"I think Jonathan Smith is one of the best drummers and producers in the Nashville vacinity, all he needs is a studio space and a kick drum, watch out." - Kevin Max [of dcTALK fame]
"Jonathan Smith, a man of many talents. He has a great ear to hear parts, tones, melody's, and knows when he hears a great song. I have a blast when I work with him." Cary Barlowe [Luna Halo]
"Jon is an innovator, the kind of producer you are thrilled about to have on your side for any project. His ear for frequencies and the ability to utilize and maximize his surroundings to better his recordings Is second to none. Then you add his passion for excellence to that and you have a knock out record every time." Lee Hester [music featured on Dawson's Creek]
"Jonathan is an amazing drummer, and an innovative producer. He brakes the mold of Nashville. He's a dear friend..." Chuck Shirock [frontman for SHIROCK]
"Jonathan Smith is an amazing talent and person. His love and passion for music comes out in everything he does." Michael [Building 429]
"I was honored to have had the oppurtunity to travel with Jonathan Smith, not only is he a masterful drummer, he has an incredible soul." [Michael English]
Perfection is best when it comes to sex, wood working, and the studio. J Smith understands performance over pitch, but he also is very detailed. You may ask yourself why someone like J Smith isn't producing records all over billboard. The answer is..He will be. [Reese Browning]
ENDORSEMENTS
LUDWIG Drums
PAISTE Cymbals
GIBSON Guitars
[Jonathan proudly uses additional various hardware/software: SHINY BOX Ribbon Microphones, Preamps and Custom Audio products [Jon Ulrigg is the man=), as well as API, Neve, Vintech, UA, Joe Meek, Dynaudio, Apple, Logic, Apogee, RME, Waves, Native Instruments, Spectrasonics, PSP, etc.....and let's not forget those Distressors.]
GEAR RENTALS provided by Rack N Roll Audio and BLACK BIRD [Nashville, TN]
CARTAGE provided by DRUM PARADISE [Nashville] and S.I.R. [Nashville, NYC, LA]
So, this song "The Darkest Star" is pretty awesome by this band called Luna Halo- I don't know if you've heard of them... but they pretty much rock.. Oh, annnnd their drummer is kinda hot;) haha ok, that's enough for one comment.. call me soon! night!
Thanks so much for the encouragement Jonathan!!You're a Great soul!Awesome drummer as well.I will be in touch.Just going through a rough patch.Thanks again!!! Rob.
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