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The Ratzingers

Wedding & Nightclub Entertainment: Soul & Jazz

About Me

The Ratzingers are a professional and soulful Dublin-based band. From the Lounge Duo, to the Jazz Trio, to the funky 4, 5 6, or even swinging 7-piece band! With an extensive repertoire of old and new songs, The Ratzingers specialise in Wedding, Corporate, and Nightclub Entertainment.

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 2/28/2006
Band Website: theratzingers.com
Band Members: Lead vocals, Piano, Drums, BassOptional line-up: Sax, trumpet and/or trombone
Influences: Rooted in classic soul, jazz and swing, but basically anything that we enjoy playing, and makes people dance!!!Classic Soul: Aretha Franklin, James Brown, Curtis Mayfield, Stevie Wonder, Maceo Parker.Contemporary: Adele, Jamiroquai, Joss Stone, Duffy, Kt Tunstall, Basement Jaxx.Jazz: Ella Fitzgerald, Nina Simone, Billie Holiday, Chick Corea, Charlie Parker.
Sounds Like: Professional Soul, Swing and Jazz for Nightclub, Pub, Wedding & Corporate Events
Type of Label: None

My Blog

Dublin City Soul Festival!

The Ratzingers are delighted to announce a special performance, as part of the 2nd annual Dublin City Soul Festival (www.dublincitysoulfestival.ie). The Festival includes live soul music throughout th...
Posted by The Ratzingers on Wed, 14 May 2008 10:18:00 PST

Recommended Gig

I'd like to recommend a Dublin gig to anybody who enjoys good soul music. Next Friday 16th May sees the fantastic "Sex Machine" in The Blue Note on Capel Street. This JAMES BROWN tribute band are a de...
Posted by The Ratzingers on Sat, 10 May 2008 07:47:00 PST