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"Chavée Acoustic-Duo was literally so amazing. They are incredibly kind, thoughtful, communicative, and helpful. They are talented musicians who made my proposal feel magical. I am endlessly grateful."

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"Thank you for performing yesterday Tim, you were fantastic. It was great to have such a talented musician! (10 / 10) The Farmers Arms, Holmfirth"

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"I had the opportunity to have Brittani Jay live perform at my surprise birthday party. As if them being there was not amazing enough, the way they interacted with all of the guests was the cherry on the top of a magnificent evening. People are still talking about that night, and several of my guests, including me, have begun to make as many of their shows as we can. Brittani is not only beautiful but she is a remarkable talent, and she had her daughter singing with her that night, which was a big hit with the young people in my family who were there watching. They are an amazing group, and I wish them all the best."

Reply by Brittani Jay live
This was an amazing event for us. Thank you for sharing . Can’t wait to get back together.

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"Rickie Jo Wilson is a must see show. And it is a show. He does not just sit up on the stage and sing. He entertains my customers. This is why we have him back every month."

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"There’s more to Johnny Ticktin than meets the eye. Well-versed in the blues, having once served as lead guitar player for the legendary Louisiana Red, the open-minded Ticktin is a sponge, soaking up the subtle six-string nuances and intricacies of a multitude of genres—from surf to classic R&B, swing and even Mambo—on his eighth album with The Headhunters, That’s All I Need. It would feel right at home in any rough-and-tumble roadhouse. The title is borrowed from a song, covered here in all its dark, swampy glory, off Magic Sam’s 1967 iconic electric blues marvel West Side Soul. Watery, backwoods ripples of Sam’s tremolo guitar style and seductive rhythms meander through Creedence Clearwater Revival’s mysterious kudzu on Johnny & The Headhunters’ version, as Ticktin and company paddle up a lazy river of Bayou groove. Just as fluent in nasty rockabilly, they thrive in the sweltering heat of the 1957 obscurity “Chicken House,” giving it a warm buzz and making it rumble and swagger, while the lascivious, infectious funk of “Body and Fender” – a Doc Pomus/Duke Robillard joint originally built for soul crooner Johnny Adams – shakes all over and ogles the female form. A rousing, boogie-woogie version of Lowell Fulsom’s Chess Records’ hit “Rock ‘Em Dead” is wonderfully shambolic, and Ticktin rides the lightning of the Link Wray instrumental “Ace of Spaces” like a champ, gleefully wheeling through edgy garage-rock riffs with appropriate vim and vigor. What feel he and his band have for this material. There is not the slightest bit of indifference to it anywhere on this record. Not that they need it, but help arrives in the form of keyboardist Tam Sullivan, who wraps smoky, sensual organ and wraiths of piano around a soulful remake of Bobby “Blue” Bland’s “Lead Me On,” and singer Liz Springer, who joins her brazen vocals to Ticktin’s in the cheeky, but charming, duet “Watch and Chain.” And, with the solid machinery of a good backing band at work behind him, Ticktin can just let loose – witness the slide-guitar fury of their cover of Elmore James’ “Shake Your Money Maker.” For aficionados of tasteful guitar work and music that time shouldn’t have forgotten, this is what you need. —Peter Lindblad SPREAD THE NEWS! FacebookTwitter RELATED STORIES September 3rd, 2023 Rhythm & Roots Festival August 28th, 2023 Rhythm & Roots: Family Fave July 28th, 2023 When Rock & Roll is a Verb"

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"The Distance literally blew my mind. 2 extremely talented people playing live music you would normally need 12 members to perform live. Not only are they amazing musicians, wait till you hear their vocal talents! Absolutely amazing! Highly recommended :)"

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"This is a slightly unusual review, but I just got in touch with Kaku to have them at my wedding next year and I'm super excited. See you in a few months — I know it's going to be amazing!"

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"Zai recently played at our Wedding Open Day in the Southwest / Solitaire Homestead. Zai took everyone’s breath away. Stunning sound and an absolutely perfect choice for your ceremony or post ceremony entertainment. Highly recommended."

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"Great artist who was easy to work with and flexible for our event! Everyone loved the live music and was perfect. "

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"Damien was a great addition to our school camping trip. He got the brief with our kids and got them involved and was a great singer and guitarist! Thanks"

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"I loved watching Tizane, they definitely picked up a new fan. They had the entire audience in the palm of their hand. The diverse original songs they played ranged from emotional and heartfelt, having the audience almost in tears, to upbeat and fun, leaving the room dancing, especially during their song 'Why Not Me'. I loved their song 'Running', it begun completely fragile and beautiful, but each chorus revealed that angsty, pop punk sound. "

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"We really loved having Katy perform a set at our wedding. I was actually very last minute with our song choices and Katy managed to include them all in with no hesitation - Such a beautiful voice and our guests were very impressed. Thanks again Katy!"

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"Currently listening to Sam in the New Eltham social club and got to say loving him!! Thanks for making our night!! Great song choices and great voice!"

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"AMAZING!! They played at my best friend Sofi’s wedding and absolutely killed it!! Great energy, banger after banger—these guys really know what they’re doing. I don’t remember if it was one hour or two, but we all had a blast. They even did a throwback reggaeton mashup that was insane. I told them they should do a cumbia one next time! We hung out a bit after the show and they asked if I could drop a review here. Totally recommend them! "

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"Richard was great to work with. He listened to what we wanted, kept everything simple, and delivered a solid performance that fit the mood perfectly."

Reply by Richard Sneyd – Wedding Guitarist & Singer
Thank you Conor!

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