Roger L. Smith
@rogerlsmith.net
📍 Grand Rapids, Michigan
🎸 musician / composer / producer / lyricist / storyteller 🎶
🔗 https://rogerlsmith.net
liberal, democrat, science geek, computer nerd, music junkie & cat lover 🐈⬛❤️
🎸 musician / composer / producer / lyricist / storyteller 🎶
🔗 https://rogerlsmith.net
liberal, democrat, science geek, computer nerd, music junkie & cat lover 🐈⬛❤️
So, my next song is dropping soon, probably early October. This one is politically charged, just in time for the mid-term elections. I hope you'll follow along, this one's going to be a banger!
September 26, 2026 at 1:50 AM
So, my next song is dropping soon, probably early October. This one is politically charged, just in time for the mid-term elections. I hope you'll follow along, this one's going to be a banger!
I despise people who tell me they KNOW specific facts about God, when there is absolutely zero evidence of God to begin with. Believe whatever you want, but when you KNOW something, it must be the truth.
September 13, 2026 at 4:20 AM
I despise people who tell me they KNOW specific facts about God, when there is absolutely zero evidence of God to begin with. Believe whatever you want, but when you KNOW something, it must be the truth.
If you're into music production, you should check out my latest post on my Substack - Advanced Sound Design in Modern Music Production - substack.com/@rogeronmusi...
Advanced Sound Design in Modern Music Production
Tips and Techniques for Creating Signature Sounds
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September 13, 2026 at 4:14 AM
If you're into music production, you should check out my latest post on my Substack - Advanced Sound Design in Modern Music Production - substack.com/@rogeronmusi...
Lately, I've been experimenting a lot with AI and how it can benefit musicians and producers. I've posted an article my website about how AI best benefits music makers. "How to Create Music Ideas With AI & Turn Them Into Editable MIDI in Your DAW" - rogerlsmith.net/ai-music-ide...
How to Create Music Ideas With AI and Convert Audio to MIDI
Learn how to generate music ideas with AI, convert audio into editable MIDI, and reshape melodies, chords, bass, and drums in your DAW.
rogerlsmith.net
September 12, 2026 at 2:25 AM
Lately, I've been experimenting a lot with AI and how it can benefit musicians and producers. I've posted an article my website about how AI best benefits music makers. "How to Create Music Ideas With AI & Turn Them Into Editable MIDI in Your DAW" - rogerlsmith.net/ai-music-ide...
So, I'm really tired of all the haters of AI assisted music. I've just published a post on my website addressing this topic. Check it out if you're interested. rogerlsmith.net/ai-music-bac...
Why AI Music Gets So Much Hate Online: Copyright, Artists & AI Slop
Why is AI music getting so much hate online? Explore the real concerns around copyright, vocal cloning, streaming royalties, AI spam, authenticity, and artist rights.
rogerlsmith.net
August 30, 2026 at 2:19 AM
So, I'm really tired of all the haters of AI assisted music. I've just published a post on my website addressing this topic. Check it out if you're interested. rogerlsmith.net/ai-music-bac...
So, if you haven't listened to my music, you should watch this - youtu.be/wYcJmvp5GO4?...
Neil deGrasse Tyson’s 20-Minute TAKEDOWN of Christianity (Re-Upload)
YouTube video by Nash Kyalo
youtu.be
August 22, 2026 at 4:21 AM
So, if you haven't listened to my music, you should watch this - youtu.be/wYcJmvp5GO4?...
Looking for a southwestern rock vibe? Check out my song "Daylight Pass" about being stranded in Death Valley - open.spotify.com/track/1f2Hbq...
Daylight Pass
Roger L. Smith · Acutely Insipid · Song · 2026
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August 22, 2026 at 4:08 AM
Looking for a southwestern rock vibe? Check out my song "Daylight Pass" about being stranded in Death Valley - open.spotify.com/track/1f2Hbq...
Flowers are the foundation of Spring. This is a song about a misfit flower I wrote this past Spring. Please enjoy, "Lonely Sidewalk Flower" - open.spotify.com/track/6nrgP7...
Lonely Sidewalk Flower
Roger L. Smith · Acutely Insipid · Song · 2026
open.spotify.com
August 22, 2026 at 3:53 AM
Flowers are the foundation of Spring. This is a song about a misfit flower I wrote this past Spring. Please enjoy, "Lonely Sidewalk Flower" - open.spotify.com/track/6nrgP7...
Do you have young children? I wrote this when my kids were both 7 - 9 years old, while contemplating my own mortality. This is called, "When I Fall" - open.spotify.com/track/2m21Sp...
When I Fall
Roger L. Smith · Acutely Insipid · Song · 2026
open.spotify.com
August 22, 2026 at 3:38 AM
Do you have young children? I wrote this when my kids were both 7 - 9 years old, while contemplating my own mortality. This is called, "When I Fall" - open.spotify.com/track/2m21Sp...
I re-joined Facebook a couple weeks ago in hopes of being able to share my music with more people, and it's not letting me. Facebook is even crappier than when I deleted my account 8 years ago!
August 22, 2026 at 3:32 AM
I re-joined Facebook a couple weeks ago in hopes of being able to share my music with more people, and it's not letting me. Facebook is even crappier than when I deleted my account 8 years ago!
I love science - youtu.be/Sen_o3DhBo4?...
Neil deGrasse Tyson's 8-Minute TAKEDOWN of Religion
YouTube video by Space Cay
youtu.be
August 16, 2026 at 4:17 AM
I love science - youtu.be/Sen_o3DhBo4?...
I'd like to invite everyone to check out the video for my latest song, Scarecrow. This is a country / folk tune about working, loneliness and making music. It is on my YouTube channel, and I'd be eternally grateful for likes and new subscribers! youtu.be/UUmzU3GTCus?...
Scarecrow
YouTube video by Roger L. Smith
youtu.be
August 16, 2026 at 3:10 AM
I'd like to invite everyone to check out the video for my latest song, Scarecrow. This is a country / folk tune about working, loneliness and making music. It is on my YouTube channel, and I'd be eternally grateful for likes and new subscribers! youtu.be/UUmzU3GTCus?...
Reposted by Roger L. Smith
BREAKING: Elon Musk is pouring another $100–$120 million into the final 3 months of the midterms.
The richest man on Earth is buying elections to gut corporate oversight and slash taxes on the rich.
Remember: It's an investment.
The richest man on Earth is buying elections to gut corporate oversight and slash taxes on the rich.
Remember: It's an investment.
August 14, 2026 at 6:03 PM
BREAKING: Elon Musk is pouring another $100–$120 million into the final 3 months of the midterms.
The richest man on Earth is buying elections to gut corporate oversight and slash taxes on the rich.
Remember: It's an investment.
The richest man on Earth is buying elections to gut corporate oversight and slash taxes on the rich.
Remember: It's an investment.
I am incredibly pissed off at the @threads community. This week they disrespected my music and my musical abilities. Ironically this week I also created a new Facebook account after deleting my original account 8+ years ago. Not sure I'm really gonna last in the meta-sphere. Meta is for assholes
August 15, 2026 at 3:08 AM
I am incredibly pissed off at the @threads community. This week they disrespected my music and my musical abilities. Ironically this week I also created a new Facebook account after deleting my original account 8+ years ago. Not sure I'm really gonna last in the meta-sphere. Meta is for assholes
What the heck is up with @Threads? It's full of stupid people all of the sudden. Gonna hang out over here for a while.
August 13, 2026 at 8:44 PM
What the heck is up with @Threads? It's full of stupid people all of the sudden. Gonna hang out over here for a while.
Music lover! Please check out my latest track, Scarecrow. It is now live on my SoundCloud. It is a country / bluegrass track about the lonely life of being a scarecrow. Comments are greatly appreciated. soundcloud.com/rogerlsmith/...
Scarecrow
© 2026 Roger L. Smith
Lyrics by Roger L. Smith
Music and vocals generated with AI via Suno.com under creative direction by Roger L. Smith
[ verse ]
He works the field, night and day,
non-stop, for ze
soundcloud.com
August 9, 2026 at 3:06 AM
Music lover! Please check out my latest track, Scarecrow. It is now live on my SoundCloud. It is a country / bluegrass track about the lonely life of being a scarecrow. Comments are greatly appreciated. soundcloud.com/rogerlsmith/...
Check back tomorrow for the debut of my latest song, "Scarecrow"!
August 8, 2026 at 2:11 AM
Check back tomorrow for the debut of my latest song, "Scarecrow"!
Have you wondered why the beat is so important in music? Check out my latest post on my Substack - Understanding Musical Beats & Rhythms: rogeronmusic.substack.com/p/understand...
Understanding Musical Beats & Rhythms
A Beginner’s Guide
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August 2, 2026 at 3:03 AM
Have you wondered why the beat is so important in music? Check out my latest post on my Substack - Understanding Musical Beats & Rhythms: rogeronmusic.substack.com/p/understand...
I've been a fan of Beth Orton for quite a while, and if you are too, you might be interested in my latest article on my Substack - rogeronmusic.substack.com/p/the-quiet-...
The Quiet Brilliance of Beth Orton’s Vocals and Songwriting
Beth Orton’s vocals and songwriting occupy a rare space where vulnerability, grit, and quiet transcendence all coexist, making her one of the most distinctive voices to emerge from the folktronica era...
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July 12, 2026 at 2:37 AM
I've been a fan of Beth Orton for quite a while, and if you are too, you might be interested in my latest article on my Substack - rogeronmusic.substack.com/p/the-quiet-...
I'd like to invite everyone to listen to my latest song "The Circle of Fifths". I've just created a lyric video for this quirky piano based song about cruising around a park in the evening. This is a fun, nonsensical escape for anyone needing a short break. Check it out - youtu.be/vuGaFVI5nzg?...
The Circle of Fifths
YouTube video by Roger L. Smith
youtu.be
July 11, 2026 at 2:41 AM
I'd like to invite everyone to listen to my latest song "The Circle of Fifths". I've just created a lyric video for this quirky piano based song about cruising around a park in the evening. This is a fun, nonsensical escape for anyone needing a short break. Check it out - youtu.be/vuGaFVI5nzg?...
Lovers of quirky piano music - my latest track might be your newest favorite! Check out The Circle of Fifths, on my SoundCloud page - soundcloud.com/rogerlsmith/...
The Circle of Fifths
© 2026 Roger L. Smith.
Lyrics by Roger L. Smith.
Music and vocals generated with AI via Suno.com under creative direction by Roger L. Smith.
[Verse]
Warm summer evening,
with a cool cool breeze
soundcloud.com
July 5, 2026 at 3:34 AM
Lovers of quirky piano music - my latest track might be your newest favorite! Check out The Circle of Fifths, on my SoundCloud page - soundcloud.com/rogerlsmith/...
Hey music lovers! I'd like to invite you all to listen to my latest album "Acutely Insipid" which is free on Spotify. This is honest, heartfelt songwriting through various genres. I'd greatly appreciate your support. open.spotify.com/album/1udGEu...
Acutely Insipid - Album by Roger L. Smith | Spotify
Roger L. Smith · album · 2026 · 9 songs
open.spotify.com
June 28, 2026 at 3:26 AM
Hey music lovers! I'd like to invite you all to listen to my latest album "Acutely Insipid" which is free on Spotify. This is honest, heartfelt songwriting through various genres. I'd greatly appreciate your support. open.spotify.com/album/1udGEu...
Fans of Nick Drake will enjoy my latest post on Substack - substack.com/@rogeronmusi...
Why Nick Drake Might Be the Greatest Songwriter of All Time
Few artists have achieved what Nick Drake did in just three albums.
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June 28, 2026 at 3:21 AM
Fans of Nick Drake will enjoy my latest post on Substack - substack.com/@rogeronmusi...
Happy June 6 - www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3VN...
CW McCall Convoy
YouTube video by ConvoyTM
www.youtube.com
June 7, 2026 at 3:48 AM
Happy June 6 - www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3VN...
I'd like to invite you to check out my latest song, Daylight Pass. I just finished this and uploaded it to SoundCloud. Have a listen and let me know what you think! - soundcloud.com/rogerlsmith/...
Daylight Pass
© 2026 Roger L. Smith.
Lyrics by Roger L. Smith.
Music and vocals generated with AI via Suno.com under creative direction by Roger L. Smith.
[ verse ]
Worn, torn, black vinyl seat
Sticky, swea
soundcloud.com
June 7, 2026 at 2:55 AM
I'd like to invite you to check out my latest song, Daylight Pass. I just finished this and uploaded it to SoundCloud. Have a listen and let me know what you think! - soundcloud.com/rogerlsmith/...