The Smokin' 45s

About The Smokin' 45s

'After listening to the first few bars of the adrenalized "Can't Afford to Do It" or the blues-driven "Wrong About Me," it's easy to fall into the groove of the Smokin' 45s. Especially if you like your blues to rock and your rock to sing the blues. On stage, the band - playing orignals plus a handful of covers - doesn't hold back with its brute force of rockin' blues. A show is likely to exhibit the effects of band members who grew up listening to Jeff Beck, Eric Clapton, and John Mayall's Bluesbreakers. Influences of Muddy Waters, Howlin' Wolf, and the Blasters also make their way into the Smokin' 45s sound. ' - Maria Allard C&G Newspapers Vol. 15, No. 4 - January 28, 2004