Drummers · b. 1974
Nate Smith
American jazz drummer, composer, and music executive
- Born
- 14 December 1974
Chesapeake - Country
- United States
- Active
- 1994–
- Discography
- 11 albums
Biography
Nate Smith is a jazz musician who plays drum kit and percussion instrument. Nate Smith was born on 14 December 1974 in Chesapeake. The discography here lists 11 albums, from “Workday, Waterbaby Music, Vol. 1.0” (2008) to “Fathers” (2026).
Ira Nathaniel "Nate" Smith (born December 14, 1974) is an American drummer, composer, and record producer. His sixth album, Live-Action (2025), won two Grammy Awards for Best Alternative Jazz Album and Best Arrangement, Instrumental and Vocals.
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Discography
Studio and live albums
Also plays on
Albums where Nate Smith is credited as a sideman
| 2006 | Underground — Chris Potter |
| 2009 | Ultrahang — Chris Potter |
| 2015 | Imaginary Cities — Chris Potter Underground Orchestra |
| 2020 | Pick Me Up Off the Floor — Norah Jones |
| 2020 | Meditations — Jon Batiste & Cory Wong |
| 2021 | We Are — Jon Batiste |
| 2026 | Freedom Call: Quintet - Synergism — Dave Holland |
Frequently asked questions
What instrument does Nate Smith play?
Nate Smith is known for playing drum kit and percussion instrument.
When and where was Nate Smith born?
Nate Smith was born 14 December 1974 in Chesapeake.
What are Nate Smith's best-known albums?
Albums in our database include Fathers (2026), Workday, Waterbaby Music, Vol. 1.0 (2008), Kinfolk: Postcards from Everywhere (2017) and Pocket Change (2018).
External links
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- natesmithdrums.com ↗
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