Artis D Smith
We are all about independent music, and we have the honor of interviewing Artis D Smith on our platform. Please read below!
Q. Hello and how are you?
A. Hey, how are you? I am doing great.
Q. For the record, please state your artist name.
A. Artis D. Smith
Q. Where are you from, and where do you live now?
A. I was born in Chicago, raised in Kansas City and currently reside in Las Vegas.
Q. How long have you been in the music industry?
A. For over 20 years
Q. How did you get started in the music business?
A. In high school I played in the marching band but realized after a talent show the singers got all the attention. I started singing then. However several years later I ran into some guys that were forming a singing group. I joined and became a member of the group 4Real. My music career took off from there.
Q. What do you think about the music business?
A. It has ups and has downs. It is not an easy industry to learn. It is not just about singing or even writing there is so much more that goes on behind the scenes.
Q. We see your legal name is Artis, but do you consider yourself as an artist, or a performer?
A. One of my favorite phrases when introducing myself is my Name is not just Artis I am an artist. I love to sing, write and a little known fact: decorate and draw.
Q. Do you have any shows coming up where fans can see you perform?
A. I don’t currently have anything scheduled but I am working on it.
Q. Tell us about your journey so far in the music business. What would you say is your greatest musical achievement, and how did you arrive at this point?
A. For many years I have been singing in groups, both R&B and Gospel. I am now a solo artist. When you are accustomed to being part of a group it is different to be on the stage alone. I am enjoying the journey. I have met some great individuals along the way. I will say my greatest musical achievement was winning a steeple award as part of a gospel group.
Q. Wutz Hood Radio has done interviews with a variety of artists. Celebrities and independent artists alike. On a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being the lowest and 10 being the highest, what level would you rank yourself as an artist, and why?
A. I rank myself a 7. The reason I say 7 is because I feel I have some achievements but I still have room to grow and get better.
Q. Are you signed to a record label? If so, what is the name of the record label?
A. I am currently independent.
Q. What is the name of your company?
A. Artis the Artist entertainment
Q. What is the name of your current project?
A. Party an R&B cut.
Q. Can you share the top links to your music?
A. https://open.spotify.com/artist/3B8pxaYuUil920E7wNXnua?flow_ctx=fd4e3939-3fce-4205-bfc8-5f6b728dfcfe%3A1697202177
Q. What new projects are you currently working on?
A. I am working on a Gospel Song Love Like Yours.
Q. Would you like to send anyone a shout out? If so, what is their instagram handle?
A. Yes I would like to shout out 2 people that have really helped me with my music since moving to Las Vegas.
Charlie Mac @macamilliondollarman and Raphael RJ2 @raphaelrj2
Q. Where can fans find you on social media?
A. Instagram www.instagram/artisdsmith Facebook @artis.smith.7 and @artissmithentertainment
Artis, thank you for sharing all of this delightful information, and we look forward to playing more of your music on out station!
