Music is one of the many forms of art that transcends distances, making it loved by many. Whether at the gym, taking a walk, or just sitting at home, most of us like listening to music as it creates an atmosphere where we can freely express our emotions and not face judgment. Depending on the song, music can also be inspiring, encouraging us not to give up, something Chuck Smith is doing through his songs.
Unlike other artists, Chuck, popularly known by his stage name Stray Deuce Music, focuses on producing timely, groovy songs that have a sense of humor. This is helping him stand out while gaining massive recognition from the public. Chuck has performed and recorded in various parts of the world. He has also worked with luminaries such as Diana Ross, The Funk Brothers, and Paul Williams, to name a few.
According to Stray Deuce Music, one of the main reasons he chose to use this approach in creating his music is to spread positivity and love while addressing the burning issues. “People can always use good music to listen to, especially when there is a meaning behind it, bringing everyone together,” says Stray Deuce Music.
Chuck creates hilarious and timely music while highlighting pressing issues in society using humor. He has written several tracks, including “Lockdown Daze,” “Trash Mars” and one of his most recent singles, “Billie Sings.”
Speaking about the song “Billie Sings,” Stray Deuce Music explains that this is a piece he created as a tribute to Billie Eilish. He wanted to celebrate the powerful singer/songwriter while encouraging other artists to use their talents to address the many issues in society and empower their listeners.
“Billie Eilish is an artist who has quickly cemented her place in the music industry because of her great music. I believe she will continue to be a trend because of how she has positioned herself in the music industry, which is something others can borrow from her,” says Stray Deuce Music.
Through his music, Chuck shows other artists the importance of creating timely and groovy music as he helps them reach their dreams. He supports artists to produce authentic songs using their platforms to share issues affecting the music world and other industries. He also helps people learn more about music and how they can use it to tell their stories.
Stray Deuce is a guitarist and has taught hundreds of people through private one-on-one classes. He teaches guitar, bass, vocals, and songwriting, which he has done for over thirty years. Chuck has also taught courses on the history of rock n’ roll and the evolution of songwriting while playing numerous studio dates as a singer, guitarist, and vocal arranger.
Chuck has won several awards and even coached singers for American Idol tryouts. He says that his dream is to continue writing songs with meaning, using his talent to spread love and appreciate other incredible artists like Billie Eilish.
