5 Songs I Love w/ Paddy Smith

We sat down with the incredible Paddy Smith on the release of his new album 'Could Have Found Grace', to find out more about what makes his bluesy sound. Be sure to check out the new music at the bottom, and follow him along his journey!

Elmore James - The Sky is Crying

There’s something deeply spiritual in this song. Elmore James’s slide guitar and raw emotion always spoke to me ,it’s a blues that goes straight to the soul and shaped my understanding of how music can express pain and beauty at the same time.

Paul Weller – Saturdays Kids

This song resonates with my working-class background. Weller captures the struggles, pride, and daily grind of ordinary people, and it’s that authenticity that’s always drawn me to his music and inspired my own songwriting.

Joe Strummer – White Man in Hammersmith Palais

I’ve always loved reggae, and this song’s anti-racism theme hits hard. Strummer’s words and the fusion of punk and reggae opened my eyes to music’s power to confront injustice while still making you move.

Joy Division – Atmosphere

There’s  a haunting beauty in this track. Its moodiness and emotional depth taught me about the power of restraint and atmosphere in music, showing me that sometimes less is more.

Bob Marley - Coming In From the Cold

Marley’s voice and message always remind me of resilience and hope. This song, in particular, speaks to overcoming struggle, and it’s a timeless influence on how I approach both lyrics and performance.

Paddy Smith - Angel Took Flight