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"In the lead up to our wedding they were always very professional to deal with, responding quickly to any questions we had and happy to adapt set lists and timings to exactly what we wanted. We had them for our evening wedding reception and they were fantastic! On the night they were absolutely brilliant and had our guests on their feet from their first song right up to the end. All our guests (even our older guests) have all complimented the band, the mix of songs they played was perfect. People were asking me how much they were and all agreed they were cheap for how good they are, and so much better than your typical wedding band. We were running a bit over time so they cut their break down to 15 minutes for us so we didn't miss out on any of their set list. They dressed smartly for the occasion and Louise and Sam were so helpful and friendly throughout the whole process. I honestly couldn't recommend then enough! I'm just trying to find another occasion that I can have an excuse to use them! We have had lots of comments from guests about how good the band were and what a good range of tracks they played. We would definitely recommend them."

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"Just wanted to say a huge thank you for playing at our wedding on 28th July. You we’re awesome! I spent ages looking at bands for our wedding as for me, a band can make or break the evening. Although I liked what I heard on your website, it doesn’t do you justice to when you play live! When Rob and I heard you sound checking we both looked at each other and thought, these guys sound really good. But when you actually started playing, you had the whole wedding party dancing for the entire evening, you absolutely rocked the place! We had nothing but compliments on how great our band were, and I hope you don’t mind but I’ve passed on your details to a few people who requested them. I really hope we get the opportunity to book you guys again for any future parties we have! "

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"The Blue Suede Shoes gave an outstanding performance at our engagement party and were instrumental in creating the great atmosphere enjoyed by all. Their professionalism was displayed throughout and we had endless feedback from our guests on how good they sounded. Everyone was impressed by them. They compliment each other perfectly and we have of course requested them to play at our wedding later this year!"

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"The Kings of Hot Swing played at our wedding reception, we loved the performance and style. The guys really made the evening special and played our first dance music, which they learned especially for us. All of our guests commented on how good the music was and how it created the perfect relaxed and fun atmosphere to our wedding reception. Thanks so much, it was a perfect end to our wedding day."

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"Not only an incredibly professional group but a fantastic sound as well. Simply amazing! "

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"We had these three girls to entertain at our golden wedding. They sound great , they look great and they are super friendly and reliable. They are highly recommended. From Barbara and Ken Nichols "

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"The Rhythm and Blues Revue played again at Shambala, Stanton Calling and How the Light Gets in 2023 as part of the People's Front Room. They are a regular band who perform with us. Brilliant as ever, professional and the crowds loved it! He is also an excellent sound engineer."

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"The party was fabulous thank you and the band were really fantastic – they really made the night for all of us! "

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"CATS WHISKERS AND CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS played at our afternoon function 3pm - 6pm versatile musicians we sang and danced wonderful enjoyment to go with our drinks , food, and chat NO COVID RESTRICTIONS have rebook ed them for MAY BANK HOLIDAY MARY JO"

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"These guys were amazing! Super talented, great vibe, and they had everyone up dancing 🥳"

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"Excellent. Highly recommended."

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"Hi Ben Thank you so much for playing at our wedding on Saturday!! We really enjoyed it and we have heard nothing but great things from our guests!! I'm very impressed you could cater for our 3 year old through to my 93 yr old gran!! She is usually in bed most of the day so was awesome to see her up and dancing "

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"Ciaran and Pavlina provide outstanding musical entertainment that is bought thoughtfully and deliberately across all musical styles and artists. They are absolutely first-class and are really able to cater their work to suit each and every occasion. "

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"REVIEW OF OUR LATEST CD ALBUM IN JAZZ JOURNAL Kit Packham’s One Jump Ahead: Everybody Loves A Boogie The entertaining British jump-jive revival band ploughs the familiar furrow, offering cheeky covers and originals with occasional solos By Hugh Rainey -13 October 2023437 Formed in 1984, this UK group plays jump-jive in a bright and breezy, entertaining style, blended with R&B and vintage rock and roll, and seasoned with light-hearted humour. Leader Kit Packham sings confidently in appropriate style on every track bar one, and contributes alto and tenor to the backing throughout. Packham also composed and wrote the lyrics for eight of the tracks and alternative lyrics for some cheeky adaptations of standards – My Swingin’ Valentine (an upbeat treatment of My Funny Valentine, which surprisingly works quite well) and the very funny Basingstoke (to the melody of Baby Face) and Buy A CD (with appropriate uninhibited bathos to My Way). On the whole, the originals work well for the genre. Love Me, Love My Saxophone and I Dig Potatoes have amusing lyrics somewhat reminiscent of Louis Jordan and Slim Gaillard in style. Enjoyable versions of Don’t Get Around Much Any More, Is You Is Or Is You Ain’t My Baby and My Swingin’ Valentine, come closest to straightforward jazz treatment with some worthwhile brief solos and touches of arrangement. The tracks come from sessions in 2009, 2017 and 2023, mainly as six or seven piece lineups it seems, but with changing personnels. Though studio recorded, the CD comes across as cheery live entertainment – for dancers, rather than perhaps for close, serious listening. But it’s certainly good fun, with some inventive fresh material, and a sense of humour to give a welcome lift to your spirits in these troubled times. Discography Everybody Loves A Boogie; Don’t Clap On The First Beat Of The Bar; Old Rock “n” Roll Songs Never Die; Don’t Get Around Much Any More; Love Me, Love My Saxophone; Is You Is Or Is You Ain’t My Baby; Route 66; Alley Club Blues; As Time Goes By; Alright, OK, You Win; Lockdown Chase; My Swingin’ Valentine; I Dig Potatoes; Basingstoke; Buy A CD; We Had A Real Good Time/We’ll Meet Again (53.52) Collectively: Kit Packham (v, ts, as, bar, cl); Nick Tomalin, Perry White (p); John O’Reilly (g); Steve Knight (g, ts, bj); Alex Keen, Ollie Blanchflower (b); Derek Gayle, Kenrick Rowe (d); Simon Da Silva (t); Tracey Mendham (ts, cl). UK, 2009, 2017, 2023 (No further details.) Pelican records PEL CD 523 "

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"Please pass on a huge thank you to the band for us. They were fantastic in every way and everyone has commented on how amazing they were. No request was too much and they helped create lots of memories on the dance floor and for that we are truly thankful for. "

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