Swing Noire

Hot Swing in the spirit of Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli Call it Gypsy jazz, hot swing, or jazz manouche......

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Releases

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Shows

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Feed

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Dec 30

Upcoming Gigs... Winter 2026 Edition

We’ve got a couple of shows coming up and would love to see you out there: Sunday, Jan 18 · 3–5pm Red Clover Ale Co — Brandon, VT https://redcloverale.com/ Saturday, March 28 · 6–8pm (CANCELLED)...

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Nov 5

How It All Started

Before Swing Noire was a band, it was a series of acoustic jams... Jared on mandolin with Rob and Jim McCuen on guitar and bass, trading licks and late-night laughs over stringband tunes inspired by...

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Room

Conversations between the artist and members. Pinned questions, set-list requests, alternate-take threads.

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Membership

From 5 USD/moJoin
The Hot ClubFree

Join the vibe, stay in the groove. Get our show dates, behind-the-scenes posts, early access glimpses... it’s your seat in the club.

Les Amis du Hot Club5 USD/mo

As a Friend of the Hot Club you help us keep this swing tradition alive. You’ll get early-release audio, exclusive behind-the-scenes, and our gratitude in print.

Heavy Artillerie50 USD/mo

For the serious supporters who believe in the power of Gypsy jazz. Your higher-tier contribution helps us record, travel, and take the band further. You’ll receive special recognition, bonus content, live stream access or exclusive merch.

Samois-sur-Seine1,000 USD/mo

Host us in your home, backyard or intimate venue for two 45-minute sets of full acoustic Hot Club swing. We bring the strings and spirit... you bring guests and atmosphere. Available throughout Vermont and nearby New England. For longer distances, we can work out travel separately. Get in touch for details.

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About

Hot Swing in the spirit of Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli Call it Gypsy jazz, hot swing, or jazz manouche... Swing Noire brings the unmistakable energy of Django and Stéphane into the present day. Their music channels the sound of 1930s Paris... that smoky, kinetic mix of jazz, blues, and Gypsy fire... with their own distinct edge.