Michael W Smith

Q: What types of live events does Michael W Smith perform at?

Corporate galas, award ceremonies, product launches, conferences, festivals, and private VIP events.

Q: How much does it cost to book Michael W Smith for a live event?

Fees depend on event type, audience, location, set length, technical requirements, and travel needs.

Q: What production requirements should we prepare?

We’ll provide a technical rider outlining sound, stage, lighting, and hospitality. This ensures a seamless performance.

Q: How far in advance should we book?

The earlier the better, many performers are booked months in advance, especially during peak seasons. Please also be aware that they might be touring which means that they might be out of the country or has luck has it in yours.

Q: Can Michael W Smith customize their performance (setlist, special song requests)?

Yes, within reason. Please share requests early so we can confirm feasibility.

Q: Can Michael W Smith also participate in other types of events or campaigns?

Yes — in addition to live performances, many of our Live Talent can take part in brand campaigns, media projects, or speaking engagement, depending on their individual skills. Make sure to select the type of commercial booking that you are interested in when filling out the form.

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Michael W. Smith is a highly acclaimed musician, actor, and worship leader known for his significant contributions to contemporary Christian music and crossover success in mainstream charts. After releasing his Grammy-nominated debut solo album, ‘The Michael W. Smith Project,’ in 1983, which featured the popular song ‘Friends,’ Michael W.

Smith achieved significant mainstream crossover success in 1990 with the album ‘Go West Young Man,’ featuring the smash hit single ‘Place in This World,’ which climbed to No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1991. His impact was further recognized with an American Music Award in 1992. Over his prolific career, Smith has sold over 18 million albums, garnered three Grammy Awards, an American Music Award, and a remarkable 45 Dove Awards.

His extensive catalog includes 31 No. 1 hit songs, fourteen gold albums, and five platinum albums. In 1999, ASCAP presented him with the prestigious ‘Golden Note’ Award for lifetime achievement in songwriting, and in 2008, he was inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. In 2014, ASCAP further honored him as a ‘cornerstone of Christian music’ for his genre-shaping influence, the same year his album ‘Sovereign’ peaked at No.

In recent years, Smith continues to release new music and engage audiences globally. He released the worship EP ‘Worthy Is the Lamb’ in 2024, maintaining his connection with his dedicated fanbase. Looking ahead, Smith is set to release his upcoming single, ‘Arms Around the Sun,’ in 2025. With a cumulative total of 14 authored books, his influence consistently extends beyond music into literature, reinforcing his multi-faceted professional impact.