When one looks at the list of bands performing this year at Downtown Sounds, it becomes apparent that Main Street Events is employing all of the Upstate’s utility players. All the bands perform in multiple settings, from wedding receptions and corporate events to bars and outdoor festivals like Downtown Sounds.

This week’s band, Black Tie Affair, is no different, having played a variety of events all over the state. The band specializes in just about everything, including classical jazz, swing, rock, beach, oldies, blues, country, R&B and pop music.

Black Tie Affair member Tim Sanders said the band differentiates between formal events and events like Downtown Sounds.

“Many of our events require tuxedos,” Sanders said, “People see us a lot in tuxedos at wedding receptions setting the mood; at Downtown Sounds we’re a little more casual.”

Downtown Sounds attendees can expect quite the variety this evening, with songs like “Brown-Eyed Girl” potentially being paired with David Lee Roth’s “Just a Gigolo.” If the band decides to ditch the pop side of their possible set list, they can dip into their well of jazz standards, like “Fly Me to the Moon,” “New York, New York,” and “As Time Goes By.”

Black Tie Affair fits very well with the selection of party bands that have already graced Downtown Sounds with their presence.

The best thing to anticipate on your way to this show is just about everything.

“We want everyone to leave their tuxedo at home,” Sanders said, “But bring your dancin’ shoes, and come join us for some great music.”