Sweethearts
The ever-changing sounds of Sweethearts give a refreshing take on modern, classic & neo soul with their trademark Sass. Comprising 28 members, this all-female soul band has won over audiences on the worlds best stages. Sweethearts explosive energy and exuberant live shows has afforded them return appearances at Montreux Jazz Festival, Jazz à Vienne, Porretta Soul Festival & the Queenscliff Music Festival!
“Sweethearts will always be welcome at Montreux Jazz Festival." Claudia Regolatti, Festival Programmer.
Their infectious drawing power has gained the attention of Soul legends including Bernard Purdie, Gil Askey, ‘Pee Wee’ Ellis, Vivian Sessoms & Maceo Parker.
Bernard ‘Pretty’ Purdie loves Sweethearts so much that he returned to Australia for the first time since touring with Dizzy Gillespie over 20 years ago specifically to perform with them.
"There is nothing like this band in the world. These girls need to be heard.” Bernard Purdie, Drumming legend, USA.
Audiences can expect new original work from a range of Sweethearts songwriters, as well as inspired adaptions of other songs ranging from 60’s R&B to Modern Funk and Soul.
Sweethearts strive to break the expectations and limitations placed on young women with an electrifying stage show that demands your attention. From sizzling guitar solos to vocal tones that will literally stop you in your tracks, experience Sweethearts for yourself to see what artists around the world are talking about.
“Sweethearts are keeping the music of Soul alive, and I feel confident that it’s in great hands” Vivian Sessoms, Vocalist, USA.
Feedback/Comments
Great show! Absolutely enjoyed it!
What a fantastic group of talented musicians, absolutely fantastic and the Brunswick ballroom is a great intimate venue. Thank you, we loved it.
It was very refreshing to see talented young musicians performing with passion and energy on stage! Kids and family friendly event.
High energy, brilliant performances by a talented group of young musicians.