review. Liverpool Sound and Vision Rating * * * * As Donald Rumsfeld once said, so famously causing the scratching of heads in consternation and dismay, “There are known knowns and unknown knowns…” yet somehow such double talk and heroic word play should be left to Rev. Ferriday and The Longdogs, for in their new albumUnforgettable Trues and Everyday Lies, the lyrical force of nature is far and away more direct, succinct and wonderfully managed than anything a politician could scramble together. Unforgettable is a mark that deservedly belongs to the band, the memorable and the cherished going hand in hand as their deep love of the Blues comes bounding across with enthusiastic vigour and in the case of this new album, with a darker edge, with an anger of the age attached to it, still very much enjoyable but somehow more threatening, more beautifully intimidating and yet at the same time never once wavering in its commitment to allow the listener to internally dance and shake loose; the Devil after all will always allow the angels to boogie on down. Everyday lies, whether those we tell ourselves to keep us going in the face of adversity or those we pronounce to others in order to impress or deflect our feelings, each one has its symbolic value; the same is said for the true-isms, the emphasise on what is clear and unvarnished, perhaps even understated, yet at all times striking and rich. Unforgettable Trues and Everyday Lies allows the freedom of movement within the confines of Blues to be explored and with Neil Sadler on bass, Scott Hunter on drums, the fabulous Owen Bray on harmonica and Else Black lending some terrific backing vocals, Rev. Ferriday captures the mood with pin-point accuracy. In tracks such as Broken People, Breaking Down, Shooting From The Hip and How Long, the music is contagious, it sweeps through the veins like a miniature train buffeting against stereotype intuition and scraping down in blocks of perpetual indifference with ease. This is an album that emphasises the battle in the way that words are seen and felt, it takes a writer of absolute skill to make a menacing note come across as nothing less that beauty personified and yet Rev. Ferriday manages with absolute conviction. A joy to be back in the company of Rev. Ferriday and The Longdogs, a fact of life that gets better and better each time they come around. Ian D. H"

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"Neil, just a huge thank you ,for playing our birthday bash . You blew everyone away with your amazing set. I always knew you were very good, I didn’t know you were that good.Mate, you are a legend and Thank you so much, "

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"La colonna sonora perfetta per il nostro matrimonio. I Self Portrait Blues ci hanno accompagnato durante tutto il nostro matrimonio, dal rito alla fine del ricevimento, regalando con le loro note emozioni e divertimento. Una band composta da musicisti professionisti, che sanno coinvolgere, divertire e far ballare gli ospiti, adattandosi perfettamente ai vari momenti della festa. Abbiamo scelto i brani che hanno segnato la nostra vita sino ad ora e loro li hanno resi più preziosi con i loro arrangiamenti, dalle nostre entrate al primo ballo. In conclusione una band eccezionale che consigliamo a tutti !!"

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"Michael Charles “listening earlier and sounded like Eric Clapton ” "

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"Quite frankly, the best "lounge act" I've even seen on a cruise ship. Enthralling, virtuoso playing and a wide repertoire. It was always hard to leave. I'd about book a cruise just to see them."

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"When you started playing your music, that's when the mood really became festive!"

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"I have seen the Skulls in concert for over 10 years and I am always amazed by their performance.From large outdoor venues to smaller indoor shows the energy and excitement they generate is unparalleled !!!! The talent on stage speaks volumes and the crowds react accordingly!!!!"

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"Exceptional Performance by Simon, Vincent, and Kars We had the pleasure of experiencing a truly remarkable jazz performance by Simon and Vincent on Thursday, 29 June, with Kars providing excellent coordination. The interplay between the guitar and saxophone created a unique and sophisticated atmosphere that all our guests thoroughly enjoyed. Their professionalism was evident in every aspect of their performance. The duo was friendly and approachable, creating a welcoming environment that enhanced the overall appeal of the event. Their flexibility and willingness to accommodate our specific requests—particularly performing while moving between locations—was a standout feature. This added a dynamic element to their performance and contributed to the seamless flow of the event. We are especially grateful to Kars, the organizer. His meticulous attention to detail and dedication ensured the performance ran smoothly, exceeding all our expectations."

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"Wonderfully atmospheric We asked the Jazz Centrale trio to play during the reception at our annual celebration for long-service awardees and retirees. Their music truly added an extra touch of atmosphere. They play brilliantly and have a wonderful repertoire. Definitely worth repeating!"

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