Benoit Viellefon's Hot Club Swings into Hove

Benoit Viellefon's album London Paris, released in 2023, is a testament to his ability to blend different styles and create a unique sound. The Hot Club's performances are inspired by the hot swinging music that emerged from the infamous Parisian Cafes and nightclubs of the 1930s and 40s, and they are known for their energetic and captivating live shows.

What is Benoit Viellefon's background? Benoit Viellefon was born in Douai, northern France, and moved to the USA in 1997 before settling in London in 1998, where he became a session guitarist and a fixture of the vintage cabaret scene.

What kind of music can we expect from the Hot Club? The Hot Club's music is a mix of 1920-30-40's music, featuring a blend of gypsy swing, hot jazz, and French music, with a nod to the American jazz virtuosi who visited Paris, such as Louis Armstrong and Sidney Bechet.

What's the lineup for the concert at The Brunswick in Hove on Wednesday, 25 November 2026? The concert will feature world-class guitarist Jarrod Elks, no1 Double bass player George Trebar, and Swedish trad jazz sensation Bjorn Dahlberg on the clarinet and tenor saxophone, and tickets are with the button beside the article.