The Millionaires are a Detroit-based band specializing in Swing, Jump Blues, Rhythm & Blues, and Latin Jazz. The immediate origin of the band can be traced to the mid-1990's and a rehearsal-only project which eventually became a performing group known as The Magnificent Seven. By the end of the decade, the band had recorded their "Keep A Dollar In Your Pocket" release and settled into their new persona as "The Millionaires."

In truth, however, the die was cast long before by the many generations of great Detroit area musicians, bands, and orchestras that had one thing in common: their love for playing dance music. The musical styles within that genre, while each having their own unique qualities, also have one thing in common: they have provided us with our legacy of popular music. Today, The Millionaires remain dedicated to that cause, dedicated to playing live music - music that swings and jumps, music that gets fingers snapping and toes tapping - DANCE MUSIC.

The first thing that hits you when you see Christabel & the Jons perform is lead singer/songwriter Christa DeCicco's velvety effortless voice. Sultry, southern, and laid back, her classic delivery and stage presence often draws comparisons to Billie Holiday, Madeleine Peyroux, and Norah Jones. While the similarities are there, she's also developed a sound that's all her own, with earthy melodies and swingin' rhythm guitar work. Currently touring the country from coast to coast, she is quickly solidifying her reputation as one of the country's finest up-and-coming folk/jazz singers.

Multi-instrumentalist Seth Hopper adds colorful ambiance to the songs with his virtuoso assortment of violin, mandolin, trumpet, and accordion. The snappy rhythm section is led by Jon Whitlock on drums with Nate Donegan on upright bass. The group mixes their original songs with thoughtfully arranged jazz standards, western swing, and classic country for a sound they call Tennessee swing.

For more information about Christabel and the Jons, including music samples, head to Christabelmusic.com.