They
were the definition of cool during their Fifties and Sixties
Vegas hey day - Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jnr.
Combining
the full sound of big band swing with charisma, panache and
swagger, the trio - collectively known as the Rat Pack - had
attitude to spare. The rebel rousing legend that is Frank, Dean
and Sammy remains unmatched to this day.
This
unique chapter of musical history is superbly recreated by the
original Rat Pack Live tribute show.
Frank
Sinatra is played by David Alacey - "Britain's answer to
Harry Connick Jnr" according to Michael Barrymore. The
Times describes him as "a stylish crooner", the Stage
"ultra hip. . . wraps the evening in elegant chic"
and Las Vegas legend Buddy Greco was moved to say "this
guy really is Sinatra".
The
UK's number one tribute to Dean Martin, Harry Crawley, lives
the dream - having played the famous Caesar's Palace Ballroom
in Las Vegas with a full big band.
The
similarity of Rahul d'Mello to Sammy Davis Jnr isn't confined
to stunningly lifelike vocals. Sammy had a South American mother,
Rahul has a South American father. Also, just like Sammy, Rahul
is as adept on the drums as he is on vocals.
Fascination
in the musical phenomenon created by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin
and Sammy Davis has created a massive revival of interest in
the Rat Pack in 2004.
The
Rat Pack Live is the UK's longest-running tribute to Frank,
Dean and Sammy and is backed by a fully live band. Prepare to
experience the definition of cool...