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Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers bring the classic voices and horn-driven energy of swing, jump blues, and bebop to modern audiences. Since forming in 1989, Lavay Smith has led an eight-piece ensemble with glamorous stage presence and a horn-forward sound that nods to Billie Holiday and Dinah Washington. This artist page offers a detailed biography, a highlights-focused discography, and up-to-date tour information to help you secure your seats with ease through Gold Coast Tickets — your friendly connection for authentic, straightforward ticket buying.

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Whether you’re grabbing tickets for a San Francisco gem like Biscuits & Blues or Kuumbwa Jazz, you’ll find reliable, no-fuss arrangements and the insider access you expect.

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Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers have left a lasting mark on the jazz and blues scene. Explore their official channels for the latest news and streaming, and stay tuned for future tour dates and venues that keep the dance floor alive.

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Quick Facts About Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers

  • Genre/style: Swing, jump blues, bebop, with influences from Billie Holiday and Dinah Washington.
  • Biography: Lavay Smith formed the Red Hot Skillet Lickers in 1989; the ensemble is known for a horn-rich eight-piece lineup and glamorous stage presence.
  • Complete discography (most recent first): Miss Smith to You! (2009, Fat Note Records); Everybody's Talkin' 'Bout Miss Thing! (2000, Fat Note Records); One Hour Mama (1996, Fat Note Records).
  • Top singles/hits: 'Everybody's Talkin' ’Bout Miss Thing' (2000) peaked at No. 24 on Billboard's Jazz chart; the album reached No. 10 on Billboard's Top Jazz Albums chart.
  • Social media presence: Official website lavaysmith.com; SoundCloud presence at Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers; X (Twitter) handle @Lavay12.

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Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers Discography

  • Miss Smith to You!
    2009 · Fat Note Records
  • Everybody's Talkin' 'Bout Miss Thing!
    2000 · Fat Note Records
  • One Hour Mama
    1996 · Fat Note Records

The hits

Top Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers Songs

  • Everybody's Talkin' 'Bout Miss Thing
    2000 · Billboard Jazz chart No. 24

About Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers

Lavay Smith formed Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers in 1989, assembling an eight-piece horn-rich ensemble renowned for its glamorous stage presence and vintage authenticity. The group channels swing, jump blues, and bebop with a modern sensibility, drawing inspiration from legends like Billie Holiday and Dinah Washington. Smith’s expressive vocal style pairs with tight horn arrangements, delivering performances that are both nostalgic and fresh.

Discography Highlights

  • Miss Smith to You! (2009, Fat Note Records)
  • Everybody's Talkin' 'Bout Miss Thing! (2000, Fat Note Records) — features the chart-topping single
  • One Hour Mama (1996, Fat Note Records)

Notable singles include Everybody's Talkin' ’Bout Miss Thing, which peaked at No. 24 on Billboard's Jazz chart, and the album reaching No. 10 on Billboard's Top Jazz Albums chart.

Upcoming Tours & Venues

Upcoming performances are listed as standalone events. Check back for the latest additions as dates are confirmed. The ensemble frequently performs at venues around San Francisco, including Biscuits & Blues and Kuumbwa Jazz, with gigs that celebrate classic jazz with a lively, modern twist.

  • Jul 3, 2025 – Yerba Buena Gardens Festival, Crepe Myrtle Garden, San Francisco
  • Mar 1, 2025 – Biscuits & Blues, San Francisco
  • Jul 19, 2025 – Biscuits & Blues, San Francisco
  • Jul 26, 2025 – Keys Jazz Bistro, San Francisco
  • Dec 6, 2025 – Keys Jazz Bistro, San Francisco
  • Dec 26–28, 2025 – Royal Cuckoo Organ Lounge, San Francisco
  • Nov 29, 2025 – Rancho Nicasio, Nicasio, CA
  • Jul 24, 2025 – Kuumbwa Jazz, Santa Cruz

For the latest, follow Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers on social media and secure seats early — the shows tend to sell out quickly in the Bay Area.

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