Max Restaino
Official Bio
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Max Restaino is a British-born singer, songwriter, producer, and multi instrumentalist, blending jazz and pop with energy and flair. He is particularly known for his soulful voice, versatile instrumentation, and dynamic live performances.
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Musical Style & Skills
He merges retro jazz grooves with modern pop sensibilities, crafting heartfelt and catchy songs. He plays saxophone, piano, guitar, harmonica, accordion, and more. -
Career Highlights & Collaborations
Max has toured extensively, both solo and as a session musician for renowned artists such as Donny Osmond, Tears for Fears, UB40, Steps, Peter Andre, Rebecca Ferguson, Gary Barlow and Gregory Porter. -
Awards & Recognition
He earned a PRS Songwriting Award on the Sky TV show Tin Pan Alley and was nominated for a TMA Award for his role in Assassins at Sheffield’s Crucible Theatre. -
Discography & Releases
His debut self-produced album, The Time It Takes, received BBC and ITV radio play and press praise. Later releases include album, Another Rainy Night In Paris and singles like “Before I Lose Faith in You” and “Here for Christmas”. Plans for a new musical, Bye-Bye Boobz, slated for stage and screen is set for release, 2026. -
Online & Social Presence
Max has strong visibility on Instagram, with his official account (@max_restaino) being recognised as authentic and named one of FeedSpot’s Top 20 UK Jazz Influencers of 2025, highlighting his rising influence and unique jazz-pop sound.
Whether performing on national TV, playing sold-out shows, or composing behind the scenes, Max Restaino remains a true artist with passion, polish, and an unmistakable voice of his own.
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Max is currently preparing to release a brand new musical, Bye-Bye Boobz, on stage and screen in 2026. Lean More
Testimonials
‘H’ Steps ...
“We are delighted to have Max open for us – he is a star in the making. We loved his energy as a performer and his new single demonstrates he can back that up with the songs too. Make sure you get to the venue early!”
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Phil Springer (Santa Baby Composer) ...
Max is a highly talented musician and performer and such fun to collaborate with. I value my work with Max very much and I’m still very impressed with what he did with a simple melody of mine – he created a wonderful record of our Christmas song “Here for Christmas”. My only regret is that we live so far apart we don’t get to work together in person.
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Eliot Kennedy …
I have had the privilege of calling Max a friend since he was 11 years old. He always amazed me with his talent as a multi-instrumentalist musician, but he has now developed into a great songwriter and artist. It is a joy to see him perform live.
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Mike Read…
Max Restaino? The words that spring to mind are, passion, commitment. drive, perfectionist, grafter, performer, multi-instrumentalist, great singer, gifted songwriter.
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Liz Hobbs Group:
Max Restaino, “was ebullient, open, fun and so upbeat that his performance got the whole crowd going. Great songs, the sax was another asset and just so dedicated and focussed. He was great!”
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Sony Music Latin -
New York – USA
Wonderful vocals here, watch out Michael Bublé.
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