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Edmond native and singer/songwriter Nick Smith's debut EP, "Paradise" goes down smooth from the titular first track - a burnished vocalist with hints of R&B, jazz and folk lurking beneath the surface, Smith lays his vocals down on an inviting bed of acoustic pop. Calling this performer Oklahoma's answer to John Mayer would be a bit reductive and a disservice to both artists; Smith's assured, stylish recording - produced by Ryan Dillman and Smith in Dillman's home studio - is a sleek calling card that demonstrably plants the seeds of possibility. Smith is yet another homegrown talent that is poised to take that next step. - Oklahoma Gazette
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Nick Smith has a charming way of delivering heartfelt, rhythmic acoustic guitar tunes. "Underneath the Skin" is my favorite track on this 6-song EP, which has a strong Ari Hest vibe happening. Smith's strongest assets besides his clear depth-filled voice is his ability to deliver catchy, rhythm-based tunes that shine. Things are looking bright for Smith as this EP makes its way into the hands of acoustic rock fans all over. It takes a professional sound and the ability to stand out for me to really enjoy all-acoustic music. Smith has excelled at my parameters for a good acoustic CD.
- DiscoveringArtists.com
"The night of the performance, the fellows in the band arrived on time and checked out the venue. They grabbed a bite to eat and we shot the breeze in my office before the show. The band prepared for their set and started on time. They ripped through their set and had the crowd jumping by the end of the show. They were even cool enough to hang out and talk with our students about being professional musicians.
After the night was all said and done, we all agreed the event was a success. The students enjoyed Nick and we enjoyed hosting them. Based on this experience we are currently planning on bringing Nick Smith back to North Texas for another show." - Program Coordinator - Univ. of North Texas
Discography
'Paradise' EP-2004
*The title track from the EP charted at #25 at Oklahoma State's KXZY in the fall of 2005, making Nick the highest ranking independent act on the chart.
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Bio
Acoustic-pop songster and Oklahoma City native Nick Smith has made a name for himself by touring clubs and universities across the nation, building new fan bases city by city. After having toured with The Graham Colton Band and Adam Richman, as well as opening for many other acts such as Ari Hest, Ingram Hill, Michael Tolcher, Stephen Kellogg, Matt Wertz and David Mead, Nick has been able to create a sturdy group of listeners.
Heading out on his first tour in the spring of 2005 in support of his independently released EP, ‘Paradise,’ Nick played over 50 shows in as many cities. Tour stops included clubs such as Los Angeles’ Genghis Cohen, New York City’s Tribeca Rock Club, San Diego’s Twigg’s and Chicago’s Uncommon Grounds among many others. Other venues recently played include Gypsy Tea Room in Dallas, Stubb’s in Austin and Cain’s Ballroom in Tulsa.
Nick has also played many universities across the country, including shows at schools such as Stanford University (CA), Elizabethtown University (PA), the University of New Mexico, the University of St. Thomas (MN), Texas Tech University, Oklahoma State University, University of Oklahoma, Southern Illinois University and many more.
To date, the ‘Paradise’ EP has independently sold over 1,300 copies at shows and through Nick’s online distributor, AwareStore.com, as well as received stellar reviews from both local and out of state publications.
Nick has also been featured on AwareStore.com’s ‘Ear Snacks’ Vol. 7 compilation disc in which other acts featured have included artists such as Damien Rice, Citizen Cope, Jason Mraz, Liz Phair, Ari Hest and John Mayer. His music has also been featured on many college and commercial stations across the country and he has showcased at music festivals such as Diversafest and the North Texas New Music Festival.
This smooth singing road-dog will continue to tour clubs and universities nationwide, spreading his music to new and eager listeners alike.
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