The Sound of Czech Swing

"The Sound of Czech Swing" is a time-traveling collection that brings together the smooth sounds of Czech jazz and swing from the 1930s to the 1960s. Featuring classic vocalists like Inka Zemánková, Oldřich Nový, and Jiřina Salačová alongside big band staples from Karel Vlach and R. A. Dvorský, this playlist captures an era where swing music found its own voice in the heart of Europe.

The mix includes playful tracks like “Žabák” and “Vendelíne, Co Děláš” and iconic numbers such as “Bugatti Step” by Ježek, delivering a blend of orchestrated charm and vintage dance floor energy. Whether it's the romantic crooning of “Říkej mi to potichoučku” or the upbeat rhythm of “In the Mood” performed by a local orchestra, the playlist offers a window into the golden age of Czech popular music, shaped by both homegrown talent and global swing influences.