8 1/2 Souvenirs

Jazz/swing revival bands originally active from 1994 to 2000, with a reunion show in 2004. They returned to playing regular shows in 2014. As of 2020, the band began working on a new album produced by Charlie Sexton, scheduled for release on Jan 11, 2022. The band was formed in 1994 by French-born guitarist and singer Olivier Giraud, with Glover Gill on piano and accordion. The group featured a succession of female lead vocalists over the years, including Kathy (née Kiser) Benayoun, Julianna Sheffield, and Chrysta Bell. The current line-up features Olivier Giraud, Kathy Benayoun, Dan Walton (keys), Todd Wulfmeyer (bass), and Robb Kidd (drums).