SMITHFIELD FAIR
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General Info
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Genre: Acoustic / Celtic / Folk Rock
Location Baton Rouge, Un
Profile Views: 32512
Last Login: 1/2/2013
Member Since 6/10/2006
Website http://www.msplinks.com/MDFodHRwOi8vd3d3LnNtaXRoZmllbGRmYWlyLmNvbQ==
Record Label Stevenson Productions
Type of Label Indie
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Bio
Now at four decades of an original singing and songwriting journey, the members of Smithfield Fair (known from 1973 to 1989 as Charmer) are evidence that good music can be individual, intriguing, and exceptionally original. With 27 albums to their credit and an international reputation on stage, screen, radio and internet, Jan, Bob & Dudley-Brian Smith have become synonymous with an eclectic blend of rich harmony, rhythm, acoustic instrumentation and an effective pastiche of musical styles, blending Celtic and Americana - including bits of blues, gospel, jazz, folk, classical, swing and pop. Truly, as reviewers remarked, Smithfield Fair is "a folksy Supertramp" with "a definite Peter Gabriel vibe." Long noted by critics and reviewers for the warmth and high standard of quality in their recordings and performances, the trio continues its musical journey in its own unique, unwavering fashion. -
Members
Jan Smith (vocals, accordion, guitar, piano), Bob Smith (vocals, acoustic bass, percussion), Dudley-Brian Smith (vocals, acoustic guitars, mandolin, recorders) -
Influences
The Association, Bruce Cockburn, JSD Band, Jimmie Spheeris, Richie Havens, Linda Ronstadt, The Marmalade, Sweetwater, The Mamas & The Papas, The Lovin' Spoonful, America, Glenn Miller, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Loggins & Messina, Karla Bonnoff, Little River Band, JF Murphy & Salt, Simon & Garfunkel, Orleans, and so on... -
Sounds Like
Been called a folksy Supertramp...with a definite Peter Gabriel vibe...and folky jazz with a Celtic flavor. We call it Celtic jazz! .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..
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SMITHFIELD FAIR
40 years...27 albums...much more to come! Be well!!!
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SMITHFIELD FAIR
Now at 40 years - Smithfield Fair continues performing and recording. See our website at http://lnk.ms/d0xnn. We are rarely here on MySpace.
All Smithfield Fair/Charmer CD's purchased from this website by mail are $10.00 each, with free shipping and handling. BUY ANY TWO ALBUMS AT $10.00 EACH AND GET A THIRD FOR ONLY $5.00 - THAT'S 3 FOR ONLY $25.00!.
Videos
Smithfield Fair: Flowers in Her Hair
03:25 | 45 plays | Jun 30 2010
Music
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12 Songs | Aug 1, 2011
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18 Songs | Aug 1, 2010
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18 Songs | Aug 1, 2010
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17 Songs | Aug 1, 2010
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15 Songs | Aug 1, 2010
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20 Songs | Jun 2, 2010
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Bio:
.. .. Smithfield Fair has been a vehicle for the songwriting and performing talents of the Smith family for 4 decades. Starting in 1973 in Pensacola, Florida, the group focuses on original songs, tight harmonies and driving rhythms underscored by acoustic instrumentation. As Charmer and now Smithfield Fair, Jan, Dudley-Brian and Bob Smith have just (2011) released their 27th album - Every New Day. They continue to perform a selective schedule of concerts, festivals, small halls, cafes, coffeehouses and house concerts. Their music is a blend of styles from Celtic to swing, jazzy folk to acoustic pop with a little gospel and swamp pop stirred in. Truly, as one reviewer remarked, Smithfield Fair is "a folksy Supertramp." Jan, Dudley-Brian and Bob, occasionally joined in concert by long-time co-producer/guitarist J. David Praet, have performed at such events as the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and the Kerrville Folk Festival. Long noted by critics and reviewers for the warmth and high standard of quality in their recordings and performances, the trio continues to received worldwide recognition and airplay.Member Since:
June 10, 2006Members:
..Dudley-Brian Smith..
(vocals, acoustic guitars, mandolin, recorders)
..Jan Smith..
(vocals, accordion, acoustic guitars, piano)
..Bob Smith..
(vocals, acoustic bass, percussion)
Influences:
The Association, Bruce Cockburn, JSD Band, Jimmie Spheeris, Richie Havens, Linda Ronstadt, The Mamas & The Papas, The Lovin' Spoonful, America, Glenn Miller, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Loggins & Messina, Karla Bonnoff, Little River Band, JF Murphy & Salt, Simon & Garfunkel, Orleans, and so on...Sounds Like:
Been called a folksy Supertramp...with a definite Peter Gabriel vibe...and folky jazz with a Celtic flavor.Record Label:
Stevenson ProductionsShows & Events
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