"If you like music that makes you feel good, then this
is it." - Jack Orbin, Stone City Attractions
San Antonio, TX
"a piece of Caribbean paradise" - Caribbean Life Newspaper
New York City, NY
"Bringing reggae into the new millenium" - Douglas Sloan, The Metronome
Boston, MA
"Nice summertime tunes with catchy vocals and some great playing"
- Stu Hamm, Bx3 / Joe Satriani
San Francisco, CA
"The band easily veers from reggaes to blues to socas to funk to keep the crowds dancing and cheering."
" The music is definitely destined to put a smile on your face."
- World Rhythm Magazine
Past & Upcoming Shows:
- July 17 - Kowloon
Entertainment for Pan-mass fundraiser
- July 26 - Willy Tops
Lowell, MA - 9:30PM
- Aug 31 - Kristen Hoenshell Fundraiser
Maynard Rod & Gun Club
Maynard, MA - 1PM
For booking or
more information call
781-863-0088 (Ask for Rob) or 978-851-0641 (Ask for Jeff) or
email booking@dellsmartexitin.com
Don't Mess Around Records
70 Blossomcrest Rd
Lexington, MA 02421
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Dell Smart Lead Vocals
Back in Belize, Dell started singing at age 12. He came to America and formed "Dell & The Sensations" with his brothers. They released over 10 albums, including some chart toppers. Over the years he has played with Johnny Nash, Black Uhuru, Third World, Inner Circle and many others.
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Rob Carlson Electric & Dobro Guitar Backing Vocals
A songwriter and performer, Rob has been awarded two Billboard Awards. One of his songs reached #6 on the UK Demo Chart in 1991. He has opened for artists such as Joe Perry, The Platters, Ronnie Earl, Roomful of Blues and Matt "Guitar" Murphy (of the Blues Brothers).
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Ted Millen Drums
Over the years, Ted has played with artists such as Paul Rishell and Patti Larkin and opened for acts such as Dr. John and J. Geils. A severe brain injury was not enough to stop Ted. With the strong encouragement of his band mates, he relearned the drums and has been holding down the beat ever since.
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Jeff Davison Keyboards Backing Vocals
A lifelong pianist, Jeff was inspired by rock and jazz keyboardists such as Keith Emerson and Chick Corea. Jeff has been teaching piano for over 25 years and is director of the Bedford Youth Performing Company, one of the largest performing art schools in New Hampshire.
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Jeff Trout Bass
Inspired by bass legend Stu hamm, Jeff runs his fan site and has transcribed and written lessons on some of his solos and techniques. Drawing further inspiration from Frank Zappa and Philip Glass, Jeff spent years writing and recording in his home studio.
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Johnny Saucedo Trombone Percussion Backing Vocals
From San Antonio, Johnny spent years honing his vocal skills. He toured the southwest region of the U.S. as the vocalist in the bands Emerald and Overload. He has opened for top national and international acts such as Stevie Ray Vaughn, Guns & Roses, Peter Frampton and Cheap Trick.
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James Ferro Bass Trombone Backing Vocals
Playing trombone since the age of nine, James has played with many performing groups of various styles throughout New England and beyond.
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Jimmy Reed Tenor Sax
Born and Bred in greater Boston, Jim has been playing with various original and cover bands since the Early 80's
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