Smile Away The Blues

Ken and the Palace started playing as a band after Hurricane Katrina, making a comeback for the city playing in clubs almost every night on Frenchmen Street. Forming the band with musicians that played together for years.. they created their own scene and becoming a great late night band to see on Frenchmen street.New Orleans.. playing old time finger picking guitar blues and an eclectic choice of material original and traditional that gets audiences dancing and having a good time."We commandeered front row seats at the Spotted Cat Music Club and settle in to hear local Blues Band Ken Swartz and the Palace of Sin belt out drop down mama." - Laura Bly USA TODAY