The Shades of Blue

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The Shades of Blue

Motown Group in Farmington, MI

Booking Info: Free Quote Travels 60 miles from Farmington Fee: $2,000.00-$2,500.00 Member Since 2012

Why hire The Shades of Blue?

The Shades of Blue are the greatest Motown Party Group around! They have been entertaining audiences for over 50 years! They recorded a #1 hit song back in 1966 called, "Oh How Happy"! They continue to tour all over the world today to sold out theaters and stadiums! If you're looking for the Ultimate Motown, Party and Dance experience for your event then you have found the right group! They can sing great, they can dance great and they look phenomenal!

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Great concert choice!

Fair One of the best shows all summer!

Hired by: Jean H.

: Expertise
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: Priced Fairly
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Organization: City of Monroe
Event Date: July 22nd, 2011
Event: Fair in Monroe, Michigan

All my customers request The Shades!

Dinner Dance I hire The Shades probably 4 times a year! They put on an awesome show and the people love them.

Hired by: Enis J.

: Expertise
: Communication
: Professionalism
: Priced Fairly
: Adaptability

Organization: Jim & Jacks on The River
Event Date: March 10th, 2012
Event: Dinner Dance in Cincinnati, Ohio

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Overview

About

The Shades of Blue are best known for their #1 hit, "Oh How Happy"! Members in this group were some of the very first artists ever to record for Motown Records back in 1959. These gentlemen have been touring all over the world for over 50 years! There is not another group out there that will give you the dynamic combination of singing, dancing, comedy and Motown entertainment. They can perform for any kind of event from a large stadium to a festival or theater. You are guaranteed to have an excellent event or party if you choose Motown's Shades of Blue.

Influences

The Temptations, The Drifters, The Four Tops, Jackie Wilson, Marvin Gaye, The Spaniels, The Teenagers

What to Expect

Typical Gig Duration: 45 - 120 minutes

Up to two hours of non stop Motown, Doo Wop and Rock N' Roll hits from the 50's, 60's and 70's! You will hear beautiful harmonies and powerful ballads. You will see lots of dancing, choreography and energy!

Additional Notes:
Tech requests will be emailed

Set/Song/Sequence List:
Here is a list of some of the show you will see...
Oh How Happy, Hold On I'm Coming, Get Ready, My Girl, Way You Do The Things You Do, Do You Love Me, Shout, Higher & Higher, Shake, Rattle & Roll, Love Train, Disco Inferno, Loving Feeling, Please Stay, Don't Go , Without Love, Rainy Night in Georgia, Sugar Pie Honey Bunch, It's the Same Old Song, Standing in The Shadows of Love , Baby I need Your Loving, Promise to Be Mine, Wind Beneath My Wings, Twist and Shout, Green Grass, Greetings This Is Uncle Sam, Never Let Me Go

Available for Your

Bar/Bat Mitzvah Party, Birthday Party, Casino, Christmas Party, Club/Nightclub, Concert Venue, Corporate Event, Dinner Dance, Fair, Festival, Grand Opening, Private Party, Reunion, Sporting Event, Wedding Reception

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