Smokey's King Shufflers – Hard-Hitting Chicago Blues

About the Band

Smokey’s King Shufflers were formed in July 2017 by John “Smokey” Smith, blues vocalist and harp player originally from north-east England.

He wanted to form a band that played Chicago blues and could perform for blues enthusiast all over the UK.

He recruited Adrian Peregrine on guitar, Sam Collins on bass and Pete Nichols on drums, and the line-up was complete.

Although there are four main members in the band, the Shufflers often invite other musicians to play with them. For example at their first show Plymouth legend Paul Bomber Harris played Hammond organ, which made it an unforgettable night, and a perfect debut for the band.

Since then the boys have travelled all around England with a variety of special guests, taking their Chicago blues show with them.

The Shufflers have developed a reputation for blistering and authentic live performances that are hard-hitting, but full of dynamics. The band can go from a whisper to a roar in the blink of an eye leaving audiences breathless.

The band have just released their first album, King of Clubs, which has received favourable reviews in the media.

John SmithVocals, Harmonica, Guitar & Saxophone

Adrian Peregrine
Guitar

Sam Collins
Bass

Pete Nicholls
Drums

In addition, the following special guest musicians are sometimes used:

Bomber Harris – KeyboardsNigel Pugh – SaxGeorge Comer – SaxSean Lloyd – Sax
Matt Truen – Alto Sax

Den Harris – DrumsRay Meadows – DrumsSebastian Boleslowski – DrumsDarren Hurworth – DrumsGareth Young – DrumsGeorge Newsome – DrumsRory Smith – DrumsKeith Russell – Drums

King of Clubs CD

The CD was favourably reviewed in the April 2019 issue of Blues Matters magazine and made the top 40 of the Independent Blues Broadcasting Association chart.

"Smokin' hot yet cool as ice. King of Clubs is a "must have" album for anyone who really appreciates "the Blues" played as it should be. 10/10"
Paul Winn, award-nominated Blues DJ "The Blues Hour" (Tempo FM/Hanks Blues Radio/Radio Stitch)

"Smokey’s King Shufflers album, King Of Clubs, has achieved the unusual feat of making a covers album sound original. They have taken each song and made it their own. And it makes your legs want to go partying, even if you don’t. This is feel-good music of the highest order."
John Brown, Browns Blues and Boogie, Lionheart Radio

"My first impression was ‘Not another album of Blues covers!’ but, after listening to it, I was amazed at the quality of the musicianship and the variation they brought to some classic tracks. Excellent blues harp, guitar and rhythm section with a real feeling of contentment and fun in their playing. Got to get to see these guys play live one day! The album definitely gets top marks from me."
Stephen Hunt, Blues-Rock DJ on Crossfire Radio

King of Clubs CD - available now!

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Tracklisting
01. She's a Killer (Steve West Weston)
02. Mary Ann (Ray Charles)
03. Mean Mistreated Mama (Elmore James)
04. Rollin' and Tumblin' (Hambone Willie Newbern)
05. Can't Kick the Habit (Champion Jack Dupree)
06. Looking for Trouble (Kim Wilson)
07. Rock Me Baby (Melvin Jackson)
08. Walking Blues (Robert Johnson)
09. Help Me (Sonny Boy Williamson)
10. Boogie Man (Bernard Allison)
11. As the Years Go Passing By (Albert King)

Gigs

2018
September
21st - Looe Saves The Day Festival
22nd - Annabel’s Plymouth

October
6th - Golden Lion, St Ives
10th - Whiskers, Newquay
19th - The Rod and Line, Saltash
25th - The Kitchen By the Beach Mawgan Porth (trio gig)
27th - The Old Smithy, Welcombe

November
3rd Annabel’s, Plymouth

December
1st - The Jolly Sailor, Looe
14th - The Millbridge Inn, Plymouth
15th - The Rod and Line, Saltash
21st - The Albion, Liskard
22nd - Dead Famous Liquor Lounge, Newquay

2019
January
18th - Barley Sheaf, Truro
25th - Smuggler's Inn, Mawgan Porth, Newquay

February
9th - Rod and Line, Saltash
16th - Jolly Sailor, Looe
20th - Whiskers, Newquay
23rd - Safe Harbour Inn, Fowey

March
1st - The Union, Saltash
2nd - Annabel’s, Plymouth
8th - Rod and Line, Saltash
9th - The Golden Hind, Plymouth
16th - The Albion, Liskard
23rd - Pelynt Old School, Fowey
30th - The Mermaid, Newquay

April
3rd - Whiskers, Newquay
5th - The Union, Saltash
12th - The Millbridge Inn, Plymouth
13th - Rod and Line, Saltash
19th - Preston Gate Inn, Bude
20th - The Albion, Liskard
26th - Jolly Sailor, Looe
27th - Annabel’s, Plymouth
28th - Porthleven Food Festival

May
3rd - The Union, Saltash
4th - Tamar Inn, Calstock
17th - The Millbridge Inn, Plymouth
18th - Rod and Line, Saltash
25th - The Albion, Liskard

June
2nd - Great Estate Festival, Redruth
8th - Jolly Sailor, Looe
12th - Whiskers, Newquay
14th - Preston Gate Inn, Bude
21st - The Millbridge Inn, Plymouth
22nd - The Terrace, Plymouth
28th - Rod and Line, Saltash
29th - Annabel’s, Plymouth

October
4th - Rod and Line, Saltash
5th - Annabel’s, Plymouth 12th - Jolly Sailor, Looe
20th - The Albion, Liskard

November
2nd - Market Inn, Tavistock
9th - Rod and Line, Saltash
16th - Royal British Legion, Liskeard
22nd - The Old Mill, Llanidloes
23rd - Hare and Hounds, Birmingham
24th - Alberts Shed, Shrewsbury
28th - Harbour View, Sunderland
29th - The Quakerhouse, Darlington
30th - Peacocks, Sunderland (Ticketed)

December
1st - The Tyne Bar, Newcastle
6th - The Chintz, Falmouth
7th - Jolly Sailor, Looe
14th - Retorrick Mill, Newquay