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commotion is exactly what this band will cause! With a
blend of jazz, jive, swing, and an original twist on
pop, Hullabaloo are an ideal band for any occasion.
Made up of double bass,
saxophone, guitar, drums and specialising in vocal
harmonies, their versatility allows them to adapt a vast
array of songs to venues of any size. From family
parties to summer festivals and weddings to wild
corporate functions, Hullabaloo are sure to get the
crowd going.
So who are the band
members that whip up a storm? They are four professional
musicians who originate from South-east England. Jarrod
Coombes on double bass and lead vocals, counts Nat King
Cole, Bobby Darren and Ella Fitzgerald as his vocal
heroes. Both Jarrod and guitarist Jim Knowler have been
heavily influenced by Belgian gypsy jazz guitarist
Django Reinhardt.
As well as singing backing
vocals, Jim also arranges the vocal harmonies and takes
his inspiration from the Everly Brothers. Drums are
played by Shaun O'Keeffe whose roots are in Rockabilly
but whose talents now span to jazz and swing. Shaun also
adds to the bands superb four part harmonies. The newest
member of the band is saxophonist Ivan Thompson, whose
idols include Zoot Sims, Junior Walker, and King Curtis.
Together these four individuals come to produce a
distinctive sound, that once heard is rarely forgotten.
Previous
clients
Jamie & Jules Oliver's
Wedding, Essex
Supported Jools Holland & his R & B Orchestra
The Royal Festival Hall, London
The 100 Club, London
Kensington Roof Gardens, London
Disneyland, Paris
The Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Dubai
Sun City, South Africa
The Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury
The Criterion Theatre, London
The Boat Show, Earls Court
RCA Gentleman's Club, Pall Mall, London
Radio 1 Session for John Peel
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