SMIDI BEATS: Jazz Foundation

Smidi Beats

Jazz Foundation

© 2005 Eric D. Smith (634479112638)

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A collection of Smooth Jazz / Soft Hip Hop / R&B / Soul / instrumental music tracks. Each melody and arrangement is clearly defined for your listening pleasure.

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Eric “Smidi” Smith, born January 27 1960 in Covington, Kentucky. Smidi is a self taught musician. His interest in music started in 1968. Smidi plays the Lead, Bass guitar, drums and keyboards. The name “SMIDI” derives from MIDI (musical, instrument, digital, interface) Smidi joined the US Air Force 1981 and retired as an E6 2001. During his military career Smidi auditioned and was selected to tour as lead guitarist with the prestigious Air Force “Tops-N-Blue showcase Entertainment Group. In 1990 Smidi was assigned to Nellis AFB, Nevada where he was introduced to MIDI equipment. He learned that he could sequence all of the musical parts from a common computer source. Smidi’s primary instruments are the Bass and Rhythm Guitar. Since discovering the use of MIDI equipment in 1992 he has sequenced music tracks for well known artist i.e. Leon Haywood, Spice 1, New Birth, and Clay Hammond. Smidi produced the movie sound track music for Love Beat The Hell Outta Me 2000, Gang Tapes 2003 and HEROS 2008. Smidi co-produced the theme song music for Hip Hop–Hip Hop A Show for Las Vegas, and the “The Venetian Wheel Deal” Game Show theme song too.

Smidi has approximately 2000 created original instrumental music tracks in his music catalog, and 1049 registered song titles with ASCAP. His goal is to produce music to achieve recognition as a “well rounded successful musician” in multiple genres.

Smidi Beats has background music credits for E Channel “The Girls Next Door”, The History Channel “Modern Marvels” WGN America “Funniest Pets & People” HGTV “Free Style, Designed to Sell and Curb Appeal”, Nickelodeon Channel, and FOX Sports Network “All Access”, and “Three Sheets”, just to name a few . He has and is currently producing music tracks for several up and coming artist projects i.e. Geno “G-Love” Stanley, J.B The Don, 5 Star, Anonymous and ParaGraFFz just to name a few.

Smidi Beats first solo jazz CD entitled “Jazz Foundation” is now available at http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/smidi.

Contact: Eric “Smidi” Smith AKA Smidi Beats at ESmith702@aol.com for all of your Music Production needs.

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  • former lead singer taurus band
    author: micael whalen

    eric, you were and still are one of the most talented people I know. From the time we were back home in Ky. playing locally I knew you were meant for greatness. Jazz foundation is a "5 Star" effort. I particularly enjoyed tracks, 4, 5, and 7...would love to create music with again bro'...mike

  • Great mix of old school jazz with smooth jazz
    author: agesimp

    Smidi Beats' Jazz Foundation delivers a great blend of old school and smooth jazz. Again, Smidi, has not limited his musical style, as this one is a must for any wanting a cross mixed of old school, smooth jazz, chilled/lounge selections.

  • The Musical Man
    author: Leonard Spikes

    This guy has the touch to make any music production come alive this CD is a must have because it sound so good to your ears. Peace

  • great c d
    author: sonia boyd

    this is your greatest c d yet smidi, i heard you're coming out with muscle beats with www.ringboyz.com a workout c d, i'm waiting for that one too. sonia boyd chicago, il

  • You got mass skillz, bro. Keep bringin' it! Luv ya!
    author: Queen Rene'

    You are a dynamic all around musician and this CD expresses all of the deep soul you were born with. Peace, Queen Rene'

  • author: BLK OPS Records/ Leanard Jackson

    My Man!!! smidi on top of your game as always Power on!

  • Keep up the good work it sounds greeat
    author: bassfacelv@yahoo.com

    This cd takes every listiner on a journey thanx smidi.

  • Qutstanding keyboard work! He is and amazing artist he can play all instruments,
    author: Kenneth L. Mahn
  • A True Musiciam
    author: Stephon Cleghorn

    This man knows how to bring it.He has strong knowledge of Jazz & it's roots.Easy listening to the fullest.You can take a road trip & never change the cd.

  • Awesome ! Beautiful arrangements !
    author: "G"

    I'm really feeling this CD ! Very well put together ! Love the arrangements. For all you that love jazz ! Don't sleep on this ! A definite for my collection ! Thanks Smidi. You are blessed ! Thank you for your music !

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