The Big Five
(feat. Nicolle Rochelle)
Born from the raw, burning energy of 1930s–40s Harlem and Chicago jazz — The Big Five, Berlin's finest authentic swing-era combo.
A rock-solid rhythm section, blazing horn frontline, and electrifying arrangements locked into one unstoppable force.
Digging deep into the forgotten repertoire of the swing golden age, while pouring equal passion into original compositions.
From a core quintet to a full septet lineup, adaptable to any stage, any occasion.
Seasoned veterans of Berlin's Lindy Hop and Balboa dance halls — they know exactly how to turn any room into a full-blown swing-out frenzy.
Sharp style, a burning passion for authentic swing jazz — and on top of that, the captivating vocals of Nicolle Rochelle and the special guest appearance of Sam Ghezzi.
Whether you're swinging out in Lindy Hop or gliding through Balboa, The Big Five is the only choice that matters.
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Danny Jonokuchi
& The Revisionists
(feat. Hyuna Park)
Born in the heart of New York City, the greatest swing band of today — Danny Jonokuchi & The Revisionists.
Crafting music from an unwavering love of dance.
DownBeat calls it "smile-inducing," and Syncopated Times praises it as "breezy, neat, and refreshingly enjoyable."
Broadway World declared them "the best swing band working today" — and they keep proving it right, night after night on stage.
Their latest album Together Again (2022) was released following a headline performance at Lincoln Center's Summer For The City Festival.
In 2020, their online performance of "One O'Clock Jump" earned them a unanimous victory at the inaugural Count Basie Great American Swing Contest — and the winning track went on to be featured on Late Night Basie, a tribute album honoring the great Count Basie himself.
From sharing the stage with Grammy Award-winning vocalist Catherine Russell to collaborations with an array of special guests — their legacy speaks louder than words.
The music says it all.
Sam Ghezzi Blues Band
They've left a lasting impression at Jeju Swing Camp year after year, winning hearts and building a devoted following — Sam Ghezzi Blues Band is back.
This time, not as a quartet, but as a full five-piece lineup.
The heat of swing, the fire of hot jazz, the depth of rhythm and blues — their unique blend has an almost irresistible pull that draws anyone in from the very first note.
As already proven on stage as guest vocalists with The Big Five, they hold nothing back, giving absolutely everything the moment they step into the spotlight.
When each member's exceptional talent comes together, Sam Ghezzi's performance reaches an entirely new level.
It's precisely why major events across Europe keep calling on them. And it's precisely why the return of Sam Ghezzi Blues Band — in full force — is something worth waiting for.
Ryohei Kishimoto
& Friends (feat. Ali Affleck)
A face that has become synonymous with Jeju Swing Camp — pianist Ryohei Kishimoto.
Recognized by Sam Ghezzi, Gordon Webster, and every band he has shared the stage with.
Having built his craft through Clap Stomp Swing and Asian Golden Swing Quartet, he has never been content with simply chasing a perfect sound.
What does the swing scene truly need? What energy does it crave? That search for answers led to the birth of something new.
Joining forces with Japan's finest drummer Atsuki Takizawa, and gathering the best players across Asia — a project band forged from the very top of the Asian swing scene.
And now, they're bringing it all to Jeju.
Completing this lineup is vocalist Ali Affleck. Winner of 'Best Jazz Vocalist' at the 2014 Scottish Jazz Awards, and nominated for 'Best Newcomer Artist' in 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020.
BBC JazzHouse said it best — "There is no one who can sing with as much authenticity and vibrancy as Ali."
One more highlight of Jeju Swing Camp this year — and it starts right here.
Brother Yusef
At the end of a diverse musical journey, he found his own language — 'Fattback Blues.'
Rooted in traditional fingerpicking and slide guitar, fused with the modern edge of urban blues, rock, and funk.
His right thumb drives a percussive bass line and shuffle rhythm, while his index finger simultaneously handles both rhythm and lead — all from a single guitar.
One man filling the room with a sound that surpasses an entire band. His performance never fails to inspire awe.
Before claiming blues as his calling, he explored jazz, reggae, funk, and rock, pushing across every boundary a genre could offer.
All of that experience converged into something entirely his own — the blues of Yusef.
And it's precisely why stages at blues festivals, music events, and dance gatherings around the world keep calling his name.
