| Bands
We represent bands that faithfully reproduce the feel
of the jazz, swing and rock’n’roll eras.
These bands make regular appearances at the ‘Wintersun’
rock’n’roll festival on the Gold Coast and
‘Greasefest’ rockabilly festival in Brisbane
as well as Australian and international tours.
Our bands also appear regularly at corporate and private
functions.
The following bands come under these traditional vintage
styles however please contact us with your theme as
many other genres of bands are available upon request
including latin, salsa and funk.
Flaming Stars
The Flaming Stars cover all aspects of 50's music and
the fun side of the 60's, playing classic (and some
lesser known but no less groovy) Rock 'n' Roll, Swing,
Rhythm and Blues, DooWop, Bossa Nova, Pop and Jazz.
They feature electric guitar, keyboards, double bass
and drums and all 4 members sing which adds to the variety
and eclecticism of their repertoire, enabling them to
cover such artists as the Beach Boys, The Young Rascals
and Roy Orbison, not often attempted by other acts due
to the challenging vocal arrangements.
Torchy And The Chandeliers
Chanteuse Pia Andersen's dulcet tones will tease and
captivate you with haunting sensuality. Backed by her
‘swingin’ band their classy sounds and extensive
repertoire guarantee to create the perfect mood for
any occasion. Blues, swing and jazz for around midnight,
nostalgic glamour suave and torching.
Wes Pudsey And The Sonic Aces
Renowned from Stockholm to Los Angeles as Australia's
wildest and most gifted exponents of authentic Rockabilly,
Wes Pudsey and the Sonic Aces have, over the course
of seven years and more than four hundred live performances,
earned themselves a reputation for crafting some of
the most memorable anthems to emerge from their native
country's independent music scene.
Chucks Wagon
Chucks Wagon is an Alternative Country Band from the
Sydney, Australia. Inspired by the likes of traditional
country artists such as the late great Johnny Cash,
as well as alternative country rock bands such Wilco.
Keeping with tradition, the songs cover heartbreak,
sin and redemption and the hope that only country can
conjure up. Chuck has been holding the audience at ransom
for 15 years now, releasing independent CDs with roots
rock bands Warning, Godmen, Uncle Sexy and recently
guitar slung with Deadwood 76.
Ray Beadle And The Vipers
A culmination of five of Sydney's finest musicians (Ray
on guitar/vocals with double bass, keyboards, saxophone
and drums). Their unique style is an incredible mix
of Swing, R&B, Blues, Jazz and Jump-Blues. They
feature many originals as well as well known songs like
"Jumping at the Woodside", "Zoot Suit
Riot", "Little Joe", "Should've
been me", "Route 66" along with originals
which were written by Ray on his last USA tour. The
good time feel of the band is instantly infectious in
any crowd situation and with Sydney's huge dance scene.
They have headlined many festivals throughout Australia,
and played at a host of corporate gigs, weddings and
major public events. For even more foot stomping attraction,
Ray can arrange a horn section to accompany the band.
The Rhino Factory
The Rhino Factory offers unique entertainment derived
from the band member's fresh talent and obvious enthusiasm
for their music. The atmosphere this group of musicians
creates is unparalleled in its magnetism; the air's
electric and the crowd are sure to be swinging.
Satelitte V
Satellite V is a five-piece band that plays Rockabilly,
Hillbilly and Jump Blues. They have been playing their
special brand of Rockabilly for ten years combining
their original music with the authentic sounds of the
50s to create a unique hybrid of Rock n’ Roll.
If you like the infectious rhythms of classic rockin’
Hillbilly and cool Rockabilly by the likes of Johnny
Cash, Hank Williams, Johnny Burnette or Roy Hall, then
Satellite V will satisfy your need for dancing and rock
n’ rhythms. Satellite V have played at many great
Australian festivals including Greazefest, the Narooma
Blues and Rockabilly festival, and Wintersun, while
Tim (lead singer) has featured at The Summer Jamboree
in Senigallia, Italy. The boys have released 3 CD’s,
‘Hail Bop’, ‘Satellite Boogie’,
and ‘Hillbilly Safari’.
The Bone Daddies
The Bone Daddies was formed by the members of Zombie
Ghost Train in 2002 as a platform to play the music
that inspired them – ROCKABILLY in its truest
form – Rough, Raw and full of 50’s energy.
They crank out their favourite rockabilly tunes in a
non-stop, action packed, barn-shakin‚, bull by
the horns, bop fest. Performing songs from all the rockabilly
greats: Eddie Cochran, Gene Vincent, Charlie Feathers,
Johnny Burnette, Glen Glenn and more.
Dan Barnett Big Band
Dan Barnett is acknowledged as one of Australia’s
most accomplished and professional performers. His powerful
voice and swinging trombone form the backbone of the
Dan Barnett Big Band.
Held in high regard by his peers, Dan has assembled
a collection of the very best musicians in the country.
Equally comfortable at formal and informal occasions,
the Dan Barnett Big Band will add style and flair to
any function. Importantly, Dan‚s charismatic presence
will leave a lasting, positive impression on your valued
guests.
Featuring original musical arrangements, the Dan Barnett
Big Band delivers classic swing in the unique Dan Barnett
style (with a voice that has been compared to Frank
Sinatra and Harry Connick Jr).
If you are looking at making your event a truly unique
occasion let this talented,
well-dressed, professional group ensure that your function
is a huge success.
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