An Eagle Scout turned traveling troubadour, Smith is at once a multi-talented singer and a dedicated political activist. Called "an incredible songwriter and musician" by Dave Matthews, Smith is a renowned musician who performs rock, country, and rap songs seeped in the old time folk tradition. His topical songs and poetry have become local and national anthems to the activist community. Among his recordings are the 1997 single "Ballad of Abner Louima," with background vocals by Patti Smith, and his1999 debut album, Now's The Time.
