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"Lorraine And The Flames is a sophisticated jazz band covering all the fabulous vintage numbers. Lorraine Heavey is a star, it’s just as simple as that. Having done 25 years in TV news I know a star when I see one. There is an expression for on air talent who completely control the viewer’s attention—-‘she eats the camera’. She is that talent. She is enchanting. I wish her such good fortune as she takes London by storm. Lady Susan Lampl "

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"Combining the burning passion and emotional charge of the violin traditions of Russian Gypsies with the unsurpassed technique of two Paganini accompanied by Segovia, LOYKO trio seem to be nothing but a sensation and invariably fascinate everyone. One way or another, but they will excite your heart, touching its most delicate strings with their songs, not inferior in complexity to Opera arias, and will make you applaud for a long time, until your hands ache."

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"There was one helluva great set of jazz this evening, when band leader and trumpet player Rick Holland brought nine fabulous musicians to the Pausa Art House including alto sax giant Bobby Militello, tenor sax wizard Andy Weinzler and baritone sax player Dean Keller, along with trumpet players Ron D’Angelo and Mark Filsinger, with trombonists Ken Crane and Brendan Lanighan, with Tom Kasperick on drums and bass player Emiliano Lansky, and with the very young, but very cool Harry Graser on piano. The great, blended horn sound provided a rock-solid ground for the wide-ranging, but sweetly swinging vocals of the young, very gifted Lindsey Holland. Do not ever miss a chance to hear this group in the future!"

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"His look and sound brought an atmosphere to our establishment. Booking Moodini gave us the edge over our competitors. Great sound awesome presentation and great crowd interaction."

Reply by Moodini/ Sonar Recording Artist
Thanks so much for having me! It was a pleasure!

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"We used Fleur and team for the cocktail part of the evening and it was good background entertainment. Fleur has a great tone. I also saw her at a smaller party and she did a good job then."

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"I recently booked Naked Stereo to perform at my 60th Birthday Party. I myself play in a band and knew the night would be in good hands. They are easy to work with, flexible with running times and made the music right for the age range of guests I had at my party. Thank you. "

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"Excellent band, had the dance floor full from start to finish. "

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"On behalf of Coby and I, we just wanted to thank you and the Mr Swing musicians for the fabulous evening of music and dance on Sunday. We all enjoyed the swing band tremendously and have highly recommended you to our interested guests. Hopefully will see you all perform again soon."

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"Ο .κ Μπαμπης έπαιξε στο γάμο μας 🩷. Εξαιρετικός καλλιτέχνης ,υπεροχος άνθρωπος . Σε ευχαριστούμε για όλα . Συστήνεται ανεπιφύλακτα 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻"

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"Review of Trilby - 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!"

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"Since 2011, the band has a new focus. First, it is commissioning the legendary Bill Dobbins, to write sample arrangements from his famous “Evolution of Jazz Piano”, a series of movements based on the tune “All of Me”. Secondly, is breaking in it’s new vocalist, 19 year old sensation, Lindsey Holland. The band currently has over 60 arrangements for her to sing, including selections from Nancy Wilson’s disc with Cannonball Adderley. Furthermore, we have a Christmas Set now for her to sing, as well as many straight ahead jazz standards. The hope is for this group to record both of these projects sometime in the future."

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"Euphoria Show Band played at the birthday party of one of the pub's regular customers. In addition to their wide repertoire, they also played two very special songs requested by the birthday person. This band are crowd pleasers. Their performance was exciting and they constantly interacted with the audience and included them. With this warmth and sincerity, they received full marks from the guests."

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"Thanks you so much for playing for us last week. Sorry we didn't get to chat more but we were all impressed by the music. I'll definitely recommend you to all my friends. "

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"Here comes the sun... We wanted to surprise our guests for the vin d'honneur. We met Lutz and were immediately enthusiastic about the talent and professionalism of Jazzador. This part of the wedding took place outside and despite the rain and the cold, the quartet was able to put a wonderful sunshine in the hearts of the young and old by making everyone swing and delighting. A very high quality performance, a kindness and an availability out of the ordinary which made this moment a magic, exceptional and unforgettable moment."

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"I have hired the duo You & Me for my 30th birthday, which I held at an outdoor farm at noon. They were the ones who livened up the moment and it was beautiful to be able to share with my loved ones with good music from the hand of these two wonderful artists."

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