Associated Jazz Trio | Enjoy the jazz standards and the background music by some of the finest musicians in the country. Whether enjoying the traditional ambience of the piano, bass, drums jazz trio, or the smooth sounds of keyboard, drums and sax, or guitar. The Associated Jazz Trio can cater your needs. From Dixie to standards, from background to swing, the Associated Jazz Trio is perfect for network receptions. Adding instrumental flare to an event; the trio is expandable to add vocals to other instrumentalists as needed. | | | Green Dolphin Street | Sunny
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Buzzcats | Enjoy the nostalgia with the Swingingist band around – Let the Goodtimes Roll with the BUZZCATZ. Known to some as Felix & the Buzzcatz or Swingtown 8 - the band will play favories of Frank Sinatra, Louis Prima, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Big Joe Turner, Louis Jordan, Brian Setzer Orchestra – even Elvis. Frontman Ricky Sylvia, described as the comic warmth of Jackie Gleason blended with the jauntiness of Louis Prima – this jazzy ensemble plays a blend of jazz-infested rhythms, wailing brass, and bluesy vocals, served with an intoxicating dash of rock & roll attitude. With Jumpin’ Horns, a Jivin’ rhythm section, and wailing vocals – theBUZZCATZ will turn any party into a Zoot Suit Riot! | | | Video | | | | Click here to see the Buzzcats Video | | | | | | | | | |
Cosmic Persuasion | A newer age of music, with a blend of contemporary instrumental songs and synthesized sound effects, this futuristic sound is brought to you via state-of-the-art digital electronic instruments (drums, keyboard, bass, EVI/wind synthesizer). Cosmic Persuasion performs music by contemporary jazz artists such as David Benoit, The Rippingtons, Yanni, and John Tesh. The group’s costumes suggest space travelers on a cosmic musical tour. They also appear in “hip” coats and ties. | | | Song 1 | Song 2
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Goodtyme Jazz Band | America’s tradition – GOODTIME JAZZ MUSIC
Available in all sizes & styles to accommodate varied musical tastes
Enjoy the hot sounds of New Orleans – Our “HOT” Goodtyme Jazz Band kicks the music (from 5pc to full 12 piece Jazz Big Band) and sets the mood. Add to the SHOW the excitement of our own SATCHMO/BILL WHITE and our own RED HOT MAMA RUTH CREWS as the show creates memories of the Roaring Twenties & New Orleans when the times were HOT and the music was HOTTER. The complete evening includes Mardis Gras/New Orleans décor, Can Can Girls, and often times a “SPEAK-EASY” gambling casino. | | | Video | | | | Click here to see the Goodtyme Jazz Band Video | | | | | | | | | |
Johnny Cool & The Mobster Swing Band | In the style of Royale Crown Revue, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, and the Brian Setzer Orchestra, JOHNNY COOL & THE MOBSTER SWING BAND makes swing music “jump” with an aggressive horn section, rich and rhythmic vocals and impeccable showmanship.
This powerful nine-piece group combines a wide range of musical styles, from Classic Swing and “Jumpin’ Jive” to the sultry sounds of Latin Swing and “90’s” Jump-Swing. If “Swingin” is your thing, you’ll be partying all night long.
JOHNNY COOL & THE MOBSTER SWING BAND has performed all over the U.S. and overseas in Japan, the Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico and have been seen at world famous tourist attractions such as Walt Disney World and Universal Studios/Florida. | | | Video | | | | Click here to see the Johnny Cool & the Mobster Swing Band Video | | | | | | | | | |
Michael Andrew & Swingerhead | Michael Andrew has always loved sophisticated swing music. His favorite performers were Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin, and other popular song stylists from generations before his time. With a goal of providing timeless music in the style of the big bands of the forties, Michael Andrew leads his trio, Swingerhead (his 8-piece combo), the Michael Andrews Big Band (10pc) and the Michael Andrew Orchestra (20pc).
Appearances include Carnival Cruise Line, Holland America, Crystal Cruise and American-Hawaii Cruises. He has headlines at Merv Griffin’s Resorts Casino Hotel (Atlantic City), Rainbow Room (NYC), Tavern on the Green, the Plaza Hotel, Lincoln Center, the Beverly Hilton, Disney’s Epcot, and Atlantic Dance Hall, and numerous corporate events from coast to coast.
In the era of rap singers and alternative music, Michael emerges as the “Keeper of the flame”...good songs with good lyrics in very capable hands. | | | Video | | | | Click here to see the Michael Andrew & Swingerhead Video | | | | | | | | | |
Mickey Finn Show | The Mickey Finn Show is a virtuoso concert of comedy and music. Spike Jones himself would join in the standing ovations!! Fred “Mickey” Finn is one of those rare talents who is successful in many endeavors of “Show-Biz”. This rip-roarin’ old thyme piano/banjo, comedy production is LOADED with America’s finest talent and has been presented in main showrooms from Las Vegas to Atlantic City. Appearances also include theme parks, cruise ships, concert halls, national conventions, and MAJOR special events from Saudi Arabia to “The White House”...yes performances for both Presidents Nixon and Reagan! The Las Vegas gig was one of the longest running shows in the history of showroom entertainment...a 420 week run! And...for your information, Mr. Fred “Mickey” Finn owned a fabulous “Speakeasy” night spot in San Diego called Mickey Finn’s for 14 years...not to mention “Mickey’s” major ABC television network show!
This is a laughin’, scratchin’, footstompin’, hand clappin’, hilarious comedy Dixieland “Meller Drama” in classic Mickey Finn style! | | | Video | | | | Click here to see the Mickey Finn Show Video | | | | | | | | | |
Zazu | A spirited four-piece jazz ensemble consisting of piano, upright bass, horn, and drums, Zazu always sets the perfect mood. They can create a backdrop for your most extravagant event or perform center stage in a festive concert setting.
Their music pays tribute to the legendary songwriters throughout the history of jazz: Antonio Carlos Jobim, Sonny Rollins, George Gershwin, Miles Davis, Charlie Parker, and many more.
Zazu is completely self-contained, providing its own P.A. system, CD break music, and ambient stage lighting. The group performs in coats and ties, tuxedos, or Caribbean poolside attire | | | A Child is Born | One Note Samba
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