Supergroup ‘3’ Teases New Music
Smith, Orianthi & Blackman Santana form trio '3' with Eddie Kramer for new music sessions
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A Bold Studio Announcement
Bassist Rhonda Smith has set social media buzzing with a fiery Instagram post teasing new music from her latest project, the supergroup “3.” On her @rhondasmithbass feed, Smith shared an image of herself alongside guitarist Orianthi and drummer Cindy Blackman Santana, captioned “🔥🔥🔥New Music Coming Soon🔥🔥🔥 ‘3’ @cindyblackmansantana @iamorianthi @rhondasmithbass #3 #eddiekramer #supergroup.” The post hints at an upcoming collection of tracks produced by legendary engineer Eddie Kramer.
Formation Of A Power Trio
Though the name “3” is simple, the lineup speaks volumes: Smith, known for her work with Prince and Jeff Beck; Orianthi, the Australian guitar phenom; and Blackman Santana, the powerhouse drummer behind Carlos Santana’s band. Industry veteran Eddie Kramer—renowned for mixing Jimi Hendrix’s groundbreaking albums and engineering Led Zeppelin’s early classics—rounds out the team in the producer’s chair.
From Early Teasers To Halftime Debut
This isn’t the first time Smith has hinted at trio collaborations. In an October 2022 post (https://www.instagram.com/p/DI-D_nTTydB/), she teased “3…🎉 coming soon! 🎉 @iamorianthi @cindyblackmansantana @jimlouvau #powertrio #supergroup #album #2025 #bassinyourface” alongside a studio snapshot. Earlier gigs under the working name “The Band 3” included a halftime performance for the Raiders at Las Vegas’s Allegiant Stadium (https://www.instagram.com/p/DD3AO8jyX_M/) and a heartfelt tribute rehearsal for Jeff Beck in Tokyo (https://www.instagram.com/p/DF3nzwOufTU/).
These appearances offered fans a taste of the trio’s chemistry onstage—now the focus shifts to the studio, where fresh material is being shaped. Smith’s recent post doesn’t reveal track titles or a release date, but the #3 hashtag and collaboration credits make it clear that the group, with Kramer’s guidance, is laying down its first recordings.
Eddie Kramer Joins The Mix
Bringing Kramer on board elevates the project’s stakes. His résumé reads like rock history: producing Hendrix’s Electric Ladyland, engineering Led Zeppelin’s debut, and working with acts from Kiss to David Bowie. In Smith’s caption, the #eddiekramer tag confirms his role, fueling excitement among audiophiles eager for a vintage-meets-modern sonic palette.
What Fans Can Expect
With Smith’s low-end grooves, Orianthi’s searing leads and Blackman Santana’s dynamic rhythms—and Kramer behind the console—their sound could span blues-rock, funk-infused jams and high-octane riffs. While details are under wraps, the supergroup label suggests a project built on each member’s star power, yet grounded in tight trio interplay.
Keeping An Eye On Release Details
No official release date has been announced, but Smith’s timing suggests a rollout in early 2024. Fans are already speculating about format—single drop, EP or full album—and digital platforms have been primed by the hashtag #3. As with past releases, Smith and her bandmates are likely to share studio snapshots, video teasers and behind-the-scenes footage leading up to the launch.
With names like Smith, Orianthi, Blackman Santana and Kramer attached, the music world is watching. Whether you’re a bass enthusiast tracking Smith’s next move or a rock fan drawn by Kramer’s production legacy, the supergroup “3” promises a fresh chapter in power trio history—and it all starts with that fiery Instagram tease.
Get ready: the countdown for new music from “3” is officially on.
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