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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2025
July 18, 2025 : Outdoor concert in Howell
Bring chairs and blankets and get there early for a seat on the hill in front of the swingingest band in town - at the old Howell Court House. The performnace runs 7-9 PM. Free
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July 31, 2025 : Outdoor concert in Oxford
Bring chairs and blankets and watch and listen to some movin' swing music! We play 6:30-8:30 PM in Centennial Park, Oxford. Sponsored by the DDA.
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August 7, 2025 : Outdoor concert in Pigeon
Bring your blankets and chairs to enjoy authentic swing played in the back of an old barn-turned-bandshell! 7-9 PM!
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December 20, 2025 : Dinner-Dance at the Detroit Yacht Club
"An Early New Year's Eve" at the Detroit Yacht Club’s Grand Ballroom. See the PDF attachment for details. Option #1: Dance no Dinner: Cash Bar at 6:00. Dance lesson included with admission 7 pm to 8 pm. Dance 8:15pm to Midnight. $45 in advance or $55 at the Door. Options #2: Dinner & Dance: Cash Bar at 6:00. Plated Dinner at: 6:30. $99 per person. RSO plays swing and ballroom dancing from 8:15 to Midnight. Vintage, cocktail, formal and snappy attire. For reservations send a check payable to John Gibson, 1074 Lakepointe, Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230 or use credit card at https://comedancewith.us/dyc
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2026
January 15, 2026 : Concert in Sterling Heights
Concert at the Sterling Heights Community Center, as part of their "Coffee House" series. There will be space for dancing, too! We perform from 6 to 8 PM
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January 24, 2026 : Dinner-Dance in Dearborn
Detroit Burns Club annual dinner-dance to honor the poetry of Robert Burns. 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 Pelister Park in Dearborn. Their admission price is a fantastic deal for the live entertainment, drink and food! Buy a table and bring your friends. Call 248-987-4654 for tickets
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- Private Events
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- Community Events
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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.