Biscuit Town
Blending the spirit of New Orleans with vintage Parisian swing, Biscuit Town are a regular highlight at Toulouse Lautrec Jazz Club, delivering high-energy 1930s jazz, hot swing and gypsy jazz with irresistible charm and infectious rhythm.
Biscuit Town brings the golden age of jazz roaring back to life with red-hot swing, infectious rhythms and authentic 1930s energy designed for both dancers and live music lovers alike. Inspired by musical pilgrimages to New Orleans, the band channels the vibrant spirit of Frenchmen Street, blending early jazz, New Orleans swing and vintage dancehall atmosphere into an unforgettable live experience.
A regular favourite at Toulouse Lautrec Jazz Club, Biscuit Town frequently fills the venue with the joyous sounds of vintage jazz, transporting audiences from South London to the lively clubs of New Orleans and the cafés of Paris. Their performances are known for their dynamic energy, exceptional musicianship and irresistible groove, making them a standout act for swing dancers and jazz enthusiasts alike.
Led by Barry Holloway, a respected figure on the UK and European swing dance circuit with appearances at events including Rhythm Riot, Rivoli Ballroom and Twinwood Festival, the band features some of London’s finest young jazz musicians alongside regular guest vocalists including Lydia Bell, Elise Roth and Immy Churchill.
Biscuit Town is celebrated for its versatility, performing in two distinctive styles. Their “Little Big Band” sound delivers hard-driving New Orleans-inspired swing with a powerful acoustic rhythm and horn section, while their gypsy jazz line-up introduces violin, clarinet and Parisian café charm inspired by the great European jazz traditions.
