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  • Jose was an absolute pleasure to deal with and the band performed fantastically. Everybody at our event said how impressed they were with the professionalism of the band, many saying the band was the high-light of the evening and would book the band themselves for weddings, etc! We asked the band to play a few requests and picked a range of songs from their current repertoire, which was a great mix of songs for everyone to enjoy. Thank you for being sensitive to the occasion - it was a charity event commemorating what would have been my late Father's birthday - and this was something very much considered. The band are extremely dynamic and although the listed singer could not attend the date of our event, singer Guilia is incredible and we couldn't have been happier! We'd love to invite the band back to any future celebrations with hold. 100% recommend these fantastic musicians for any occasion. HUGE THANKS and all the best, Nicola & Family

    Nicola J. Encore Musicians

  • What a fabulous evening we all had to celebrate my mum's 80th birthday! The Burning Shoes were fantastic and they managed to fit in all the songs we'd chosen specially for mum including 'Happy birthday' - twice!! Thank you Burning Shoes, you were FAB and we would definitely book again!!

    Anette R. Encore Musicians

  • Very good band, thank you. Great music. Also very understanding that with our dinner running slightly late & the sunny day meaning people were outside rather than in then the audience was both late and thinner than expected! We very much enjoyed the music and thank you to the band for making the trip and contributing to our day

    Jacinta D. Encore Musicians

  • We hired the band for a wedding celebration in our garden. Jose made the booking process very easy and he was very careful to make sure we had the right kind of mix of instruments and singer to suit us. He sent a long and varied list of song choices. Requests were also encouraged. On the day the band were professional in every way from setting up to performing a whole beautiful range of songs. There was something to suit everyone. We loved Lee Gold’s voice (and amazing keyboard skills - how I would love to be able to do that!). Harrison Cole’s jazz trumpet was smooth and cool all through, not forgetting the great bass Kevin Glasgow and the fabulous rhythm house that is Jose Sacristan. This band had just the right mix for us of jazzy, cool music while our guests wanted to eat and talk, but could turn up the volume and liven up the beat at just the right time for some dancing. Plus the band were such lovely guys - friendly and warm and had a great rapport with our guests. We have had great feedback from our guests about how great the band were. I can thoroughly recommend booking this band. Amanda Parker

    Amanda Parker

  • Burning shoes are a top band. The lead singer was brilliant as were the group. Everyone I spoke to were full of praise for there reportoire. Well done the burning shoes. Best wishes Dave

    David A. Encore Musicians

  • The Burning Shoes were an absolute delight to hire. Contact and confirmation was prompt and friendly - they booked in with no trouble and arranged a special set to suit the needs of our unusual audience. On the night, the band performed spectacularly, and held our crowd's attention, filling up the festival's biggest venue and getting everyone moving and singing along. We received loads of positive feedback from guests and staff about the quality of the music and the entertainment factor of the show. I would definitely hire the Burning Shoes again - and would recommend them to anyone looking for a lively covers band to really make an impact at your event. Miles Battye Senior Events Officer The Scout Association

    Miles B. Encore Musicians

  • We have been using this guys for two years now, from regular live music nights, to functions, to corporate events, and very recently Christmas parties. The music and services has been excellent, looking forward to organising more events with more spectacular live music

    Haps Hand. Encore Muscians

  • Thank you for providing us and the many guests attending our recent 60th Birthday Celebration, with such a wonderfully varied programme of both instrumental and vocal Jazz and popular music. Everybody enjoyed your group's playing, including the many professional musicians among our guests. The charismatic energy of the ensemble, really added to the celebratory atmosphere. We will unhesitatingly recommend you to anyone who needs similar musical entertainment.

    Richard M. Encore Musicians

  • Hi Jose thank you so much for Saturday, everyone loved your music last Saturday the 12th of May and I think you might have a few future booking coming your way. Thank you once again it was a great event and great music. Thanks

    Stephanie S. Encore Musicians

  • The communication before our event was spot on - Jose is very responsive and was willing to answer all my questions very quickly. The band were super professional, excellent quality and very flexible (my timings went awry and they played some filler before the first set so my guests weren't mingling in silence) I would highly recommend!!

    Kate O. Encore Musicians

  • Amazing band!booked for a relaxed bbq and they delivered!! So many great comments from the guests about how much they enjoyed the band. Thank you guys, you made our event really special!!

    Lauren F. Encore Musicians

  • We had a fantastic night! The music was just incredible I am a huge soul and reggae fan and by far you are the best band I’ve seen. You have a cool vibe which was perfect for us. I so appreciate you guys traveling from far. I’m so glad you had a good time too. I’d love to book you again I just need to plan or organise a party for it! If your ever in the area working again please feel free to give me a shout if there’s anything you need . Will definitely be Intouch again, until next time take care emma xxx

    Emma S. Encore Musicians.

  • The Burning Shoes , and Jose Sacristan, are some of the best guys and musicians I have had the pleasure to work with and to listen to . Their dedication and passion for music its contagious!

    Eduardo M. Encore Musicians.

  • We could not fault The Burning shoes. From the moment we booked them, they were brilliant. Jose’s correspondence was second to none. The band were incredible and contributed to making our wedding the best day ever. They were talented, professional and very entertaining! All of our guests are still raving about them! Not enough gratitude in the world! Thank you.

    Helen L. Encore Musicians.

  • We had Burning Shoes at our wedding and they were absolutely amazing! All the guest loved them. We could not have asked for a better band.

    Amy H. Encore Musicians

  • Fantastic and made our evening very special. A big thank you to the Burning Shoes

    Glen F. Encore Musicians.

  • Excellent, we had such a good time. Everyone loved the band and their energy. The 2 songs they learnt for us were amazing, couldn’t have asked for anything better. Jose was great, very easy to communicate with.

    Michael R. Encore Musicians

  • The Burning shoes were amazing, got everyone on the dance floor, we had Giulia & Jose to start in the afternoon, we had so many guests asking for her details, she was amazing! Then in the evening we had a 4 piece band. Could not fault any of them, very professional. Would certainly recommend them all

    Stacey P. Encore Musicians

  • Jose and the Burning Shoes played at our wedding and they brought the house down! We can not rave about them enough. We had a 6 piece band with both a male and a female singer and they managed to find that almost impossible balance of being inclusive with all our wedding guests, getting pretty much everyone up on their feet, singing and dancing, and yet it still feeling like a wedding and not a gig. The talented musicians themselves were outstanding, not to mention kind, warm and generous people. We nearly did not go with a live band but can not say how much of a great decision it was to go with Jose and The Burning Shoes - best money we have ever spent, hands down.

    Stella D. Encore Musicans

  • Perfect in every way, kept the dance floor full all night , highly recommend and would book for any future events , Many thanks David and Karen ( The Extremes)

    David W. Encore Musicians

  • The band exceeded expectation. Great musicians who kept the dance floor full all night. I cannot praise them enough. They were a highlight of a very successful evening

    Andrew W. Encore Musicians

  • The Burning Shoes played at our recent wedding, all comms ahead of the day were fantastic and on the day the band were superb, our guests all commented on the great atmosphere they created. I would not hesitate to book them again.

    Andrew G. Encore Musicians