Review Centre: 1970s Era Musicians & Bands

"Thoroughly enjoyed listening to your music. Your repertoire was impressive and the songs were played beautifully and even got us up to dance! Will definitely be back!"

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"Dr Saxy did a phenomenal job performing while we ate. His music really brought us back in time when the world was a sweet and better place. I could listen to Dr Saxy play all day and all night! "

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"Davide is een geweldige muziekdocent. Hij geeft les met hart en ziel. Zijn doel is dat je het snapt en daarvoor gebruik hij allerlei technieken en lesmethodes. Hij is ook herl geduldig en begripvol. Davide neemt de lessen op en die vastleggingen krijgt je mee. En dat is een grote meerwaarde want niet alleen kun je de les herhalen wanneer je maar wil maar je kunt ook je verbeteerpunten achteraf waarnemen en heel gericht te werk gaan. Davide is ook een heel sympathiek en heel vrolijk mens die het hart op de goede plek heeft. Hij is heel vriendelijk, openhartig en gemakkelijk en in de omgang, wat heel fijn is. Je voelt direct op je gemak bij Davide. Hij prikkelt en stimuleert zijn leerlingen op een zodanig manier dat leren heel gemakkelijk gaat. Davide is super, en heel deskundig in zijn vaak."

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"All of this is an admittedly roundabout way of confessing that I wasn't prepared to be as delighted as I am with Go Tell It on the Mountain (Silkheart), an album of traditional hymns and originals with heaven-gazing titles by Booker T. Williams Jr., a New York-based tenor saxophonist originally from Seattle who performs as Booker T. The obsessive soul-searching implicit in the programming suggests an affinity with John Coltrane. But unlike too many of the saxophonists who aim for Coltrane's spiritual elevation, Booker T has a devilish sense of humor best illustrated by his "Say amen, Gracie" drollery on "What a Friend We Have in Jesus," a homey little melody he elongates and fragments with the comic élan of a Sonny Rollins. In fact, the classic album that Go Tell It on the Mountain most recalls is Way Out West, Rollins's 1958 album of cowboy tunes--and not just because Booker T, like Rollins before him, finds inspiration in unlikely places. It's also because Booker T's interaction with the bassist Saheb Sarbib and the drummer Andrew Cyrille is as carefree and almost as electrifying as Rollins's with Ray Brown and Shelly Manne thirty years ago (or better yet, with Wilbur Ware and Elvin Jones on A Night at the Village Vanguard, from around the same time). Despite the sarcasm implicit in Booker T's low-register bleats, his performances of "What a Friend We Have in Jesus" and "Jesus Loves Me" exude sincerity, much the way Rollins's interpretations of oddball pop tunes do. For Booker T, as for Rollins, satire is a sign of respect, not condescension. Booker T is ecumenical: one of the album's most infectious cuts is "Halle Kalle Mazeltov," a hora whose modality he cagily exploits. The Spartan trio format means that Sarbib and Cyrille have to function as soloists as well as rhythm stalwarts, and both men shoulder the added burden gracefully, maintaining melodic continuity in a manner that bassists and drummers seldom do when they solo. Despite the length of some of the tracks (the title tune, which is just over sixteen minutes, is a Booker T original, not the folk song of the same name), Booker T's solos never deteriorate into self-indulgent braying. His sense of thematic exposition is too well developed for that-another cue he takes from Rollins. (And as if to underscore his lineage, the CD-only bonus track is Rollins's calypso "St. Thomas.") He switches to alto on his own "When Mama Cries I Cry," and his phrasing is impressively speechlike on this lighter horn. "

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"Thank you so much again to you and your band for being utterly AMAZING last night!!!"

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"Datura of all-female fun band The Vampirettes rocks up a storm at the Ealing Blues Festival. Despite the theatrical costumes, these ladies can boogie! Worth seeing for their interpretation of the Peter Green classic “Green Manalishi” alone. Great stuff!"

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"Michael and his band exceeded our expectations at our wedding! They can play anything you want. They played soft jazz at our cocktail hour and then got the party really going for the reception. A lot of our guests asked where we found them and said they were amazing!!! They were simply fantastic!!!!"

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"We had 4 Moons of Jupiter play at our HOG Christmas party, and they absolutely crushed it! From the first song to the last, they had the crowd dancing, singing, and loving every second of it. Their energy was infectious, their song choices were spot-on, and their talent is undeniable. Not only are they incredible musicians, but they’re also total pros to work with — friendly, flexible, and committed to making sure everyone had a great time. Whether you’re looking for classic hits, crowd-pleasers, or something to get people on their feet, 4 Moons of Jupiter delivers. If you want a band that knows how to turn a party into a party, look no further. We can’t wait for the chance to have them back!"

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" What up pony and street, this is Danny ( streets friend from LACC ) u guys are the best. street played some keys and drums at our Wedding u guys have the best music"

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"“Just to say a huge thank you Paul to you and your band for a fabulous performance on Friday night. Everyone was raving about you, and you really made the party rock! If you don’t mind, I will fully recommend you to the Holiday Inn and others as a great band to have”. Many thanks, Norman."

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"I saw Joe’s Boyz perform at The Hood in Palm Desert and I was blown away! I can’t pronounce the guitarist’s name correctly but he shredded! Every aspect of the band was on point; guitar, vocals, keys, bass and drums! I know they’re only a four-piece now but I would pay $50 to see them live again!"

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"A perfect "headliner" for a backyard party. Riley is a polished performer, who added so much to our backyard "ranch" party. He is kind, interesting and was willing to "fit" the theme. Everyone raved. He was the highlight, but didn't need to be in the spotlight. Thank you Riley! "

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"What a treat to have the magical sounds of Dr. Saxy at our ACDIS national conference. What a talent!! 10 out of 10 would recommend for your next event! "

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"Hi, just wanted to say that the team were fantastic, excellent set up, good sound and lighting. Really entertaining. Couldn’t of asked for anymore. Many thanks to the UK BeeGees for making our party. Paul & Jason Saunders"

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" Love the band! When you go see them youll notice the attention to detail. Music spot on and the musicianship is second to none."

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