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Buddy & Andro Duo

Written by levi on . Posted in Acoustic, Jazz Soul Latin, Uncategorized.

Buddy & Andro Duo

 

Buddy and Andro are a vibrant duo playing RnB Reggae Soul at its best, amazing voice and a guitar to match.

Andro is like a one man orchestra playing beats, guitar, bass lines and synths all done with one instrument, this special element  plus a flair of spanish guitar its a unique fusion. Buddy’s voice is like an instrument it self, from soulful tones to edgy rock and reggae rasta and Shaggy all in one.Together they govern the band Gang of Brothers which in reality that’s what this is in duo format.

both with extensive national and international careers as artists and session musicians and performed with most major Australian artists. together they make one of the best duos in Australia



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George Washingmachine

Written by Sean Oakley on . Posted in Jazz Soul Latin.

George Washingmachine

 

George is an entertainer. He works mainly in the jazz world. He plays jazz violin and sings. He sometimes plays the guitar and double bass. George is also a visual artist.

George has played all of the major festivals around Australia. He also performs for many corporate clients.

George tours regularly in Europe appearing at festivals in France, Switzerland & The UK.

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In December 2015 George took his group “Feel The Manouche” to Cuba, where they appeared at The Havana International Jazz Festival. George has a current CD inspired by this trip.

George is also appearing in “The Conductor & The Clown” with maestro George Ellis. In 2015 this show appeared with The Canberra Symphony Orchestra at Llewellyn Hall in Canberra, and the Willoughby Symphony Orchestra at The Concourse Theatre in Chatswood.

In 2017 this show played at Angel Place, Sydney. New show The Maestro & The Magician made it’s debut in Canberra July 2017.

2017 saw George appearing at The Thredbo Blues Festival, The Tamworth Country Music Festival, The Clarence Jazz Festival in Tasmania, The Thredbo Jazz Festival, Tours of France & Switzerland in June, and a Rhine River Tour from Basel to Amsterdam in August.

2018 Maestro & The Magician appeared at The Concourse Theatre in Chatswood. George has also just finished his Ambassadorial role at The Clarence Jazz Festival in Hobart. April saw him at The Singapore Jazz Festival. George has just returned from BRAVO tour on The Radiance Of The Seas.

George toured the USA in May. He performed in New Orleans, New York & was jazz violin teacher in residence at Swinging Strings Fest in Port Townsend.

He came back to Sydney where he partook in an art show at Glass Art in Glebe.

He then appeared in The Maestro & The Magician at The Joan Sutherland Centre.

From late June through to early August George went to Europe, where he appeared at The Ascona Jazz Festival in Switzerland, club dates in and around London, Festivals in France, a tour of Germany and finally a festival in Kesckamet, Hungary.




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Nic Jeffries Band

Written by levi on . Posted in Bands, Jazz Soul Latin, Top 20.

Nic Jeffries Band

 

Nic Jeffries is a big-hearted, soulful musician from Sydney Australia. With a gifted voice that has been described as ‘smooth like chocolate’ his sound has been delighting audiences around Australia and the globe for more than ten years. Also a formidable Saxophone player, Nic recently wowed viewers with his appearances on the popular Channel 9 television series ‘The Voice Australia’ working with the internationally renowned, Ronan Keating.

Resembling a sound somewhere between his love of the history in the great American song book, and his infatuation with the soul greats like Donny Hathaway, Marvin Gaye & Stevie Wonder, Nic has crafted a rich, powerful & soulful sound that is all his own. His original interpretations of classic songs coupled with his emotionally charged original compositions make for a beautiful listening experience.

“Nic has that natural ability to draw an audience into a song… To hear Nic, is to feel good” says international Jazz master, James Morrison. Nic has worked with James on a number of occasions around Australia. A musician that his fellow peers simply love working with, Nic has spent years nurturing younger talent and supporting fellow Australian artists not only through his work hosting ‘The Monday Jam’ at The Basement in Sydney, but also through his inspiring work in music education. He has also enjoyed some extensive time on the radio airwaves, with his own shows in the past featuring on Sydney’s FM99.3 and Eastside FM89.7.

Sydney has jazz – Sydney has soul – Sydney has Nic Jeffries!



Uncle Jed

Written by levi on . Posted in Acoustic, Covers / Pop / Rock, Jazz Soul Latin, Romantic, Top 20, Wedding.

Uncle Jed

 

Uncle Jed took the nation by storm with their spine tingling performances on reality TV show ‘Australia’s Got Talent’. The trio went on to win the competition, propelling their album to #6 on the iTunes Charts and the audition videos receiving millions of YouTube hits.

When you combine three siblings with a love of music, the chemistry is truly magical, Uncle Jed has that family band feel and you can always tell they are having a fun time on stage together.

Uncle Jed are the perfect choice of entertainment for your next event. They have both the ability to slip into the background vibes, playing soulful chilled tunes as well as hitting the stage with a bang to get the dance floor stared.

Whatever your vibe, Uncle Jed can cater what you need!







Victor Valdes – Latin Harp and Mariachi Band

Written by levi on . Posted in Jazz Soul Latin, Top 20, Wedding.

Victor Valdes
Latin Harp and Mariachi Band

 

Born the 10th of August 1966 in Veracruz, Mexico. Started in music and dance in 1975. For three years in a row 1976 -1978, he won 1st place in the National Folklore Dance Competition in Mexico City. His talents as a dancer were recognised as Assistant Director of Folklore Ballet for the Secretary of Public Education in Veracruz Mexico in 1981.

He was a member of the best and highly acclaimed Mexican Folk group of Veracruz Mexico; for ten years, from 1987 -1997 (Named best folk group in Mexico by the union of music and theatre critics).

With this professional group, Victor gave many concerts and performances in respected halls and theatres. Including over 20 performances in the Sydney Opera House between 1992 & 1997. Victor Valdes choose Australia and the city of Sydney as his home town and moved to Sydney in 1998. In the same year he started teaching Latin dance at the Sydney Dance Company for four years.

In 1998 he found the first traditional Mariachi band in Australia and he named Victor Valdes and His Real Mexico Mariachi Band.

As a solo harpist he has given concerts in over 25 countries of 4 continents around the world.

VICTOR VALDES recent featured performances include ( Read More)

  • 2016 Art Gallery of New South Wales Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera Exhibition,
  • 2015 Inland Sea of Sounds Festival – Bathurst,
  • 2015 Fairfield City Culinary Carnivale – Sydney,
  • 2015 Parramasala Festival – Sydney,
  • 2015 Jimmy Barnes’ Flesh and Wood Tour – State Theatre Sydney,
  • 2015 Emerald Ball “Victor Valdes’ Mariachi” performing with Jimmy Barnes a Mariachi version of his classics,
  • 2014 Tanks Arts Centre – World Music Series Cairns QLD,
  • 2014 “The Man” Aloe Blacc Ft Victor Valdes @ Today Show,
  • 2014 Darling Harbour Fiesta Festival – Sydney NSW,
  • 2014 Parramasala Festival – Parramatta NSW.






Lily Guerrero and Andro Martinez Duo

Written by levi on . Posted in Acoustic, Jazz Soul Latin, Romantic, Wedding.

Lily Guerrero and Andro Martinez Duo

 

Bringing their Chilean backgrounds and love of music together, this dynamic duo will have you grooving in your seats. 
Lily Guerrero is a key player in the vibrant Sydney Latin scene. Born in Montreal, raised in Sydney on the South American folklore of her Chilean parents, Lily developed her interest in dance and song from a young age. She is now a versatile performer: she sings; she dances; she plays Cajon, Guitar and Charango. Lily brings her folklore touch to a range of cover material and original compositions.
Andro Martinez from the prestigious Martinez Family and Gang of Brothers. He plays percussion, bass, synths, samples all on the guitar. All brought together by his mastery of looping add the special Latin flavours from Lily and this duo is on fire.





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Michelle Martine

Written by levi on . Posted in Jazz Soul Latin.

Michelle Martine

 

Strong, feminine, romantic, nostalgic; Michelle Martine‘s own brand of jazz and vintage soul is making a name for itself in the Australian music industry.

Her debut EP peaked at #1 on the Australian iTunes Soul/RnB Album chart. Honing her craft as one of the busiest vocalists in Sydney, she’s played venues including The Basement and the Toff (Melbourne) to the Myer Music Bowl and Acer Arena.

Michelle has played with a wide variety of acts from Smokey Robinson and Robbie Williams to Silverchair, Ronan Keating and Jessica Mauboy. In an age of fast food, fast living and antisocial media, someone’s bringing the romance back and it’s Michelle Martine.

Gang of Brothers – Funky Rock Soul

Written by levi on . Posted in Covers / Pop / Rock, Jazz Soul Latin.

Gang of Brothers
Funky Rock Soul

 

A musical assault that crosses over genres, deeply funky and seriously Phat.

Their culturally diverse and influential style digs deeper and deeper in the pocket of groove and rock!

Gang of Brothers have been born into music. Brothers Andro, Dauno, Fenix and Banel Martinez hail from the prestigious musical Martinez Family (Martinez Akustica). Joining them on drums and lead vocals is brother Buddy Siolo, whose talents have taken him around the globe

Together they are GANG OF BROTHERS.

Son Veneno – Latin Band

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Son Veneno
Latin Band

 

“A groundbreaking technicolour cross between the Buena Vista Social Club, Gorillaz, Ozomatli and Eminem, An intoxicating and delightful affair, Son Veneno can’t fail to leave you with a massive smile on your face. An entertainment phenomenon not to be missed” UK Music Review 2009

Son Veneno came to life in Sydney, Australia when brothers Cesar and Steve Marin began playing music together as kids after emigrating from Latin America. Inspired by the music of bands such as Los Van Van and Irakere they found their path through the music of Cuba. The decision was made to find like-minded musicians, with the intention of forming a band dedicated to raising the standard of Afro-Latin music in Australia. This musical endeavour led to the formation of SON VENENO.

The early addition of young singer/songwriter Carlos Velazquez lifted the project to new heights. With a versatile mix of RNB, pop and soul, together with his domination of the Afro-Latin Sonero traditions, the band had found its unique and original voice.

The following years were spent performing around the country, building a healthy fan base and establishing themselves at the forefront of the music industry in Australia. Their extremely high levels of musicianship and performance led to the band being recognized internationally, constantly invited to perform at major festivals and events.

This momentum created the opportunity to collaborate with musicians outside of the Latin genre. The addition of talented young musicians Ivan Pineda, Marcus Salone, Daniel Goodacre and Dominic Kirk enabled the band to incorporate advanced elements of Funk, Reggae, Jazz and Rock into their music.

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The natural progression of composing together unearthed a new alternative sound. While the Afro-Latin influences were still present, the bands original ‘Son’ influences had developed in to a brand new genre of music.

This evolution contributed to the band’s success, becoming the first Australian-Latin ensemble to make its mark in the global music industry.

Son Veneno’s diversity continued over the years, composing, recording and performing with many international artists including Ozomatli, Kelis, Maceo Parker, Cubanismo, Los De Abajo, Metallica, Reve Y Su Charangon, Fulanito, Cuban trumpeter Armando Garcia and vocalists Rebecca Tapia, Holly Ot tignon, Gonzalo Porta and Merenia Gillies.


Latin Guitars

Written by levi on . Posted in Acoustic, Jazz Soul Latin, Romantic, Wedding.

Latin Guitars

 

The sound of guitars with fire, passion and finesse. Let Latin Guitars transport you to South America, Spain and the Mediterranean, from beautiful mood-setting music as you walk down the aisle to dancing on gypsy fire and everything in between.

Weddings, birthdays, celebrations, background and corporate events: we can make the atmosphere perfect for you without being intrusive.

Our repertoire is wide and varied from commonly known pop tunes, jazz standards, bossa nova, intriguing melodies and the occasional original composition.

Latin Guitars can be a duo, trio, full band, with vocalists, or simply solo – the choice is yours.

Our repertoire also includes songs from Otmar Libert, George Benson, Santana, Aldi Meola and many many more.

Need a sophisticated and elegant musical atmosphere? Look no further that Sydney’s premier acoustic guitar act: Latin Guitars.

Here’s some of the music you might like us to play:

  • Bamboleo : Gypsy Kings
  • Entre dos Aguas: Paco de Lucia
  • Europa: Santana
  • Feliz Navidad: Jose Feliciano
  • Careless Whispers: George Michael
  • Cavatina: John Williams
  • Blue Bossa: Girl from Ipanema
  • Isn’t She Lovely: Stevie Wonder
  • La Bamba: Ritchie Valens …







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