Recommendations

Here is a quick overview of some of the better-known bands of their category. These bands often have extensive discographies which include many tracks that are great for dancers. They can be a good starting point for those who are looking for new music to enhance their playlist.

Swing Era Big Bands

Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Chick Webb, Lionel Hampton, Fletcher Henderson, Jimmie Lunceford, Earl Hines, Cab Calloway, Teddy Wilson, Andy Kirk, Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw, Glenn Miller.

Swing Era Small Combos

Benny Goodman Sextet, Teddy Wilson & Billie Holiday, Artie Shaw Gramercy Five, Kansas City Fives / Kansas City Six.

Contemporary Swing

Michael Gamble and the Rhythm Serenaders, Jonathan Stout Orchestra, Mint Julep Jazz Band, Boilermaker Jazz Band, Gordon Webster, Danny Jonokuchi and the Revisionists.