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big-t and the bada-bings
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Take two parts big band swing and one part rock-and-roll, add a jigger of Sinatra and a pony of Stevie Ray Vaughn, and what do you get?
Big-T and the Bada-Bings,
the nation's top party band!
Whether you’re planning a wedding, reception, corporate party, trade show, or concert, Big-T will transform your function into a night at the Sands!
Based in Dallas, Texas, this 6-, 12- or 19-piece Big Band blends a unique mixture of Blues, Swing, Big Band and Classic Rock to deliver a guaranteed good time. Big T himself combines the soul of B.B. King with the swagger of Tony Soprano and the vocal chops of Ol’ Blue Eyes. Listed by the top meeting planners, event planners and talent agent, he’s Dean Martin, Bobby Darrin and Buster Poindexter rolled into one, backed by a smokin’ band that’ll knock your socks off. Add a whiff of cigar smoke and a fifth of bourbon, and Bada-FREAKIN-Bing, you’ve got yourself a party!
Craig Thompson, better known as “Big-T,” has a reputation for doing things in a mighty big way. The former sumo wrestler who used to tip the scales at 400 pounds has since reinvented himself as a singer and bandleader, performing to packed houses across the country and overseas.
Born to be Wild, the band’s first CD, showcases Thompson’s amazing vocal range, as he covers genres ranging from swingin’ Vegas jazz to classic rock, blues, ’60s soul and romantic ballads. The critically acclaimed album has proven a hit with his fans, and has been nominated for Best Album of the Year by the Swing Awards.
This 12 or 18 piece big band based in Dallas Texas blending blues, swing and Sinatra. Contains a mailing list, a profile, a biography of band leader Craig Thompson, photographs, and Real Audio samples.
Big-T and the Bada-Bings,
the nation's top party band!
Whether you’re planning a wedding, reception, corporate party, trade show, or concert, Big-T will transform your function into a night at the Sands!
Based in Dallas, Texas, this 6-, 12- or 19-piece Big Band blends a unique mixture of Blues, Swing, Big Band and Classic Rock to deliver a guaranteed good time. Big T himself combines the soul of B.B. King with the swagger of Tony Soprano and the vocal chops of Ol’ Blue Eyes. Listed by the top meeting planners, event planners and talent agent, he’s Dean Martin, Bobby Darrin and Buster Poindexter rolled into one, backed by a smokin’ band that’ll knock your socks off. Add a whiff of cigar smoke and a fifth of bourbon, and Bada-FREAKIN-Bing, you’ve got yourself a party!
Craig Thompson, better known as “Big-T,” has a reputation for doing things in a mighty big way. The former sumo wrestler who used to tip the scales at 400 pounds has since reinvented himself as a singer and bandleader, performing to packed houses across the country and overseas.
Born to be Wild, the band’s first CD, showcases Thompson’s amazing vocal range, as he covers genres ranging from swingin’ Vegas jazz to classic rock, blues, ’60s soul and romantic ballads. The critically acclaimed album has proven a hit with his fans, and has been nominated for Best Album of the Year by the Swing Awards.
This 12 or 18 piece big band based in Dallas Texas blending blues, swing and Sinatra. Contains a mailing list, a profile, a biography of band leader Craig Thompson, photographs, and Real Audio samples.
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