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MICHAEL W. SMITH


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Michael Whitaker Smith was born October 7, 1957 to Paul and Barbara Smith in Kenova, West Virginia. A sister named Kim would follow. Michael was a typical boy – active in baseball, his family’s church activities, and playing piano. But in not-so-typical fashion, he wrote his first song at age five. At the age of ten, he made a decision to give his life to Christ. He dreamed of playing professional baseball. Michael attended college at Marshall University in West Virginia but after one semester dropped out to move to Nashville and pursue a career in music. (side note trivia: In 1992 Michael received an honorary Doctorate of Music degree from Alderson-Broaddus College in Philippi, West Virginia.

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King + Country Drops Sophmore Track 'Checking in (Feat. Lee Brice)' From Upcoming Sou Photo King + Country Drops Sophmore Track 'Checking in (Feat. Lee Brice)' From Upcoming Soundtrack
by Michael Major - February 02, 2024

Available alongside an official music video, 'Checking In' is a fitting tribute to vivid memories, bittersweet regret, and the love between a parent and a child, as portrayed in the upcoming theatrical biopic that will be released in theaters nationwide on April 26 via LIONSGATE. Listen to 'Checking...

Michael W. Smith Releases New Christmas Album 'Every Christmas' Photo Michael W. Smith Releases New Christmas Album 'Every Christmas'
by Michael Major - October 10, 2023

Smith co-produced Every Christmas with his son, Tyler Michael Smith. His daughters Whitney Mooring and Anna Smith are also featured throughout the project, along with his 17 grandchildren. The family focus is fitting, as the songs on this album paint a picture of all of the merriment of the holiday ...

Amy Grant & Michael W. Smith Announce Dates for 2023 Christmas Tour Photo Amy Grant & Michael W. Smith Announce Dates for 2023 Christmas Tour
by Michael Major - July 10, 2023

Multi-platinum, GRAMMY® winners Amy Grant and Michael W. Smith have announced dates for their 2023 Christmas Tour this holiday season.  Joined by special guest Michael Tait of the Newsboys, Grant and Smith will co-headline nine holiday shows, including their first appearance together on New York Cit...

Michael W. Smith Announces New Christmas EP 'Christmas At Home' Photo Michael W. Smith Announces New Christmas EP 'Christmas At Home'
by Michael Major - October 13, 2022

Among the tracks, there are two instrumental pieces, “The Star” (featuring a haunting vocal line from daughter Whitney Mooring and lush orchestration) and “Christmas at Wildwood' which features Smith’s signature gift and sound for writing melodies on the piano.  Throughout the entire EP, the music a...

J4 Releases New Single 'Buffalo' Photo J4 Releases New Single 'Buffalo'
by Michael Major - September 09, 2022

J4’s newest single, called Buffalo, gives us all the perfect soft melody as it takes the audience on a journey about self-discovery and that ‘home’ feeling. Additionally, this track conveys a ‘home’ feeling to the audience, transporting listeners to a different reality where they can see themselves ...

Toast To J4 And Elena Gentleman's New Engagement In Latest Song 'Stay With Me' Photo Toast To J4 And Elena Gentleman's New Engagement In Latest Song 'Stay With Me'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 29, 2022

Multi-genre sensation J4 pulls at our heartstrings in his newest single 'Stay With Me' featuring fiancee Elena Gentleman. The song takes listeners through an upbeat pop journey of asking someone to remain by your side and never leave you no matter what lies ahead. ...

Michael W. Smith Releases New Song 'Cry For Hope' Photo Michael W. Smith Releases New Song 'Cry For Hope'
by Michael Major - April 01, 2022

GRAMMY ® Winning, multi-platinum selling and artist Michael W. Smith is releasing his moving new instrumental single “Cry For Hope” today in response to the current devastation in Ukraine. “Cry For Hope” was recorded with the Nashville Recording Orchestra and Smith on piano. David Hamilton led the o...

Carrie Underwood Releases Special Edition of 'My Gift' Photo Carrie Underwood Releases Special Edition of 'My Gift'
by Michael Major - September 24, 2021

The new edition of Underwood's acclaimed Christmas album features three new tracks, including “Favorite Time Of Year”, “All Is Well”, “Let There Be Peace/Something In The Water (LIVE From HBO Max’s MY GIFT: A Christmas Special From Carrie Underwood)”....

Charlie Daniels Posthumously Receives Pandora Billionaire Award Photo Charlie Daniels Posthumously Receives Pandora Billionaire Award
by Sarah Jae Leiber - August 23, 2021

The 2021 Volunteer Jam: A Musical Salute to Charlie Daniels was produced by Outback Presents in association with David Corlew and Associates and Conway Entertainment Group....

Carrie Underwood Announces 'My Gift' Special Edition Photo Carrie Underwood Announces 'My Gift' Special Edition
by TV News Desk - July 27, 2021

Initially released September 25, 2020, Underwood’s first-ever Christmas album, My Gift, debuted #1 across multiple global charts, including Billboard’s Country, Christian and Holiday album charts....

Gaither Gospel Classic 'Because He Lives' Celebrates Its 50th Anniversary Photo Gaither Gospel Classic 'Because He Lives' Celebrates Its 50th Anniversary
by Sarah Jae Leiber - March 17, 2021

Fifty years later, “Because He Lives” has been recorded by a long list of artists, including Alabama, the Gaither Vocal Band, Matt Maher, Bradley Walker, David Osborne, Guy Penrod, Jimmy Fortune, Kristin Chenoweth, Órla Fallon, Rudy Pérez, Steven Curtis Chapman and many others....

Michael W. Smith Announces 2020 Christmas Performances Photo Michael W. Smith Announces 2020 Christmas Performances
by Sarah Jae Leiber - November 10, 2020

Iconic multi-platinum, singer and songwriter Michael W. Smith is bringing his iconic Christmas show back this upcoming holiday season for three exclusive dates....

Michael W. Smith's 'Comedy For A Cause' Charity Event Free & Open To The Public Photo Michael W. Smith's 'Comedy For A Cause' Charity Event Free & Open To The Public
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 23, 2020

For the first time ever, anyone in the world can attend iconic singer & songwriter Michael W. Smith’s “Comedy for a Cause” charity event for free....

Michael W. Smith Releases Powerful Music Video For 'Conversation' Photo Michael W. Smith Releases Powerful Music Video For 'Conversation'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 06, 2020

Iconic singer and songwriter Michael W. Smith has released the powerful music video for his song “Conversation” today, set to a stripped down version of the track.  ...

Michael W. Smith Announces New Album STILL Photo Michael W. Smith Announces New Album STILL
by A.A. Cristi - September 28, 2020

Prolific singer and songwriter Michael W. Smith announced his newest album STILL will be released October 9, 2020 and is available to pre-order today. Fresh off his 36th #1 song, “Waymaker”, STILL brings an atmospheric listening experience of improvisational music coupled with inspirational scriptur...

Additional Artists Join PURE RIVER AT THE RYMAN Worship Event Photo Additional Artists Join PURE RIVER AT THE RYMAN Worship Event
by Sarah Jae Leiber - September 21, 2020

In preparation for the upcoming 24 hour livestream event “Pure River at the Ryman”, Harvest Sound International this morning announced the addition of multiple leading Christian artists...

Country and Southern Rock Great Charlie Daniels Laid To Rest Photo Country and Southern Rock Great Charlie Daniels Laid To Rest
by Stephi Wild - July 11, 2020

Family, friends and hundreds of fans gathered yesterday at World Outreach Church in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, to pay their respects to country and southern rock icon Charlie Daniels....

Michael W. Smith's 35 Years Of Friends Tour Announces Postponement Photo Michael W. Smith's 35 Years Of Friends Tour Announces Postponement
by Stephi Wild - March 14, 2020

A postponement has been announced for the remaining dates on the Michael W. Smith: 35 Years of Friends Tour effective immediately....

Michael W. Smith Announces Extension Of 35 Years Of Friends Tour Photo Michael W. Smith Announces Extension Of 35 Years Of Friends Tour
by Kaitlin Milligan - December 20, 2019

Due to overwhelming demand, Awakening Events today announced the spring extension of the Michael W. Smith 35 Years Of Friends Tour.  The 17-city spring tour comes on the heels of a widely popular fall run that celebrated 14 sold out dates.  “The fans made it clear, they want more Michael W. Smith, a...

SiriusXM to Launch Holiday Music Channels Photo SiriusXM to Launch Holiday Music Channels
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 24, 2019

SiriusXM announced today its extensive holiday music lineup featuring 15 commercial free channels including the much anticipated Holly and Holiday Traditions channels. Hallmark Channel Radio will kick off the holiday season Friday, October 25, and 12 more music channels will start broadcasting on Fr...

Emily Miller Releases Lyric Video for Debut Single 'Avaline' Photo Emily Miller Releases Lyric Video for Debut Single 'Avaline'
by Abigail Charpentier - October 17, 2019

A lyric video produced by White Door Productions in support of the debut single, “Avaline,” by multi talented country, bluegrass, and gospel singer Emily Miller, from West Chester, Ohio was released today on her Facebook artist page and YouTube.  ...

Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith Reunite For Seven Christmas Performances Across U.S. Photo Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith Reunite For Seven Christmas Performances Across U.S.
by Kaitlin Milligan - July 15, 2019

Multi-platinum, GRAMMY® winners Amy Grant and Michael W. Smith are reuniting to co-bill their popular Christmas tour this upcoming holiday season, where they will be joined by special guest Marc Martel. Incorporating a full symphony orchestra at each performance, this musical mastery is being presen...

Michael W. Smith Invites Fans to Celebrate “35 Years Of Friends” With Fall Tour Photo Michael W. Smith Invites Fans to Celebrate “35 Years Of Friends” With Fall Tour
by Tori Hartshorn - June 19, 2019

Gospel Music Hall of Famer and multi-platinum, GRAMMY® Winner Michael W. Smith has announced plans for his fall headlining tour celebrating 35 years of his groundbreaking, iconic song “Friends”. The 23-city tour will launch in Springfield, Missouri on October 3 and will also feature stops in Atlanta...

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by Kaitlin Milligan - May 01, 2019

35 Years Of Friends: Celebrating The Music Of Michael W. Smith was packed with over 3 hours of performances from singers including: Amy Grant, Wynonna, Randy Travis with Steven Curtis Chapman, Jordin Sparks with Jordan Smith, Rascal Flatts, The Backstreet Boys' Brian Littrell, Charlie Daniels, the G...

Billy Ray Cyrus, Charlie Daniels, Gavin DeGraw Join Michael W. Smith Tribute Photo Billy Ray Cyrus, Charlie Daniels, Gavin DeGraw Join Michael W. Smith Tribute
by Kaitlin Milligan - April 17, 2019

Billy Ray Cyrus, Charlie Daniels, Gavin DeGraw, Home Free, The Katinas, Wes King, Nicole C. Mullins, Michael Tait, Matthew Ward and Zach Williams have been added to the star-studded lineup to celebrate Michael W. Smith during the once-in-a-lifetime tribute event taking place April 30th at Nashville'...











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