They reportedly first came together to fashion a soundtrack for an adult silent film. For all the electronic flourishes, Caravan Palace are not just knob-twiddlers: The core players started out as jazz musicians, and multi-instrumentalists at that. The Parisian septet claims both Django Reinhardt and Daft Punk as inspirations, but those influences don't fully capture the group's palpable joie de vivre. The group's world tours are known to sell out, thanks both to the live spectacle they put on and a devoted fan base that likes to dress up (think zoot suits and bowlers). Her feet are liable to break out into a choreographed Charleston at any moment, and her clear, bell-like voice plays master of ceremonies to a swirling, manic sound. Colotis is filled with pixie-ish energy, and in a live show, when she promises you're about to have fun, you'd better believe her. Caravan Palace's version is exuberant stuff, filled with horns and the vintage ‘20s vocal stylings of French singer Zoé Colotis. Swing music has always been dance music, but when you mix it with modern bass, electronic beats and studio trickery, it becomes party music on steroids. then they won't let you down on the floor.ĭubbed 'electro-swing,' Caravan Palace's irrepressible musical mélange is nothing if not infectious. I think the Fonda forces you to buy balcony seats (before the floor sells out), so they fill it up near the end. You kind of feel like you've stepped back in time, but then the electric sounds make you think you might be in the future. Caravan Palace was the cream in my coffee! Loved them! So much energy! Truly what it means to put on a SHOW. It's so different and refreshing to hear in comparison to what is mainstream. The lead singer was taking it up a notch with her sexy voice and dangerous curves. The Red Light District band seemed to be having a lot of fun and got everyone tuned up for Caravan Palace.

Red Light District is the perfect elegant, yet quirky, compliment to Caravan Palace. People watching is almost as fantastic as the bands.

The dancing, the fashion! These 2 bands draw in the coolest crowd. they'll try to stick you on balcony) - Los Angeles

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