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< Back Shim Sham ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in booking Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit Thanks! We will get back to you shortly event details Western Cape Shim Sham - "a party where the lights sparkle, champagne flows, and jazz and contemporary music enchants!" Welcome to Cape Town's one-of-a-kind live party band, where gloomy, relaxed background music meets party favourites that are sure to please. Shim Sham is the ideal band for any occasion, whether corporate, wedding, or private. Our repertoire includes music from many eras, from jazz to pop favourites and current songs. We can easily adjust the music to your event's needs. Shim Sham alternates between being an actual Jazz band and a top-tier Pop band. Our usual lineup consists of a Bev Scott-Brown (vocals) and her four-piece band China (drums and vocals), and Andrew Ford (keyboards) Wesley Rustin (electric and double bass). If you prefer a larger stage, the band can expand to add a brass section, guitar, or string section, depending on your budget. With performances at the annual SA Cheese Festival, Qualite Awards, Hazendal Jazz Series, The Crypt, and Jazz on the Rocks, the level of musicianship in this band is of the greatest standard, with all members being well respected and experienced. Shim Sham collaborates with prestigious corporate clients such as Oasis Group, Agri Expo, Man Bus Company, Sun International, and espAfrika. Sham Sham has worked with prominent event planners in Cape Town and is easily adaptable to any environment, including weddings. TESTIMONIALS It's always a joy to work with you and your amazing band, Bev. Your ability to gauge the crowd and be in sync with your visitors is incredible. I believe your versatility and ability to cover a wide range of genres, from jazz to modern contemporary, is your most valued attribute. The band is a pleasure to work with, and their punctuality and professionalism shine through in their enthusiasm for their craft. I hope to work with you again in the future. Gavin Taylor's - Grand WestAgri-Expo is delighted to mention that they have worked on several projects with Bev Scott-Brown since 2009. Bev is an outstanding professional and an extremely great vocalist who can sing any genre requested of her. Shim Sham has become a headliner band at the SA Cheese Festival since Bev founded them. – A fantastic lineup of Cape Town's greatest talent! I would suggest them to everyone! Working with Shim Sham is a true pleasure! They don't let you down and are really versatile, talented, professional, and a lot of fun! Shim Sham's years of experience have taught them to carefully assess their crowd and ensure that every guest is delighted about their music and mood! Working with Bev | Andrew | Wesley | China has been an amazing joy! Highly recommended for any occasion. XDC Entertainment's Deb Jardine

< Back Don Packett ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit Thanks! We will get back to you shortly Event details Gauteng SPEAKER Don brings a fresh perspective to conferences and events by sharing his experiences with audiences, related to a number of hot topics, assisting CEOs and organizational leaders to drive specific messages home. Every talk provides educational and entertaining anecdotes, tales, metaphors, analogies and a healthy dose of recapitulation for good measure. EVENT MC With a wealth of deep-set knowledge and appreciation for the corporate beast, Don is hellbent on ensuring that the gap between organizational content and entertainment is not only bridged but firmly set in order for all audiences to engage with speakers’ content as effectively as possible. OPENING SPEAKER & MC COMBINATION Opening conferences and events with a key message as an external speaker – in order to ensure the CEO / MD / Team leader has a primed stage for their address – Don then provides the connection throughout the day as the event MC, keeping the golden thread tied tightly around the content and objective.

< Back ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in First Name Email Phone Submit Thanks! We will get back to you shortly Select a date Last Name Company Event details Wine Blending Experience Gauteng The ultimate skill in the art of winemaking is that of creating the perfect blend. After a brief introduction and a wine tasting, the participants have the opportunity to create their own blend from 3 different cultivars. Participants will bottle their own product, insert the cork, shrink wrap the bottleneck and design their own label. The Wine Blending Experience includes: All wines for tasting and blending Full facilitation All equipment for blending Empty bottles for Bottling Labeling Presenter’s fees 1 x bottle of their blend to take home +/- 2 hours of an unforgettable experience

< Back Steve Graham Kwazulu Natal ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Submit Thanks! We will get back to you shortly Event details Phone Steve Graham, with over 35 years in the music business and a repertoire of songs too numerous to recall, began his journey as a young musician in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. Learning the art of entertaining through the world of rock music, he caught the attention of International Manager/Record Producer Chas Chandler, known for managing and producing Jimi Hendrix and Slade. Chandler, a top-selling artist with The Animals in the sixties, became Steve's mentor, and their collaboration proved invaluable. The formation of The Steve Graham Band marked a significant chapter, leading to collaborations with industry luminaries such as Sting, the Police, Bryan Adams, Tina Turner, Michael MacDonald, Alice Cooper, Jeff Wayne, Electric Light Orchestra, U2, Jools Holland, Rick Wakeman, Dire Straits, Marillion, Status Quo, and more. After 18 years on the stadium circuit, Steve shifted towards movie and documentary soundtrack composition. During this period, he ventured into producing records for other artists and writing songs for emerging talent. In 2001, major record labels approached him to Artist Develop new talents, a role he continues today. Having established a music and film production company in Dubai, Steve remains passionate about live performance and connecting with music enthusiasts. Currently based in Ballito, South Africa, Steve introduces his remarkable rock show, "Monsters Of Rock." Featuring stunning video, graphics, and projection images, the show promises to transport audiences on a musical journey back to an era where classic rock songs served as the soundtrack of our lives.

< Back Ndlovu Youth Choir Gauteng ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Submit Thanks! We will get back to you shortly Event details Phone “Ndlovu” is a vibrant chorus of African song and dance. These young singers and dancers are committed to making their audiences smile, clap, sing and feel the warm spirit of Ubuntu in their hearts. The choir promises to deliver an experience of infectious joy. “Ndlovu” performs an impressive assortment of South African music ranging from Afro-Pop/Jazz classics to traditional South African music and arrangements of international hits that creatively incorporate a variety of South African genres. The choir delivers a toe-tapping and energetic South African musical performance irresistibly combined with mesmerising choreography. Performances highlights include collaborations with choirs from Denmark and Canada as well as performances in the UK, Germany and the Netherlands. In September 2018, the choir will be releasing their 3rd album produced by multiple Grammy Award-winning producers Rachel Faro and Jimmy Douglas. As their youthful smiles light up their faces, they will remind you of the very best South Africa has to offer. Watch them perform live on America’s Got Talent 2019 here . TESTIMONIALS “You know we have always been waiting for a choir like this. Something we have never heard before and your energy was literally bouncing off me right there. It was a great audition and you… I’m going to remember. Well done!”– Simon Cowell | America’s Got Talent. “From the second you walked out, I think this whole place was rooting for you and you did not disappoint. You showcased the beauty that you represent and you are giving so much hope, I can’t thank you enough! Thank you!”– Gabrielle Union | America’s Got Talent.

< Back ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit Thanks! We will get back to you shortly Event details Vantage Duo Gauteng Stylish | Sophisticated | Versatile An appealing combination of piano and vocals, with an extensive repertoire to suit any occasion. Vantage covers everything from jazz and easy listening, for background music, to up-tempo party hits to get your guests on the dancefloor. Vantage provides the perfect musical ambiance for your event. Avzal Ismail: A prolific South African pianist with many years of experience. His musical influences are many, but he is particularly noted as a jazz and latin jazz pianist. Avzal has performed across the globe, from Lisbon to Beijing.He has numerous recording and television appearances to his credit and has worked with a host of top international names, including acclaimed violinist Regina Carter, Donald Harrison, Carl Andersen, Professor James Houlik, Bhakhithi Khumalo and many more Avzal has performed at such prestigious events as theCommonwealth Games, Rugby World Cup, and the South African Presidential Inauguration banquet. CAT Hanson: A captivating vocalist, delivering smooth vocals with a warm, engaging presentation style. Born in the UK, raised in Johannesburg, Cat has performed internationally for the past 10 years, entertaining audiences in the jazz venues and clubs of Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Seoul, Hong Kong, Dubai, Muscat and more. She now appears regularly at South Africa’s entertainment venues such as Sun City, Montecasino and Emperor’s Palace.Her early career path saw her gain extensive experience as a radio DJ and newsreader in Namibia. She also hosted the Bambanani game show on SABC2 for several years. Cat studied classical flute playing and music through the Royal Schools of Music and UNISA.

< Back LED Suit Dancers Nationwide ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Last Name Email Phone Submit Thanks! We will get back to you shortly Company Event details LED dancers using LED costumes, LED hoops, LED Staff and belly dancer with LED wings call can be used to make a fantasy come alive. Spectacular to watch we can put together combinations of these dancers to suit any event. Can be used in conjunction with fire dancers and fire breathers.

< Back ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit Thanks! We will get back to you shortly Event details ILLUMOSAX Gauteng Shoot for the stars with a 3 sixty litsax effect. Ignition of the sax and advanced lighting effects transports guests into new dimensions. Your brand world, your brand colour. Transgress the future of your event and elevate your eventing space.Perfect for various eventing combinations: • Make a statement from welcome and arrival • Key performance at event• Sax & D j• Sax & Starlight LED Dress (violin/vocals) • Sax & LED Screens

< Back ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit Thanks! We will get back to you shortly Event details Chilli & Lime Gauteng Hailed as The Jazz Maestros, Chilli & Lime is a vibrant young jazz band that has firmly established itself on the South African jazz scene. Since their inception in 2006, Chilli & Lime has performed alongside great South African artists, including HHP, Afro Tenors, Mango Groove and Judith Sephuma. The line-up includes Johannesburg’s finest talent performing traditional jazz and African favourites. These musicians in their individual capacities have also performed world-wide with well known artists such as Sibongile Khumalo, Themba Mkize, and Lauren Hill. They have represented South Africa on a number of cultural awards and have performed at Jazz Festivals including New Orleans, USA in 2005, Standard Bank Joy of Jazz, Cape Town International Jazz Festival and The Cape Town Jazzathon. They have also collaborated with South Africa’s most respected artists – Hugh Masekhela, Themba Mkhize, Sibongile Khumalo, Zimology, Khunle, Lesego, Vusi Khumalo and Judith Siphuma, to name a few.Available as a duo, trio, quartet, quintet. Instrumental and vocal options. TESTIMONIALS The client was happy with the entertainment [Chilli & Lime] – she really enjoyed the lead singers voice. The crowd also enjoyed the entertainment.” – Jill Zeeman,– WOW Incentives & Events “The band for the FIG event was absolutely stunning. Thank you very much for always making our vision come to life with the entertainment you supply. The clients absolutely enjoyed it.” – Charmaine Pillay | HSBC They [Chilli & Lime] were absolutely stunning. From all the various people I have ever worked with in the past, these people were the most friendly, open, honest, accommodating and easy-going. It was a pleasure working with them and the client was over the moon.” – Vevette Husbands, Intelsat, Washington DC …Chilli & Lime is…smooth. Listen only once to how the petite Lindiwe Maxolo does ‘Ain’t no Sunshine’ with a voice larger than Table Mountain and you’re hooked. …the jazz slips into your soul – seamlessly shifting from choppy to smooth in one song – ending in something so sublime you almost forget to place your order. – Sunday Times” “Chilli & Lime were great – really professional and talented group of people.We will definitely be using them again!” – Debbie, Where Next

< Back Contortionist ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in First Name Email Phone Submit Thanks! We will get back to you shortly Select a date Last Name Company Event details Gauteng Add a twist to your next event with our back-bending contortionist. Mesmerise your guests as this performer pushes the limits of the human body.

< Back ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in First Name Select a date Last Name Email Company Phone Submit Thanks! We will get back to you shortly Event details Singing Waiters - Counterfeit Crooners Gauteng If you are a fan of The Rat Pack this is the act for you! Imagine a Health and Safety officer, Frikkie, disrupting your wonderful evening and threatening to close down the event. Don’t fret, our Banqueting Manager Tony will save the day and to top it off even entertain you! When an overzealous car guard has also joined the action they will have you swaying with their swinging tunes. TESTIMONIALS “Thank you so much again for the BEST entertainment. It was superb and our guests were bowled over. The show really ensured the success of the event.” – ADI PHILLIPS, The Sunflower Fund

< Back ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit Thanks! We will get back to you shortly Event details Zanoxolo King Gauteng Zanoxolo King is an Eastern Cape born Afro-soul/RNB Musician, he rose to fame when he first appeared on Idols SA. He has a strong soul and gospel background evidenced in his approach to singing, his tone, approach and vocal prowess are what draws the public to his attention during and post his performances. He is a Mail & Guardian Award recipient and has graced many big South African stages. At present he is easily affiliated with the great Lebo Sekgobela, Hlengiwe Mhlaba, Idols SA. He is a well packaged brand sparking interest in both young and old audiences, praised for excellence in his art and ability to draw people in. Zanoxolo King released his debut single “Oko” 28 October, the song made its debut on Oskido’s “I believe” Metro FM Saturday show, it is set to be one of the go-to Afro-soul ballads.