My band's guitarist has talked meinto playing Smoke on the Water because people love it. While I agree audiences love to recall their pot filled memories, I tried to resist. But, in the end, we're playing numerous tunes I've asked for, so I've given into his request. I figure if people don't get up and dance and have a good time, I'll only have to play it live once.
We are really nothing more than a dance party band, so hopefully all works out well as his club (yes, our guitar player owns his own club and it's the only place we'll be playing) has a nice bar and folks should be loaded for anything!