Full Article: http://nuvo.net/blog/smokering/napier-creepin-charleys-uncertain-future
......At that same gig, my old pal Jeff Stiner slid me a copy of the new Smoke Ring CD, Fell in the Right Place, also recorded by Mahern at Farm Fresh. It is a surprisingly solid listen, Chris Wisner is sounding better then I've heard him in ages, and the band is tightassed throughout. Even as they seem to be working out whether they want to be Blackfoot or the Black Crowes, Songs like "Lonely and Frustrated" and "Fine Lookin'" are great blasts of no-frills rock that is in short supply these days.
Plus, you just gotta respect a band like Smoke Ring, a band that doesn't get a crack at the "cool" gigs or receive an iota of the hype that some of the sweater-wearing kitten-lovers in this city do, yet they are always hustling their own shows and drawing enough of a crowd to be able to pay Mahern to record them AND get the CD out, and they'll probably sell at least as many as the new Thunders or Stereo Deluxe. so, good on 'em. Long may their Rebel Flag fly.
-Jeff Napier
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Web exclusive: Thrive, Second Sun, Smokering, Sweet Dilemma
by PAUL F. P. POGUE Feb 12, 2008
Thrive, Second Sun, Smokering, Sweet Dilemma
Birdy’s
Feb. 9
Full Article: http://nuvo.net/music/article/web-exclusive-thrive-second-sun-smokering-sweet-dilemma
.....Indy’s country-fried, Southern-rock band Smokering closed out the night, returning after a long hiatus. They combine the tight rhythms of Skynyrd with the swampy, almost leisurely guitar licks Vaughan made famous, making for a jovial, agreeable bar sound if ever there was one.
Sounds Like
Good ol' Rock And Southern Rock.....
Request Smoke Ring's
Lonely And Frustrated on
Indy's own X-103 and Q-95
For Booking Contact:
Boogie Boy Booking
317-215-4135 or
smokeringindy@gmail.com
Smoke Ring is a rock and roll band based in Indianapolis, IN. Established in the latter part of 2000, "The Ring" has many different influences and styles. The band's bountiful mix of Southern Rock and Gritty Guitar, make for a powerful, dirty, yet smooth, rock and roll experience. Playing with MANY National Acts(38 Special, Jackyl, Amanda Overmeyer, to name a few), as well as countless regional & local shows, Smoke Ring is sure to please.....
OUR CD IS AVAILABLE FOR SALE, CLICK BELOW!!! After a brief hiatus, we're back to rock your ass off!! We have several gigs forth-coming. We are working on some new videos and writing some new music for the next record. All of this & plenty more are to come in the upcoming year, so stay tuned! We appreciate your continued support.....
Thanks! The Ring....
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**We'll Ship It To YOU!!**
Smoke Ring - Fell In The Right Place
9 tracks - Running Time - 39:05....
mann u guys rule.. i just saw Lynyrd Skynyrd at the NIA birmingham england.... mann that was sooo fuckin sweet.. im only 15 but dude... ur music bloody rocks !! SUPPORT SOUTHERN ROCK !!!
Just passing by to say hello....Sorry I've been so busy lately and haven't been around much....I have plenty of editing before this puppy is alright over here...... Have a brilliant Sunday and great week ahead!!!!!!!!!!!!Enjoy the Summer Solstice..... Extra love for daddy's everywhere this Sunday too!!!!!!!!!!!!! Keep on Rockin'!
HI GUYS, GREETINGS FROM NORWAY AND THANX 4 ADDING US. ITS VERY MUCH APPRECIATED, LOVE YOUR SOUND, NICE WORK. TAKE CARE AND KEEP ROCKIN... SOUTHERN OUTLAWS...NORWAY...
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