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Gayla Smith
Acoustic / Pop / Rock

GAYLA SMITH



BUCKEYE LAKE, Ohio
United States

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Last Login:  12/16/2009
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Member Since9/15/2006
Band Websitewww.gaylasmith.com
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InfluencesGnarles Barkley,Tom Petty,Todd Rundgren,Grand Funk,John Mayer,Sarah McLachlin,Norah Jones,Carole King,Bonnie Raitt,Linda Rondstat,Neil Young, Johnny Cash, The Cars, Trisha Yearwood, Wynona Judd, Pat Benetar, Blondie, Joan Jett, Dusty Springfield, Petula Clark
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   About Gayla Smith
Singer/songwriter/performer Gayla Smith encompasses the honesty, maturity and compassion that are making its way back to the mainstream with such artists as Norah Jones, Sarah McLaughlin, Mary Chapin Carpenter and K.D. Lang. Gayla grew up strongly influenced by the sounds of Chrissie Hynde, Carole King, Todd Rundgren, Grand Funk Railroad, Billy Holiday, Diana Ross, The Doors, Dusty Springfield, Peggy Lee, and a string of other greats that helped to mold her eclectic taste. Raised in Ohio, Gayla began her performing career as a child. “My parents bought me an accordion and put me in every talent show.” Although it was clear to Gayla that being an accordion player was not her destiny, it was also clear that being a musician was. Over the years she has gigged for politicians, churches, roadhouses, benefits, TV. And radio shows, parades, theatres, and places she doesn’t even like to remember. She learned at an early age that the love of music was not enough to make it as a musician. After studying voice and classical piano, Gayla graduated in Cincinnati, Ohio with a BA Degree in Music Performance. She then went on to take private lessons in jazz piano, voice; bass guitar and guitar becoming more and more accomplished in a variety of idioms. In 1990, following a six year stint as designated performer for the Governor of Ohio and his guests (which included the likes of Pete Seeger and Arlo Guthrie), Gayla moved to Milwaukee to work for Hal Leonard Publishing, the world’s largest print music company. While residing in Milwaukee, she studied guitar with one of Milwaukee’s most acclaimed and accomplished guitarists, Doug Boduch of the rock group Decammeron, began to compose prolifically, and co-produced original music with Ian Spanic of the Spanic Boys, and Mike Hoffmann, nationally known composer, guitarist, and producer. Fast-forwarding to 2007 Gayla returned to, and is currently living in Ohio, where she works as a freelance musician, actress, visual artist and composer. She has performed in Key West, Washington D.C., New York City, Los Angeles, Nashville, Chicago, Columbus, and Milwaukee. Her recordings demonstrate her strengths as a vocalist and a songwriter. “When I write, I always try to maintain an element of simplicity with my lyrics, but my own complex feelings drive the message. I think of myself as a music novelist.” The past few years have brought out her artistic abilities in more visual ways. She has become a sculpter and a prolific colored pencil artist. Her work has been exhibited at Mac Worthington's in Columbus, The Works in Newark, and WJD's Hair design in Buckeye Lake, Ohio. She is currently developing a catalog of functional, wearable items bearing her original designs. For more info: www.gaylasmith.com

   


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Ben <3's Lisa

 Ben <3's Lisa



Jul 16 2009 4:35 PM

Thanks you :) You are Back home, I drove by buckeye lake a couple months ago when driving from Maryland to Indiana to visit family. Are you planning anymore cruise jobs?
Miranda

Miranda Hayman



May 27 2009 9:30 PM

Hi there!  Trying to write papers for publication   Boo!  And finding some new cool bands.  Are you tired of being in the Carribeen yet?
Steve

Steve



Jun 23 2009 9:27 PM

Hey, just got back from out west with my son. Hear you're out in a different kind of big sky country. I hope you're doing well and having a great time.
Don Gato

Don Gato



Apr 17 2009 10:06 PM

Wishing you the best of all weekends!
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Teresa

Teresa



Mar 25 2009 9:50 PM

We are awaiting your return...can't wait to hear your experience...love and hugs! T and J
Matthew

Matthew



Mar 24 2009 7:55 PM

MISS YOU GAYLA!!!
♥{aMbEr}♥

♥{aMbEr}♥



Mar 17 2009 2:26 PM

Ronni Hunter

Ronni Hunter



Dec 27 2008 4:56 PM

Miss you already! It was great meeting up with you on the ship! What a coincidence! Hope you had a Merry Christmas even though you were on Port Manning Duty (did ya ever find out what the hell that entailed? :-) Have a Happy New Year and keep those piano bar patrons in line and smilin' Love and Miss You! See ya back in Columbus soon! *Ronni* ...Steve, Kayla, Don, Mark, Delores and John too!!! xoxoxoxox
Ronni Hunter

Ronni Hunter



Dec 27 2008 4:56 PM

Oh yea.... Dog Beds and Duct/Duck Tape!!! :-)
katie

katie



Dec 1 2008 4:34 PM

nope you are! i had a good time dancing last friday.
Toby TigerHeart

Toby Grear



Nov 25 2008 3:57 AM

Just in case you missed the video of my soccer kick KO!

BUILDING AN ARMY, ONE NINJA AT A TIME!!!

CLICK HERE TO JOIN TEAM TRUE WARRIOR!
BUNKO

BUNKO



Nov 24 2008 3:15 AM

Gayla!I'm glad you guys all came over! We need to hang out more. Geesh...you make me pee my pants laughing! I'm serious about those pom/vodka tini nights, LOL!

We're all going to come see you play soon.
Any suggestions on what gig we should crash?
WatyMelon

WatyMelon



Oct 6 2008 7:07 PM

Hey girl! Stoppin' by to show some LOVE! Hope all is well with you! Keep on Groovin'!!!!
♥{aMbEr}♥

♥{aMbEr}♥



Sep 5 2008 10:05 PM

Cookout: My 29th birthday! September 13th @ my dad's partners house around 5.
Bring your bathing suit & booze, im taking care of the food but if you want to bring something feel free :) And we will have the game on for you Buckeye fans!
Watusi Sound Lab

Watusi Sound Lab



Sep 4 2008 3:31 PM

Hey Baby! I was just listening to your tune "Goodbye To You", man what a Great track! I know, you did not want to put it out, but I tellin' you girl, It's a GREAT TRACK! I'd like to put it on the site. Let me know your thoughts! Peace, Luv, T.
High N Mighty

High N Mighty



Aug 24 2008 3:58 PM

Thanks for the add.
DANGER BABY

DANGER BABY



Aug 14 2008 6:47 PM

you ADDED us!
we LOVE you!!
many thanks, sweet buddy ~ *CHEERS*
keep oooon a'rockin'...

xo

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Aug 1 2008 7:37 PM

Right here beside his beautiful woman! He knows! HAHAHA! Love ya!
T O Double D

T O Double D



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stephanie

stephanie



Jul 30 2008 11:24 AM

Thanks for the compliment. If I put a picture of Uncle David on here, people will know I know him! I usually keep THAT on the down low! lol.
Reid Coleman

Reid Coleman



Jul 27 2008 4:01 PM

Hey Lady! Good to see you yesterday!
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Paul

Paul Hatem



Jul 21 2008 3:28 PM

What I can't look
Black Horse

Black Horse



Jul 4 2008 7:47 PM

BlackHorse will be Unplugged & Jammin @ The Grille on 21st Saturday Nite starting @ 9:30.
Come Celebrate this 4th weekend with us & "LET'S RIDE"!!!!
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