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"Everybody had a fantastic time and you certainly got people on the floor dancing all night, which was great! The feedback from our NZ team is that they enjoyed this year’s party more than any year before, so that was awesome to hear. I would definitely recommend HALO to friends and colleagues alike, you guys rocked!"


Jacki Hiles, Executive Assistant to the Group General Manager- S.C. Johnson & Son Pty Ltd {2011}



“I just wanted to say you a HUGE thank you to HALO for playing at our wedding, you guys were absolutely fantastic and totally made the night!!..... All our guests commented on how fantastic the band was…. From the set-up to the music itself you guys are a very slick outfit, absolutely everything you played was absolutely awesome. So, many many thanks again!”

Jamel Ayache, Compliance Manager, Australia/New Zealand, Baxter Healthcare Pty Limited {2011}



“HALO are great musicians and provide an entertaining professional service, I highly recommend them to anyone, there is no doubt that they are one of the best bands in New Zealand with a comprehensive reportoire"

Hamish Sutherland, Production Supervisor at Hafele NZ {2011}


“I have worked with HALO on more than one occasion and could not recommend them highly enough, they have a great playlist and will get any party or event up and jumping. Easily one of the best I've heard, and I will use them again when the opportunity arises.”

Teresa Sokolich, Events Manager Sky City Casino Auckland {2011}


“Just quick emails to say a HUGE THANK YOU to HALO, you guys are an incredible band. Everyone thought you were awesome and we couldn't have hoped for better entertainment!! So thanks heaps! You really made the night spectacular”.

Vicki, Angie and Will, University of Auckland, Medical School Graduation Ball Committee {2010}



“We just wanted to say a MASSIVE thank you, for yet another outstanding performance, from- Andrew, Sebastian, Ellen and all of the HALO band members. We have had many emails pouring in and they are all raving about the fabulous band we had! One friend said she felt like she was at a big rock concert gig! Also wanted to thank you for allowing our friend Nigel to indulge in his rock star moment! I had the best night so, thank you so much for a fantastic set of music!”

Duncan and Susie Olde {2010}


“Not only is HALO professional and reliable, they also rock!. The team here at TelstraClear Pacific were all impressed with the fact that there was a mixture of vocalists that could all sing, a super talented guitarist and the band was full of energy all night long. No boring bits! The performance by the band was by far the most exciting part of the evening. Each set played was filled great music that made everyone stay on the dance floor, I know I had sore feet the next day from dancing in heels all night.

We have had so much great feedback from everyone that we would definitely hire HALO again for future events. Keep it up HALO”

Bethney Rhodes, Event and Sales Coordinator TelstraClear Pacific {2009}



"Booking a band is a big decision, as a bad band can kill an evening. Thank's to a recommendation, we booked HALO and our night just went off! Totally professional in their approach, fantastic repertoire and all round great vocals meant our Annual Awards evening went off like a firecracker. Thanks to Seb, Andrew, Ellen and the rest of the guys for a fantastic evening! We will have no hesitation in booking them next time we need a band."

Adrian Turner, General Manager Harvey World Travel Franchise {2009}



"A band called HALO came on and surprised the sleep-deprived audience. Talk about tight! The slow on the uptake camera person didn’t click that the deeply talented band could have coped with close up scrutiny, particularly the riffs of the bass and lead guitarists, which were admirable. Sure they were doing covers, but the lead singer- a feisty redhead in a St Patrick’s Day green dress who undulated her hips like a Catholic boarding school lass on shore leave- never missed a top note. The band was then joined by a presenter known to me only as Julian {Drew Neemia}, who executed an extremely plausible rendition of Robbie Williams "Let Me Entertain You", hitting all the notes, while the red head wiggled sexily, backup vocalling to the side."

Review, Dominion Post, Telethon- Big Night In, TV 3 2009- Jane Bowron Columnist, TELEVIEW, Dominion Post {15th August 2009}



“HALO – THE ‘MUST HAVE’ BAND for any event!! Thanks guys for a kick-ass evening. You absolutely made our event at The Floating Pavilion. The Foster's National Conference’s- Gala Awards night was memorable for everyone, due to the amazing performance by HALO. HALO is at the top of my list for all our future events. An amazing, talented, professional band and you should be damn proud!”

Angie Fredatovich – E.A FOSTER'S NEW ZEALAND {2009}




"We were looking for a band for our annual Ball and came across HALO. The guys are very talented musicians and professional in their business dealings. Easy to deal with and very accommodating making sure the evening went well for everyone concerned. Great sound, and repertoire. They read the crowd so well the dance floor was always crowded. Thanks guys"

Paula Woodman - on behalf of the Bucklands Beach Yacht Club, House Committee {2008}



"I would like to sincerely thank you and the entire band including your vocalist Ellen for the most wonderful night of music that you performed for us last Saturday night to celebrate my 60th Birthday. I could not have wished for anything better, and the accolades are still coming to me.
It was a top act from all perspectives, and if we need a band in the future HALO will be the first one we call as it was a truly memorable night of music and dancing.
Best Wishes with your future endeavours."

Colin Gallagher {2008}



"HALO, are the most professional, rocking, and talented group of artists I’ve ever worked with!!!!
They went over and above to make sure our night was one to remember... and the set list, the hardest decision we had to make was what songs to leave out!!!
From the moment they started, the dance floor was heaving.... and after 5 encores, the party ended when they left the stage!!!!!Talk about stage presence... I love music, and these guys can play... once you've seen them take your function to the next level, you'll never use anyone else!!!!"

Dominic Bowden {2008}, Television Presenter, William Morris Agency {USA}, Karen Kay Management {NZ}



"I was also lucky enough to make my last event a very successful Aotearoa Ball. This was a fantastic night at the Hyatt on May 10th, with 450 Kiwi's and friends enjoying the best of NZ food, wine and music (the latter courtesy of NZ band Halo). "

Grant Knuckey - NZ Chamber (Singapore) President {2008}



"Time for music, and Auckland band HALO quickly had the dance floor almost overflowing. There was no doubt a few stiff legs the next day as HALO put on a great show right through the night. Many thanks to Sebastian and the band and we look forward to hopefully seeing them back next year."

Stefan Focas - NZ Chamber (Singapore) Board member {2008}.



"HALO Band, were an absolute dream to work with - absolute professionals from the minute we engaged with them. They are brilliant entertainers and delivered sensational music and vocals to the crowd. The extra detail from a series of different outfits for each set they played, to the fantastic stage comments and power house vocals from Urshula.....gave all the New Zealanders present at the Ball a real sense of home....this for me topped off the night. This type of commitment & talent makes this band one of a kind!!!"

Anna Gestro - Marketing & Communications Manager - NZ Chamber (Singapore) {2008}



“Running a function attended by 400 of New Zealand's most influential and talented people meant we needed to choose an exceptional band. HALO, as a hard working and busy band clearly already had their act well together. Dealing with them prior to the event was easy and professional. Set up and sound test was quick and completely lacked the drama and tensions that sometimes can happen. On the night HALO delivered an outstanding performance, reading the room extremely well and adjusting their set to suit. The consequence? A packed dance floor of all ages, and a crowd that would not let them finish, demanding one more, after more, after one more….. I recommend HALO without reservation”

Graham Burt- Director, Lonely Dog ltd. {2006}



“HALO are my first choice when a client requests a band, I work with some of New Zealand’s largest companies and having HALO on board gives me the confidence that everything will run smoothly. They constantly perform for me and are a pleasure to deal with; we have had loads of positive feedback from our clients regarding them. I can give HALO my full endorsement and wish them every success in the future”

Mark Cathro- Director Brand Events ltd {2006}



“I used HALO as the house band for a 10 episode TV show that was produced by Screen Time for TV3, during this time I found the members of HALO to be professional, and despite the pressure cooker atmosphere of television, they acquitted themselves well maintaining cool heads throughout, and earning the respect of the crew and management at Screen Time. I have no hesitation in recommending Halo for any future work they may wish to undertake”

Joost Langveld- Producer Big Pop Productions ltd {2005}



"Thank you HALO for your hard work on Sing like a Superstar. It has been a real pleasure working with you, and we look forward to working with you again in the near future. Thank you for the tremendous enthusiasm you have put into the show."

Ross Jennings- Chief Executive Screen Time Limited {2005}