Smino Preview

By: Kevin ZhaguiFrom his humble beginnings in St. Louis, Missouri, Christopher Smith Jr. was born into a world full of vivacious and soulful music. As a child, Smino was raised with the influence of the Church and the soulful gospel that would later go on to influence his ideology and voice that he carries his music. It is because of this rich and charismatic gospel background that Smino is able to inspire and move his audience with his rich and poignant voice. In the past, Smino has stressed the importance of his vocals, his band, and his background singers to create an intimate experience with his fans. For Smino, there is a lot of beauty in simplicity. For that very reason he creates a certain atmosphere in his performances that shy away from extravagant lighting and billboards, and moves toward the metaphysical emotions that manifest from his music.If you are in the Champaign-Urbana area this is absolutely a show you cannot miss. With the beautiful stature and amazing acoustics of the Foellinger Auditorium, Smino will surely be in his element for an unforgettable performance. For the true experience of an artist with the guts to be the best, $15 almost seems like a trivial price for this spectacular event. Tickets are available at star-course.com and I highly advise securing your ticket before someone else does.