Valerie Smith

Valerie Smith

Based in Greene County, VA, Valerie Smith is a songwriter, vocalist, guitar player, and bluegrass, country, and American artist. She has developed a unique style and sound that has rocked the bluegrass world for almost two decades with a string of national and international tours, critically acclaimed recordings, Grammy, IBMA, and Dove Award nominations. Valerie's vocals deliver a staggeringly expansive range and the ability to portray a fantastic array of emotions. As NPR radio host Dave Higgs has noted, "She can be sassy, sultry, siren-like, sweet, smooth, soothing and smoldering - sometimes during the span of just one song!" When you listen to Valerie's unique voice, you can hear influences from bluegrass, blues, gospel music, and even Broadway show tunes.

Valerie Smith and her East Coast-based band, Liberty Pike, featuring legendary Hall of Famer Tom Gray on bass, are consistent audience pleasers and skilled musicians. She holds a Bachelor's of Music degree from the University of Missouri and her three years as an account executive for a marketing firm in Music City gave Valerie a valuable crash course in promotion, video, and photography to go along with her music degree. In addition to national and international tour dates, Smith continues to write, produce and record Music released by Bell Buckle Records.

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