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the smarts
Pop / Jazz / Indie

""smart as a whip""

Minneapolis,
United States

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Last Login:  7/24/2008
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  http://www.myspace.com/thesmartsband  

   the smarts: General Info
Member Since6/10/2006
Band Websitethesmartsband.com
Band Members

joe weismann

vocals, bass, guitars

 

jimmy kennedy

vocals, keyboards, guitars

 

morris engel

vocals, percussion

Influencesanyone who is smarter than a chimp
Sounds Likebacharach-esque
Type of LabelNone





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Jul 28 2008 8:00P
Acadia Minneapolis, Minnesota
Aug 25 2008 8:00P
Acadia Minneapolis

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   About the smarts

“Imagine if the members of Steely Dan were Midwestern softies instead of New York snots and you’ll begin to grasp this smooth, jazzy pop trio.”

 

  Minnesota Monthly —

 

With a collective résumé that ranges from the proto-grunge Glenrustles, to the retro swing-jazz of the Hothead Fiasco and the Jaztronauts, to country and bluegrass outfits like the Vibrochamps and the Becky Schlegel Band, to Minneapolis rock icons like Chan Poling and Tina Schlieske’s Lola & the Red Hots, its hard to believe the Smarts only consists of three players.

 

Their debut CD, “A Tribute To” has garnered some critical notice, and the band has spent the last half-year as the house band for Minnesota Public Radio's "In the Loop" program — (http://minnesota.publicradio.org/radio/programs/in_the_loop/) a topical talk/variety show that requires the band to compose and perform a new pop song each month, based on each show’s theme. Topics covered have included such pop-music mainstays as Diplomacy, Voter Apathy and Seasonal Affective Disorder. Though not yet a fixture on the Minneapolis club scene, the Smarts are currently aiming to find a regular venue for their unique, Brill Building influenced brand of catchy, original jazz-pop.


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The Maxx Band





Jun 16 2008 6:21 PM

Thanks for the friends!
hope to see ya @ a show!

maxx band
"The After Work Set" with The Maxx Band ft. Ray Covington!

Every Friday @ Arnellia's
1182 W University - St. Paul, MN
www. arnellias. com

* Drink Specials!
* Food Specials!
* Live Music!
* NO COVER CHARGE!

Party Starts @ 5:00pm with DJ Jeffrey Craig, formerly of the KMOJ Morning Show

Band plays from 7-11pm

Swing on by right after work & get
down with some old school FUNK!

for more info http://www. maxxboyentertainment. com/after_work_set
Seymore Saves The World





May 16 2008 8:21 PM

New Songs Posted!!!!!
technoplunder





Apr 15 2008 2:01 PM

Thank You for the add, Smart People! Please plunder away at my site. All downloads are free. Songs can be used as a method of torture.
Annalee





Mar 29 2008 7:05 AM

I love this quote. I pray that the people of the world will do more of this:

Don't walk behind me, I may not lead. Don't walk in front of me, I may not follow. Just walk beside me and be my friend.
- Albert Camus

Annalee
Seal Pool/John Pod





Mar 18 2008 9:34 AM

It's a little early, but happy Father's Day!

tommy peterson





Mar 14 2008 9:33 AM

have you guys seen my socks?
i believe i was wearing them the last time i played with you. they're still missing.
...hmmm?
PopROCKS!





Feb 21 2008 12:26 AM

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cloudchair





Jan 14 2008 12:28 AM

Hi there.
Thank you for adding me.
I'm glad to meet you here.
Best wishes. Peace.

Jake


cloudchair
CREMINI





Jan 9 2008 2:42 AM

Photo Sharing and Video Hosting at Photobucket
mark





Dec 17 2007 2:14 PM

bitchin' show last nite at the Klub
Sarah Pray





Dec 12 2007 8:46 PM

hey how u all doing? You guys were so fun to listen to and play with at Stellas. I just wanted to drop by and say hi...hope to see you again soon!
Nutcracker Suite Electronique





Nov 19 2007 5:46 PM

!!!!! the smarts !!!!!!!

Ya know, you and your page are what MySpace is all about.

You ROCK!

"The Season" is nearly upon us. When you're in the mood to blast some techno Sugar Plum Fairy, or chill out to Arabian Dance, you know where to find it!

Drop by and SHOUT OUT!

Brète

PS: What are you getting me for Christmas? ;)

CD at CD Baby MP3s at SoundClick

Buy the CD
Twin Cities Radio on the Net





Nov 7 2007 10:56 AM

Twin Cities Radio on the Net....

LOVES....THE SMARTS......you guys are just the tops.

I am working on the page for you guys from last Friday....just taking me a bit to get back up to speed.

Thanks again.....for two 100% awesome shows that you have done for us and our listeners.

Peace,

JazzyJ
Owner
Twin Cities Radio on the Net
www.twincitiesradio.net
jazzyj@twincitiesradio.net
Twin Cities Radio on the Net





Nov 3 2007 8:26 AM

THE SMARTS......unbeliveable...
Just loved you guys last night at Stella's Fish Cafe. You guys are always SO SO SO GOOD.
Thank You.

Peace,

JazzyJ
Owner
Twin Cities Radio on Net
www.twincitiesradio.net
Seal Pool/John Pod





Oct 29 2007 6:19 AM

The gesturing man is possibly the finest character ever seen in a music video.

Bec Smith





Oct 16 2007 10:09 AM

Fun to hear you at the Russ reception on Sunday!

FYI: My CD Release show is THIS weekend - Saturday, 10/20 at Clubhouse Jager in Minnepolis (10th & Washington N. - warehouse district). I'd love if you could come down!
Twin Cities Radio on the Net





Oct 2 2007 12:47 PM

Hey My Friend,

Tonight on Twin Cities Radio on the Net. A special broadcast featuring Faded At Four from Ukiah California. These guys are currently in the top five in the Bodog Battle of The Bands and we support them completely. Tune in tonight.......9 PM Central Time....to this exclusive live interview with one of my top friends....Faded At Four.
LadyJ and guests will be hosting this show.
Check it out at www.twincitiesradio.net

Thanks for letting me do this.

Peace,

JazzyJ
Owner
Twin Cities Radio on the Net
www.twincitiesradio.net
jazzyj@twincitiesradio.net
Twin Cities Radio on the Net





Sep 14 2007 9:20 AM

Absolutely unreal.
What a kickin show you gave us last night. Thanks you guys.

JazzyJ
Twin Cities Radio on the Net
www.twincitiesradio.net
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melody





Aug 29 2007 8:12 PM

I really think I'm getting "smarter" listening to you guys:)
You Rock!!
melody





Aug 20 2007 9:38 AM

Hey guys,

I just added Desiree as my myspace song!!
Please send positive thoughts our way because we're driving from Michigan to Minnesota today and have to battle flash floods and storms.
It's going on all week so unfortunately we can't postpone our drive. Luckily, we didn't fly because the Chicago airport is closed due to weather conditions and that's usually our connection destination.

I hope you guys are doing well and see you soon!)
melody





Aug 15 2007 8:04 AM

Thank you again for such an amazing music filled evening!!

You guys are so innovative and have a wonderfully relaxed and genuine stage presence, thank you again and again...
Tim Sparks





Aug 14 2007 4:08 PM

Nothing's Ok, the power in South Mpls Suburbs and St. Paul are still without power THREE DAYS after a huge storm.



Thanks for keepin' it real!
...and thanks for being my friend, Tim

PS: Roots, Rags and Blues IS OUT NOW...AT LAST! Order online at
TrueFire

http://truefire.com/rootsrags/rootsrags.html/
Jilly-Bean





Aug 1 2007 8:46 PM

That bridge collapse is crazy! Are you all OK?
Seal Pool/John Pod





Jun 15 2007 1:21 PM

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Jun 1 2007 1:46 AM

merry late memorial day....

jasper
Cities Live! ™





May 31 2007 12:27 AM

Have a great week! Hope you can tune in to the show this Sunday! If you have any requests or comments please feel free to leave us a voice comment on our profile so we can play it on the air.
Cities Live!
Seal Pool/John Pod





May 18 2007 4:01 PM

Kirsten Melrose





May 4 2007 10:09 AM

greetings- i had so much fun playing with you guys and watching your set. I'd love to hook up again some time for a show. Take care...
kirsten
Jeff Horwich





Apr 27 2007 8:58 AM

Good show last night -- small crowd, but they dug it. We've got a pretty strong combo act here. Art-a-whirl would be cool if we can work it out.
Cities Live! ™





Apr 13 2007 6:55 AM

Thanks for being our friend! Have a great weekend! We hope you can tune in on Sunday night for the show!
CL

Cities Live! | Twin Cities Radio


Richard Underhill





Apr 5 2007 11:54 PM

Thanks for your kind words about the 'Old Guys' video! The director and crew did an amazing job, I just had to be the straight man! Be well. Rich
Richard Underhill





Apr 5 2007 8:43 AM

Hey guys sounds great...very smart! Thanks for finding me. If you want a laugh, be sure to check out the video on my p