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"Amazing performers and really friendly guys. Definitely book again. Perfect evening. "

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"I've been to a whole bunch of weddings and this was honestly the best wedding band I've seen. Great reading of the crowd and excellent musicians."

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"From initial contact with the band to the follow up post performance at our wedding reception, The RockPins were all we could have hoped for. Professionally courteous yet informal and approachable, our evening reception wouldn’t have been the same without the band. We all loved the enthusiastic delivery and they had just about everyone up and dancing at one stage or another, with some excellent performances across a wide range of music. Don’t hesitate…..book The RockPins, we couldn’t recommend them highly enough!!"

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"We could not have made a better choice than picking the Hound Dogs to play at our wedding. So many people came up to us afterwards to find out how we heard about them. The dance floor was full the entire time they played. They were a big part of what made our wedding such a success."

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"Soul Delight were absolutely amazing! We asked them to learn and perform our first dance, a song they’d never done before, and they did an incredible job we loved it! Us and our guests had such a great party to the soulful sound and upbeat vibes they bought to the evening. The band are really friendly and love interacting with guests. Very happy and would highly recommend!"

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"It’s March and still raining. I’ve trawled through some serious procrastination to decide where I’m going tonight; at least three decent live music offerings in Chester that I know of. And I’m sure the others were brilliant. The Original 90’s Britpop Experience are, in their own words, a “tribute to the British Britpop music scene” and a “powerful combination of passion and quality.” A tribute band, to me, equals lunatic professionalism. To tribute a whole scene is a big ask. Good covers bands are rare enough, taking that enormous and unlikely step beyond random amateur recreation. But these guys really do tick the box of perfectionists, professional curators though. Friday night was time travel night with a set list that captured the point where British alt-rock got (largely) happy and popular (in a good way). A guitar-dominated, looping and lurching opener with Ocean Colour Scene and The Riverboat Song; polished and convincing. The second song in and I’m braving the dance floor with the pointy-shooed brigade. A few songs further and they offer me proof of their professionalism. A very-very-very long time ago I was lucky enough to make it into Brixton Academy and unfortunate enough to catch James on a sincerely off night. And I’ve heard James and Sit Down many times since: at home, on the radio, in DJ sets and covered more than it should be. It's one of those beautiful songs that gets tired through overuse. And on this particular Friday night I heard it come alive; all vitality restored. There were the things I expected; a good dose of Blur and Oasis both, Stereophonics, Bluetones and more, then some referencing back to foundation stones with The Who and The Jam. The Original 90’s Britpop Experience switched between styles and musical voices with conviction; into acoustic things and seamlessly back out again. The magic of seeing grown men dance without a pint in hand happened repeatedly through the two sets. On any given set you pray for that one song you don’t see coming; the track you might flick through on the album that becomes something else entirely live. So it was with Blur’s Charmless Man. That perfect Blur poetry, is simple, direct and delivered with energy. The Original 90’s Britpop Experience are a good distance from being charmless. They are careful collectors and curators of songs; fine musicians and performers!"

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"I hired The Line Up to play at my husbands surprise 40th birthday party. I can’t recommend the band enough, nothing was too much trouble ( they even dressed up as Peaky Blinders in keeping with the theme of the party). They read the room and knew how to keep everyone on the dance floor, I’ve had so many positive comments about the band from the party guests and I can honestly say I would hire them again in a heart beat!"

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"Hi Matt, Thank you so much for last night - we had a great time. We loved 'Heartbeat' and I am so pleased you played it for is. Many thanks, Warmest wishes, Juli"

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"Great group at Woolston Trades and Labour, had everyone up on their feet. "

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"Our P.T.A. made a fortune when Gary stood in for us at the last minute due to a late cancellation. Every cloud has a silver or, in Gary's case, golden lining. Is there anything he cannot play for an audience to listen to, sing along with or party to? Make sure you don't want him when we do next!"

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"Can I say that Debi and the band were the best. They were very helpful with my son in accessing the pa system for the speeches and Indian music. They are professional and got the guests both Indian and Canadian on the dance floor with line dancing. Brilliant. Please pass on my appreciation to them all. I am sorry I could not say it in person."

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"Gary played at my sixtieth birhday party in March 2012. It was amazing. Somehow he managed to include all my favourite songs we have enjoyed singing along and dancing to over the years. Hope my wife has his number in her diary for my seventieth!"

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"We would like to thank You and the Guys for making our evening a real success. Our friends and family have all commented how good You were. Once again Thank You for making the night really special. "

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"We hired the Rockpins for our Wedding in May 2010 and all I can say is that they were fantastic! They had a pre-defined set list but changed it for us to incorporate our requests which was great. The whole dance floor was packed and my Dad and his best mate still comment about how good they were now!! The guitarist truly is a legend - awesome. I cannot reccomend these guys highly enough - even if you are not looking at hiring a band check out their website for a local gig - you'll love it! Rob & Gem Rob & Gem Swainson (n/a) 10/10"

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"Fantastic performer, great to work with and really cared about the experience of his audience. Phil went above and beyond to ensure he delivered a quality experience. Great Elton!"

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