FLATTOP TOM & HIS JUMP CATS
No es nuevo el nombre del grupo que ha elegido el armonicista FLATTOP TOM., pues JUMP CATS ya existía que nosotros sepamos creado por el pianista Walter Thomas., lo que si es nuevo es la forma de entender la música de este artista polifacético y capaz de hacer mover el esqueleto a todo aquel que vaya a una actuación suya !
Flattop Tom & His Jump Cats es una banda enérgica y versátil que tocan clásico swing estilo Big Band, Blues, Jump Blues, Jive, Oldies, Boogie Woogie, Rockabilly, y 40s y 50s Rhythm & Blues.
Como vocalista de Flattop Tom & HisJump Cats , Flattop Tom Hall toca las armónicas diatónicas y cromáticas, y ha sido patrocinado oficialmente por Hohner Armónicas, Inc. desde 1994.
Flattop Tom and His Jumpcats are a versatile group of eight energetic and very talented musicians dedicated to keeping traditional Swing & Blues alive. They play in the classic Big Band style, West Coast Jump Blues, Blues, Jump Jive, Boogie Woogie and 40s & 50's Rhythm & Blues. The band has been in existence since 1992 and is about to release their 4th album.
One of LA’s Hottest Multi-faceted Bands Since 1992
Flattop Tom & His Jump Cats is a versatile and dynamic band that plays classic Big Band Swing, Blues, Jump Blues, 40s and 50s Classics, Boogie Woogie, Rockabilly, Oldies and originals. The band has been in existence since 1992 and has released four critically acclaimed CDs.
Flattop Tom & His Jump Cats are a group of talented and energetic musicians dedicated to keeping traditional roots music alive. Lead singer, Flattop Tom, is also a professional swing dancer. He prides himself with keeping tempos right for dancers. Where DVD players are available, Flattop’s extensive collection of vintage swing dance videos provides additional visual stimuli, excitement, and dance inspiration for its audiences.
Critically Acclaimed
The band’s first album release, “Jumping Blues For Your Dancing Shoes,” received critical acclaim and airplay on local radio stations. Their second release, “Rockin’ and Jumpin’ The Blues,” propelled the band to national airplay and worldwide travel. Their third release, “Swing Dance Party,” had national and European distribution and airplay, and received praise from critics. “Don’t Cheat The Feet,” their fourth and most current release has had national and European distribution, received international airplay and was rated #19 on the Living Blues Radio Charts.
In addition to headlining their own shows, Flattop Tom & His Jump Cats have performed with other top music artists including The Beach Boys, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Big Bad Voo Doo Daddy, Royal Crown Revue, William Clarke, Charlie Musselwhite, Rod Piazza, Big Sandy, Big Jay McNeely, Jan & Dean and others. For a complete list, click here. In addition, the band has appeared at many popular swing and blues venues in California and across the nation. For a complete list, click here.
Danceable, Energetic Music That Generates Enthusiastic Audiences
With this new functional website, the band has a steady core of returning fans supported with regular e-mailings and promotional materials sent to a growing mailing list that numbers over 2000. Press releases, PSAs and paid advertising regarding performances are sent regularly to the media. In addition, Flattop Tom & His Jump Cats bring the following to each performance:
A wide range of danceable, energetic music that generates enthusiastic audience response in a mixed crowd environment.
A multi-dimensional performance featuring the charismatic Flattop Tom singing, playing harp and dancing with members of his audience.
Flattop can serve as Emcee for your special event and/or provide professional swing dancers, complete with crowd-pleasing aerials for your special event.
A large collection of vintage swing dance videos available to be played in DVD format.
We Regularly Appear for Swing Dance Societies, Blues Festivals, Classic Car Shows and Corporate Events
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