Bio

Zachari Smith is a versatile musician, songwriter, and producer with over 15 years in the music industry. In 2021, he made the move from Montreal to West Chezzetcook, Nova Scotia, where he now operates his studio and collaborates with a wide range of artists.

Throughout his career, Zachari has been a part of various musical ventures, headlining folk clubs as part of the duo "Andrew and Zachari Smith" and touring extensively across Europe, the US, and Canada with acts like Joshua Hyslop (Nettwerk Records), Ce Qui Nous Traverse (Cuchabata), The Geese, Sarah Brendal, and The Mighty River. As a solo artist, he's toured North America and Europe multiple times, releasing two full-length albums, two EPs, and numerous singles. His 2019 LP, "Everything that Keeps You," reached #8 on the Earshot! National folk/roots/blues chart, and his 2022 LP, "We're Going Away," has gained over 20,000 streams on Spotify.

In 2016, Zachari founded Acre Alley, a record label specializing in folk and experimental music, providing a platform for emerging artists to shine. His music, rooted in folk and Americana, takes on a contemporary edge in its production, making it a compelling blend of the traditional and the modern. Zachari Smith continues to make his mark in the music industry, as a solo artist, side musician, producer and label owner.