KIND WORDS SOME LOVELY PEOPLE SAID ABOUT ME AND MY MUSIC
Let’s do it again sometime! Don’t know what they put in the water down there in aussie land, but I feel privileged to get the opportunity to party and tour with you.”
Dirty Kurt –
THE REAL McKENZIES
VANCOUVER, CANADA
“ We all loved your tunes, you guys had them dancing up a storm! I’ll definitely be recommending you.”
Josh Leeman –
COLONIAL BREWING CO.
BREWERY MANAGER
PORT MELBOURNE, VIC
Fidel & his band wander into your event and start rocking, rollicking, twanging and sizzling! Like a depression era juke joint on wheels escapading through your musical memory, as he plays, time flies out the window & takes a walk down ‘Everywhere Street’ Go see him! Take a lover, or a photo of someone you once lost. Fidel’s songs might just bring them back.. The big beat of every weatherboard suburb, and you’ll wear out your shoes sooner than you thought. You might even go barefoot, in winter, after hearing him play.”
Robert Drummond – GEELONG FINE ARTS SCHOOL DIRECTOR
May you have the good fortune to hire Fidel … at once a skilled musical knower, fun and inclusive and able to get the whole crowd on the d floor. A joy and fun injection! You’ll be singing Ween’s ‘We had the best time at your party’ the next day, and for at least another 3-7 days.”
Kate Forsyth –
GOOD DAY CLUB –
FOOTSCRAY, VIC
“In the lead up to my dear brothers wedding I adopted the role of bridal secretary and had the pleasure of relaying a few phone calls between the bride and Fidel who felt like an old friend rather than hired entertainment.
The warm fuzzy glow only grew on the day when he brought the moon the sun and the stars into the tiny barn where the ceremony was held. An all in sing along left the entire congregation feeling like they were in a movie and I mean… that’s the dream.”
Charlotte Melina –
TRENTHAM ESTATE, VIC
Tiny Proposals - Original Song
Got My Mojo Workin' - Muddy Waters Cover
“Omg heart splody! Just beautiful”
Ariel – OFFBEAT BRIDE. SEATTLE, USA
“Awww best job, BEST JOB! Yes siree Bob!”
Jac The Hitcher CASTLEMAINE, VIC
“We all sung along to “I Fought the Law”…
Everyone was crying and cheering. The enormity of that moment was incredible.”
Teegan + Mahatia –
(FIRST SAME SEX WEDDING MELBOURNE)
“Just love your sound.”
Nicky Barry –
LITTLE CHURCH SPRING HILL, KYNETON, VIC
“You’ve got the coolest beard in the history of ever.”
Craig Cox –
ROPE ‘N STRING
“Who couldn’t want a band that plays I Wanna Be Sedated at weddings? We loved how much you fitted in with everyone else.. as if you were family. And of course your performance couldn’t have been better!”
Susan & Shane – GEELONG, VIC
“A great vibe, an awesome range of tunes, and a rad dynamic energy that seeps through the music!
Bouncing from super fun covers of 80’s punk songs like ‘Skulls’ by The Misfits, to incredibly adorable original songs… it made the soundscape a blissful hit.”
Gerard & Sham – NORTHCOTE, VIC
Love Interrupted - White Stripes
Hound Dog - Big Mama Thornton/Elvis
“Omg where do I even start – Fidel is a muso magician. He is utter amazing and if I could I’d bring him to every party ever (or just along in my every day as my personal psych man!) I would in a heart beat.
He played the music at our wedding anniversary party and he didn’t just bring smashing tunes – he’s much more!
His way of engaging with all our guests and getting them excited, involved and up on that dance floor is incredible. Because Fidel doesn’t just settle for playing music in the background – he goes out of his way to include fun games or activities that fit us and our people perfectly – plus added extra levels of FUN to our party.
If you’re after great music, excellent vibes and ALL of the fun – he’s your man. Cannot recommend him enough!”
Stina Evjan –
GOLD AND GRIT PHOTOGRAPHY –
NORTHCOTE, VIC
“Fidel and Matiss were fantastic! Easy to work with! They adjusted perfectly to suit the function and audience. Looking forward to having them play again”
Katrina White –
EVENT CO-ORDINATOR
‘DRINKS ART FOOD TORQUAY’ FESTIVAL
“Blinded by the dust, you hear the fiddle sounds start rocking, the dust starts to clear, your gaze settles on the musos. They delight the crowd young and old, hypnotising and taking them to another era, back to old country swing, early blues and jazz.”
Sophie Turner –
FESTIVAL DIRECTOR,
PRIDE OF THE WEST, QUILPIE, QLD
Mud On My Feet - Original Song
Folsom Prison (in French) - Live on ABC radio
You brought a dream to life! We were always dreaming of having genuine folk musicians at whatever kind of wedding we ended up having and you are everything we imagined and more.”
Amie & Nick – CARLTON
The event was a huge success not only because of guests’ enjoyment factor but also in terms of wine sales on the day. I was impressed with your professionalism and flexibility on the day.. the music you played suited the event perfectly!”
Elyce Bichel –
HUNTER VALLEY EVENTS
An eclectic songsmith and musician. Always engaging, authentic and entertaining. The vocal power of a single malt whiskey-driven steam train.”
Ade Kelly – PORT FAIRY FOLK FESTIVAL
As clever with a rollicking stomp, a driving blues lyric or smooth old-timey swing.”
Noel Murphy – THE WEEKLY REVIEW