Formed
in 2004, the Slammers embarked on a whirlwind journey,
fusing a high energy mix of swinging, rocking, jump jive'n boogie into a
captivating show packed with fun, excitement, and great music! Highlights so far
include a studio CD on global release; live shows from London's 100 Club to Planet Music in
Athens;
Festival Appearances on the Southbank, at Kinsale, Derry, Cork, Bude and Aarhus Jazz
Festivals, and a storming set at Warrington's BluesFest which is now
available as a live CD!
Latest
News (updated Aug 2010)
The
Riverboat Jazz Festival in Silkeborg, Denmark, is a huge internnational
event, attracting top bands and huge crowds. The Slammers had a fantastic time, playing
three top gigs in the giant marquees that filled the buzzing town, culminating in the
Town Square Finale.
The band are delighted to confirm that they will be returning to Cork Jazz
Festival in October, and then on to Greece to perform at the Athens Swing Ball!
Some great UK
dates coming up to..
The
Slammers are very pleased to introduce new band member Albert Garza,
joining the horn section on Baritone and Alto Saxophones. Check
out those solos! (and that Texan accent!)