The Smart Brothers Band, a dynamic soul ensemble from Wichita, Kansas, captivated audiences from the 1950s through the 1970s with their electrifying performances and exceptional musicianship. Comprising eight talented siblings, the band was renowned for their high-energy shows, featuring acrobatics like handstands and backflips, particularly by frontmen John and Leroy Smart. Their family-owned venue, Smart's Palace, became a cultural hub, hosting legends such as James Brown and Aretha Franklin. In 2017, their significant contributions to music were honored with induction into the Kansas Music Hall of Fame. ([ksmhof.org](https://www.ksmhof.org/2017-inductees/?utm_source=openai))