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Thank you for a great night, we've had loads of thank you cards saying how great the band were.
My daughter in law wrote the other day and said her mum and dad had not danced like that for years! Once again many thanks, the music was great ... want to do it all again now!" Lesley Amer ~ 60th Birthday Party ~ Linden Hall Hotel ~ Northumberland
"I simply had to write and express my gratitude and delight at your set last night... Your play list was wide and varied with something for everyone
and you are a band who plays with passion and oodles of stage presence..." "YOU MUST GO AND SEE THIS TALENTED LINE UP WHO ARE EASILY THE BEST BAND I HAVE SEEN PERFORM IN NEWCASTLE!"
Danny Greene ~ Wallsend ~ North Tyneside |
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"THE PRECIOUS THINGS are back and sounding better than ever. In keeping with their rock roots, the first set covered a classic collection of hits from a 40 year back-catalogue. While THE PRECIOUS THINGS stamped their own distinctive sound upon modern classics such as U2's Vertigo and No Doubt's Don't Speak, the highlight of the set was a haunting rendition
of Glory Box by Portishead. With an arrangement that emphasized the musical and vocal talent of the group, this number alone was easily worth the admission money.
In a demonstration of their versatility, the second set comprised a more eclectic mixture of rock and pop. With a selection of timeless hits from Stealers Wheel and Blondie, to contemporary chart toppers Scissor Sisters and Anastacia,
this gig had something for everyone."
Andy Hughes, Sunderland ~ for local press
~ reviewing Washington Football Club gig ~ 14th October 2006 |
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"Hi Allie, it's Phil.
Superb last nite, everybody commented on how brilliant you all were. You made my special day one to remember, thanks 4 a GREAT 21st! X" 21st Birthday Celebration ~ Seaton Burn ~ Newcastle Upon Tyne "A fantastic day had by all, we've been overloaded with texts from friends at the party who have had one of the best days out for a very long time. Looking forward to our next party with you, we will definitely be in touch. We truly recommend you to everyone as you cater for everyone." Judith Hogg ~ Newcastle Upon Tyne |
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"I think what makes us a little bit different is the range of venues and music we play... for instance, we'll enjoy playing some quite edgy material in pubs but never dream of including it in a wedding set... likewise, we might camp it up with some good old classic pop in a club but concentrate on more traditional rock for a guy's birthday... we can even throw in some easy listening and jazz standards if the occasion demands... it certainly keeps us on our toes!"
Allie ~ Lead Singer THE PRECIOUS THINGS "We just want to pass on our thanks for a great evening... we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and your band was the best we have ever seen at The Centurion Bar... You should be proud of your performance!" "I loved the songs...you had great presence on stage and I thought you were very funky! :-) It was also nice that you came and spoke to us. It was very refreshing, as that happens very rarely!" David Hall ~ Gateshead |
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"Allie makes an impressive front / man / woman / person and her overall delivery could be summed up as 'lusty'. Reminds me of Cyndi Lauper..."
Graeme Park. Dubai UAE
"Just wanted to say a very big thank you to you all for an excellent performance at our engagement party!You really kept the party going and everyone there enjoyed it - very impressed!
Love Mel & Paul XXX" |
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"What a fantastic evening's entertainment at Tiger~Tiger... THE PRECIOUS THINGS were excellent, playing live, quality music suitable for all ages.The material was varied and provided a good range of styles and eras... the standard of performance was great and
I would certainly recommend the band for any occasion! "
Dee Smith ~ Ryton ~ Tyne & Wear
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"Now firmly established as a successful functions band... THE PRECIOUS THINGS have earned a reputation for excellent musicianship and vocal harmonies and for covering a huge range of eras and styles in their repertoire." The Hexham Courant newspaper February 2008 "Many thanks to the band for playing at our staff party. Lots of people have commented on how impressed they were with your performance and you certainly succeeded in persuading us to take to the dance floor. You gave us a really wide range of music with something for all tastes (well almost – no opera!) and ages."
Nicola Reasbeck, Corporate event, Newcastle upon Tyne. |