Down for the Count

Down for the Count (UK) are a vintage who bring the sounds of the Swing Era back to life, with an electrifying show full of incredible energy and musicianship.

Since bursting onto the scene in 2013, Down for the Count have earned themselves a reputation as one of the hardest swinging bands in the UK. Constantly in demand, they regularly sell out shows at Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, Cadogan Hall, Pizza Express Jazz Club Soho, Le Caveau de la Huchette (Paris) and London Jazz Festival.

The band recreate classic tunes from the likes of Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, Nat 'King' Cole, Louis Armstrong and Glenn Miller. But this is no mere nostalgia trip – they perform each song in their own unmistakeable style, breathing new life into the best vintage music.

Combine that with the band’s top class instrumental solos, sublime vocal performances, and irresistible humour and joie de vivre, and you get a show that will leave you feeling uplifted and wanting more.