Life as a country music artist is anything but easy. Musician Noah Smith explains the long nights on the road, songwriting, making records and the friendships along the way.
Ohio born, Brown County raised - this father of three is enjoying the journey.
After all, there is no easy road to stardom; you have to take the Long Cut.
I released a new song. 'Shoulda Seen Me Yesterday' AVAILABLE EVERYWHERE NOW
Releasing music as an independent artist can be challenging but its always worth it!
You can find out more about my journe…
In this episode I ask and answer the question Why Patreon? and peal back more of the layers behind what it takes to be an independent music artist. I share my reasons and passion behind starting a me…
Finding my way as an independent artist in uncertain times. Patience, Perspective, & Innovation have helped me stay focused, level up, and maintain momentum so I can give value to my fans and add val…
Trapper Haskins is an American songwriter, touring artist, author, woodworker, and shipwright from Franklin, TN. This episode is a very private phone conversation with myself and Trapper.
Trapper ha…
Matt Bischoff is a Survivor cast member, entrepreneur, musician, and all around ambitious bearded dude. I grew up watching VHS tapes of Matt in his Pro BMX Days. Our conversation covers everything fr…
I catch up with my old pal Rich Redmond from the Jason Aldean band as we dive into the grit and grime it takes to make it in the music industry. Rich shares with us stories from the road and some of …
Somehow through the grit and grime of the rolling highways, performing songwriter Adam Lee (@shotsfromthevan) managed to sit down and have a great conversation with me. We discuss the road, his actin…
Ep. 16 - Here is the summer update. Noah has been busy, professionally and with his family. This episode details the latest with the band, the family and grind that is the long cut.
Noah also chroni…
Ep. 15 - This episode is recorded on location at the CD release party for 500 Miles to Memphis in Newport, Kentucky. Noah and his band performed as the opening act.
Noah interviews good friend Ryan M…
Ep. 14 - Noah explains the latest with the New Year's Eve Live Album and when you can expect to download it. New opportunities for both Noah and Chris leads to a serious conversation about tough 'Lon…
Ep. 13 - Happy New Year! This episode Noah thanks everyone involved in 2018 and the New Years Eve Live recording. There are a few tour dates to discuss for the new year.
The biggest reveal is the ba…
Ep. 12 - This episode Noah sits down with his supportive wife Kandice. She is artistic in her own right as a professional photographer. Noah, Kandice and their infant son, Brooks, talk about the long…
Ep. 11 brings Noah's band together. This is the conversation with band members Michael Moeller, John McGuire, and Joe Rico after rehearsal. The group talks about getting ready to record a live album …
Ep. 10 - Noah explains how a social media post this week meant a lot to him. The post was about one Noah's favorite quotes, If I have seen further than others, it is by standing upon the shoulders of…
Celebrating Noah Smith's music. This bonus coverage explains the inspiration behind the song 'Keep On' off of the Long Cut Album. The famous road trip that started the song ends with a chance encount…
Ep.9 - This week Noah remembers his days on the UC Ski Team... seriously. He reveals a few details about writing songs in Nashville recently. In true Noah style, he recalls the time he bumped into Ly…
Celebrating Noah Smith's music. Noah breaks down the song 'Devil Child' in this bonus coverage, which is actually a love song for his wife.
Ep. 8 - Noah shares new details about the New Year's Eve show at the famed Ludlow Garage including a live recording. He also explains the concept behind the 'Gift Song' and how you can have a custom …
Ep. 7 - Noah calls his fan base The Big Ol' Family. This episode Big Ol' Family asked the questions and Noah happily answered them, with bourbon in hand. Noah shares his dream venue, why he plays cou…
Celebrating Noah Smith's Music. This bonus coverage tells the story behind the song 'We're on Fire' on the Long Cut Album. It is also the title song to the Long Cut Podcast.