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"Check out the good Reverend on the internet and you’ll see this outfit described as “somewhere between Johnny Cash and Nick Cave And The Bad Seeds” with “similar artists” given as Seasick Steve and Eddie Martin – to which I might add, on the evidence of this lowdown and dirty blues CD, The Rolling Stones (60s version) and maybe vintage Canned Heat. Reverend plays guitar and drums, and he is aided and abetted by Owen Bray on guitar and blues harp, with Neil Sadler also providing bass and drum support. Ferriday started out playing indie-rock in the 80s and was working in National Debt with Michael Messer (and Bray) around the start of the millennium. This is his second album under his own name and the leader’s vocals are thick and mean, the songs direct and energetic, the sound gritty, raw, and real, with elements of the hard-driving North Mississippi hill country approach in places, Muddy Waters, Howling Wolf and more than a tinge of alt-blues. A thoroughly modern blues album in other words, whilst drawing from the deep well of blues tradition, check it out. Norman Darwen "

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"We hired Mood Indigo for our summer party, and they were really such a fantastic duo. 🌞 Alice and Tom are both super professional and v. easy to work with. Their music set just the right tone for the evening, and everyone loved their mix of contemporary and classic tunes. They even played a few special requests, including a beautiful version of "Here Comes the Sun" that had everyone singing along. Big thanks to Mood Indigo for making our event so memorable!"

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"From the very first time I saw/heard this band at the FAIRVIEW PUB I knew they were something special, what sets this band apart from most is the way they play as a seamless unit, great jams that can get you moving on the dance floor and every member of the band is a really nice person that will engage in a conversation with any fan. I have seen them play many many times and each time I leave I am left wanting more and awaiting the next show. If you have not seen this band I suggest you take the time to seek them out and hear what you have been missing"

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"James, You’re welcome and thank you guys for displaying your amazing talents with such an amazing show!! 3 hours plus of enjoyment!! I had the best time and as I told you I’ll be at the next!!!! 🎶🔥 💃🏾"

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"Folks at the Hilltop said, The Joseph Ferraro band is an absolute powerhouse of talent and entertainment. Their return to the Hilltop Tavern is highly anticipated, and for good reason. With every performance, they never fail to deliver an electrifying and unforgettable show. "

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"Best band for weddings!! Totally recommend. The energy of the frontman is amazing !"

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"Divertimento assicurato Nessun dubbio, li risceglieremmo altre mille volte! Professionali, disponibili e gentili. Hanno contribuito alla realizzazione perfetta della nostra festa, accogliendo le nostre richieste e facendoci scatenare fino all'ultimo minuto. Ancora complimenti ragazzi, siete delle belle persone e dei bravissimi artisti! Grazie di cuore"

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"We booked Kate for my daughter’s 30th birthday garden party at our house in August 2018 where she sang outside to 70 people from the veranda across the garden. We can honestly say that she delivered 150% to all of us (different age ranges) a thoroughly professional and delightful performance that made the evening. Totally reliable, punctual and an asset to anyone who books her for their event. 10 out of 10."

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"The organisers said they loved it And are recomending us to other festival such as Tarrra Valley festival "

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"Thank you so much for playing so beautifully at our wedding. Your music made the ambience just amazing, and so many guests have commented on how much they enjoyed the jazz!! Even my cousin who is a musician has been raving about you guys! We’ll be sure to recommend you to friends and family for future events."

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" Roadhouse BAND you guys were excellent and your sets were top notch! Your entertainment gave it a real PARTY feel. Thanks for celebrating with us!"

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We had such an awesome time playing for People Services--YOU GUYS KNOW HOW TO HAVE A GOOD TIME --THANK YOU!

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"Father’s Day Weekend with Joe and Gayle A plethora of high quality musical events greeted the mountain community on the long Father’s Day weekend. The weekend kicked off with the dynamite power trio, The Joe Ferraro Band, on the patio at Mountain High North on Saturday, June 17th. Forty-one vintage rock and blues offerings were delivered with high energy by Joe ( guitar and vocals) and the solid rhythm section of Phil Thomasson (bass) and Joe Faraci (drums). This veteran outfit featured vintage songs of Eric Clapton and Cream on “Badge”, “Outside Woman Blues”’, “Politician”, and “Strange Brew”. Joe Ferraro nailed the vocals and guitar artistry of arguably the best (“cream of the crop”) rock trio in history. The audience was treated to a fare by Howlin’ Wolf ((Spoonful; I ain’t Superstitious; Hootchie Cootchie Man)) and Ferraro’s own “Slewfoot”. Ferraro learned a thing or two from Albert King (“Crosscut Saw and Born Under a Bad Sign”);B.B.King (“Worried Life Blues”) and Freddie King (“I’m Tore Down”). The Fabulous Thunderbirds were well represented (“She’s Tuff” and “Tuff Enough”), as were Stevie Ray Vaughn (“Empty Arms” and “Mary Had a Little Lamb”). Want some Hendrix? How about “Stonefree and The Wind Cries Mary”? So many great songs played by Ferraro’s terrific group, if you closed your eyes, you would testify that Clapton had visited Wrightwood! "

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"Nadine v. Music Entertainment We absolutely loved working with the band! They were very responsive, professional and most important: talented! My guests were very happy with the performance. Thank you Basoon in the Wild for making my daughter’s event more special!"

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"After hearing these guys play at a friend's wedding it was clear we had to have them come and play at ours too! The booking process was very straight forward with timely communication giving me confidence they were a well organised group. Their music really made the reception drinks, it set a very happy and relaxed mood, countless number of guests came up and commented on how much they enjoyed the music. Wouldn't hesitate to use at another event."

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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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