About Us
The RHYTHM SOCIETY is a 15-piece dance band specializing in true vintage swing music. Their sound is heavily influenced by Count Basie and Harry James. Although based in Detroit, this band covers top venues throughout the Midwest and has been featured on numerous television and radio programs.
Crooner Paul King describes his style as "a mixture of Mel Torme, Joe Williams, and Frank Sinatra - with a dash of Cab Calloway thrown in". Detroit's Metro Times jokes "His voice has been banned in some nightclubs for inducing public displays of affection on the dance floor."
The Rhythm Society Orchestra has been featured at many of the Midwest's largest swing dance events including dance workshops with some of the world's top instructors.
The Rhythm Society was recently featured in a Michigan-made independent film, Forever in Time, directed by Chuck Grady.
"Backed by the solid, horn-heavy sounds of the swingin' Rhythm Society, handsome front man Paul King belts out the tunes in vintage suave style. In an instant, you'll be transported into the dance halls of the '30s and '40s, where a cool-suited cat grabs the hand of the nearest full-skirted honey and the dance-floor crowd parts to watch them take a manic dip and twirl." - Karen Fisher, METRO TIMES
"Irresistible big band sound - simply flawless" - Sarah Klein, METRO TIMES
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2019
May 5, 2019 : Dance at the Detroit Yacht Club
Dance in the beautiful Detroit Yacht Club Grand Ballroom. Dance lesson included with admission then RSO plays for swing and ballroom dancing from 3:15 to 7:00. Tickets are $25 in advance or $35 at the door. Cash bar. Vintage, cocktail, formal and snappy attire. For reservations send a check payable to John Gibson, 1074 Lakepointe, Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230 or PayPal at www.swingslam.com/dyc
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May 18, 2019 : Fundraiser at the Ren Cen
Spark of Hope Fundraising Gala for Life Directions at The Renaissance Center, Detroit. Cocktails, dinner, auction and dance.
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June 13, 2019 : Owosso Ampitheater
RSO Swings into Owosso for the first time for this free concert at 7:30 PM.
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June 15, 2019 : Motor Muster at Greenfield Village
Watch a narrated vintage car show then dance or just listen to war-time period swing with RSO. Real cars - a real band! We perform from 7 to 9 PM. The Chiffon Sisters, an Andrews Sisters-like group, join in on the fun with RSO.
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June 15, 2019 : WWII dance in Washington Twp
75th Anniversay of D Day! Free dance and concert at Washington Township village hall, Van Dyke just north of 26 Mile Rd. Free concert for the public to raise funds for a memorial statue honoring all those who fought in wars protecting our freedoms. RSO performs Noon to 2:30 PM.
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July 19, 2019 : Swing dance at Concourse Hall, Ann Arbor
KISSME exchange and open swing dance with the supporters of swing in Ann Arbor. Held at Concourse Hall, located just south of Ann Arbor.
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August 9, 2019 : Concert in Lexington
Relax and be entertained by our authentic swing-era show at a great place to hear and see us, Lexington! Concert runs 7:30-9:30
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August 21, 2019 : Wild Nights at Detroit Zoo
Hear us with all the animals. Bring the family for really fun days of animals, capping the day with a concert of authentic swing!
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2020
January 4, 2020 : Concert in Petoskey
Concert in the theater at the Crooked Tree Arts Center.
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January 25, 2020 : Dinner-Dance in Livonia
Detroit Burns Club annual dinner-dance to honor the poetry of Robert Burns. Joining in the fun this year is the St. Andrews Society of Detroit. This ticketed event is open to the public - be a Scot for a day! This event also features a live pipe band and dancers. At Burton Manor in Livonia. Their admission price is a fantastic deal for the live entertainment, drink and food! Buy a table and bring your friends.
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March 28, 2020 : Masonic Temple, Detroit
This is an old-fashioned battle of the big bands, just like it was done back in the day, with the bands trading sets and working into a swinging frenzy and a voice vote by the swing dancing faithful! It is Michigan vs Ohio: RSO vs Swingmania! The battleground is at Masonic Temple in the beautiful, expansive Crystal Ballroom. Dance lesson at 7:00 then it is on to the battle of the century.
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- USO / WWII Tribute
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The "WW II/1940's" program showcases the best of the Big Band Era, and can include the Army Air Force uniforms worn by the Glenn Miller band.
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- Professional Service
- The Rhythm Society Orchestra provides an unmatched level of elegance to any event. Always formal, in black or white tuxes, black suits, or WWII uniforms.
- Always professional, we set up before your party begins.
- Our sound system is available for your toasts and speeches.
- Other services available: ♦ solo piano or 5-piece combo during your cocktail hour ♦ professional dance lesson for your guests ♦ pre-recorded music on our breaks and after our final set.
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TUNE SAMPLES
2 - Love is Here to Stay
3 - They All Laughed
4 - Pennies From Heaven
5 - I Can't Get Started
6 - Board Meeting
7 - Every Day I Have the Blues
8 - Sway
10 - Gotta Be This or That
11 - Linger Awhile
12 - Sharp as a Tack
13 - Triskaidekaphobia
14 - I Found a New Baby
15 - At the Fat Man's
16 - Somebody Stole My Gal
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We believe in utmost professionalism. We have played for numerous first-class events. We know the right questions to ask and have the experience to ensure that your function's entertainment is stellar.