Richard Smith brings a smooth groove to Paramount Studio Cocktails & Foods on Friday and Saturday. Enjoy the easy-listening music from Smooth Groove in the lounge next to Minervas beginning at 8 p.m.

Tell us about your music.

We play a variety of music, each with our own twist to it.

Who’s your musical inspiration? 

I like most styles and artists. As a sax player, I enjoy the sounds of Stan Getz.

What’s your car radio typically set to?

I play more MP3 while driving to try and not listen to the same old songs.

What kind of crowd do you typically see at your show?

Our music is geared to an easy-listening crowd that’s not in your face. We do see a few wild ones in the bunch.

What’s the best part about performing live music?

Live music and the style we play shows the talent and expressions of the musicians.

For those joining you at Paramount, what kind of cocktail goes best with your show?

Martinis go well with Smooth Groove.