Miles Davis, Jackie Wilson, Parliament, Otis Redding, John Coltrane, The Yound Disciples, Stevie Wonder, The Olympics, Billie Holiday, The Temptations, Afrika Bambaata, Kool & The Gang, Breakestra, Steel Pulse, Horace Silver, John Lee Hooker, Marvin Gaye, Sharon Jones, Al Wilson, Donald Byrd, Aretha Franklin, Incognito, The Bar Kays, Ray Charles, King Tubby, Corrine Bailey Rae, Curtis Mayfield, War, Wilson Pickett, Grandmaster Flash, The Meters, Bo Diddley, Bob Marley, Etta James, Herbie Hancock, Junior Walker, Sam Cooke, Isaac Hayes, James Brown, Burning Spear, Amy Winehouse, King Curtis, Cymanide, Gil Scott Heron, Roy Ayers, Lee Morgan, Eddie Floyd, Oscar Peterson, The Mastersounds, Howlin' Wolf, Ramsey Lewis, Duffy, Jimmy Smith, Haggis Horns, Jorge Ben, Motown, Spanky Wilson, Robert Johnson, Celia Cruz, Sergio Mendez, Horace Andy, Ray Barretto, Sarah Webster Fabio, Mark Murphy, Oscar Brown Jr, Airto & Flora, Reuben Wilson, Bernard "pretty" Purdie, Freddie Hubbard, Blue Note, Prestige, Impulse, Chess Records, Quantic, Quincy Jones, Lalo Schiffrin, Fania All Stars, Tania Maria, Ultimate Force, Jackie Mclean, Johnny "guitar" Watson, Booker T & The MGs, Dr John, Allan Toussaint, Brian Auger, Stax, Professor Longhair, Julie Driscoll, Wild magnolias, Daptone Records, Main Source, Theloneous Monk, Chico Hamilton, Eddie & Charlie Palmieri, Toots and The Maytals, Martha Reeves, Erik B & Rakim, Muddy Waters, The Dap Kings, Art Blakey, Lyn Collins, Sly & the Family Stone
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entry to all listed gigs is free unless otherwise stated
JUNE
FRI 26 JUNE: HARLEM SHUFFLE Resident DJ John Hope mixes up a melting pot of funk, motown, latin, northern soul, 60s beat, dancefloor reggae and old school hip hop flavours from 10pm until 3am. FREE ENTRY.
SAT 27 JUNE: ROOTDOWN Leeds’ only Saturday night Funk & Soul party. Resident DJ Chico Malo plays the super sounds of: James Brown / Al Wilson / Marva Whitney / Sly & The Family Stone / Jackie Wilson / Kool & The Gang / Sam & Dave / Breakestra / Eddie Bo / Aretha Franklin & more....
JULY
FRI 03 JUL: HARLEM SHUFFLE Resident DJ dot9 mixes up a melting pot of funk, motown, latin, northern soul, 60s beat, dancefloor reggae and old school hip hop flavours from 10pm until 3am. FREE ENTRY.
SAT 04 JUL: ROOTDOWN Leeds’ only Saturday night Funk & Soul party. Resident DJ Chico Malo plays the super sounds of: James Brown / Al Wilson / Marva Whitney / Sly & The Family Stone / Jackie Wilson / Kool & The Gang / Sam & Dave / Breakestra / Eddie Bo / Aretha Franklin & more....
THU 09 JUL: La Cave A Night of 60s, Psyche, Beat & Soul the 2nd Thursday of each month with guests and residents from the likes of Brighton Beach. Free Entry. 10pm - 2am.
FRI 10 JUL: HARLEM SHUFFLE Resident DJ John mixes up a melting pot of funk, motown, latin, northern soul, 60s beat, dancefloor reggae and old school hip hop flavours from 10pm until 3am. FREE ENTRY.
SAT 11 JUL: ROOTDOWN Leeds’ only Saturday night Funk & Soul party. Resident DJ Chico Malo plays the super sounds of: James Brown / Al Wilson / Marva Whitney / Sly & The Family Stone / Jackie Wilson / Kool & The Gang / Sam & Dave / Breakestra / Eddie Bo / Aretha Franklin & more....
THU 16 JUL: Voice Of The People A soundclash of ska, rocksteady, blue beat and Jamaican funk with resident Bod (Moonstomp / Jukejoint) + guests every 3rd Thursday of the month. 10pm - 2am. FREE ENTRY.
FRI 17 JUL: HARLEM SHUFFLE Resident DJ Rory mixes up a melting pot of funk, motown, latin, northern soul, 60s beat, dancefloor reggae and old school hip hop flavours from 10pm until 3am. FREE ENTRY.
SAT 18 JUL: ROOTDOWN Leeds’ only Saturday night Funk & Soul party. Resident DJ Chico Malo plays the super sounds of: James Brown / Al Wilson / Marva Whitney / Sly & The Family Stone / Jackie Wilson / Kool & The Gang / Sam & Dave / Breakestra / Eddie Bo / Aretha Franklin & more....
FRI 24 JUL: HARLEM SHUFFLE Resident DJ Paul Dunphy mixes up a melting pot of funk, motown, latin, northern soul, 60s beat, dancefloor reggae and old school hip hop flavours from 10pm until 3am. FREE ENTRY.
SAT 25 JUL: ROOTDOWN Leeds’ only Saturday night Funk & Soul party. Resident DJ Chico Malo plays the super sounds of: James Brown / Al Wilson / Marva Whitney / Sly & The Family Stone / Jackie Wilson / Kool & The Gang / Sam & Dave / Breakestra / Eddie Bo / Aretha Franklin & more....
FRI 31 JUL: HARLEM SHUFFLE Resident DJ Baboon mixes up a melting pot of funk, motown, latin, northern soul, 60s beat, dancefloor reggae and old school hip hop flavours from 10pm until 3am. FREE ENTRY.
AUGUST
SAT 01 AUG: ROOTDOWN Leeds’ only Saturday night Funk & Soul party. Resident DJ Chico Malo plays the super sounds of: James Brown / Al Wilson / Marva Whitney / Sly & The Family Stone / Jackie Wilson / Kool & The Gang / Sam & Dave / Breakestra / Eddie Bo / Aretha Franklin & more....
FRI 07 AUG: HARLEM SHUFFLE Resident DJs Ste Brazil & Jonathan Marsden mix up a melting pot of funk, motown, latin, northern soul, 60s beat, dancefloor reggae and old school hip hop flavours from 10pm until 3am. FREE ENTRY.
SAT 08 AUG: ROOTDOWN Leeds’ only Saturday night Funk & Soul party. Resident DJ Chico Malo plays the super sounds of: James Brown / Al Wilson / Marva Whitney / Sly & The Family Stone / Jackie Wilson / Kool & The Gang / Sam & Dave / Breakestra / Eddie Bo / Aretha Franklin & more....
THU 13 AUG: La Cave A Night of 60s, Psyche, Beat & Soul the 2nd Thursday of each month with guests and residents from the likes of Brighton Beach. Free Entry. 10pm - 2am.
FRI 14 AUG: HARLEM SHUFFLE Resident DJ John mixes up a melting pot of funk, motown, latin, northern soul, 60s beat, dancefloor reggae and old school hip hop flavours from 10pm until 3am. FREE ENTRY.
SAT 15 AUG: ROOTDOWN Leeds’ only Saturday night Funk & Soul party. Resident DJ Chico Malo plays the super sounds of: James Brown / Al Wilson / Marva Whitney / Sly & The Family Stone / Jackie Wilson / Kool & The Gang / Sam & Dave / Breakestra / Eddie Bo / Aretha Franklin & more....
THU 20 AUG: Voice Of The People A soundclash of ska, rocksteady, blue beat and Jamaican funk with resident Bod (Moonstomp / Jukejoint) + guests every 3rd Thursday of the month. 10pm - 2am. FREE ENTRY.
FRI 21 AUG: HARLEM SHUFFLE Resident DJs mix up a melting pot of funk, motown, latin, northern soul, 60s beat, dancefloor reggae and old school hip hop flavours from 10pm until 3am. FREE ENTRY.
SAT 22 AUG: ROOTDOWN Leeds’ only Saturday night Funk & Soul party. Resident DJ Chico Malo plays the super sounds of: James Brown / Al Wilson / Marva Whitney / Sly & The Family Stone / Jackie Wilson / Kool & The Gang / Sam & Dave / Breakestra / Eddie Bo / Aretha Franklin & more....
Smokestack is a late night bar / club opened by the team that bought you Sandinista! in November of 2007. The name has its roots in the seminal blues track ‘Smokestack Lightning’ by Howlin’ Wolf and the celebrated Blue Note album by Andrew Hill. With this in mind, Smokestack takes customers on a musical voyage through New Orleans funk, Harlem Jazz and Memphis soul, stopping to pick up some Chicago blues, reggae and old school hip hop along the way.
Spread over two floors, the first floor has a relaxed, speakeasy lounge feel with a collection of soft booths and sofas to sink into as you sample the extensive drinks list. ‘The Roost’ on the top floor features club nights showcasing live music from local and touring acts, alongside sets from some of the most reputable funk and soul DJs in the UK.
Our state-side cocktail list takes you from New Orleans to New York, via San Francisco and The Islands showcasing the classics alongside Smokestack originals, with a spirit selection to rival any in Leeds. As well as a wide variety of premium bourbons, rums, tequilas and fine malts, we also stock a selection of celebrated bottled ales, lagers and fruit beers, not forgetting some exceptional wines. Our bartenders are experienced, friendly and personable and will happily assist in finding something to suit your taste.
Private Hire
Our top floor bar, "The Roost" is available for private or corporate hire. The Roost is situated on the second floor of the building and boasts a capacity for 150 people with a venue floor size of 55m². With a built in stage and dance floor, DJ booth and high spec. system we’re able to cater for all your needs, whether you want live music, DJs or even a performance and presentation space. And if you require food, we offer 2 creole / cajun themed buffet options prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, fresh from the kitchen of Sandinista!
The Roost is available for hire Monday to Thursday with a license till 2am. Friday to Sunday can be considered depending on the time and nature of the booking. Our license over this time can run until 4am but weekend private bookings do have certain conditions.
Click here to download our Private & Corporate Hire brochure.
For more info or to make a booking please call the bar on 0113 245 2222.
Social & team events
Fancy an event with a bit of originality and fun? Whether it is a team building event or a classy stag or hen do, we’ve got the perfect solution…
The Smokestack Bartending Masterclass
Situated in ‘The Roost’, giving you your own space and a private bar, The Smokestack Bartending Masterclass gives you the chance to get behind the other side of the bar and learn the basics of cocktail making from some of Leeds’ finest bartenders. From Mojitos to Manhattans we can show you how it’s done and then let you try and take the reins!
With the chance to learn the basics through a series of fun activities whilst at the same time sampling some of the world’s best spirits and cocktails, how can you resist? These sessions are both inclusive and engaging and are a great alternative team activity! As well as all the wonderful drinks, the cost of the day includes lunch in the form of a buffet. Costing is specific to an event vary depending on numbers, length of session and any additional criteria requested. Please contact the bar for more details.
Opening Hours
Sun - Thu: 5pm – 2am
Fri & Sat: 3pm – 3am (2nd floor club "The Roost" open from 10pm)
We are on our way for another UK tour to celebrate our new single - The Power!
We would love to see you at one of our shows, so come and say hello...
Liverpool, Magnet - Feb 26 Sheffield, Tuesday Club presents… - Feb 27 Nottingham, The Maze! - Feb 28 Leeds, Hifi Club - Mar 1 Cambridge, Soul Tree - Mar 3 Bristol, Start The Bus - Mar 4 Manchester, Mint Lounge - Mar 5 London, Madame Jo Jo's - Mar 6 Birmingham, Hare & Hounds -Mar 7 Wales, Detonate 10th Birthday Weekender! - Mar 8
Check out tommorrows ITV morning show ;THIS MORNING G dog, our Bass player will be on there, doing a little bit of bussiness, he will be getting a brand new sharp image, and sporting the finest STELLA FRAYS TShirt, and we have one in baby pink for PARIS HILTION to ware, lets see if see does!!!!!! If you miss the show, come and join the action at the SANTINISTA,LEEDS tommorow night where we will be making some noise,
Check out the Rob Durbin Trio. Classic soul Jazz and Hammond funk from the Blue Note & Verve archives. This Friday 6th June Free entry. Be there or be square daddio!
We're really looking forward to playing next Friday, and we've been dusting off some hot&heavy grooves for your discerning audience.
Maximum respect to you also for arranging that tribute over 2 nights to Jason Rae in June. For anyone interested there is a great documentary on The Haggis Horns featuring Jason Rae in 4/5 parts on Youtube. Poignant & affirming at the same time!
Hi Chico Thank's for the tip on Indestructible! Roberto Rodriguez is one of my favourite trumpet players - got him on Broadway album Paraiso - our new album 'Our Mam in Havana' comes out in April - maybe we could do something at the Smokestack end April/May - I'll try to make it down to a gig night in March once the mixing's through! cheers mucho HLV Sue
Both Me & Roxy would love to see you at our crimbo do but if you can't make it we wish you all a Merry Christmas & New Year and thank you for all your support in 2007, see you next year! Big Loves Nadine & Roxy xxxxx
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