30's & 40's Hits

The 30's & 40's Hits category includes musicians who play your favourite songs from the 1930's and 1940's. Sending you back to a bygone era, these groups cover the hits, taking you back to the great sound of these early decades. Including jazz, swing and many more styles.

Also see Jazz Bands, Swing and Big Bands, Jazz Bands Traditional/Dixieland Jazz

Alegria duo or trio is the ultimate entertainment package for your wedding, party or corporate function. Whether you want smooth cocktail music with a cool blend of jazz and ballads, power packed dance sets featuring all your favourite songs from the 60’s to now or hip-swaying Latin dance numbers sung in fluent Spanish, with a singer and percussionist who morph into a whirlwind Latin dance couple, Alegria has it all. Their song list is truly awesome with Martin also having many years’ experience doing Seniors and Children’s entertainment, making Alegria the ideal group for a function of mixed ages. Alegria can also provide a professional MC service, wedding ceremony music and even “Live Karaoke” for a dash of audience participation.

The Martini Sisters are a fresh, entertaining trio of singers that have captured the sound of the girl groups of the 1930s and 1940s, and brought it to the 21st century. Heavily influenced by the 3 part harmonies of groups like the Andrews Sisters and the Boswell Sisters, The Martini Sisters bring a new sound to an old style.  The Martini Sisters have expanded their repertoire to include covers from music made famous by some of the greats, including Nina Simone and Cab Calloway. Their repertoire also includes songs performed by more recent artists such as The Puppini Sisters and Gwen Stefani.

Bradley McCaw & The Get Happy’s (BM & The GH) are bringing back the presence and style of ‘the jazz clubs of old.’ Featuring old time stage presence, some of Brisbane’s finest musicians and lead by the beautiful tenor voice of Bradley McCaw, BM & The GH bring you a night of first class entertainment. BM & The GH are at the their strength as a feature act or band, but can be used as background music. If you want to dance, sing along or be crooned, look no further. Bradley McCaw & The Get Happy’s will get your night cooking with a new taste of an old favourite.

Los Trios Quartet comprises some of Melbourne’s finest young jazz talent. Offering a sophisticated blend of styles – from toe-tapping swing, to a sultry bossa-nova to a groovin’ soul classic. These gifted performers will bring the right sound to your function, wedding or party. The quartet is also available as a vocal group (drums, double-bass, guitar, vocals) featuring the beautiful and talented Sacha.

Brad McCaw is quickly becoming one of Brisbane's most versatile performers. He is a classically trained Tenor, a committed music theatre actor and an emerging singer/songwriter. He offers professional and moving performances for weddings, functions and parties. He can be used as classical or contemporary vocalist to work alongside a string quartet.

Jessie Sparks is an experienced Singer, Songwriter & Musician having performed & recorded within Australia, NZ, Canada & USA. With a great collection of classics & numerous original works she has united with some of Melbourne’s most distinguished musicians to perform in various live acoustic ensembles. Superbly versatile in presentation, each lineup touches on eras of Jazz, Blues, Soul, Pop & Contemporary music creating a great assortment of moods as well as tempos.

Our three to six piece event and functions band "The Bazkatz" will entertain you through cocktails and dinner with quality background and lounge sounds, incorporating your favourite jazz, latin and chilled-out music. After dinner, is when the dance floor comes alive to the sounds of the Bazkatz; our experience in the music business and our enthusiasm will have everyone up on the floor with dance music to suit many tastes.

Cye, Jacinta, Joey and Adrian unite together from a broad musical background including television, theatre and studio work. Being well established in the Melbourne music scene Escapade combine talent, experience, and versatility to provide the highest standard required for any function. Escapade also expands into a trio, band and big band.

Martin Cox is a highly versatile pianist/singer who is as comfortable playing soft jazz in a cocktail lounge as he is belting out soul, rock’n’roll or Latin dance songs (sung in fluent Spanish) with full backings on his keyboard. He has years of experience playing in restaurants, hotels, weddings, corporate functions and festivals here and in Spain and can read the audience like the palm of his hand. His enormous repertoire covers music from the 1920’s to now, encompassing jazz, pop, rock’n’roll, Latin, soul, Motown, folk, classical and his own songs and improvisations. He has also done “Live-Karaoke” shows which he can incorporate into his show and worked extensively with children and seniors. See also listings for his popular duo “Alegria”.

Jelly Tub Rollers play thigh-slappin' 1930s party jazz and blues. Featuring the flying feet and raucous rhythms of Thomas the Tap Engine, these over-dressed super-swing vaudevillians are guaranteed to get your party jumping! Combining the driving beat of drums, double bass and guitar with the tickles and moans of saxophone, trombone and vocals, the Jelly Tub Rollers bring an old-world energy to classic and original jazz tunes. To this day, Jelly Tub Rollers retain the spontaneity of their busking roots, and the joy of sharing their passion for music with a diverse audience, now performing at various venues, festivals, weddings and parties around Victoria.

Sally Street is a uniquely entertaining jazz and blues artist based in Sydney. In essence, Sally Street puts the muse back into music and brings the razzle dazzle into the magical world of jazz. Sally's debut album “Little Evil Me”, released under the Newmarket Music label offers a repertoire of tantalizing jazz and blues delights bubbling with mellifluous flights of fancy that will entrance and delight any pair of ears. Sally regularly performs at jazz venues as far and wide as the Opera Bar at Sydney Opera House to the Gold Coast Jazz and Blues Club in Surfers Paradise, and at private functions and weddings.

The young and vibrant musician Joseph Mullaney has been involved in various musical instruments and styles throughout his training as a pianist, vocalist, composer and arranger. His broad jazz influences range from Ragtime to the Rat-pack, which is evident in his unique and polished performance style. His smooth vocals and balanced keys blend into a rich harmony which will provide the perfect background music for almost any occasion.

Cello Bar – captivating and romantic – background music that creates a buzz. Cello Bar tint the familiar songs and sounds of the piano bar with the elegant and romantic timbre of the cello. Their repertoire of over 200 songs ranges from piano men like Elton, Billy and Peter Allen to Jazz Standards, The Beatles and Broadway. The wife and husband duo (cellist Jacqui and pianist/vocalist Brenton) have taken their music all around the world. No drum machines, no flashing lights, just beautiful and timeless modern music standards performed in unique and sophisticated arrangements. Add a touch of class to your next special event with Cello Bar.

Cathouse Creek Cathouse Creek is an old fashioned alt-country band specialising in songs from the 1920's - 1950's. Comprising guitar, piano accordian, and bush bass with an emphasis on vocal harmonies, Cathouse Creek play danceable, foot-stomping good-time music as well as waltzes, gospel, and roots oriented material. Mature, professional, widely experienced, & exuberant, Cathouse Creek promises to make your event a memorable one! It's roots-blues-old time country music for weddings, parties and all events!

Time Out offers a unique blend of talent, personality and humour to create a memorable entertainment experience. They are first class entertainers on the hotel, club and corporate function venue circuits. Talented to perform in five languages and a repertoire ranging from classical instrumentals, jazz, cocktail, latin, soul, groove, disco and contemporary styles, makes them an asset in all venues and events. Time Out is best described as flexible, yet powerful with a versatile repertoire, strong vocals and harmonies. Time Out is available for your event, party, weddings and has a repertoire that can suit all generations as a duo, trio up to a ten piece band.

Musical styles include the best of the 30's, 40's & 50's, Male and Female vocals in the style of Frank Sinatra, Sarah Vaughan, Ella Fitzgerald, Latin, PopCovers, Swing, Jazz, Boogie, Jewish Horas, Continental and Ball Room classics. And at the end of the night this Orchestra can rock with the best! Hits from the 70's, 80's & 90's right up to the popular top 40 hit's of today.

Linda, Jennie and Helen pay tribute to The Andrew Sisters. Linda, and two other girls, were asked to put together a show to pay tibute to The Andrew Sisters for a conference in Darwin in 1995. While they had heard those famous songs, i.e. Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, Don't sit under the Apple Tree, In the mood, Apple Blossom time, etc, it wasnt until rehearsals for the show that they fully appreciated the intricate harmonies.

Made with the double cream of Circus Oz, Checkerboard Lounge, Prayerbabies and a sweetened, condensed ilk, we introduce the debonair-heads of Fire&Theft. Ribald and Racy Rhythms, Luxurious Latin‘n’Lounge. Other Artistes who have enjoyed success with their own renditions from Fire&Thefts pleasure trove of golden fried hits include the Eurythmics, Bizet, Led Zepplin, Gnarl Barkley, the Who & Shirley Bassey to name but a few - as for the influences to which Fire&Theft tip their fez'z, please count Carmen Miranda, Brian Griffin, Louis Jordan, Frank Sinatra, Michael Buble-Pipe & Kylie and among their number.

The Wonderbrass - A groovin party band to get your booty movin'! The Wonderbrass are an all live eight piece party outfit playing the very best pop, funk and soul classics that you love to hear! Covering over four decades of party hits guaranteed to get you moving, The Wonderbrass are the perfect solution for any Corporate Function, Public Venue or a very special Wedding Day! Covering the likes of Robbie Williams; The Jackson 5; Beyonce; Stevie Wonder; Kylie Minogue; The Black Eyed Peas and more, The Wonderbrass have had over 5 years experience performing to some of Australia’s largest corporate companies!

Based in Sydney, the Itty Bitty Big Band is Australia's premier swing group. From the hottest jazz to the coolest grooves, the Itty Bitty Big Band presents a show that will keep them dancing all night!