Paddy Smith Unleashes New Album ‘Could Have Found Grace’

With Could Have Found Grace, Paddy Smith cements himself as one of Ireland’s most steadfast guardians of the blues tradition.  

At just over 30 minutes, the album wastes no time in digging deep—every track is packed with grit, storytelling, and a refusal to dilute its authenticity. Smith doesn’t just play the blues; he embodies them, carrying echoes of hardship and redemption in every breath of his harmonica. The record feels both classic and immediate, bridging eras without losing its footing.

The collaboration with Danny Tobin is key to the album’s success. Written in an intense, organic burst, the songs retain a raw honesty, as if captured in the heat of discovery. The band assembled around Smith is formidable—Ralston, Duffy, Delaney, and Tobin are not just session players but seasoned musicians who understand the gravity of tradition. Together, they give the songs muscle and soul, never overplaying, always serving the narrative.

Jackman’s production captures the spirit of the sessions—intimate yet powerful, stripped-back yet full-bodied. Alfredo Kuna’s artwork adds a visual texture that matches the music’s depth and honesty. Could Have Found Grace is more than an album—it’s a reminder that in the hands of artists like Smith, the blues is not nostalgia, but a living, breathing force that continues to resonate today.

Affirming his place as one of Ireland’s most enduring voices in blues and rock, Paddy Smith showcases his effortless musical talents in a stunning manner.