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Make The Jazz Spivs your choice for live music entertainment

1920s-inspired events are always a great choice for a theme. Are you are planning a private birthday party or large-scale corporate party entertainment? If so, there’s something about the 1920s that just works! Here we look at some of the most popular ideas. From speakeasy parties to themed parties inspired by TV or the silver […]

How to throw the ultimate 1920s-themed party

Okay, so Covid seems to have reared its ugly head again and looks set to cause more havoc to hospitality and entertainment. However, with any impending lockdown restrictions likely to be relatively short-term, hopefully thoughts will soon be able to turn once more to events and parties. Before we know it, we’ll all be back […]

Back With a Bang: How to Throw a 1920s Party

When all is said and done, the last year and a half has been a time to forget. All in all, it’s been a nightmare, for so many reasons. But, hey, let’s not dwell on the past. Let’s look forward. Why not come back with a bang and throw the party to end all parties? […]

Wedding Reception: 9 ways to IMPROVE your wedding reception that you DIDN’T know about

Have you ever wished you could jump in a time capsule and watch your wedding reception video before the big day? With lockdown easing and excitement building, your wedding day is looking more of a reality than ever. Are you at the initial planning stage or do you have your wedding organised and that dress […]

How to pre-plan a wedding or big event during lockdown

Coronavirus has shut down large (and small!) events for the foreseeable, but your wedding entertainment ideas don’t have to go on hold. You can start thinking about your big 2021 event right now. Many venues and suppliers are closed and not taking bookings. Florists, caterers, event planners, and live bands like ourselves are temporarily closed […]

9 jazz playlist essentials for a swingin’ Christmas party

Jazz music is the perfect party soundtrack whatever the time of year, and it’s especially perfect for a stylish Christmas party. As we approach the next 20s, end the previous decade with some 1920s music by jazz bands for hire. These 9 jazz classics need to be on your Christmas party playlist. 1. My Blue […]

6 ways to make event booking and planning less stressful

Got the venue sorted? Ready to hire a band for a party? Booked the caterer? If you’re already stressed, it’s time to get organised. Whether you’re planning a corporate event at work, or a private party in your free time, the planning stage can be tough. It doesn’t matter whether you have 12 months or […]

Birmingham’s 5 best period wedding venues

Many couples want their venue, theme, and wedding entertainment to be beautifully unique. If you want to make a big impression on your guests and put together an incredible album of photos on the day, stepping back in time is one way to do it! These 5 period wedding venues are some of the best […]

South West England’s 5 best period wedding venues

As well as the dress and the toe-tapping wedding jazz band, your wedding venue is the star of the show. If you’re browsing in the South West, and looking for somewhere rich in history, these are 5 of the best. 1. Almonry Barn, Somerset Source: Hitched.co.uk You’ll find the beautifully converted, 800-year old Almonry Barn […]

How to turn your party into a 1920s Cabaret

A 1920s jazz band goes with 1920s cabaret like bread and butter. One of the most famous on-screen depictions of an underground cabaret is The Kit Kat Klub, from Bob Fosse’s 1972 film, Cabaret. Its 1920s Berlin setting means going underground was not only atmospheric, but the only way to keep the party going. Throwing […]