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"Debi Hall was amazing! It turned our Fourth of July celebration into a slice of Southern Comfort. I felt like I was back in Tennessee with my family. We will definitely be hiring her again."

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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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"We are so pleased we booked the Confidential. It really made the night. We had so many comments from guests saying how great the band were! Thanks so much for capping off such an amazing day so brilliantly for us! We mean every word. You guys were awesome!"

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"Cats Whiskers Plus Christopher Columbus played at our New Year's Eve Event at our Selhurst Club Brilliant Band Club supporters had a great and wonderful time Sarah Louise"

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"They were here again at Christmas. As usual........... They were FAB-U-LUS! We are always pleased to see and hear them. Great Great band. Smashing music and choices. Don't leave it next time toooo long....missing you already xxx"

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"A massive thank you to The Cheers Function Band who provided the evening music at our wedding. The communication was excellent throughout and made the whole process very easy. The band were fantastic and kept everyone on the dance floor all night. Would highly recommended!"

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"What can I say? Super group, played at our New Years Eve Gala and had everyone on their feet within Minutes. Played to the crowd and hits from the 60s, 70s , 80s, 90s so something to suit all. Will certainly look to book them again and highly recommend them to anyone wanting to liven up a party or function. Regards Gordon"

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"Without a doubt Metrobeats made my 60th birthday a very special one whilst playing a range of music from throughout the past few decades ! I would highly recommend these Fab Four musicians!"

Reply by Metrobeats
Hi Donna Really appreciate your review and glad you all enjoyed – as did we thanks to the warm welcome from your friends and family and amazing dancing - Wales has definitely got talent! We’ve also uploaded a link to a video of the event to our page on this site with your kind permission so people can see for themselves. Cheers Stuart (Metrobeats)

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"Great show by Mostly Harmless. Fantastic range of music being played. had the whole room rocking. This band is super reliable. Communication with them is excellent. Book them with confidence."

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"They were amazing... ended up crowd-surfing. "

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"It was not only lovely to meet you on Saturday evening, but to dance the night away as well! You were amazing, you had everyone rocking, it was fab."

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"Saw these tonight in Woolton they perform amazingly together. great set mix of old, new and everything in between all performed flawlessly. "

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"The band were absolutely amazing, we could not have hoped for them to be as good as they were! The first dance song was perfect and they even learned one of our favorite songs for our 'second dance'. Everyone was great, but the lead singers were especially brilliant, their voices were stunning. Highly recommended."

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" I just wanted to say WOW band could not have been better - Everyone was blown away by them - they got us all dancing straight away - played all our favourites so we could really sing along - Brilliant wonderful awesome fantastic - Abba's Angels completed the night and made the evening such a success - and so sweet and friendly too!"

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"We are still recovering and cannot stop talking about the party. I have to say a big big thank you to you. From the day we met you have been so inspiring to me and that is what gave me the strength to make the night perfect. The ambience that was in the air due to the music was amazing. I know I did the ground work for the party but it was you guys who made my dream come true. Thank you so much! Also please say thanks to your singer again who danced with my sister in law, it meant alot to me. You not only have been the singer at the party but a true friend who has given me hope and encouragement which means a lot to me. Hope we can keep in touch. "

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