Denielle and the Honeytones

🎷 Denielle and The Honeytones – Vintage Charm, World-Class Talent

Looking for a band that brings class, character, and a whole lot of groove to your event? You’ve found it.

Denielle and The Honeytones are Toronto’s go-to swing & soul band for unforgettable weddings, galas, and jazz-loving crowds. Led by JUNO-nominated vocalist Denielle Bassels, their sound blends vintage swing, blues, jazz-pop, and a dash of French sass — think Julie London meets Amy Winehouse with a modern kick.

Featuring some of Canada’s top musicians (heard regularly on JazzFM 91.1 and CBC Radio One), this powerhouse ensemble moves effortlessly from sultry cocktail sets to dance-floor-sparking swing numbers. Their chemistry is real, their energy is contagious, and their shows always leave a mark.

🎤 Where You’ve Seen Them:
TD Toronto Jazz Festival, Beaches Jazz, Kensington Market Jazz, Winterfolk, and more

Live to Air on JazzFM91
Hot Docs premiere of The Music of Strangers (Yo-Yo Ma)
Canada’s Walk of Fame, Nuit Blanche, Distillery Christmas Market
Clients include Ecco Shoes, Big Brothers & Sisters, York University, Woodbine Racetrack, and dozens of private event organizers from Waterloo to Ottawa

🎶 What They Play:
Swing & jazz classics from Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Duke Ellington
Soul & mid-century favourites: Etta James, Nina Simone, Sam Cooke
Jazzed-up pop hits & hidden gems in the style of Postmodern Jukebox
Original songs from Denielle’s JUNO-nominated albums, and select French jazz

💃 Why Clients Book Them:
Available as a 2-piece to full 9-piece ensemble, tailored to your event and budget

Years of experience playing for live Lindy-hop and swing dancers — they know how to move a crowd

Professional, easy to work with, and genuinely passionate about making every show special

Equally skilled at elegant background music or high-energy main stage performances

⭐ What the Music World Says:
“Unique and fresh!” — Farley Flex, Canadian Idol
“One of the most memorable recordings of the year.” — Terry McElligott, JazzFM
“I can count the singers ready to catapult to stardom on one hand. Denielle’s on that hand.” — Jaymz Bee, JazzFM

A Note from Denielle:
Thanks so much for stopping by! I’d love to hear more about your event and help craft something unforgettable. Whether you want a custom arrangement for your first dance, or a roaring 9-piece band with horns, violin, and full rhythm section — we’ll make it happen with heart, flair, and serious musical chops.

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