Artist ID: 11440
The mission statement is a simple one: ROCK THE HOUSE! The Swingin Richards came into fruition January 2001. Their debut show was Feb 2, 2001, in the plaza of the Nations Bank Center in Charlotte, N.C. opening for James Brown.
Now you may say that's pretty good for a debut, yet there's good reason the guys were able to float their boat on something like this. Dues and persistence. The guys have been in some of the Southeast's most beloved, reveled party bands for over 10 years. MegaPhonics, Daddy Blue, do these ring a bell? If not, either you just moved to the area, or are unaware of what's been shaking musically in the Southeast.
"A friend of ours who works in promotions, was looking for a strong local act that would work nicely opening for James Brown. Our past bands had expired, so he suggested the five of us get together and have a go. Only to do this one show. It really came together from that. We've been friends a long time and play well together. So why stop?" - John Wads
What's this band about? GREAT MUSIC and a REAL GOOD TIME!
What makes this band work? SYNERGY, the whole being greater than the sum of its individual parts.
"Each member of the band realizes that everyone in it is indispensable. It takes all of us to take care of the musical business. The byproduct being, cohesiveness and interplay. It produces something greater than our individual selves. For myself, it doesn't get better than this when it comes to being in a band."
Equally accessible to each other, they are accessible to the folks they play for.
"How are you gonna be any good without a good crowd of people to play for? The whole synergy thing plays into the people we perform for. Maybe I should rephrase that, and say, the people we perform with. It takes two to tango. It's always the energy of the crowd that tells us what to do. When the crowd starts kicking, it makes us want to contribute that much more. So, it really creates a circle where everyone is grooving, and becomes quite a joyous event." - John Wads
Steven Engler replies, "It's really about the band and the crowd in the moment."
Ken,
Thank you thank you thank you! You guys were awesome! I think it was definetly fate that brought us together!! I couldn't have been more pleased and have been told over and over again how fun you all were AND what great musicians you guys are. I am sorry that I missed the jazz set in the beginning, I heard that was a really cool set by multiple people. And I know day weddings can be challenging to get people dancing, but I think it worked out well. Ya'll definetly worked it! Jonathan and I particularly loved the rendition of "Sweet Home Texas". Oh, and I liked what you added to the table decorations - we should have thought of that earlier but used Lone Star beer caps instead. . . ;-)
If you need one of those 'testimonials' for your website, we would be happy to help you out.
Have a great week,
Devon
Wedding Reception
The band far exceeded my expectations. I'm used to the fraternity days when I worked with a larger budget, but Ken and the guys were excellent. I've received lots of praise for picking them. Thanks so much for all your help. You can rest assured I'll be calling again and that I'll be sending more business your way.
J. Buice
Medical College of Georgia
Thanks so much for your recommendation of the Swinging Richards for the insurance conference I planned. They got the crowd dancing immediately and many people stayed on the dance floor all night! They were great at interacting with the crowd and everyone had a great time. Guests from another group staying at the resort even crashed our party to dance when they heard them play! Thanks again, I will definitely hire them again.
Kenda Sweet
They were outstanding!!! We didn't know that Van Morrison was part of the band. We have attended at least 6 wedding receptions in the last year either here or in the Tidewater area of Virginia and we think their music was the best. They were able to get most of the 220 + out on the dance floor and active at one point or another by their various selections and style. They handled the timing, lead, and announcing of the reception activities with a smooth flow. I can truthfully say, "That a good time was had by all. Thank you and the "Swingin' Richards"
Kevin O
Formal was awesome and I cannot tell you how pleased EVERYONE was with the band. They were GREAT. They were on time, very professional, and a real crowd pleaser. Everyone agreed that they were the best band we've ever had for a function! I would definitely use them again, thanks so much:) Thanks again! I look forward to working with you and East Coast in the future!
Katie Cosgrove, Kappa Kappa Gamma
Clemson University
Thanks again for helping us put on what people are calling around here the best holiday party in the history of this agency. That might sound a little over the top, but that's the word on the street. Apparently there have been some real stinkers in the past. And thanks for letting me get up and jam with you guys. I forgot to ask if you did Sweet Caroline or It's Not Unusual. Maybe next time.
Kris Kriofske
Mullen Corporation
TALK ABOUT THE FUNNEST PARTY EVER!...or that's at least What everyone is telling. (i thought so too)!!! The Swingin Richards were a pleasure to have and were so great! NO ONE WANTED THEM TO STOP!!!!! People got there towards the end of their set and were saying they wished they had come earlier. We definitely would love to have them for another function.
Allison Ashe
USC Tri Delta Sorority Semi-Formal
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