The Groovesmiths

The Groovesmiths
The Groovesmiths performing at Curtin University in August 2007.
Background information
OriginDarwin, Northern Territory, Australia
GenresRoots
Years active2004 (2004)–present
LabelsIndependent, MGM
Websitemyspace.com/thegroovesmiths

The Groovesmiths are an Australian roots-music band, founded by Gavin Shoesmith, former bass guitarist from John Butler Trio.[1][2] Originally located in Darwin, Northern Territory, Shoesmith relocated to Fremantle. The band is recognized for its unique style and live performances, blending strong elements of Reggae, Jazz, and Hip-Hop into traditional Blues and Roots music.

The Groovesmiths released a debut five-track extended play, Demonstrations of Intent, in 2006.[3] It featured guests, John Butler and Saritah. In November 2007 the Groovesmiths with Shoesmith on lead vocals, bass guitar, lap steel bass and harmonica; Alex Dew on lead guitar; and Matt Wright on drums performed at the Blues at Bridgetown festival.[4] A follow-up self-titled album was issued in July 2008 on MGM Distribution.[5]

  1. ^ Spencer, Chris; Paul McHenry; Zbig Nowara (2007) [1989]. "Shoesmith, Gavin". The Who's Who of Australian Rock. Moonlight Publishing. ISBN 978-1-86503-891-9.
  2. ^ Holmgren, Magnus. "John Butler". hem.passagen.se. Australian Rock Database (Magnus Holmgren). Archived from the original on 8 October 2012. Retrieved 15 May 2016.
  3. ^ Cite error: The named reference Pearce was invoked but never defined (see the help page).
  4. ^ "Blues at Bridgetown: Australian Blues Festival, Blues artists from Australia and overseas". Blues at Bridgetown. November 2007. Archived from the original on 9 August 2008. Retrieved 15 May 2016.
  5. ^ "The ARIA Report" (PDF). Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA). 14 July 2008. p. 33. Archived from the original (PDF) on 19 July 2008. Retrieved 15 May 2016.