About
"Backyard Swing" is a swing jazz combo comprising Jasmine Mahon (vocals), Steve Colebrook (sax/clarinet), Ben Rogers (guitar), Nikki Scarlett (double bass), Denis Close (drums). Their influences include Ella Fitzgerald, Billy Holiday, Benny Goodman, Charlie Christian, Fats Waller and more.
"Glidomatix" is a blues and R&B cousin of "Backyard Swing" playing a mix of rocking hits, obscurities and originals. Their influences include Wanda Jackson, Etta James, Big Mama Thornton, Connie Francis, Los Straitjackets, The Ventures and James Bond movies.
Video
Glidomatix rocking out at Pure Pop Records in St Kilda
Glidomatix live at The Gem Bar (289 Wellington St, Collingwood). Thanks to Cora Browne for the video.