A commotion is exactly what this band will cause! With a blend of jazz, jive, swing, and an original twist on pop, Hullabaloo are an ideal band for any occasion.
Made up of double bass, saxophone, guitar, drums and specialising in vocal harmonies, their versatility allows them to adapt a vast array of songs to venues of any size. From family parties to summer festivals and weddings to wild corporate functions, Hullabaloo are sure to get the crowd going. Hullabaloo work as a four piece band and as a trio using Double Bass, Guitar and Drums.
So who are the band members that whip up a storm? They are four professional musicians who originate from South-east England:
Jarrod Coombes on double bass and lead vocals counts Nat King Cole, Bobby Darin and Ella Fitzgerald as his vocal heroes. Both Jarrod and guitarist Jim Knowler have been heavily influenced by Belgian gypsy jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt. As well as singing backing vocals, Jim also arranges the vocal harmonies and takes his inspiration from the Everly Brothers. Drums are played by Shaun O'Keeffe whose roots are in Rockabilly but whose talents now span to jazz and swing. Shaun also adds to the bands superb four part harmonies. Saxophonist Ivan Thompson, whose idols include Zoot Sims, Junior Walker, and King Curtis. Together these four individuals come to produce a distinctive sound, that once heard is rarely forgotten.