Colin Smith

Colin Smith is an Irish-born vocalist and guitarist whose dynamic career spans multiple decades and genres. As a solo artist, Colin has collaborated with industry luminaries including Alicia Keys, Adele, and Christina Aguilera performing the Grammy-winning duet Say Something.

Colin Smith is an Irish-born vocalist and guitarist whose dynamic career spans multiple decades and genres. Born in Dublin, he first gained recognition as the frontman of the alternative rock band MrNorth. Under RCA Records, the band toured extensively, sharing stages with renowned acts such as The Who, Van Halen, Sheryl Crow, and Journey, and performing at festivals like Bonnaroo and Lollapalooza.

As a solo artist, Colin has collaborated with industry luminaries including Alicia Keys, Adele, and Christina Aguilera. Notably, he toured globally with Aguilera from 2014 to 2019, performing the Grammy-winning duet Say Something and providing background vocals. His versatile vocal talents were also showcased over three seasons on Saturday Night Live.

Colin’s original compositions have been featured in major motion pictures and television series, including appearances on soundtracks such as The Lincoln Lawyer (with The Wilderness), the BBC’s Being Human (Organ In Your Chest), and Lucifer (Hands Out, Head High), as well as on the City of Lies soundtrack through his collaboration with Joe Perry of Aerosmith.

In his solo endeavors, Colin released his debut album The Wilderness in 2009 and followed it with The Candles EP in 2023, reflecting his growth as a singer-songwriter. Singles like Is It Ever Now and The Tree have achieved international success—with Is It Ever Now reaching number one on the Irish Alternative iTunes chart and number eight overall in Ireland. He is currently writing and recording a new full-length project, slated for release in 2026.

Beyond his recording career, Colin co-founded the Sounds from the Cellar podcast alongside the Olive Tree Madmen. Recorded live at New York City’s Olive Tree Café, the podcast features candid conversations and performances with guest artists, offering listeners an intimate glimpse into the creative process, with past episodes including discussions with Lalah Hathaway and Peter Gunz.

Colin’s versatility also extends to symphonic and theatrical performances. As a Greenberg Artist, he has been a featured vocalist in productions such as Revolution: The Music of The Beatles – A Symphonic Experience, Twist & Shout, Decades: Back to the ’80s, and The New Wave, collaborating with various U.S. symphonies. Looking ahead, he is preparing to make his screen debut in both television and film, opening a new chapter in his career.

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