Smokestack

Smokestack is a provocative and highly energetic band that successfully fuses Rock, R&B, Jazz, and Latin styles. With an emphasis on tight grooves, melodic songs, and sophisticated improvisation, Smokestack has developed a truly unique and refreshing sound. Its no coincidence that shortly after JamBase named Smokestack one of the Bands to See Live in 2005, Relix magazine listed them number one in the On the Verge section of their March issue. Whether you describe their sound as rock, funk, pop, R&B, Latin, or any mixture thereof, this quartet from Ann Arbor, MI has got something going, and the recognition they are receiving is well deserved. At a time when so many markets are saturated with up-and-coming bands, Smokestack is able to distinguish itself as a result of strong musicianship, well thought-out arrangements, and extraordinary song writing. All four members of the band are schooled musicians and have a knack for writing catchy tunes that incorporate a good deal of improvisation. This freedom within Smokestacks compositions allows for new and exciting performances every time the band hits the stage and keeps even the most die-hard fans guessing. Smokestacks energy and creativity are currently at an all time high as they boast a repertoire of close to fifty original songs, with many more to come. Smokestack began touring the country in 2001 and along the way has shared the stage with national acts such as the Allman Brothers, Umphreys McGee, Dark Star Orchestra, Moe, Ekoostik Hookah, Jacob-Fred Jazz Odyssey, and the Victor Wooten Band. While the road has yielded a fair amount of success, the band recently decided to concentrate on playing a larger number of local shows in an effort to further develop a burgeoning Midwest fan base. As a result, Smokestack has already seen its crowds more than double in many areas across Michigan and Ohio. As Revolving Door magazine puts it, if the opportunity is available to see Smokestack in action, jump at the chance because sooner or later, their shows will begin to sell out.