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Star, The Blues & RoyalsPublished on 17th December, 2007

A star studded evening took place at The Royal Lancaster Hotel in London on Saturday 15 December, in aid of Great Ormond Street Hospital. Central to the entertainment on the night were the Star party band, playing their great mix of dance and party music and The Band of The ... Read more...

The Mix - the best ever say EugenaPublished on 12th December, 2007

The Mix performed at a Christmas party for Eugena in The Churchill Intercontinental Hotel, Portman Square on 8 December 07 - another great night of entertainment was provided by the band. Lisa Nichols, the event organiser from Eugena, very kindly wrote as follows: "This was ... Read more...

Star swing in to ChristmasPublished on 6th December, 2007

Star, one of the UK's most popular party bands, have swung into action for a busy festive season. Parties at the London Marriott Hotel and The Grove, in Hertfordshire have been followed by events at The Birmingham Metropole Hotel and The Hurlingham Club in West London - in the weeks ... Read more...

Star have a party in DubaiPublished on 29th November, 2007

International party band, Star recently flew out to Dubai to perform at The Jumeirah Beach Hotel for a 40th birthday party for Billy Cowe - the party was a great success and the band went down a storm Star is one ... Read more...

The Mix - another great partyPublished on 29th November, 2007

The Mix recently performed at The Ryde Theatre on the Isle of Wight at a charity ball organised by Home Estate Agents. Three Children's charities benefitted from the guests' generosity and a great party was enjoyed by all who attended. Our photograph shows a packed dancefloor, which is how The Mix ... Read more...

Party Band for Christmas?Published on 23rd November, 2007

If you need a  party band for a last minute Christmas party, contact The CBS Group on 0500 549452  - we still have bands available for some prime December dates - call now, or fill in the enquiry form by clicking the tab at the top of the page ... Read more...

The Elizabeth Foundation AppealPublished on 22nd November, 2007

The CBS Group is proud of its long association with this superb charity and the amazing work it does for young deaf children. We are asking all visitors to our site to support their new appeal, which aims to raise £2million to build a new department to increase the support ... Read more...

Hot Stuff - fantastic!Published on 21st November, 2007

Hot Stuff performed performed at the wedding party of Lizzie Mayhew at Wentworth Golf Club on 27 October 2007. Lizzie and her guests were delighted with the band's performance, giving them 10 out of 10 for every aspect the show - she very kindly wrote as follows: "Jon and the ... Read more...

The Mix - last minute availabilityPublished on 20th November, 2007

The Mix are unexpectedly available for 1 December 2007 - if you need a brilliant party band for an event, please contact The CBS Group now on 0500 549452 or use the enquiry form by clicking the tab at the top of the page ... Read more...

Souled Out - late availability December 07Published on 20th November, 2007

Souled Out, managed by The CBS Group 0500 549452, have become available for a couple of prime dates in December and will be pleased to look at offers for Sunday 16 December and Thursday 20 December. If you need a band for either of these dates, please contact The CBS ... Read more...

star band newsPublished on 19th November, 2007

News from Star party band managed b The CBS Group 0500 549452 Star are taking their great party music to Dubai where they will be performing on 22 November - watch this space for further details Star, pictured here at ... Read more...

China Grove NewsPublished on 18th November, 2007

China Grove managed by The CBS Group 0500 54945 - great party band who have had a great 2007 and are looking forward to 2008 with great excitement - contact The CBS Group now to find out what China Grove can do for you   China Grove on ... Read more...

All That’s Jazz in the boatyardPublished on 16th November, 2007

Stacey Dawson and the All That's Jazz quartet performed recently at an open day for Northshore Yachts in Chichester. Having been spotted playing at the Southampton Boatshow in September, the guys were asked to play at the Northshore open day on 3 November 07 and proved such a hit with ... Read more...

and Star have a party at The HiltonPublished on 14th November, 2007

While China Grove and Jools Holland entertained at The Grosvenor House, just a few yards down Park Lane, Star were proving to be the popular party band for which they are renowned, by entertaining at an event for Taylor Woodrow construction. Our picture shows the full 12 piece Star Party ... Read more...

And China Grove follow that!Published on 12th November, 2007

At the EEIBA Powerball, at Grosvenor house on 9 November, China Grove had the unenviable task of following Jools Holland & His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra on stage. However, it proved to be no problem for this superb show band who had the dance floor full right through to the ... Read more...

Jools Holland wows The EEIBA PowerballPublished on 12th November, 2007

The CBS Group was proud to be asked to provide the entertainment for the EEIBA Powerball at Grosvenor House on 9 November 07 - the event proved to be a huge success, thanks in no small part to the show performed by Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra. ... Read more...

Kelly Dickson - another great performancePublished on 30th October, 2007

"Kelly Dickson performed with her quintet at The Four Seasons Hotel in Hook on 1 October 2007. Working alongside P&MM, the event management company, Kelly delighted the guests of their international corporate client with her superb range of music. We are most grateful to ... Read more...

A happy occasion at Goodwood HousePublished on 24th October, 2007

Simon Douglas very kindly wrote to thank The CBS Group for providing the entertainment on the occasion of his marriage to Sarah on 20 October at Goodwood House - his letter reads as follows: "Both Sarah and I were delighted with what you provided. The Brook ... Read more...

More praise for StarPublished on 22nd October, 2007

After their honeymoon, Gabs & Rob very kindly wrote to us regarding Star's performance at their wedding in August - as follows: Dear Nigel and all of Star, Thankyou so much for your amazing music at our wedding at Oulton Hall, you were absolutely incredible! perfect, perfect music, so ... Read more...

A great party with The GrahamophonesPublished on 20th September, 2007

Graham Dalby and The Grahamophones took the long road to Richmond in North Yorkshire to perform at the wedding of Emma Parker on 30 June 07.  After her honeymoon and settling into married life, Emma kindly wrote to us as follows: "Thankyou for trekking all the way to North Yorkshire through ... Read more...

Barking MadPublished on 17th September, 2007

In the 'You couldn't make it up department'  - Kelli's cousin Matt married Kate at Blendworth Church (just next to The CBS Group offices) on Sat 18th August at 2pm. Kelli's husband Lee was Best Man while Matt's pet dog Colonel was a "page boy" for the event, wearing ... Read more...

Another great performance from The MixPublished on 14th September, 2007

The Mix performed at the wedding party of Kate Simms on The Isle of Wight on 7 September 07 - Kate had a great day and wrote to us to say how much everyone had enjoyed the party - "Just a quick note to say a huge thank ... Read more...

The TwangPublished on 13th September, 2007

Working in association with Captiva, the event management company, we were pleased to arrange a booking for The Twang who performed at an event for Gamestation, the high street computer games retailer, at Stoneleigh Park in Warwickshire on 12 Sept 07. A great deal of time and effort was involved ... Read more...

Nice words for Star and The CBS GroupPublished on 13th September, 2007

Star performed at a wedding party for Mrs Sharon Roberts and her family at Plaisterer's Hall on 2 Sept 07. Once again, the event was a resounding success and Mrs Roberts very kindly wrote as follows: "10 out of 10 for everything. Star were excellent and you are a ... Read more...

Words of praise for Hot StuffPublished on 12th September, 2007

Hot Stuff performed at the wedding party of Lee Halford and Marc Dunn at St Johns Wood Synagogue on 2 September 07. Another very successful party which was thoroughly enjoyed by all the guests, Lee and Marc wrote as follows: "11 out of 10 for everything - their outfits even ... Read more...

LA Tour on form at Grosvenor HousePublished on 10th September, 2007

LA Tour and DJ Mike Jay performed in The Ballroom at Grosvenor House Hotel for the wedding of Siobhan Kelly and Ben, who were delighted with the evening and wrote an email to us as follows: Hi everyone   ... Read more...

Another great event for KleenezePublished on 4th September, 2007

The CBS Group were once again pleased to provide entertainment for a gala event organised by Kleeneze at ICC Birmingham on 1 September 07.  Some 1200 people attended the event and the theme was Casino Royale - the entertainment complemented the theme and included 10 casino tables (Black Jack, Roulette, Craps, Poker and Wheel of Fortune), ... Read more...

Star - latest comments from a very happy clientPublished on 28th August, 2007

Star performed at the party for the Mack family at Oulton Hall near Leeds to celebrate the marriage of Gabs and Rob on 19 August 07. The guests thoroughly enjoyed the evening and Eddie Mack wrote to us as follows: "All was excellent and professional - everyone was delighted and danced all night ... Read more...

Another great party and some nice commentsPublished on 20th August, 2007

Mrs Tracey Hodgkin threw a party at her home near Chichester on 11 August and asked The CBS Group to provide her entertainment, which we were very happy to do.  She wrote as follows about the various artistes who entertained her guests: LA Tour - party ... Read more...

Welcome back KelliPublished on 20th August, 2007

We are pleased to welcome back Kelli, who has returned from maternity leave - Jamie Alan was born on 26 February and is growing very nicely, so he has now given permission for his mum to return to The Old School House, thankyou Jamie. Kelli will be with us on ... Read more...

PriceWaterhouseCoopers event at East WintergardenPublished on 17th August, 2007

The CBS Group was delighted to be asked to provide the entertainment for a spectacular event for PriceWaterhouseCoopers at East Wintergarden in Canary Wharf on 16 August. A great evening was had by all, from the moment they arrived and were amused, if not amazed by the juggling dexterity of Slap ... Read more...

Ella is a StarPublished on 15th August, 2007

"Better late than never" wrote Roger and Sandra Ollif after Star's performance at their daughter Tracey's wedding in June. "Thank you seems totally inadequate to express our true feelings" they continued. "Your professional musical talent was so enjoyed and created such a wonderful atmosphere in the marquee....The evening ... Read more...

It’s not just the bands…Published on 15th August, 2007

Another event connected with Cowes weeks was organised by a company called Parallel Blue who booked magician Steve Charrett to entertain their guests on a boat in the Solent on 5 August. They wrote to tell us what a great event they had enjoyed and said "Steve was fantastic, the ... Read more...

Thank You Souled OutPublished on 14th August, 2007

Once again, another great response from one of our clients, this time about Souled Out's performance at their wedding party on 21 July 07. Kim Wrapson writes as follows: "Souled Out were absolutely fantastic, we couldn't have asked for a better band, they ... Read more...

Stars of Cowes WeekPublished on 10th August, 2007

Star - one of The CBS Group's managed bands - featured at two major events during Cowes week. On 7 August they performed for The Royal Corinthian Yacht Club ball, which was a great success, then followed this with another acclaimed performance at Cowes Yacht Haven the next evening. This followed on ... Read more...

Some kind words from recent clientsPublished on 6th August, 2007

China Grove performed at RNAS Culdrose on 27 July and we received these comments from Justin Wood - "Fantastic night due (almost) completely to China Grove.  You were spot on and it was just a shame it all had to come to an end!  ... Read more...

Souled Out - RNIB Charity PicnicPublished on 26th July, 2007

On 25 July 07, Souled Out, Slap & Tickle and Jane Ballamy entertained families at a RNIB charity picnic event in Redhill, Surrey.  The client sent this email - Hi John, Thank YOU and your band for being ... Read more...

New Web Site for The CBS GroupPublished on 24th July, 2007

After weeks of hard work, we are proud that our new web site is now online. Although more information will be added very soon, the site gives an overview of The CBS Group and our services. With the help of our friends at the 383 Project, we will be making ... Read more...