Lindy Hop thrives on rhythm, energy, and the perfect soundtrack. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just finding your swing legs, the right music can make all the difference. For 2025, we’ve curated a mix of must-play classics and fresh picks that’ll keep your feet moving and your heart swinging.
Timeless Lindy Hop Classics
These tracks never go out of style—expect to hear them at every jam, social, or competition:
- "Shiny Stockings" – Ella Fitzgerald & Count Basie (1963)
A smooth, sassy tune perfect for playful footwork. - "Jumpin’ at the Woodside" – Count Basie (1938)
Fast, fiery, and a quintessential jam-circle anthem. - "Flying Home" – Lionel Hampton (1942)
A high-energy classic with a killer sax solo. - "T’aint What You Do" – Jimmie Lunceford (1939)
Irresistible call-and-response vocals for dynamic partnering.
Fresh Swing Picks for 2025
New artists and revivals are keeping Lindy Hop alive. Here’s what’s trending this year:
- "Swing Revival Suite" – The Hot Honey Jazz Collective (2024)
A modern big-band banger with a neo-swing twist. - "Boogie Down the Aisle" – Dandy Wellington & The Swingers (2025)
Upbeat, cheeky, and tailor-made for social dancing. - "Midnight Stomp" – The Speakeasy Three (2023)
Moody, bluesy, and packed with rhythmic surprises. - "Chatterbox" – Jonathan Stout & His Campus Five ft. Laura Windley (2024)
Vintage vibes meet crisp production—ideal for Balboa or Lindy.
Honorable Mentions
Don’t sleep on these underrated gems:
- "The Jitterbug Stroll" – The Solomon Douglas Swingtet (2022)
- "Sugar Blues" – Catherine Russell (2019)
- "Lindy Hopper’s Delight" – Gordon Webster (2015, but still a floor-filler)
Pro tip: Many 2025 playlists blend these tracks with AI-mastered remasters of old vinyl recordings—crisper sound without losing that analog warmth. Happy dancing, and let us know your 2025 favorites in the comments!
