Jimmy Jazz and the Retro Kings

Jimmy and the band bring their own fresh and exciting arrangements of classic Pop songs and retro grooves to the dance floor, and continue to delight audiences in the UK and abroad with their vast repertoire of timeless Rat Pack and Swing numbers.

Jimmy and his Retro Kings are everything you would expect from a Jazz band and more; from cool Rat Pack style Swing to high-energy 50’s and 60’s retro grooves.  Whether you’re trying to create a sophisticated ambience or want to see the dance-floor explode, this band will deliver.

Jimmy Jazz and The Retro Kings have played for clients all over the world from BMW, Richard Branson, Hermes, The Ritz and mrore. With blazing horns and an explosive rhythm section, this amazing band will leave you and your guests no option but to “Face the Music and Dance”!

Here are some client's testimonials:

“The music you performed so spectacularly and your sense of fun made a magical end to what was a wonderful day.” Sam & Mark - Wedding at The Swan in Lavenham

I have no bad things to say about our experience. Everything went smoothly: from our first viewing of the band’s website, to our online booking and unexpected delivery of their cd (as well as the sweet addition of the Love Hearts), relaying our first song requests and theme, hearing Jimmy's first crooning note on the night, right through to their last encore. Christen & Chris - Bride & Groom - Wedding at Mercure Dolphin Hotel, Southampton, Hampshire

I would just like to say how delighted we were with the Retro Kings. Jimmy and the band were faultless and very professional. We have had excellent feedback from all the guests and would highly recommend the band. John Flynn, 21st Birthday Party

Jessica and I would like to say a huge thank you for being such a wonderful part of the World Gold Council summer party. We really appreciate everything that you did and the feedback that we have received has been incredibly positive, so once again thank you for all your help with this! Angela Paradise - Corporate Event at Inner Court Temple, London

On the day nothing runs quite as planned but the Retro Kings were absolutely amazing at adjusting their sets to fit in accordingly. I could not recommend them enough. Lucy & James - Wedding at Canterbury, Kent

The band were magnificent, and I don't think either of us will ever forget their rendition of our first dance, "When I fall in love." It was one of the major highlights of the day for both of us. Jo & Richard - Wedding at Gilwell Park, London

People absolutely loved dancing to their sets and they created a wonderfully vibrant atmosphere. Caroline Adie, Bride - Wedding at Barkham Farm, South Molton

The whole process was so easy and efficient and we would highly recommend Jimmy and the Retro Kings for any future events! Livia Houghton-Zeenny, Bride - Wedding at Petersfield, Hampshire

What can I say! The Retro Kings were just brilliant...not only their playing and professionalism  but the way they interacted with the guests – even giving them a turn to sing! Zoe Peate - 10th Year Choir Anniversary at Wiston House, Steyning

Our venue was quite small but the band fitted in perfectly. And to say they were as good as we were expecting would be an understatement.  They were ever bit as good as we'd hoped and got everyone dancing! Charlie and Marty - Wedding at The Square Tower, Portsmouth

It has been wonderful for me to have a party to remember with fabulous music and to think I could hire the Retro Kings for what must be for them quite a minor event in their international careers.... My 50th year off to a swinging start!!! Anne Williams - Birthday Party at Hillier Gardens

The Retro Kings are a perfect wedding party choice, whose musical expertise and mix of styles are guaranteed to have broad appeal. Almost everyone, from my youngest niece to my own 82 year old mum danced the evening away and all had a great time. Mario Cavalli - Father of the Bride - Wedding at The Union, London

Everyone had an amazing time and we received alot of complements for the Retro Kings.  They helped to make our wedding all the more special so please pass on our sincere thanks to them all. Hazel and Steve - Bride & Groom - Wedding at Notley Abbey

Having performed a fantastic set at our wedding celebrations some years ago, we did not hesitate in booking The Retro Kings for our special send off to a new life in Thailand. This time we booked the 10 piece and boy was that a good move! Absolutely fabulous musicianship and vocals. A totally professional and genuinely great bunch of outstanding performers with real talent. Steve Davies - Send Off Party at Offord Cluny, Cambridgeshire

The Retro Kings were superb. Jimmy added that personal touch by doing his set around my brief. It was an excellent evening with fantastic  feedback on the Jazz Canons lively and fabulous performance Tracey Greenholt - Event Manager - Old Thorns Manor Hotel

The guys put on a stella performance and all our guests were delighted. Amanda & Gregg Beeching - Bride & Groom - Wedding at The Hartley, London, SE1 

You guys were awesome. Thanks so much for the great music and also working with us so well. ITVs This Morning - Live On Air Performance for their Christmas Show

I always knew that your performance would be a real highlight for me, but it was so much more than Steve and I could ever have imagined; and all guests that I have spoken to feel the same! I only wish that we could do it all again! Dani & Steve - Wedding at Hedsor House, Taplow

What can we say, Jimmy & the boys were utterly amazing, so good one of our guest said they would book them when they get married, unfortunately, he is already married!!!... Apart from an amazing venue, they made our party go with a real swing. Richard Cooper - Groom - Wedding at The Palace Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue

Every member of the band was superb, and for me I especially loved hearing them all play their solos - a real jazz band experience! Joanna Stark - Bride - wedding at Barbican Conservatory

Well the band were fantastic! Many of our guests said the best band they'd seen. Liz Cook - Bride - Wedding at the Charlotte House Hotel, Lincoln

My husband and I would like express how delighted we are with Jimmy's band and performance. Really outstanding! all of our guests have enjoyed it as well and we got a lot of great feedback about the band. Olesya Brydges - Bride - Wedding at Portland Place, London

You were amazing and we have not stopped receiving compliments on our choice of band! Thank you for making our special day even more memorable. Emma & Kevin - Bride & Groom - Wedding at Lord Bute, Dorset

I wanted to drop you a line to say a very big thank you for all your help and advice with the band for our wedding on 10th May. The Retro Kings were absolutely fantastic and very much enjoyed by ALL of the guests! We had the most incredible and magical day and they were a juge part of its success. Anna Widowson - Bride - Wedding at Shardeloes, Buckinghamshire

The band were and absolute triumph at the wedding. I'm not exagerrating - people have been ranting and raving about them for weeks. They were awesome. Priya & Tristan - Bride & Groom - Wedding at Selsdon Park Hotel, Sanderstead

I am writing to thank you for all the hard work that you put into making the Westminster Tea Dance. Such a success. Westminster Council - Tea Dance at The Dorchester Hotel, Mayfair, London

We want to thank you for such an amazing performance at our wedding. We have had endless comments about your performance. Clare & Alex Tutty - Bride & Groom - Wedding at Kenwick Park Hotel, South Lincolnshire  

A big thank you to you and The Retro Kings for playing so beautifully at our wedding reception. Lyndsey & Giles - Wedding at Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons, Oxford

Thank you so much for playing so brilliantly at our wedding reception, we're so glad we booked you. Everyone's been asking us where we heard about. Imogen & Mark - Bride & Groom - Wedding at Wroxall Abbey Estate, Warwickshire

Retro Kings are brilliant! How professional! How marvellous. Great ability to read the event and get it absolutely spot on. Creative Partnerships UK Ltd - Emma Barwell - Corporate Event at Hoxton Hall, London, N1

Just had to say how great the boys were at my party. Everyone was saying what a fantastic night it was and most of that was down to the band. Wendy Holland - Birthday Celebration at The Hawker Centre, Kingston, London

We thought theband was brilliant, and all our guests have said how much they enjoyed the music. James & Victoria Nolan - Bride & Groom - Wedding at Le Tolbooth, Colchester

They were excellent. One of our guests said that Jimmy sounded better than Frank Sinatra :-) Claire Vicker - Bride - Wedding in Binstead, West Sussex

What can we say....you gave us such a great set - thank you so much. Steve Davies & Adrian Allsop - Civil Partnership at The George Hotel, Cambridgeshire 

they are excellent.

Jillie Bushell Associates - Corporate Event Erica Burton & Alex Sandrey - Bride & Groom - Wedding

...thank you to The Retro Kings for a fantastic evening down at The Grand. The feedback I have had from staff has been positively glowing. William Reed Publishing - Corporate Event at The Grand Hotel, Brighton

You all put on such an amazing performance. We had so much fun and all the songs you picked for the evening were right on the mark. Sarah Yarker & Chris Parkin - Bride & Groom - Wedding at Audley House, Saffron Walden