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Smelloship

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In early 2023, a Monster of Funk rose from the Ottawa River with one goal in mind: to bring southern-soaked funk n' soul to the people.

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Wow! Thanks for a souled out night at Irene's. Perfect spot for a hometown release. Here's a few key moments perfectly captured by @scottdoubtphotography 
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We had an amazing time partying to the late hours with such a committed crew. Thanks to @rawbrigg who helped us tear down the house for the last 4 tunes. 
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Have you listened to the EP yet? Up On Spotify NOW 😎
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Our EP 'Smelloship 1' hits streaming services this Monday, but it's available for purchase on digital and physical on Bandcamp today, or at the release party tonight. Link in bio.
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Let us know your favourite moments!
Thanks @apt613 ! Link in bio. See y'all Friday
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A whack of disgustingly good shots from Saturday night by @vinceomgz .Thanks for everyone who rocked out with us at @houseoftarg 
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#livemusic #funkmusic #funkband #nofilter
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Come celebrate our first release with our two best sets yet 😎. Grab your tickets early cause we plan to slam this one!! Link in bio
Congratulations to our own Chris Burling aka @burlimburger who is getting married today!
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We imagine that Chris will approach marriage with the same cool ferocity as he does the congas. Felicitations Chris and Layne!

Listen to our new EP here!
Read about us on Apt613.ca!
Check out our video for 'Swamp Party'

"Bringing a little more grit to Ottawa’s funk-jazz scene, Smelloship deliver the goods on their latest LP. With plenty of tones that play on greats like The Meters and Herbie Hancock, this record really finds its grooves fast and lets them jam."

  • Ottawa Life Magazine

"A funky soul-infused instrumental recording from Ottawa-based band Smelloship, a six-piece ensemble, and you can hear each one clearly but none overwhelms the other."

  • Apt613.ca

"As the evening unfolded and the room filled, the smile on my face- the one reflecting the quality of the music coming from the band- grew wider. The originals were both tight and textured, often rising to a boiling point and then falling back to hot."

  • Low Down newspaper