Looking for an affordable live wedding or private event band band in Philadelphia, New York, New Jersey and Maryland? You've come to the right place!
After forming in 2007, Swift Technique has emerged as one of the finest Funk / Soul / R&B bands in the United States. Steeped in the tradition of James Brown, with the grit of Led Zeppelin, Swift Technique strives to represent "The Sound of Philadelphia".
It is imperative for Swift Technique to pay tribute to the Funk / Soul legends of the past, while also staying on the cutting edge of modern Funk, Pop & Soul. Any given set may feature classics from Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin or Al Green, as well as modern hits from Daft Punk, Amy Winehouse or Mark Ronson. Throughout their history, the band has made large audiences dance and groove around the United States at Brooklyn Bowl (Brooklyn), Bowery Ballroom (NYC), The Hamilton (Washington DC), Double Door (Chicago), The Fillmore (Philadelphia), Blue Nile (New Orleans), National Underground (Nashville) and The Middle East (Boston). The band has also performed at a wide variety of Universities, Weddings, Wedding Receptions, Private Parties and Corporate Events.
Swift Technique features a cast of the Northeast's finest musicians and performers. With the option of a full 9-piece lineup, the band will adjust their instrumentation to perfectly suit your event. The band's foundation consists of Philadelphia's finest rhythm section of Guitar, Electric Bass, Keyboards/Synth & Drum-kit, as well as a dynamic horn section featuring Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone and occasionally Baritone Saxophone or Sousaphone. The band is equally capable of supplying a mellow Jazz Trio/Quartet for receptions and cocktail parties, in addition to a full Funk lineup, of your choosing, to keep the party dancing all night.
Entering their tenth year, Swift Technique guarantees a professional and personal experience from start to finish. This is the band to ensure that all your friends and colleagues will be talking about your event for years to come!
AVAILABLE FOR PRIVATE EVENTS: Weddings, Corporate Events and private affairs both big and small.
None too big, none too small, none to causal, or as big as a Ball.
"Because I've had a hand in the music/entertainment business for a decent amount of time, I was very picky when it came time to choose a band for my oldest daughter's wedding. We looked at a ton of videos and traveled many miles to hear all the bands that most interested us. Swift Technique was the clear winner...and did they ever deliver. The group was the perfect blend of fun vs professional. Very classy with a HUGE and full sound. Tight as could be, delivering a perfect selection of crowd pleasing favs with awesome vocals. Some very special requests were no problem either!!!!
They were also exceptionally easy with which to work. Their performance was so perfect that my second daughter honestly said, "Dad, don't even look around for a band. We want to book Swift Technique for our wedding"
Two weddings and one private gig later..Swift Technique rocked it every time. I can't say enough nice things about this group of talented, and kind, people." - Dale W. - The Hilton, Baltimore Inner Harbor
When we saw a video of Swift technique on Jon Ardito's website, we knew that was the band we wanted to hire. We absolutely loved their energy and funk/soul vibe in the video reel. They were somehow even better in person. They are a real band so might not know as many of "todays hits" as other wedding bands but they bring such a good energy and talent since they play together all the time. We had so many guests tell us how they made the wedding and how amazing they were. Thank you so much again! Lauren T. - Bartram's Gardens
Amazing from start to finish. So easy to work with. We hired Swift Technique for our wedding and they were truly outstanding. I cried when I heard the recording of the song I walked down the aisle to. I would recommend to anyone looking for a fun, talented wedding band! Ariel M - The Racquet Club
"There are no words that can adequately express our gratitude and appreciation for Swift Technique. The band made our wedding night incredible. Swift Technique is an outstanding band and any couple would be beyond lucky to have them as a wedding band. They get involved with every aspect of the event and take the party to the next level with their energy, spirit, and sound.” - Rebecca N. - UPENN Museum of Anthropology & Archaeology
"I couldn't recommend Swift Technique more -- they put on an amazing show at my wedding and had the dance floor packed the entire night. They were high energy and funky without any of the cheesy wedding band stuff. They were a totally low maintenance vendor that I never had to chase after to get a meeting scheduled or question answered. The best!" - Hillary T. – National Museum of Jewish American History
"Best wedding band I've heard at any wedding...EVER!" - Christopher D. (Christopher's Kitchen Catering)
“Swift Technique is a band beyond comparison. They are entertainers at their core and made the music at our wedding one of the highlights of the entire night. They bring both professionalism and funk to the stage and anyone would be lucky to work with them.” - Nick and Emily R. - Richmond Hall - Philadelphia, PA
“Our wedding guests were amazed. All night long people were asking, "where did you FIND these guys?!? They're INCREDIBLE." This came from musicians and non-musicians, kids and senior citizens." - Jack K., - Willowwood Arboretum
“We couldn't have imagined a more energetic, upbeat wedding on such a fun day without a band like Swift Technique. They truly delivered and we are forever grateful!" - Andrea K. - Annapolis Maritime Museum
SONG LIST
Swift Technique prepares a custom repertoire that will provide the perfect musical soundtrack for your event.
The importance of this unique playlist can't be understated; and it's our passion!
Below you can find some of the group's most popular cover musical material.
Original music selections can be found here.
Additionally included with your rate, the band will learn three unique special request songs.
DMSR - Prince
Kiss - Prince
Wanna Be Your Lover - Prince
1999 - Prince
Jungle Love - Morris Day
The Bird - Morris Day
I Wish - Stevie Wonder
Superstition - Stevie Wonder
Sir Duke - Stevie Wonder
Signed, Sealed, Delivered - Stevie Wonder
Living for the City - Stevie Wonder
As - Stevie Wonder
The Weight - Aretha Franklin
Rock Steady - Aretha Franklin
Respect - Aretha Franklin
Don't Stop Til You Get Enough - Michael Jackson
Shake Your Body - Michael Jackson
PYT - Michael Jackson
Billie Jean- Michael Jackson
Psycho Killer - Talking Heads
Naive Melody - Talking Heads
Dock of the Bay - Otis Redding
Try A Little Tenderness - Otis Redding
Use Me Up - Bill Withers
Ain't No Sunshine - Bill Withers
Harlem - Bill Withers
Shining Star - Earth, Wind & Fire
Serpentine Fire - Earth, Wind & Fire
September - Earth, Wine & Fire
Let’s Get It On - Marvin Gaye
What’s Going On - Marvin Gaye
Inner City Blues - Marvin Gaye
Heard it Through the Grapevine - Marvin Gaye
Proud Mary - Tina Turner
What is Hip? - Tower of Power
Dixie Chicken - Little Feat
Like a Prayer - Madonna
Gimme Gimme Gimme - Abba
You Are The Best Thing - Ray Lamontagne
I Can’t Go For That - Hall & Oates
I Feel Good- James Brown
Hold On, I'm Coming- Sam and Dave
Come Together - The Beatles
Higher and Higher- Jackie Wilson
Celebration- Kool and the Gang
Shakedown Street- The Grateful Dead
Shout- Otis Day & The Knights
Hey Ya – Outkast
Crazy - Gnarls Barkley
Treasure – Bruno Mars
Africa – Toto
Jump In the Line – Harry Belafonte
We Are Family - Sister Sledge
You Shook Me All Night Long - AC/DC
Crazy In Love - Beyonce
Valerie - Amy Winehouse
Sex Machine - James Brown
The Seed 2.0 - The Roots
Uptown Funk - Mark Ronson
Get Lucky - Daft Punk
Julius - Phish
Rollercoaster of Love - Ohio Players
Take Me To The River - Al Green
Give It To Me Baby - Rick James
Cissy Strut - The Meters
Mercy, Mercy, Mercy - Joe Zawinul
Iko, Iko - Dr. John
Come Together - The Beatles
S.O.B- Nathaniel Rateliff & The Nightsweats
Need Never Get Old- Nathaniel Rateliff
If You Want Me To Stay - Sly & the Family Stone
Ballads At Last - Etta James
Into the Mystic – Van Morrison
Crazy Love - Van Morrison
Can’t Help Falling In Love - Elvis
Let’s Get It On - Marvin Gaye
Tennessee Whiskey- Chris Stapleton
