The Smashing Bumpkins are a rollicking bush dance band based in Brisbane.
They combine simple and clear dance step instruction with live, energetic music performances. The band ‘calls’ traditional Australian bush dances and other well-known dances, accompanied by popular riffs from all genres of music. They lead circle, line, and partnered dances, all of which are easy to follow. The steps are explained first and then called out throughout the entire dance, ensuring that everyone can participate. You don’t have to be a great dancer to have a good time—you just need to be willing to get up and get involved!
Delivered with joyful revelry and contagious onstage enthusiasm, The Smashing Bumpkins have performed hundreds of bush dances throughout the east coast of Australia and in New Zealand. They have played at festivals, parties, community and council events, corporate events, weddings, and fundraisers. Highlights include: Gympie Music Muster, Birdsville Races, The EKKA EkkaNITES program, and breaking a mass dance participation Guinness World Record.