Chuck Berry
Chuck Berry passed away this week. He was 90 years old. I had heard of Chuck Berry, like a lot of my generation, through the Beatles and the Rolling Stones’…
Last Chance to Dance – Live Video
We have started adding original songs to our set list, and we’ve recorded a video of one of Matty’s called “Last Chance to Dance”. It should be out in the…
Three Cool Cats
In today’s post, I wanted to talk about the song “Three Cool Cats”. The Eclectic Vinyl Orchestra has been covering this song from almost the beginning of the band. It…
Atlantic Rhythm and Blues 1947 1974 Collection
Many years ago, I separately purchased individual volumes of the Atlantic Rhythm and Blues 1947 – 1974 Collection. I likely started with Volumes 5 and 6. Growing up in the…
Sixty Minute Man – Billy Ward and the Dominos
The Eclectic Vinyl Orchestra has its own version of “Sixty Minute Man” originally recorded by Billy Ward and the Dominos. They were an R&B group from the early 1950s. The…
Moondog Matinee
The Band’s “Moondog Matinee” album is not a well-known album. None of my friends had it and I don’t think it was ever widely promoted. I believe I found it…
Joe Jackson's Jumpin' Jive
Back in 1981, I was visiting a friend who was one of those friends always turning me on to new and different records and sounds. He pulled out two albums…
Fever All Through the Night
Today I wanted to introduce you to the singer Little Willie John and the songwriter Otis Blackwell. I am embarrassed to say, I knew very little about Little Willie John…
Is You Is or Is You Ain't My Baby?
One of the first songs we learned when we got together as the Eclectic Vinyl Orchestra (EVO) was the song “Is You Is or Is You Ain’t My Baby”. It’s…
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Upcoming Events
Book EVO For Your Event
Eclectic Vinyl Orchestra would love to play at your festival, event, party or wedding. We are based in Guelph, and can perform anywhere in Ontario. We play swing music reminiscent of big band music from the 20s, 30s, and 40s, as well as 50s Rhythm and Blues.
Electric Vinyl Orchestra Album and Apparel
Our album Last Chance to Dance is available to purchase, along with t-shirts, hoodies, and more!