Smokestack Lightnin''s 1968 Concert History

Smokstack Lightnin' was considered one of the hottest bands in L.A. during the mid-1960's. Discovered by famed producer Bones Howe (Association, Fifth Dimension), the band was signed and first released recordings on the White Whale label. Later, the group was signed by Bell Records where the band's album was released. Although several cuts from the album reached Top 10 status in numerous radio markets across the U.S., the group unfortunately was not able to achieve Top 10 nationally...

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Buffalo Springfield / Country Joe & The Fish / Canned Heat / The Hook / Smokestack Lightnin' on May 5, 1968 [290-small]

Buffalo Springfield / Country Joe & The Fish / Canned Heat / The Hook / Smokestack Lightnin'
May 5, 1968
 Long Beach, California, United States
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Three Dog Night / Smokestack Lightnin' on Jun 13, 1968 [426-small]

Three Dog Night / Smokestack Lightnin'
Jun 13, 1968
 West Hollywood, California, United States
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Three Dog Night / Smokestack Lightnin' on Jun 14, 1968 [427-small]

Three Dog Night / Smokestack Lightnin'
Jun 14, 1968
 West Hollywood, California, United States
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Three Dog Night / Smokestack Lightnin' on Jun 15, 1968 [428-small]

Three Dog Night / Smokestack Lightnin'
Jun 15, 1968
 West Hollywood, California, United States
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Three Dog Night / Smokestack Lightnin' on Jun 16, 1968 [429-small]

Three Dog Night / Smokestack Lightnin'
Jun 16, 1968
 West Hollywood, California, United States
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Country
Blues
Americana
Rockabilly
Traditional Blues
Acoustic Blues
Country Blues
Texas Blues
Delta Blues
German Rockabilly
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2016 3 concerts
2014 7 concerts
2013 2 concerts
1968 5 concerts
1967 1 concert
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 Thorsten
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)


How many concerts has Smokestack Lightnin' had?

Smokestack Lightnin' has had 18 concerts.

What genre is Smokestack Lightnin'?

Smokestack Lightnin' is most often considered to be Country, Blues, Americana, Rockabilly, Traditional Blues, Acoustic Blues, Country Blues, Texas Blues, Delta Blues, and German Rockabilly.

When was the last Smokestack Lightnin' concert?

The last Smokestack Lightnin' concert was on July 08, 2016 at Sjock Festival Grounds in Gierle, Flanders, Belgium. The bands that performed were: "Sjock Festival" / The Mavericks / Sturgill Simpson / The Rob Ryan Roadshow / Smokestack Lightnin'.

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