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Tyrone Smith

Musician, producer, social influencer and brand ambassador Tyrone Smith was born on March 18th, 1986 in Dallas, Texas with strong influences growing up surrounded by family members with multiple talents in the area of music whether it be singing, playing, composing, arranging, or even the occasional solo his grandfather would sing after preaching a sermon.

By the age of 11, Tyrone Smith had picked up playing piano, organ, saxophone and rigorously intent on honing his craft. Raised up on Gospel and R&B, by mid-teens he was listening to rock, jazz, funk, and hip- hop. Tyrone attended Booker T. Washington High School of the Visual and Performing Arts. While in high school he participated in the jazz combo as well as the R&B ensemble. Mentored by great musicians like: Shelly Carol, Roger Boykin, Jim Riggs, Pat Franklin, and others; Tyrone worked to improve his playing skills throughout his high school career while also earning awards like Downbeat Student awards, NAACP ACT-So winner, Wabash School of Music Scholar and many others. Tyrone moved to New York City to study at The New School University Jazz & Contemporary School.

As a musician and producer he has worked for artists including Al Jarreau, Reggie Workman, Joss Stone, Erykah Badu, Bernard (Pretty) Purdie, Benny Powell, Lonnie Plaxico, Musiq Soulchild, KT Tunstall, Charlie Persip, Roy Hamilton III, Ky-Mani Marley, Eliza Neals, Kelly Wright and many other artists.

In addition to being a musician and producer to the stars Tyrone worked feverishly to integrate his brand as a public figure and solo music artist. Tyrone signed a record deal with 18th and Vine Records with an international distribution deal with Allegro Media Group in 2009. The album entitled "Playing It By Ear" which was produced by industry veteran Grammy winning producer Jack Kreisburg was released in May of 2010 not only showcasing Tyrone as the primary artist but also included 5 original songs by him and enlisted the talents of top tier talents like Onaje Allan Gumbs, Vince Ector, Bob DeVos, Ron Anthony, Sarah Elizabeth Charles, Marcus McLaurine and Ben Elliot as engineer. Not only is Tyrone an outstanding musician, He is also a savvy business man. Capitalizing on his position and relationship with major record labels he began routing all production projects and solo releases through the production company he founded years prior to his major accomplishments T's Groove Inc.

"Music is your own experience, your own thoughts, your wisdom.

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New Ep "Ready Or Not This Party's Hot" From Tyrone Smith

New Ep "Ready Or Not This Party's Hot" From Tyrone Smith

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Ready or Not this Party's Hot is not only the name of the upcoming EP from Tyrone Smith, but also the true theme of the vibe this new music gives. Gliding effortlessly through a wide range of styles and grooves this music is consistent of one true perspective and thats GROOVE; And despite contemporary sounds every song just says: JAZZ. Well-rounded is the best way to describe Tyrone Smith and his music; It has the virtuosic display of musicianship and ...

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Tyrone Smith's "Playing It by Ear" Available on May 11th

Tyrone Smith's "Playing It by Ear" Available on May 11th

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Produced by Grammy Award winning producer Jack Kreisberg. Tyrone Smith is a melodically aware saxophonist who combines melody with rhythmic complexities that appeal to both jazz & R&B listeners, including fans of Maceo Parker, David “Fathead" Newman, Fred Wesley, Grover Washington, Jr., Kirk Whalum, and Marcus Miller. Smith has performed live with Charlie Persip, Al Jarreau, Bernard Purdie, Joss Stone, Benny Powell, Junior Mance, Lonnie Plaxico, The Roots, and has opened for comedian Sinbad. Recognized and awarded by both DownBeat ...

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