Have A Banana-The Jive Aces
- johnaalex
- May 10
- 2 min read
Have A Banana-The Jive Aces
Released 11th April 2025. Available on digital platforms.
Reviewed by: Terry Mead 05/05/2025
The Jive Aces a six-piece jive band from Essex, UK released their vibrant new single, Have a Banana on Friday 11th April, just in time for "National Banana Day" on April 16th. This upbeat track, penned by film director Kevin Short, captures the band’s signature high-energy swing style with a playful twist, celebrating the quirky charm of the beloved fruit.
The single spun out of Short’s independent film “Bonnie and Clive,” where it serves as a thematic centrepiece, enhancing the movie’s adventurous and lighthearted spirit. This collaboration blends The Jive Aces’ infectious musical flair with Short’s creative storytelling, promising a delightful treat for both fans and filmgoers.
The Jive Aces are· Ian Clarkson · Vince Hurley · Ken Smith · Peter Howell · John Fordham · Alex Douglas · Grazia Clarkson ·
Single Review:
Have A Banana- In your pyjamas with your wife Ian suggests, with lyrics like that you know its going to be a jolly tongue in cheek fun tune and it certainly is to a mid-tempo swing beat. Plenty of musical accompaniment which also blends into to the lyrics with some quirky sounds.
This is a sure fire hit with a live audience and The Jive Aces antics on stage whipping it up. Check it out it’s a party piece.
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Track List:
Have A Banana
Band Bio:
The Jive Aces are a six-piece UK-based, swing band that was formed in 1989.They were Britain's Got Talent semi-finalists in 2012. They have released 12 albums, as well as compilations, EPs and singles and have performed at numerous major events, festivals, theatres and venues in over 40 countries.
The band was founded by vocalist Ian Clarkson, drummer Peter Howell (who went to school with Ian in Billericay), bassist Ken Smith and saxophonist "Big" John Fordham. The four met in East London jive and jazz clubs. They cut their teeth street entertaining and were soon being offered shows in UK and Europe. After several years of touring the band with various other musicians, the four met Alex Douglas (trombone, bongos, blues harp, washboard) and Vince Hurley (piano) who became permanent members. Grazia Clarkson, the band's publicist, has also become a regular performing member playing several featured songs on accordion.
The band is recognized as one of the top swing bands in the world, something borne out by their extensive international travel (the band has performed in over 40 countries). The June 2015 issue of Vintage Rock magazine described them as the "UK's number one jive and swing band".
They have received awards from Variety, the Children's Charity and the City of Derry International Music Award in 2006. On 12 September 2018 The Jive Aces won "Best Band" at the Boisdale Music Awards. The award was presented by Jools Holland, who then joined the band for a boogie woogie jam session.
The band is also notable for having strong links to the Church of Scientology as members of the Sea Organization,and for promoting the group and its missions.
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