Multiple award-winning singer-songwriter and pianist, Damon Smith, brings a truly unique show to Bird's in a bid to showcase the playing wizardry of some of New Orleans' greatest pianists.
You'll hear songs and hilarious tales from Dr John, James Booker, Jon Cleary, Tuts Washington, fats Domino and professor Longhair and more, along with music from Smith's 2022, Age award nominated album, Skeletons.
Smith's performances are punctuated with expert musicianship and razor sharp wit, creating a hugely dynamic stage presence. His virtuosic piano style and 'whiskey as' voice serve stylistically, as a nod and a wink to the likes of Dr John, Nina Simone, Donny Hathaway and In 2022, Smith's New Orleans Jazz/Blues album, Skeletons, hit the Australian Blues and Roots charts at #2 and is currently nominated for a Music Victoria/Age Music award.
In October, 2022, Damon signed with USA label MoMojo Records and as a filmmaker, has his debut music documentary film, Mental As Everything, on SBS demand.
"Smith's versatility clearly knows no bounds - Phil Stafford, The Weekend Australian.
"Damon is a better than competent producer & accomplished multi-instrumentalist. His track-record of successful touring productions is impressive and well documented" - Wilbur Wilde
"Damon Smith is an undiscovered gem! - Right Chord Music (RCM)
Multiple award-winning singer-songwriter and pianist, Damon Smith, brings a truly unique show to Bird's in a bid to showcase the playing wizardry of some of New Orleans' greatest pianists.
You'll hear songs and hilarious tales from Dr John, James Booker, Jon Cleary, Tuts Washington, fats Domino and professor Longhair and more, along with music from Smith's 2022, Age award nominated album, Skeletons.
Smith's performances are punctuated with expert musicianship and razor sharp wit, creating a hugely dynamic stage presence. His virtuosic piano style and 'whiskey as' voice serve stylistically, as a nod and a wink to the likes of Dr John, Nina Simone, Donny Hathaway and In 2022, Smith's New Orleans Jazz/Blues album, Skeletons, hit the Australian Blues and Roots charts at #2 and is currently nominated for a Music Victoria/Age Music award.
In October, 2022, Damon signed with USA label MoMojo Records and as a filmmaker, has his debut music documentary film, Mental As Everything, on SBS demand.
"Smith's versatility clearly knows no bounds - Phil Stafford, The Weekend Australian.
"Damon is a better than competent producer & accomplished multi-instrumentalist. His track-record of successful touring productions is impressive and well documented" - Wilbur Wilde
"Damon Smith is an undiscovered gem! - Right Chord Music (RCM)