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The Grand Wazoo
Grand Wazoo - Australia's Legendary Kings of Soul is a unique 14 piece outfit, which passionately pays homage to the great Afro-American Soul and Rhythm & Blues Legends of the 60s, 70s and their music, along with the iconic bands of the period, such as Tower of Power & Blood Sweat & Tears, with an occasional band original thrown in to the mix.
Australia's Ambassador of Soul, John Montesante, a renowned Jazz Musician and Arranger, founded Grand Wazoo in 1981 and the outfit has performed continuously since, proving that quality endures.
Montesante's talent as a world-respected Arranger has been a key factor in Grand Wazoo’s musical excellence and longevity. All 300+ tunes performed by the band have been especially orchestrated by him—taking it outside any 'cover' category.
GRAND WAZOO plays Montesante's vibrant orchestrations of the great R & B and Soul classics, and the band is acknowledged as a 'Soul Institution'. GRAND WAZOO has backed and supported many International and local artists, and fostered talents that have become 'names' within the Australian Industry. Some of these include: Kate Ceberano in her first experience with large band, Sam & Dave (USA), Wilson Pickett Band (USA), Delilah (USA) Hollywood Brown-Platters (USA), Marcia Hines, Venetta Fields (USA), Max Merritt, Joe Camilleri, Renee Geyer, Normie Rowe, Jeff Duff, Jackie Love & others. The band also supported Hot Chocolate (USA)
The Soul Legends Revue consists of 2 x one hour sets with interval + encore. The Band is flexible for Festivals, Special Events and Media Appearances & has mastered the art of adapting to various sized spaces.
The most authentic exponents of Soul-Funk-R&B. in the southern hemisphere, and now reaching 25 years, Grand Wazoo has stood the test of time, for quality presentation, outstanding musicianship, passionate, classy performances and unparalleled enjoyment - performed by outstanding artists.
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