Regina Ruopoli, Frank Ruopoli, Jeff Castle, Steve Coe, Nick Jenkins
Influences
Frank Sinatra, Peggy Lee, Mel Torme, Jamie Cullum, Julie London, Madeline Peyroux, Cassandra Wilson, Sarah Vaughn, Eva Cassidy, Norah Jones, Billie Holiday, Harry Connick, Jr., Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Thelonius Monk, Ella Fitzgerald, Lavay Smith and her Red Hot Skillet Lickers, Pink Martini
A FEW OF OUR SONGS: All of Me, Fever, Blues in the Night, Dance Me to the End of Love, Dont Get Around Much Anymore, Dont Go To Strangers, Fly Me to the Moon, Is You Is, or Is You Aint My Baby, Just the Way You Look Tonight, Lets Stay Together, Mack the Knife, Makin Whoopie, Moondance, Moonglow, New York State of Mind, Route 66, Summertime, The Look of Love, At Last, Witchcraft
Embracing the swinging jazz standards of Frank Sinatra, the seductive torch songs of Etta James, and the sassy style of Peggy Lee, Vintage Velvet offers retro jazz and blues with a modern twist.
Vocalist Regina Ruopoli was voted as Charleston's Best Female Vocalist in 1999 by readers of the Charleston City Paper. Regina's lush alto leads the band through their unique blend of styles, creating a cocktail of music that appeals to young and old alike.
Vintage Velvet is available as a full band, quartet or a trio, and the create the perfect ambiance for your special event. Versatile, elegant and fun ... they're simply the cat's meow!
NEW CD AVAILABLE!
Vintage Velvet's new self-titled CD brings you into an enchanting world with shimmering renditions of vocal jazz and blues classics.
This exceptional 12-song collection offers a rich array of some of the most provocative music in the standards catalog. These well-chosen songs are an eclectic mix of styles, ranging from sweet to sultry, and from swanky to swinging.
Vintage Velvet’s appreciation for the golden era of song-making is evident as they breathe new life into these marvelous works, giving you a collection that is fresh, elegant and absolutely mesmerizing.
To hear song samples, or to purchase, go to www.cdbaby.com/vintagevelvet
It's also available at the following Charleston area retail outlets:
- 52.5 Records - Downtown
- Milleneum Music - Downtown
- Monster Music - West Ashley
- Cats Music - Mt. Pleasant and James Island
- Barnes & Noble - West Ashley, Mt. Pleasant & N. Chas.
thanks for enjoying our music! we appreciate it! Right now there is a 'battle of the bands' going on and the winner gets a spot on stage at the AUSTIN CITY LIMITS FESTIVAL! go ahead and hit this link to take you to the voting page: http://acl.mp3.com/feature/soundandjury/?band=JITTERBUG-VIPERS ANYBODY can vote... even your dog... and your neighbor's dog! you don't even have to be 21, either! we would really REALLY REALLY like to play this festival, especially since it's in our HOMETOWN and we don't have to drive far, or stay in a hotel room, or eat crappy food... you know, all those things that make life on the road so much FUN! SO, GO ON, GET OUT THE VOTE! tell ALL your friends, too! everybody can vote, once a day, from each computer. so stop reading this already... vote! we have until AUG.20 to make an impression, to garner enough votes to get into the top 10.... THANK YOU!
Married life is awesome! Our next step is a move to Atlanta. We will be there in about a week. A bit closer to our favorite band EVER, Vintage Velvet!!!!
Well darlings, our team of minions have been busy and have posted two more tracks for your listening pleasure...
Thank you ever so to all of you who've been encouraging us thus far, we hope you continue with your impeccable taste and find our new offerings just as delicious! ;-)
Hey, you guys seem to be doing real well, i'm so proud of you guys! Keep it up! lol i see im on page 3 of your buddy list wuz up wit dat yo? Kidding, anyways ill ttyl, peace!
Greetings!
thanks so much for the add! i know we are all so honored to know that you have taken such an interest in our music, AND we love being in contact with other musicians- especially those in our same genre!
so i'm curious.... how did you hear about us? i am thrilled that word gets out about us, but i love to know how it happens!lol
well, until next time,
KIT
<3NIKKI & the boys & girl in PhatCatSwinger
