Live Swing/ Rat Pack/ Big Band Acts
Below are some of our amazing Swing, Rat Pack & Big Band Acts, to be included in this section they will have aspects of their style of music which come under the category of Swing Bands, Rat Pack & Big Band Music. PLEASE CLICK THE NAME OR LOGO and find out more. |
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THE PAUL BENTLEY 5IVE
The Paul Bentley 5ive are reminiscent of an era in jazz and swing when what you play is what you get. A Great band fronted by an amazing singer, who really has to be heard to be believed.
One of the most highly professional outfits on the corporate scene, adding that touch of class to any event or venue.
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It Had To Be You |
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Night & Day |
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HUGHES & JONES
A fantastic and entertaining vocalist and pianist duo. Roger Hughes has been performing for the past ten years playing piano and working around the UK and is recognised as one of the most respected musicians in the north west. Accompanied by Gavin's powerful vocals, this experienced duo have played for celebrities such as Bolton Wanderers, Alan Hansen, Shay Given, Wayne Rooney and Kenny Dalglish.
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I Feel Fine |
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Mr Bojangles |
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MUJO BIG BAND
MUJO are an exciting funk and swing big band based in Manchester and the North west. Their members are comprised from the pool of young emerging talent at the Manchester Universities and Royal Northern College of Music under and post graduates.
The power of their sound is incredible and truly a sight to behold. They regularly include established guest vocalists to perform the more popular Rat Pack, Jazz and swing peices, however as you see from their sample set list, they are far from being a one trick pony.
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Rocky Theme |
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CRISPY DUK
Welcome to the world of "Crispy Duk" : an organic free range trio, incubated at Dimitris Cafe Bar in Manchester and hatched in Valencia, Spain where the band its first gigs in June 2004.
The band features the nine-year partnership of rhythm section duo Jeremy Sassoon (Keyboards) and Dave Walsh (Drums) together with mesmeric vocals of Jazz/ Gospel singer Paul Bentley.
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Summertime |
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Under My Skin |
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RUSSELL SHAUN
If you are looking for a Rat Pack artist for your event or wedding, look no further than this page. Russell is a fabulous singer, and has that impeccable Rat Pack/ Swing timing which many try to imitate, namely Robbie Williams and Westlife,, but don't pull off - trust me, its something you are born with, and Russell has it in abundance. His smooth silky sound oozes with class and he also has the in between song patter, to keep the audience entertained. |
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Ain't That a Kick |
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Come Fly |
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GARY LATHAM AND THE TOM KINCAID TRIO
The Tom Kincaid Trio and Gary Latham performing the timeless songs of Cole Porter, Johnny Mercer, Duke Ellington, George Gershwin, Irving Berlin and many other great songwriters, in a fresh new style, whilst still remaining faithfull interpretations of these classic Jazz and Swing standards. |
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Had to be You |
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Mack the Knife |
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THE CROONER
The Crooner sings those timeless songs made famous by some of the great artists of the cool era of swing including, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bobby Darin, Nat King Cole, and Elvis Presley. |
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Leroy Brown |
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Volare |
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BILLY STRAND
A classic and versitile voice, and a fabulous entertainer. Billy can carry off any style of music from Swing and Rat Pack, through to motown and soul classics and the songs of today. Click for more information |
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Beyond The Sea |
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Mack The Knife |
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DOMINIC HALPIN & THE HONEY B's
Dominic, Nigel and the Honey B's deliver a first class show every time, with tunes from Sinatra to Louis Prima, Ella Fitzgerald to Elvis - great tunes, great interpretations, a truly great act that is sure to wow anyone lucky enough to catch a live performance.
...Waiter make mine a double...Shaken AND Stirred! |
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Beyond The Sea |
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Swingers |
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GARY GRACE
GARY GRACE is widely recognised as one of the UK's classiest vocalists, regularly appearing in theatre and cabaret throughout Gt Britain and abroad and is also available for weddings and functions.
A classic singer in the Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett mould, GARY can perform as a solo artist, with a trio, or a quartet to bring a touch of class to your function to make it an occasion to remember. |
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Ain't that a kick |
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Watch the girls |
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DAVID HOLLINGTON
From boy to man, from his home town to the big city lights of Ronnie Scotts
and the Marquee club in London. With experience comes refinement, a solo
artist who has earned his accolades on the musical treadmill "the club scene". |
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SUZANNE MOTT QUARTET
The Suzanne Mott Quartet plays a wide repertoire of jazz classics which provide a pleasant backdrop or a vibrant centrepiece to an evenings entertainment. The music ranges from swing, through to ballads and Latin sounds which are carefully chosen to compliment the event and create the right atmosphere. |
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Fly Me to .. Moon |
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Fever |
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ALAN BECKS presents THE LEGENDS OF SWING
This wonderful nostalgic show performed by Alan Becks provides a fantastic all star line up.
Paying tribute to the LEGENDS OF SWING
Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Junior, Bobby Darin, Nat King, Cole, Tony Bennett, Andy Williams, Perry Como, |
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Ain't That a Kick |
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It Had to Be You |
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PAUL STONE
Paul Stone is one of the top session singers performing in North and the UK. His background has seen his silky vocals develop over many years performing in jazz clubs and as one half of popular duo Stone & King, and he is now taking to the road performing his own blend of swing style and performance, covering songs from Sinatra to Buble . |
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Fly Me To Moon |
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Misty |
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