Smio is a 24-year-old singer-songwriter hailing from Calgary, whose musical journey began at the age of 19. In just a few short years, Smio has achieved remarkable success, amassing over 1 million streams across various platforms. His standout single, “Better Off Alone,” has garnered an impressive 497k streams on Spotify alone. Beyond his own musical endeavours, Smio has played a pivotal role in fostering emerging talent, guiding multiple artists as they embark on their own music journeys. His influence extends beyond music, as he has also contributed to the acclaimed HBO series “The Last of Us,” where he served as a location manager. Smio’s music is a captivating fusion, reminiscent of Ed Sheeran’s poignant lyricism and Anderson East’s soulful sound. With a talent that transcends genres, Smio has successfully captured the hearts of listeners with his compelling and harmonious approach to music.
Name:
Smio
Genre:
R&B and Pop
Founded:
2019
Latest Single:
All Of Your Sins
Latest Video:
Favourite musician growing up:
Chris Brown
Favourite musician now:
Daniel Caesar
Guilty pleasure song:
Any Jeremy Zucker song
Live show ritual:
Eat Peanut Butter before
Favourite local musician:
Brayden Lowe
EP or LP?
EP
Early bird or night owl?
Night Owl
Road or studio?
Studio
Any shows or albums coming up?
My new single, 4 AM, featuring Dylan Joshua came out February 14th, & I’m planning my First Headlining Show at Whisky Rose
Where can we follow you?
Rapid Fire Local Questions:
What is your favourite local restaurant?
Ten Foot Henry
What is your favourite street in your city and why?
Stephen Ave, a lot of memories there
What is your favourite park in your city and why?
Fishcreek Park, also a lot of memories there
What is your favourite music venue in your city?
Palace Theatre