Miss Holiday & The Swingtones Swing, jive and jazz together with modern songs in a Swingtones twist

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Available to book from £500. For an accurate quote please make an enquiry.

About / Biography

Miss Holiday and the Swingtones are a 5 piece band with female vocals, sax, piano, double bass and drums.

Their mix of swing, jive and jazz classics combined with vintage interpretations of modern songs appeals to a wide range of audiences and age groups, The band is ideal for vintage festivals, dance events, gigs, weddings and celebrations.

We have been lucky enough to perform at some prestigious events and venues this year including the Rye International Jazz & Blues Festival. We have returned for various concerts at The Alexander Centre in Faversham and opened for Macmillan Mayhem charity event. We are due to play at The Pheasantry, Chelsea early in 2024.

All experienced and professional musicians, Miss Holiday and the Swingtones can cater for any size event, from parties through to weddings and corporate entertaining, including a DJ if required.

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Location

Based in Ashford, Kent

Will travel up to 155 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 155 miles)
Please note that the circles shown on the map are calculated "as the crow flies". By road distances may vary, so please get in touch for an accurate quote.

It Don’t Mean a Thing If It Ain’t Got That Swing - Ella Fitzgerald

My Baby Just Cares for Me - Nina Simone

Stormy Weather - Royal Crown Revue

Blue Moon - Rodgers & Hart

In The Mood - Glenn Miller

Sentimental Journey - Ruth Brown

Why Don’t You Do Right - Peggy Lee

I Just Wanna Make Love To You - Etta James

Anything Goes - Ella Fitzgerald

Mr Bojangles - Jerry Jeff Walker

Beyond The Sea - Bobby Darin

Dream A Little Dream of Me - Doris Day

On Revival Day - Lavern Baker

That Man - Caro Emerald

(I'd Like To Get You on a) Slow Boat To China - Bette Midler/Barry Manilow

It’s Only a Paper Moon - Nat King Cole

Take It Easy Greasy - Lil Johnson

Buona Sera - Louis Prima

Night Train - Jimmy Forrest

Tequila - The Champs

Jump Jive and Wail - Brian Setzer Orchestra

Hit The Road Jack - Ray Charles

Jim Dandy - Lavern Baker

It Ain’t the Meat - The Swallows

Mama, You Treat Your Daughter Mean - Ruth Brown

Stray Cat Strut - The Stray Cats

Got My Mojo Working - Muddy Waters

Three Little Chickens - The Four Tunes

Big Ten Inch Record - Bullmoose Jackson/Aerosmith

Saved - Lavern Baker

Hot Rod Special - Lee Allen

Snatch ‘n’ Grab It - Julia Lee

Good Rockin' Daddy - Etta James

Wasn’t That Good - Wynonie Harris/Brian Setzer

Bim Bam - Sam Butera

Lovin' Machine - Wynonie Harris

Tainted Love - Soft Cell

Crazy - Gnarls Barkley

Creep - Radiohead

Perfect - Fairground Attraction

Lovefool - The Cardigans

All About That Bass - Meghan Trainor

Should I Stay or Should I Go - The Clash

Pencil Full of Lead - Paoli Nutini

Babylon/Kingston Town - Lord Creator

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

We are a 5 piece band so need a medium size stage but can compact depending on venue size. We require 3 power sockets and 3 parking spaces.


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

Yes - we have full PA and digital mixer as well as a simple lighting rig.


What information do you require about a venue?

Parking, access and unloading information/directions please . Also what time we can access the venue and is there a room for changing etc - Also need to know if a sound limiter at venue,


Can you provide a Spotify/DJ service before and between your sets?

Yes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best gig you've ever done and the best venue you've ever played at?

We were lucky enough to play at the Rye International Jazz and Blues Festival in 2023 and honoured to be playing alongside such artists as Ruby Turner, Laura Mvala, and The Brand New Heavies.


Which artists have you been most influenced by, who is your favourite artist and what is the greatest song of all time?

We are influenced by artists such as Nina Simone, Ruth Brown, Lavern Baker and Post Modern Jukebox to name a few.


What's your previous experience and how did you start gigging?

We are all experienced musicians with years of gigging behind us and our lead vocalist, Miss Holiday Swing is well recognised on the vintage scene nationally.


What's your favourite type of event to play at?

We love to play at all events whether a small village fete, charity event, large festival or wedding/party. Our set appeals to all ages and we guarantee to get everybody up and dancing.

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

We normally arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before the performance to set up. We normally perform 2 x 45 minutes or 2 x 60 minute sets. We’re happy to play a bit longer or shorter but we’ve found that these set times suit us and our audiences best.


Are you happy to perform outside?

Yes


Do the clients have a say in what you play or is it a set repertoire list only?

We are happy to play a first dance at your wedding and to consider any other special requests from the clients.


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

Previous clients have always complimented us and we are regularly asked back to most venues that we have played.

Recent Clients

Miss Holiday & The Swingtones has performed for these clients:

The Alexander Centre, Faversham

Rye International Jazz & Blues Festival 2023

The City Wall, Rochester

The Old Dairy Tap Room, Tenterden

The Oval, Margate

Whitstable Yacht Club - The Commodores Ball

The Grey Lady, Tunbridge Wells

Pizza Express Live

Venues

Miss Holiday & The Swingtones has performed at these venues:

The Alexander Centre, Faversham

Rye International Jazz & Blues Festival 2023

The City Wall, Rochester

The Old Dairy Tap Room, Tenterden

The Oval, Margate

Whitstable Yacht Club - The Commodores Ball

The Grey Lady, Tunbridge Wells

The Pheasantry, Chelsea

Underbelly Boulevard, Soho

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