 Smith's 2008 album "Born in Arkansas" utilized bassman Bob Stroger, pianist Barrelhouse Chuck, guitarist Billy Flynn, guitarist Little Frank Krakowski (who has worked with Smith for years) and his son and drummer, Kenny "Beedy Eyes" Smith.In June 2010, Smith released "Joined at the Hip" with Pinetop Perkins.Joining these two in the studio were Stroger, and Kenny Smith on drums.