
REVIEWS
TESTIMONIALS
Rave'n Reviews
Kat & Sophie
Sophie’s 10th Birthday
26/4/25
PartyHibiscus Coast RSA
Hi Alan,
The party was a great success — all the girls had an amazing time. They loved the games, the music, and especially the dancing!
Your music made the day even more special, and we’re so grateful for your and your friend’s energy and enthusiasm.Here are a few comments
“Alan made Sophie’s 10th birthday so special — she had an absolute blast and loved every minute!”
“The music, the games, the magic — everything was perfect! Sophie and her friends had the best time thanks to Alan.”
“Alan helped create a party Sophie will always remember. The energy, the fun, the dancing — it was all amazing!”
“Alan brought so much energy to the event — the girls had an incredible time dancing and celebrating!”
“Brilliant DJ! The kids absolutely loved the music and the games — highly recommend!”
“Alan was amazing — he kept the party lively and made sure everyone had a wonderful time.”Thanks again, and hope to see you again soon!
Jolene Bagby
8/4/25
My family and I have attended many of Alan Reeves events, mainly the Hoedowns and 80s nights at the RSA.Words really can’t express how fabulous these events are and how much fun and joy they bring to everyone.
Alan creates a warm, friendly, inclusive and fun atmosphere, gets to know most people by name and is always keen to personalise the night to whatever requests or games people want.
The Hoedowns are a favourite with line dancers and the other nights are great for any kind of dancing. Rarely have I been to an event that is so much fun that everyone leaves with smiles on their faces and a joy in their hearts. Alan is so helpful and approachable at creating exactly the type of event you want and has a special talent for bringing everyone together, so he is a perfect choice for birthdays or social gatherings.
I 100% recommend him!
Faye, Ray, Marie and Jane
Hoedown at the Ranch
Friday 28/3/25
Warkworth RSA
Alan, also known as “Going Bananas,” is a fantastic entertainer who brings a lot of energy and joy to the events he hosts. The fact that the residents in our village (Summerset Milldale) look forward to his Coasties Quiz at the RSA in Whangaparaoa and also enjoy his visits to our Village is a testament to his ability to connect with people and create a fun atmosphere.Alan is able to get everyone involved, even the staff, and he’s particularly good with the residents. The image of everyone playing air guitar and dancing together is wonderful, and it’s clear that Alan has a special talent for bringing people together and creating memorable experiences.
Abbey Honey
Northern Health School Quiz Night
Monday 24/3/25
Waipuna Lodge
Alan thank you for hosting a Quiz night for our whole school team-building event. You achieved full crowd participation and even some dancing. I loved how our team was able to relax, laugh and have a wonderful time. . Thank you for your professional service.
Tracey King
North Harbour Softball Association Quiz Night
8/3/25
North Habour Softball Association
We chose Going Bananas Quiz Master Alan Reeves to run our Quiz night Fund Raiser. We had a huge turnout and the whole night was so much fun. the rounds of questions were well thought out and kept everyone guessing. Alan was very professional and obviously put a lot of thought into the whole night. He provided everything including the sound system, microphone , answer sheets and pens. We have no hesitation in recommending him for your next Quiz night.
Chev and Kim Pilkington
wedding
January 14th 2023
Windy Ridge Te Awamutu
On Saturday 14 January 2023 we held our wedding at Windy Ridge Te Awamutu.
We employed the services of Alan Reeves from Going Bananas as our MC and DJ.
We knew about Alan as he had D J ed my sisters wedding 6 years previously and did a brilliant job.
On the day Alan set up his sound system outside in the garden and played background music before the ceremony started.
He nailed all the songs for walking up the aisle, register and walking back up the aisle.
Alan and then set up his gear for the reception and while we were away for photographs he played background music which was very well received.
Upon returning he played the song we had for entrance to reception and then introduced all the speakers. Not only did he introduce the speakers but had a special song for each one which the audience loved.
During the dinner Alan played very nice background music.
He then set up for the wedding party and what a party it was!
All the guests loved it! We had the shoe game, we had the married couples dance, we had throwing the Boquet and we had removing the garter and even at one stage we had a country hoe down!
The party was brilliant and the dancefloor was packed. He managed to get people involved and our guests had so much fun.
Alan Reeves and Going Bananas has our highest recommendation. If you intend to have a wedding which your guests will remember then he is your man!
CAM AND COURT WATKINS
WEDDING
February 22nd 2020
MEADOWHILL WHAKATANE
We had the best day of our lives. We thought you did such an excellent job and we had so many comments from our guests confirming the same. We all particularly loved your skill at getting all the guests on the dance floor, your flexibility throughout the night and of course your great taste in music. You made the whole process so easy for us from start to finish, from the helpful list of songs you provided at the beginning, your responsiveness to our questions throughout the planning process and your presence on the day, your took our event to the next level!!
ROSALIE AND GLENN
WEDDING
September 6th 2019
BEAUFORDS, MANUREWA
Thank you Alan for being our MC and DJ at our wedding. We were absolutley delighted with Alan’s professionalism and fun. He reads the audience well and ensures all are enjoying themselves. I was impressed that Alan contacted the venue management prior to determine arrangements and that our wedding proceeded without a hitch.
ROBIN BIRCH
REVISION MID WINTER XMAS PARTY
August 2nd 2019
I thought your DJ skills were excellent- great to see you on the dance floor. It was a good idea to do the decade dance- good icebreaker.
Sam & Marika Kidd
DJ
April 18th 2019
Tihoi Kinloch
Thank you so much for being our DJ at our special day, It was such an amazing day and night, All the music you played during the ceremony was perfect and the music throughout the night suited all our guests we had so many comments about how awesome you were, and you made sure everyone was up dancing and enjoying themselves. You were very professional and we would highly recommend Going Bananas to anyone looking for a DJ for a wedding or event.
