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Overview

  • Vintage swing band
  • Repertoire of old classics plus a good smattering of more modern pop with a vintage twist
  • Perform as a 6 piece with female vocals and can reduce to a 5 piece if required
  • DJ option

The band are based in London and are happy to travel and frequently gig across the whole of the UK.


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  1. Hit The Road Jack - Ray Charles
  2. Billie Jean - Michael Jackson
  3. Get Lucky - Daft Punk ft. Pharrell Williams & Nile Rodgers
  4. Putting On The Ritz - Fred Astaire
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    About this Act

    Hot Shoes are a leading UK swing ensemble that offer a unique entertainment experience for all events including wedding receptions, parties and corporate functions.

    The in demand 6 piece perform both authentic repertoire from the 20’s-40’s and modern pop tunes in a swing style. If you’re looking for a hot, swinging, vintage party band then look no further!

    Hot Shoes was founded with dancing in mind and they find that their broad repertoire is popular with all ages and tastes. Ideal for weddings, parties and dance events - Hot Shoes is a professional, experienced and entertaining band that always goes down well!

    They are steeped in the tradition of the 1920s swing era and perform classics such as “The Charleston”and “It Don't Mean A Thing If It Ain't Got That Swing.” However, their speciality is performing modern Pop music in a vintage swing style for weddings and parties. The band’s set includes songs from artists such as; Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Pharrell Williams and Daft Punk. 

    Hot Shoes have two different female singers, both singers perform with the band full time as they perform at a number of events throughout the year. They also offer the option of adding more brass or have a slightly smaller five piece version of the band.

    Hot Shoes have a wealth of experience of performing for clients such as Porsche, GQ Magazine, Diageo and DHL as well weddings all over the UK. The band have also had the privilege to play for The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince Charles and Camilla and The Duchess of Cornwall. Furthermore, they’ve performed at Jazz clubs and festivals around the world, including London Jazz festival, Brecon Jazz festival, Langnau Jazz Nights Switzerland, The 606 Club London, Hay Festival of literature and art and countless more.


    Testimonials
     

    “The band were really helpful when we contacted them before the wedding. On the day they set up with no fuss, and let us borrow their mics for our speeches. Their 3 sets were all really good-everyone was dancing from the beginning until the end, and everyone has been commenting on what a great band they are. They were so full of energy, and even ended up wearing props from our photo booth which added to the fun- the drummer looked great in a fez!”

    Mr and Mrs Lindon

    “Thank you so so so much for performing at our wedding! Everything was smooth on the day and I didn't have to worry about anything which was reassuring. We were so impressed by everything!”

    Mr and Mrs Navarro

    "We couldn't have been more delighted with Hot Shoes performance, the dance floor was packed from the moment they started and stayed that way for the whole set!”

    "They were amazingly relaxed and flexible - exactly what you need on your wedding day when nothing seems to run quite to plan!”

    “The whole experience was great, from the ease of booking to your response to my questions, thank you!”

    "Punctual and professional, I will definitely book them again…”

    “For my 40th birthday last November, I wanted to re-create some swing style magic for myself and my friends. And with the Hot Shoes that's exactly what I got. The set list was awesome, and you can tell the band love what they do as the sound they produced was wonderful. I cant recommend them highly enough. Two long sets just wasn't enough! Thanks guys, we had an incredible evening.”

    “The Hot Shoes provided an excellent performance at our Annual Dinner in November 2015. We have a mixed group of professionals attending but the Band appealed to all there. The preparation in advance was very smooth from our perspective and having used Pete’s service before, I could depend on their reliability on the night.”

    “Can I say a massive thank you to you and the rest of the band for all your efforts on Saturday night. The music was superb and many of our guests have commented on the quality and originality of the music. It suited everyone of all ages and everyone was up dancing which was exactly what we were hoping for. The whole experience was great, from the ease of booking to your response to my questions, thank you. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend you and will certainly look to book you for any future family celebrations.”

    “The Hot Shoes played at our wedding celebration and were absolutely fantastic.  We found the hiring process with Pete very straight forward, with no hiccups at all.  The two sets they played were great with ‘I get a kick out of you’ and ‘Get Lucky’ played at our request.  The band were lovely and had everyone up and dancing; they definitely made our celebration a night to remember!”

    “Hot Shoes played at our wedding reception, we loved the performance and style. The guys really made the evening special and played our first dance music, which they learnt especially for us. All of our guests commented on how good the music was and how it created the perfect relaxed and fun atmosphere to our wedding reception. Thanks so much it was a perfect end to our wedding day.”

    Mark Baker



    Set List

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    Modern
    All About The Bass - Meghan Trainor
    Billie Jean - Michael Jackson
    Call Me Maybe - Carly Rae-Jepsen
    Crazy In Love - Beyoncé (Great Gatsby Version)
    Dancing In The Moonlight - King Harvest
    Feeling Good - Nina Simone
    Get Lucky - Daft Punk
    Good Vibrations - Beach Boys
    Happy - Pharrell Williams
    Hit The Road Jack - Ray Charles
    I Want You Back - Michael Jackson
    I'm The King Of The Swingers - Jungle Book
    I'm Yours - Jason Mraz
    Isn't She Lovely - Stevie Wonder
    Just The Two Of Us - Bill Withers
    Let’s Stay Together - Al Green
    Pencil Full Of Lead - Paolo Nutini
    Sir Duke - Stevie Wonder
    Smells Like Teen Spirit - Nirvana
    Suit And Tie - Justin Timberlake
    Thriller - Michael Jackson
    Toxic - Britney Spears
    Valerie - Zutons

    Jive/Rock And Roll
    Alright, Ok, You Win - Fitzgerald
    Blue Suede Shoes - Elvis Presley
    Hit The Road Jack - Ray Charles
    Hound Dog - Elvis Presley
    Jonny B Goode - Chuck Berry
    Rock Around The Clock - Bill Haley
    Sweet Home Chicago - Blues Brothers

    20s-40s Classics
    Ain't That A Kick In The Head - Jimmy Van Heusen
    Alexander’s Ragtime - Irving Berlin
    All Of Me - Ella Fitzgerald
    Anything Goes - Cole Porter
    At Last - Etta James
    Basin Street Blues - Louis Armstrong
    Beyond The Sea - Frank Sinatra
    Bye Bye Blackbird - Ray Henderson
    Caravan - Duke Ellington
    Cheek To Cheek - Irving Berlin
    I Get A Kick Out Of You - Cole Porter
    Is You Is Or Is You Ain’t My Baby - Louis Jordan
    It Don’t Mean A Thing If It Ain't Got That Swing - Duke Ellington
    Straighten Up And Fly Right - Nat King Cole
    The Charleston - James P Johnson
    Why Don’t You Do Right - Peggy Lee

    Christmas
    Christmas Song
    Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas
    Jingle Bell Rock
    Rudolf The Red Nosed Reindeer
    Santa Baby
    White Christmas
    Winter Wonderland

    Lineup

    • 6 piece band as standard consisting of; Vocals, Saxophone, Trumpet, Guitar, Double bass, Drums
      The band use both female singers seen in their promotional videos. Clients are able to express a preference, but due to availability they cannot guarantee the singer choice.
    • Quintet: Vocals, Saxophone, Guitar, Double bass, Drums
    • Quartet (background music only): Vocals, Saxophone, Double bass, Drums
    • Trumpet and saxophone are interchangeable, sometimes 2 saxophones are used.

    This act's standard set times are as follows:

    • Two 45 minute sets with a 20-30 minute break. Longer or shorter sets are available upon request.

    Tags

    • 6+ piece
    • brass / horns
    • dj option
    • double bass
    • female vocals
    • horn section
    • saxophone
    • trumpet



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