Adam Hall New site coming soon! In the meantime, come say hi on Facebook -------------------------------- New album OUT NOW! When It's Party-time Down South Adam Hall featuring The Velvet Playboys, Richard Jackson & Rick Smith “This is an album for the feet ...... for people who love to dance!” International trumpeter and vocalist of note, Adam Hall, has released his second and long-awaited CD to get you moving; When It’s Party Time Down South. A third CD for the jazz and swing lovers; It’s You, It’s Me; will be released next year. When It’s Party Time Down South was recorded in the famous Lion Studios in Singapore in August 2011 and features no less than seven original tracks plus five legendary dance tracks made famous by the likes of Sam Cooke and Chuck Berry. Hall recorded the album with a team of great musicians including long-term friends from the original Velvet Playboys line up; Ben Franz,  Len Whittle, Tim Forster, Joe Whittle and Mick Cartwright. Also featured on the CD are Mark Turner, Wayne Freer, Ric Eastman, vocalist Jessie Gordon and USA stars Richard Jackson and Rick Smith.  The first CD to be released When It’s Party Time Down South is a mix of studio and live recordings that aim to get you out of you chair. Live tracks were recorded at The Fly By Night Musicians Club in Fremantle; the scene of some of Hall’s biggest triumphs: The Rhythm Spectacular, Betty Harris (USA), Big Jay McNeely (USA) and Richard Jackson (USA) included. “This CD is clean; it’s clear; it's a great album to dance to; it's happy music and you should dance, jiggle or do whatever is in you to move. Most of all enjoy yourself.... we did,” Hall said. Apart from the title track When It's Party Time Down South, the CD includes 11 other tracks; Shake It, I Ain’t Waitin’, World On A String, All I See Is Love, We’re Done, Let's Boogaloo, Ain't It Sweet, Minnie The Moocher, Twistin’ The Night Away, You Never Can Tell and Just A Gigolo/Nobody Cares For Me. Purchase CD now using PayPal: $25.00 (AUD) + postage. Also available via digital download on CD Baby and iTunes -------------------------------- I've Got News For You Adam Hall & The Velvet Playboys featuring Big Jay McNeely I've Got News for You is the debut release (2007) from Adam Hall & The Velvet Playboys. It features 15 tracks – mostly original pieces capturing different moods of Jazz, Blues, Jump and old time rock’n’roll music. A very special feature of the CD is the sound of legendary honkin & screamin tenor sax man, Big Jay McNeely, who is heard on two tracks. Purchase CD now using PayPal: $25.00 (AUD) + postage. -------------------------------- UPCOMING GIGS Big Jay McNeely tour! Big Jay's Jivecat Jamboree with Adam Hall Friday 4th November 2011 7.30pm The Basement, Sydney featuring the original master blaster BIG JAY McNEELY (USA) with the ADAM HALL and members of the VELVET PLAYBOYS. A Sensational Night of Honkin' Rhythm & Blues, Jump Band Boogie and Classic Rock'n'Roll. DJs LIMPIN' JIMMY & THE SWINGIN' KITTEN. Large dancefloor! Click on this link for tickets After touring to sellout houses in 2008, the king of the honkin' sax Big Jay McNeely is back in Australia, joining forces again with internationally renowned trumpeter Adam Hall and his all star band. Renowned for his wild stage antics, Big Jay was originally considered too outrageous for white audiences, sharing the stage with greats such as Little Richard and B.B. King. He has since gone on to become one of the true legends of American r'n'b, blues and jump band boogie with his blasting sax and insane hepcat vocals. His late 50's hit "There Is Something On Your Mind" stayed on the r'n'b charts for over 40 weeks and he has performed at festivals all over the world. A Big Jay show is like nothing else on earth, and together with WA's explosive Adam Hall Band and DJs Limpin' Jimmy & The Swingin' Kitten this is a night to truly rock the Basement! www.bigjaymcneely.com www.limpinjimmyandtheswinginkitten.com.au Big Jay McNeely with Adam Hall Sunday 6th November 2011 at 8pm Devilles Pad 3 Aberdeen St, Perth The king of the honkin' sax Big Jay McNeely is back in Australia, joining forces again with internationally renowned trumpeter Adam Hall and members of the Velvet Playboys. Famous for his wild stage antics, Big Jay was originally considered too outrageous for white audiences, sharing the stage with greats such as Little Richard and B.B. King. Big Jay has since gone on to become one of the true legends of American r'n'b, blues and jump band boogie with his blasting sax and insane hepcat vocals. His late 50's hit "There Is Something On Your Mind" stayed on the r'n'b charts for over 40 weeks and he has performed at festivals all over the world. This concert will also feature Les Sataniques Go Go dancers with the Disc Jockey Little Franco Berry providing the Soundtrack. Tickets on sale now: heatseeker.com.au Big Jay McNeely with Adam Hall Friday 18th November 2011 8pm Fly By Night Club, Fremantle Big Jay heads back to Fremantle for a repeat of his sell out 2008 performance. A Big Jay show is like nothing else on earth, and together with WA's explosive band Adam Hall, Members of the Velvet Playboys, The Swing DJ, Amazing visuals from VJZoo and plenty of dancefloor space this is a night to truly rock the Fly! Presale $40 inc Booking fee Door tickets $45 (if available) Groups of 10 ($35 each + BF) Tickets flybynight.org Big Jay McNeely (USA) with Adam Hall plus Benny & The Fly By Nighters Saturday 19th November 2011 8pm Corner Hotel, Melbourne Saxophonist Big Jay McNeely has been "the king of the honkers" for over 60 years, and he's still going strong. Born in 1927, he formed his own band while still in school and in 1949 hit number one with 'Deacon's Hop'. He quickly earned a reputation for playing on top of bars and sometimes even outside of clubs, with one such event leading to his arrest for 'disturbing the peace' while his band remained inside continuing the song until someone could post bail and bring him back to finish. He's shared the stage with countless household names including Bill Haley and His Comets and little Richard, and his biggest hit 'There Is Something On Your Mind' has been covered by B.B. King, Etta James and many more. Ticket enquiries Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com -------------------------------- Booking enquiries contact Adam Hall on 0423 262 362 or email: thetrumpeteer@hotmail.com Media enquiries: Please contact Ali @ Aligator Media 0401 085 374 or email aligator3@optusnet.com.au Technical Information: Local Gig- Tech Rider | Away Gig- Tech Rider