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JON R SMITH
'THE 'WORLD'S GREATEST
RHYTHM 'N BLUES SAX PLAYER'

SMOOTH JAZZ
1. Do You Know What It Means To Miss New Orleans 2. You Are So Beautiful 3. A New Thang 4. Slow Jam 5. Rainy Night In Georgie CLICK FOR SOUND SAMPLE	6. At Last 7. I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry 8. Teifer 9. Cry 10. You Are My Sunshine CLICK FOR SOUND SAMPLE JON SMITH WEBSITE
Jon has just released his brand new CD self titled "Jon R. Smith". This is one of the finest smooth jazz CD's that you wlll ever listen to. Most of his fans know Jon as a rockhouse, ball busting sax virtuso, second to none in the rhythm & blues field. So pour yourself a drink, turn the lights down low, grab your woman and listen to a brand new side of this great musician. For more information on Jon Smith, visit his website at jonrsmith.com.	Jon was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a self-taught musician whose first job came at the age of thirteen. He plays like he was born with the saxophone in his mouth. Some who have heard him compare his rich,distinctive, powerful sound to that of Gene Ammons, Plas Johnson, and David "Fathead" Newman. For over forty years the unique, powerful sound of Jon Smith’s saxophone has been sought out by some of the biggest names in the music industry. Edgar Winter’s White Trash, Grammy Award winning group- Toto, Boz Skaggs, Philip Glass, Dr. John, Randy Newman, Rascals, Sarah Vaughn, Johnny Winter, Clarence “Gatemouth” Brown, Doobie Brothers, and European Superstar, Peter Maffay.

WHERE ARE THEY NOW?
	GG SHINN GG's Club in Alexandria is still the hottest spot in town. GG is still doing shows with the Boogie Kings and he sounds as great as he ever did. Definitely one of the great ones! GG still has one of the most beautiful voices that ever graced a Boogie Kings stage. ggshinnclub.com
	JERRY LACROIX Still doing shows in Texas and Louisiana and occassionally performs with the Boogie Kings. Jerry continues to wow his audiences with his amazing talent. This man will go down in music history as one of the greatest soul singers of all time. Come see GG and Jerry on August 9 and see the 2 singers that made the Boogie Kings famous. jerrylacroix.com
	NED THEALL Still running the Boogie Kings show. Between shows, Ned is busy on his farm raising chihuahuas with his wife, Rene. Ned also operates 5 internet stores that promote the Boogie Kings fabulous library of recorded music. Ned just turned 72! boogiekings.com myspace.com/boogiekings cdbaby.com southlouisiana.com indierhythm.com
	JON SMITH Jon is back in Louisiana now, after several world tours. Jon will be appearing with Ryan Foret and Foret Tradition this year. You can hear this wonderful musician play at various Gulf Coast locations.. Jon has a brand new CD out now that is simply wonderful. Jon is far and away the greatest horn player to ever play with the Boogie Kings. jonrsmith.com
	GREGG MARTINEZ Currently performing with the Boogie Kings. One of the most inspirational voices that you will ever hear. His performance on the "Never Go Away" CD was nothing short of fabulous! Gregg also has his own band "Rolling Thunder" that performs all over the Gulf Coast. He will soon be introducing his own line of hair products greggmartinez.com
	MARK KLEIN Currently performing with the Boogie Kings. Mark is 16 now and getting better with each show. He has earned his nickname, "The Little King". He is adored by the Boogie Kings fans and he never lets them down. Check out Mark's new CD, "Soul Patrol". markklein.us
	PARKER JAMES Parker began his career with the Boogie Kings in the nineties and since then, he has skyrocketed to popularity all over the Gulf Coast. His Mardi Gras CD is killer and can be found and purchased on his website. Jamie can be seen and heard at GG's Club every weekend. parkerjames on cdbaby
	BERT MILLER This is the man that is the one that set the tone for all other Boogie Kings singers who followed him. Bert is still performing as great as he ever did. Bert is indeed a Boogie Kings legend. Watch for the release of some Classic Bert Miller recorded music that you may not have heard.
	DOUG ARDOIN Doug is the founder and godfather of the Boogie Kings. He is the pioneer of all of the wonderful music that was patterned after his leadership. Before he left the band in 1963, this wonderful musician blazed a trail and a legacy that has lasted for decades and is still happening today. Finally, after all of these years, a wonderful recording of songs that the original band created in the 50's will be released to the public. Doug deserves to be in everyone's Hall Of Fame. Good luck with the project, Doug.
	DUANE YATES The music world was saddened to learn of the passing on Duane Yates., one of the legendary soul singers of The Boogie Kings. Duane is featured on many of the Boogie Kings recordings. He will be deeply missed by all of his fans and his legacy will never be forgotten. Duane was 65 years old.
	Mike Pollard: Still playing gigs. See Mike at GG's Club weekly. Dale Gauthier: Sax: Lives in Crystal Beach Texas. Works for an oil co. Gary Dorsey: Lives in Port Arthur, Texas. Still playing music. Guitar mostly. Jack Hall: Guitar: Lives in Sacremento, CA. Has his own band. Ken Yetman: Drums: Owns Jack's Drum Shop in Boston, Mass. Norris Badeaux: Sax: Deceased Dan Silas: Sax: Dan has a home in Springfield, MO and an apartment in Lake Charles, LA. He is currently in Lake Charles managing a project for Mustang Engineering, a large engineering firm from Houston. Gary Walker: Singer: Deceased Johnny Giordana: Keys: Lives in Alexandria, LA. Still plays local gigs. Bryan Leger: Keys: Retired, Living in Westlake, LA. Bubba Marks: Living with his family in El Dorado, Arkansas Murphy Buford: Murphy is a preacher living in California.

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FAN MAIL

Hey Ned,
How you doing? Been trying to put some quiet time aside to really listen to your c.d.'s
(can't stand music in the background!)What can I say...wow! What a sound dude! All round,
can't fault it. Fully formed, top, bottom and mid range...horns are red hot... gutsy solos
and top arrangements (can't keep our one sax player in tune!)Excellent rhythm
section...grooves go on sitting in the pocket throughout...guitar fills and solos all
stunning, understated and in the right bloody places! Authentic, old school hammond
and piano. And the vocals...every one of them a master in their own way and yet the
best part for me is the male vocal harmonies behind it all...man these are (no bullshit)
easily as good as the originals...and unless you knew it you'd swear this was a seminal black soul/blues/r&b band. I can see(hear) why you've been so successful with the punters...you've
got every base covered! Anyway, before I turn into a sychophantic snake! Do you play 'Change Gonna Come' in 3/4 or 6/8? I'm not very good with these things but could never figure out what Sam Cooke's original version was in. Any idea? Keep it up amigo. Are you busy these days?
Mike McNamara and the Wholly Soul Band
South Wales
Click here to read about Big Mac
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Ned:

Your e-mail Christmas Greeting is greatly appreciated.

I want to THANK YOU personally for all the years you and the Boogie Kings have provided me and certainly all your fans with the sound (that cannot be duplicated), the shows( that cannot be duplicated) and contacts, the band has given to all of us.

The older I get, the more I cherish the first time I ever heard the "Boogie Kings" at the Big Oaks in Vinton, Louisiana. Once people discovered you, there was no forgetting you. The Boogie Kings just live on in your heart and soul.

I again say thank you, God Bless, and stay healthy.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Mary Smith

Lumberton, Texas
Editor's note: Thanks Mary. Your validation of our dedication is greatlly appreciated. Have a
wonderful holiday!
Ned

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From: Judy Adams New Orleans Blues Singer Widow
Ned,
This was a sad day for me when hereing news of Lil Alfred passing. He was very special to us. When Johnny died he made several visits to my home in Baton Rouge to comfort me, and my five year old daughter. I made a beautiful portfolio for him as a special foot bio; with musical write upset present when booking shows. This was created by me for him for showing his love for the musical family. I know he felt my great loss, and my daughter and I feel the heart filled lost, and we are still in shock, and grieving also with your lost of him. Try and keep his music alive. I hope Johnny will see him up there. Special love to the music family. Please give Warren Storm our deep condolence
Judy Adams

Judy, this is Ned Theall. I hired Alfred to play with the Boogie Kings in 1967. We had been close friends for many years and did many shows together. Thank you for your beautiful letter. I will certainly pass it on the Warren and other friends of Alfred. The Boogie Kings began to play Johnny's music shortly after Alfred joined the group. I Won't Cry was my personal favorite, and also Reconsider Me. I was stunned when I heard it on the radio. Johnny Adams was revered by all musicians, all over the world. His talent, his gift, and his legacy will never be forgotten.

Peace and Love,

Ned Theall

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Hello Ned,

The two albums of The Fabulous BOOGIE KINGS, "Walking the Dog" and "Never Go Away"
have reached us OK, thanks. The music is superlative, very well built, with a great homogeneity
of the group's play. Because you play and sing with pleasure, the listener enjoys also.

That's the real Louisiana Music !

My playlist as soon as possible

Best regards

Serge WARIN
Radio Canal Bleu

6 rue Lavergne, BP 63

19130 OBJAT

France

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Dear Boogie Kings,
Just wanted to write really quick and let you all know what a wonderful website you all have.
My husband and I really enjoy your music.We had followed the band many years back and
recently started going to your shows again. What memories it brings back. While the players
are not all the same the same sound always comes alive and brings me back to my old days
in high school. What good times they were. We caught the Port Arthur gig a couple of weeks
ago but missed your "hidden surprise" in Little Mark. What an addition to the ongoing legacy
of the Boogie Kings. He is a courteous young man and truly very talented. I just couldn't believe
how he handled himself like the stage was meant for him. Last night he explained to us that he
is pretty much on all the shows but was in Branson during the Port Arthur gig. Our favorite set
was "The King Brothers" (the young ones!) What a combination of players and vocalists you have!
Second to none in our books.

Once again,
Superb show!
Ella and Bert Michaud - Lake Charles, La
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Ned,
I got a copy of your new CD and I must say I had only heard clips from your web site until now.
After listening to it in my car with the volume cranked up and the feel of the bass in my bones,
its really very good with great horn arrangements. The Old Rugged Cross is the the best version
I have ever heard and whoever sang that surely has a place reserved in heaven.

L. Nugent
Gregg Martinez is the singer.

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