Singer / Songwriters for Hire in Congers

"'I had Nina Hewlett for my cabaret at my installation party recently in london .. Nina not only has a lovely voice but her warm personality makes a lovely connection with her audience and it was a perfect way to end the evening with everyone “ On their feet !” I highly recommend her for all occasions ' Fiona Paige London"

"Hype Magazine USA Cure For Jealousy A perfectly polished storyteller in the literal sense, Dar.Ra goes for this wild swing of ‘80s dance-rock infused with edge on the stomping sweetness of “Cure For Jealousy.” The track combines a range of periods and influences, ensuring the sound works seamlessly as a cohesive, concise whole. Volume is a given; he brings it, and it is a physical sound, like the way blood rushes through the ears with the first few traces of jealousy. Looking through his track record, he’s managed to touch upon every iteration of dance and rock within the last forty years, and has done it well. Outside of the music, he’s the author of two books, which also inform the character studies that he graces with his sound. It is catchy, addictive, and liberating stuff, the sort of thing that the music world needs now – something unique, experimental yet accessible, and overflowing with ideas. Sonically, Dar.Ra’s sound draws on the revivalist traditions of DFA Records, specifically on LCD Sound-System’s earnest pleas and search for meaning. Like James Murphy, Dar.Ra does have a love for the aesthetics of just a gigantic canvas, letting the whole arrangement feel enormous. On the classic side, the insistent bass has an ESG quality, with the groove absolutely dominating. It is easy to get intoxicated by the atmosphere, and the vocals further sell this idea of breaking free from this impairment. The tautness of the groove even delves into Parliament’s most unhinged experiments, as the track sparkles with endless creativity. For all these reference points, Dar.Ra continues his fine tradition of marching to the beat of a different drummer, going for this life-affirming, soulful stance. The stormy mix of keyboards and the tight rhythm section work their magic. Before his voice enters the equation, the mood is already set. When he takes center stage, the song transforms into an inner turmoil. He’s conflicted, and the verses cascade downwards reflecting exactly that. It stuns, and the track’s length makes the atmosphere almost psychedelic. Of course, this is what good dance music is meant to embody – endless expanses, endless possibilities. There is a reason so many dance-floors adhere to that sixto-seven-minute mark, even exceeding it when necessary. The band's interplay feels spirited, as if possessed, and this is what carries it all the way to the finale: a contemplative commotion. “Cure For Jealousy” shows that Dar.Ra is what music needs right now – a sound that draws and builds on the past while pointing a way forward, in a purely hedonistic, funk/dance/punk flavour."

"Oh my goodness, where do I even start? Makeda has an absolutely breathtaking voice that completely blew everyone away! We hired her for a private gathering, and she brought such beautiful, warm energy to the whole evening. She has this incredible, natural way of connecting with the crowd—she had all our guests smiling, engaged, and just having the absolute best time. Everyone kept coming up to me all night asking where I found such an amazing singer! Thank you so much, Makeda, for making our event truly unforgettable and so incredibly delightful. We could not have asked for a better performance, and we absolutely cannot wait to have you back again soon!"

"Dylan is the best!! Dylan performed incredibly at our wedding, all of our guests kept talking about how amazing he was. Would highly recommend Dylan, he’s seriously better than the majority of bands you’ll see playing live in Nashville, no doubt!"

"Had this guy performed at the lohri event in Regina and it was a blast. He woke uo the crowd with his energy and his song collection was just amazing. Would love to have him again next year."

"Atul was superb. A talented musician, and we'd certainly book him again."