Luke Thomas & The Swing Cats coming back to Mayo

Luke Thomas & The Swing Cats have announced a brand-new nationwide tour – and this time they’re turning up the heat with swing and big band arrangements of classic rock anthems.

Think Thin Lizzy, Oasis, Queen and The Beatles reimagined with the swagger of Sinatra and the sparkle of a big band. Expect to hear 'Wonderwall' like you’ve never heard it before, 'The Boys Are Back in Town' with a swing twist, and timeless showstoppers like 'Sing Sing Sing', 'Mack The Knife', 'Puttin’ on the Ritz', 'Mr. Bojangles', 'Fly Me to the Moon' and 'New York, New York'.

Better yet, the tour is coming back to Westport Town Hall Theatre on February 28, with tickets now available from the venue or at theswingcats.ie from €28

Audiences have been on their feet and venues sold out all over the country every year for Luke Thomas & The Swing Cats' annual tour, but now this brand-new electrifying addition of rock 'n' roll adds a whole new dimension.

Their charisma and energy have taken them from headline slots at Guinness Cork Jazz Festival and Electric Picnic to TV specials on RTÉ and Virgin Media, and no fewer than nine performances for President Higgins himself!

With two number one albums, three TV concert specials and a reputation for sold-out tours, Luke Thomas & The Swing Cats are Ireland’s undisputed kings of swing!

With a stage presence that exudes timeless sophistication, electric energy and effortless cool, Luke Thomas channels the suave charisma of Sinatra and the debonair charm of Dean Martin, captivating audiences with every note. With dynamic performances and undeniable star quality, Luke Thomas & the Swing Cats pay homage to the golden era of swing, but now infuse it with rock 'n' Roll and their own modern flair.

Join Luke Thomas & The Swing Cars as they rewrite the songbook with a rock edge that promises to get audiences on their feet like never before. Sophisticated, stylish, and full of fire, this is swing for a new generation.