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SOLD OUT - Adam Hall & The Velvet Playboys

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SOLD OUT - Adam Hall & The Velvet Playboys

7:00pm, Sat 31 August, 2019
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Doors open at 6pm, bands starts at 7pm


Adam Hall & The Velvet Playboys


The band is an institution of the Australian vintage music scene and renowned for its captivating live performances, marked by slick presentation and raw energy. Alongside Adam (Vocals, Trumpet) it features some of Western Australia’s finest musicians, including:
 Mark Turner (Guitar)
 Anthony Dodos (Trombone)
 Bronton Ainsworth (Drums)
 Kate Pass (Double Bass)
 Adrian Galante (Keys)
 
 The band’s repertoire is rooted in the Jazz and Rhythm & Blues music of the 40’s and 50’s, from artists such as Ray Charles, Frank Sinatra, Louis Prima, Sammy Davis Junior, Harry Connick Junior, Jackie Wilson, Chuck Berry and The Blues Brothers. They also include a large library of Adam Hall originals and unique arrangements, which can be found on their Six albums.
 
 " I can add to the list the outstanding showmanship of Australian jazz heroes, Adam Hall & the Velvet Playboys" - Australian stage
 
 "There is a young man in a silvery suit casual in the spotlight, the hand in the pocket, the other holds a trumpet, from his mouth sources sounds, as you once knew Louis Armstrong you will know Adam Hall." - Noz.de (German)
 
 "Irresistable" - Gerd Wieben, Blue Note Germany
 
 "A satisfied crowd exited happily to swarm the gracious Adam Hall and the Velvet Playboys... Good luck punters this is a night to cherish." - Australian Stage