Five Guys Named Moe | Jive Band Kent

From their togged-out period clothes to their between-song banter, Five Guys Named Moe play swingy-jazzy-bluesy-jivey music to fill any dancefloor!

Heavily inclufenced by Louis Jordan, Wynonie Harris and Bob Wills, the band have performed their swing, jump jive and blues sets at countless weddings, private parties, and even live on BBC Radio.

Notable corporate clients include Rolex, Pfizer, the Bond Street Association, The London Marathon, The InterContinental Hotel Westminster and The Shard.

You guys were great! Thank you so much! Kelly Brook, Birthday Party, London

They've played at charity fundraising balls for Cancer Research and the British Red Cross, at popular jazz venues including the Bulls Head Barnes and Pizza Express, and at the Royal Albert Hall, and they've performed live on BBC Radio Kent.

A recent highlight for Five Guys Named Moe was playing for Kelly Brook at her birthday party, at her new London club, Steam & Rye!

So with hits from Louis Jordan, Jackie Wilson, Bill Haley & The Comets and many many more, you’re sure to have a rocking time with this super-talented fun bunch!

Performance info

Line-up	Male lead vocals/harmonica/trumpet; sax/vocals; guitar/vocals; bass/vocals; drums/vocals
Interval music	Yes (included in price)
Lighting	Yes (4 colour par cans, 2 colour par bar wash lighting system)

Booking options

Acoustic background music by duo Add £250 for 1 x 60 minute set	Live lounge style sets by the band's acoustic duo, ideal for drinks receptions or meals (guitar; vocals)
Acoustic background music by trio Add £375 for 1 x 60 minute set	As above, by the band's acoustic trio (add double bass)
Extra performances Add £450 for 1 x 45 minute set	An extra funk set by the band
Extra performances Add £300 per half hour	Extend the band’s sets by up to an hour

Main Set List

Ain’t Misbehavin’ – Fats Waller
Ain’t Nobody Here But Us Chickens – Louis Jordan
At Last - Etta James
Big Ten Inch - Bull Moose Jackson
Blood Shot Eyes – Wynonie Harris
Boogie All Night – Alvin Lee
Buona Sera / Marie Marie – Louis Prima
Caledonia – Louis Jordan
Careless Whisper - George Michael (played in a swing style)
Cat Fish Boogie - Tennessee Ernie Ford
Choo Choo Cha Boogie – Louis Jordan
Earth Angel – The Penguins
Five Guys Named Moe – Louis Jordan
Flip Flop Fly – Joe Turner
Grandma Plays The Numbers – Wynonie Harris
How Long Must I Wait For You - Joe Jackson / Louis Jordan
I Can't Stop The Feeling - Justin Timberlake (played in a swing style)
I Like My Baby’s Puddin’ – Wynonie Harris
I Wanna Be Like You (King Of The Swingers) - Louis Prima
In The Mood – Glenn Miller
It Ain't The Meat - The Swallows
It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing) - Duke Ellington
Jack You’re Dead – Louis Jordan
Jump Jive and Wail – Brian Setzer Orchestra
Let The Good Times Roll – Louis Jordan
Minnie The Moocher – Cab Calloway
Night and Day – Frank Sinatra
Night Train - Jimmy Forrest
One Scotch, One Bourbon, One Beer - Amos Milburn
Paper Moon – Ella Fitzgerald
Pencil Full Of Lead - Paolo Nutini
Pennies From Heaven – Bing Crosby/Louis Armstrong
Perfect - Fairground Attraction
Reet Petite – Jackie Wilson
Reet Petite & Gone – Louis Jordan
Ride, Daddy, Ride - Fats Noel
Route 66 – Nat King Cole
Saturday Night Fish Fry – Louis Jordan
Shakin’ Mother For Ya – Champion Jack Dupree
Sleep Walk – Santo & Johnny
Smack Dab In The Middle - The Jacks
Straighten Up And Fly Right – Nat King Cole
Stray Cat Strut (with Pink Panther Theme) – Brian Setzer Orchestra
Summertime – Billie Holiday
The Dirty Boogie – Brian Setzer Orchestra
This Boy – The Beatles
This Cat Is On A Hot Tin Roof – Brian Setzer Orchestra
This Ol' House - Brian Setzer Orchestra
Tuxedo Junction – Manhattan Transfer
Umbrella - The Baseballs (Rihanna)
Zoot Suit Riot - Cherry Poppin' Daddies

Rock n Roll and Funk Set List

Ain't No Sunshine - Bill Withers
Blue Suede Shoes – Elvis Presley
Crazy Little Thing Called Love - Queen
Good Golly Miss Molly – Little Richard
Hard To Handle – Otis Redding
Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick - Ian Dury & The Blockheads
I Feel Good – James Brown
I Wish - Stevie Wonder
Johnny B. Goode – Chuck Berry
Kiss - Prince
Long Train Running – The Doobie Brothers
Mess Around – Ray Charles
Moondance - Van Morrison
Night Train – James Brown
Play That Funky Music – Wild Cherry
Rock Around The Clock – Bill Haley and the Comets
Sir Duke – Stevie Wonder
Twenty Flight Rock – Eddie Cochran
Why Did You Do It – Stretch

Christmas Songs

Frosty The Snowman
I'm Dreaming Of A White Christmas
Jingle Bells
Santa Claus Is Coming To Town

Promo Video

C'est La Vie – Chuck Berry

Minnie The Moocher

Demo tracks

Book with confidence! After events, we ask our clients what they thought of our acts. We publish what they say here, so you can read genuine, unbiased feedback before booking.

“We were extremely satisfied with Five Guys Named Moe; elated to be precise. They arrived promptly and set up quietly without disturbing our wedding breakfast. We had a short gap before the evening reception which is when they sound checked, and even that sounded good. After playing our first dance through the PA as it was a slightly unusual choice (Together You & I - Dolly Parton), we requested that the first song they play was "Rock around the Clock" as Emma and her dad used to dance to it when she was a child. They were the first on the dance floor and then everyone joined in. It was a great start to the evening and really got everyone rocking. The band knew exactly where to pitch the sets to keep the atmosphere going, and we have had no end of comments about how fantastic the band were. They added some funk tracks in to the last set, which kept the party going right till the end.”

Emma & Marek, Wedding in The New Forest, April 2018

“Just wanted to thank you for a great night's entertainment last night at the Farmhouse. We all thoroughly enjoyed the gig and look forward to seeing you again soon! Keep rocking! CD has come out really good too!”

Peter, Club Night, March 2018

“Both Clare and I wanted to thank you all so very much for a great performance at our wedding on the 20th December! It was exactly what we wanted and without any doubt made the day perfect and one to remember! Everyone I have spoken to since has said "what a brilliant band!" So thank you guys for topping off a fantastic day, (with particular reference to our opening song, I'm just sorry my dancing didn't do your music justice!) I know we will be seeing you again in the near future at one of your gigs”

Clare, Wedding, December 2017

“Thanks again for a fantastic performance on Saturday - our boss was tuned in, and made a point of saying how good you and the guys were, so I've suggested we use you again for our stand at the Kent County Show later this year. He said it was a good idea and would keep you in mind. I will do my best to get along to your CD launch, but if I can't make it.........Have a fantastic night!!!!!”

Pat, BBC Radio Kent, July 2017

“Five Guys Named Mo were absolutely fantastic, full of energy and character we loved them. Lots of our guests have commented on the brilliant music which had such a spark and verve about it. Function Central made the whole booking process a breeze and the band were very helpful beforehand too. We would definitely, and thoroughly recommend both.”

Gareth & Ali, Wedding, August 2017

“You guys were great!! Thank you so much. x”

Kelly Brook, Birthday Party, London, December 2015