He is an Emmy, Clio and Addy Award winner who has written and produced songs that have sold over 14 million copies worldwide including multiple #1 songs, albums and top ten hits. Smith has worked with Giorgio Moroder, Sia, Coldplay, Ke$ha, Miley Cyrus, Britney Spears, One Republic, Tyrone Wells and many others. Smidi began his career as a keyboardist, playing in bands with Keith Urban and Ben Folds. After moving to Los Angeles, Smith signed a publishing deal with Sony ATV and began focusing on album writing and production.
Most recently, Smidi is co-founder of the music and media label Saint Rogue along with his partner TJ Stafford. His tenured licensing experience has been instrumental to Saint Rogue’s rapid success in TV and film.
Join Mike and I as we talk about his career in the rapidly changing music industry, some of his special projects and where he thinks the music industry is headed. You won't want to miss it!
Learn more about Mike:
Websites:
https://www.smidimusic.com
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