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This quirky Edinburgh-based group present fresh takes on works by musical storytellers from Kurt Weill to Tom Waits as well as self-penned material. The group’s musical chemistry draws in audiences to listen, contemplate, laugh and dance their socks off all in one evening. Double bass, accordion, an array of percussive objects, an alluring voice and s ... » View band profile »

Rapido Mariachi are Scotland's premier Mexican fiesta outfit - Mariachis are traditionally acoustic bands originating in Jalisco, and are hired for all events - weddings, parties, fiestas, serenades. Recognisable by their distinctive sound, sharp suits, and fancy sombreros, they're certainly entertainment with a difference! ... » View band profile »

The Reel Stramash are a Scottish ceilidh band based in Glasgow, perfect for weddings, graduations, corporate events or any other function. Offering an upbeat and energetic performance, the band will have everyone up on their feet and dancing the night away. Fresh to the ceilidh scene, their approach is breathing new life into functions up and down the countr ... » View band profile »

Riot Jazz - A twisted mix of funk, soul, hiphop and aggressive jazz - sculpted round the LIVE 8-piece Riot Jazz Brass Band. Since their maiden voyage in Manchester 2008, the Riot Jazz Brass Band has been the bare-breasted galleon figure of the Riot Jazz flotilla. Captained by Nick Walters (who recently completed a Masters in Jazz Trumpet) and fronted by the ... » View band profile »

Ron Jappy has teamed up with Glasgow based guitarist Dave Series for a duo project. Ron was one of only 8 finalists to be invited to the prestigious Glenfiddich Fiddle Championship in Blair Castle and has been invited to perform in the Highlands & Islands Fiddle Masters in Oban in March 2012. Dave studied guitar at Trinity College of Music in London and met ... » View band profile »

Rory Duffy is a London-based saxophonist, pianist and arranger/composer/director with a background in jazz and improvised music. As director of Diáspora, he performs with his jazz quartet and Latin trio, combining his love of jazz and improvised music with Latin, soul and contemporary styles from around the world. Diáspora, his large-scale Latin production ... » View band profile »

Salsa Strings is a fusion of violin, cello and backing track that brings a new twist to the rhythms of Salsa (with a touch of jazz), Bolero, Danzon and Cha-cha-cha among others; including some of the songs made famous by the Buena Vista Social Club. Salsa Strings creates an ideal musical backdrop for corporate events, private parties, weddin ... » View band profile »

Those that have heard SAOR PATROL live never forget the visual image, and the vibrant energy they send out to their audience during a performance. Their original pipe tunes and drum rhythms please, and excite, many a crowd from all walks of life. They are "there for the Craic" and honor their invitations with pride. ... » View band profile »

A feel good fusion of piping and African drums. This duo perform most of the classic Scottish and Irish tunes set to the solid, pulsating grooves of the djembe drum. Suitable for all occasions, Jimi and Sam are the ideal act to welcome guests to your event. Their music caters for traditional music lovers, dancers and everyone who enjoys the sound of quality ... » View band profile »

3 piece Celtic folk band available for functions or corporate events. Repertoire based around traditional Scottish, Irish, English and Eastern European folk music. Band biogs. RAMONA EGLE Ramona performs professionally and is well respected as both a singer and multi-instrumentalist. She has appeared at many festivals and prestigious venues including The Me ... » View band profile »

The Slippery Hill Boys are the perfect band for any hoedown, hog roast, Wild West party or wedding barn dance. From cool laid back blues to blisteringly fast bluegrass classics this band is a must for all lovers of Americana. These good ol' boys will take you on a journey to the southern states of America with musical purity and enthusiasm that is so sadly l ... » View band profile »

This five piece Cuban band have been making waves across Scotland over the last year with their fantastic authentic sound. Son al Son was formed in 2008 by musicians from Cuba and Scotland. As the name suggests, Son al Son play son, a style of music made popular in 1920’s Havana and more recently in the film “Buena Vista Social Club”. To th ... » View band profile »

Son Guarachando are one of the top exponents of Cuban Son, Salsa and Latin Music working in the UK today. They are fronted by vocalist Adriana Lord from Havana, Cuba who has been a leading force on the Havana Scene for well over a decade having worked with the likes of William Vivanco, Eliades Ochoa (Buena Vista Social Club) and NG La Banda. Individually the ... » View band profile »

Son Real is one of the UK's most innovative and contemporary Latin bands around today. Created in January 2006 by Latin Touch Entertainments, Son Real aims to create a fresh sound representative of the UK's love affair with the "Latin spirit". Musically Son Real orchestra is collaboration between British and Colombian musicians. Son Real's style is modern ye ... » View band profile »

The Sorries are Douglas Kay (vocals, guitar, bodhran, mandolin) and Martin Philip (vocals, guitar, bodhran, concertina). The duo sing, play and banter their way through a show inspired by the music of The Corries; performing a selection of tunes from that much-loved songbook as well as a few satirical comedy songs which cast a sardonic eye on the political a ... » View band profile »

Soulatino is the result of a merging of ideas and influences of eight musicians living and working in Scotland. Latin American Afro Culture and rhythms are the roots from which Soulatino has grown and developed. The band is made up of musicians from a few corners of the globe including Venezuela, Cuba and Scotland. Soulatino is a mature, vibrant and explosi ... » View band profile »

The Soznak musical ensemble is the latest addition to the cultural melting pot that is Newcastle upon Tyne In the north of the UK. Soznak is a multi-ethnic world music band, comprising musicians from Angola, Cameroon, Congo, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Spain, and the UK. The rich blend of styles in their music reflects the breadth of cultural interplay among the ba ... » View band profile »

'The Sterling Three' The Sterling Three is a London based jazz trio. The core group consists of three experienced musicians with exemplary credentials from famous and well known events/venues. All three musicians have performed at: Glastonbury '10 Big Chill '10 '11 O2 Millennium Dome '10 Jazz Cafe - Camden, London '11 The Sterling Three trio offers a diverse ... » View band profile »

Gipsy folk-roots fusion. Duelling sax & fiddle. Striking, evocative melodies. Tantalising grooves. Infectious energy. Brighton based 5 piece, The Tatsmiths, are well known on the circuit for their charming, audacious songs and outspoken, often funny lyrics. Fronted by powerful, gritty, soulful vocals, their signature sax and fiddle blend wit ... » View band profile »

Tattie Jam offers a rich and highly distinctive brew of songs and tunes: from dark old ballads or protest songs to off-the wall humour, and from keening slow airs to kinetic jigs, strathspeys and reels. Much of their material’s given a playful or funky contemporary twist, with effective contrast provided by the occasional starker a-cappella song or una ... » View band profile »

A band the likes of which you will certainly not have seen before, the Trans-Siberian March Band (TSMB) are a riot of colour and sound and have been described as “The Sex Pistols of Balkan Brass” (Time Out). Highly entertaining, lots of fun and impossible not to dance to, TSMB are the ideal act for weddings, parties and any other kind of celebra ... » View band profile »

This is a high energy electric ceilidh band with a wide range of musical tastes and experience, who use high quality instruments and amplification. Playing old and new folk tunes and teaching dances from all over the British Isles and beyond. The dances used have been passed down for literally hundreds of years - why?? Because they are easy to do and are ... » View band profile »

Recently seen at the Isle of Wight rock festival the Wight Hot Pipes Celtic Rock band perform unique arrangements of traditional and modern music guaranteed to get the audience on its feet for an unforgettable party night. These guys dress to impress and with their sexed up bagpipes and stunning vocal lead they never cease to entertain... F ... » View band profile »

Xtreme degree is a mixed band who have been playing together for many years. They play most genres of music from pop, power ballads, soca, reggae, instrumentals and R&B. The band has performed at many prestigious venues such as Raffles resort (Canouan), Butlins resort, The Marriot hotel, The Ritz hotel, and also at weddings, parties, cruise ship berth (St. V ... » View band profile »

Yaaba Funk are a Hi-Life/Afro-beat explosion. A product of Brixton and influenced by 1970’S Ghanaian hi-life, funky sounds of James Brown and UK sounds like Roots Manuva and The Specials. A floor-filling extravaganza combining the tightest rhythm section this side of Accra, fat analogue basslines, blazing horns, sparkling African and gritty rock guita ... » View band profile »