Smokin' Renegade - A tribute to Boston and Styx

It all started with an idea and a conversation. Two friends on the local music scene got together to conceptualize a new project. They had always wanted to be in a band together, but couldn't make it happen with either of their current projects. A new one was the way to go.

The Tribute band genre in south Florida was already established, but growing. Local bands were creating tribute versions of themselves, or forming entirely new groups. But popular tributes to bands like Journey, Bon Jovi, Foreigner, etc. already existed. So what would make this one different?

There were no local (and very few national) tribute acts to the band Boston. Having always loved that music, it would be a fantastic opportunity to replicate the range and complexity of the vocal harmonies and the huge sound. But to create a full show would require more than just the hits of Boston. Given the vocal stylings and musicality, Styx was an ideal fit. Two amazing super groups of the 70s and 80s. The plan was coming together.

When the band gathered together for the first practice, it was in a word - amazing. Once the first run-through of the songs was complete, we knew we had something special. Everything just gelled together. The epic adventure was about to begin.

Fast forward to now, Smokin Renegade has had the privilege to play some of the best venues throughout Florida (and even a few out of Florida). Each show contributing to growing an amazing fan base, and several sold out shows and festivals. Smokin Renegade is planning to keep bringing our A-game, and we're not slowing down.

We look forward to rocking out with you soon!