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Jazz, Swing and Blues Bands
Whether you're looking for a traditional big band orchestra
of the 30's and 40's, the energetic vibe of the revived jump-swing
era, traditional blues of the south or cool contemporary jazz,
Hank Agency can offer a band from any era that will suit your
needs. Below is a list of just a few of our acts:
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Bombay Jim and the Swinging Sapphires
Bombay Jim and the Swinging Sapphires have
been hailed as one of the country’s hottest
swing bands. Featured on the HBO Series “Family
Bonds,” and heard on jazz and swing radio
stations throughout the nation, Bombay Jim and
the Swinging Sapphires continue to present the
best of swing as well as reaching a wider audience
by offering a musical variety which includes R&B,
classic rock, oldies, blues, and hot Latin. |
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Didi Stewart & Friends
Didi Stewart, a multi-award winning recording artist,
is accompanied by five of Boston's finest, most
versatile musicians. Together they enhance the intimacy
of a small gathering with the timeless melodies
of Gershwin, Irving Berlin and Rodgers and Hart.
They can also raise the roof with high energy pop,
rock and R&B of Aretha Franklin, the Supremes,
Tina Turner and many more. Their high-spirited show
also includes the memorable ballards and swing tunes
of the 30's and 40's and classic Motown and rhythm
& blues hits of the 50's, 60's and 70's. They
also cover Cheryl Crow and The Wallflowers.
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Eight to the Bar
Drawing its musical influences from American roots
music - swing, boogie woogie, rhythm & blues,
soul, Motown, - Eight to the Bar is known for its
outstanding instrumentalists and sophisticated musical
and vocal arrangements, highlighted by female vocals.
With the support of independently-produced albums
and videos, Eight to the Bar has cultivated a large,
enthusiastic following that has put them in clubs
from Disney World to Europe and the Caribbean. Their
rigorous performing schedule has included opening
spots for Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Manhattan Transfer,
Robert Cray, Neil Young, Roy Orbison, and a rally
with Hillary Clinton. |
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The Love Dogs
Based out of Boston, this party on wheels has spent
the last six years wowing audiences and critics
alike with their combination of great musicianship
and relentless energy. The Dogs combine elements
of jump blues, New Orleans R&B and early rock’n’roll
into their own powerhouse sound. Unpredictability,
killer grooves, and pure entertainment play equal
parts in the band's live show. Aside from the fact
that no two shows are ever the same, the band is
known for its interaction with its fans, breaking
down the barriers between performers and audience.
"It's important to us to have fun. A lot of
the time even we don't know what we're gonna do
next." says lead vocalist and songwriter Eddie
"Duato" Scheer. "We have a lot of
humor in our music, and we love to surprise each
other and make each other laugh. That's a big part
of what we do, and when a crowd can see that, it
becomes contagious."
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James Montgomery
When it comes to the blues, James Montgomery doesn't
just play it- he's lived it. When blues legend James
Montgomery plays the harmonica, he "brings
it on home". Whether it's recording with Kid
Rock, sitting in with Gregg Allman, or fronting
his hot band of thirty years, Montgomery plays with
authority. While growing up in Detroit he learned
first-hand from the masters - James Cotton, John
Lee Hooker, and Jr. Wells - at the legendary "Chessmate."
Over the years, he's carried on in the tradition
and continues to be a vital presence in blues as
one of the most dynamic performers on the scene.
The reviews say it all: "A studied blues musician
and a great entertainer…" - James Cotton.
"He is my buddy and my friend…where'd
he get so much soul…" - John Lee Hooker.
"Blues brother James Montgomery is proof that
R&B never goes away." - Boston Phoenix. |
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The White Heat Swing Orchestra
Called "Boston's Best Dance Band" by Boston
Magazine, The White Heat Orchestra, with bandleader
Craig Ball, is a high-energy band featuring a trio
or up to 15 pieces playing the swing and jazz of
the 1930's and 1940's for dancers of all ages. Fast
or slow, they hit every note without missing a beat.
The White Heat Swing Orchestra offers a demo tape
for your review, and they have a documentary video
tape showing the television shows and special productions
at which the band has performed. The band arrangement
can come with one to fourteen pieces and is available
for dances, weddings, benefits, and corporate functions. |
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