About Dakota
Dakota Smart, Singer-Songwriter, and Multi-instrumentalist known for his catchy original songs and passionate performances. Honored by the New England Music Awards with seven nominations to include; Song of the Year, Album of the Year, and Performer of the Year. His original songs have garnered a world-wide audience with thousands of streams, featured on national music podcasts and spun on local radio.
When it comes to songwriting, Dakota is acclaimed with this craft! A Nashville recording artist, he consistently writes and releases, ear catching original songs, working with the most talented Producers and Engineers. His newest 5 recording projects are a collaboration with Warren David, Grammy Nominated Mixing Engineer and Producer (Keith Urban, Lainey Wilson, Jelly Roll, Miranda Lambert and more). Building on the success of his latest track titled “25”, a fan favorite, nostalgic song about turning 25. His 2026 releases will include; “When I Wake Up” ( heartfelt indie-folk love song, reminiscing of a dream, with a wonderfully crafted melody on acoustic guitar, catchy lyrics and hook). He’ll continue to release another 5 songs in 2026 alone!
He has captured the hearts of fans from New Hampshire to Nashville. Dakota performs back to back shows throughout New England! Along with his original songs, he delivers covers of folk, country and classic rock on both piano and guitar.
Music
Listen to Dakota’s Original Songs
Killing It
Single Release
Porch Light
Single Release
Greatest Thing You’ve Never Seen
Single Release
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Press
“Lakes Region Native Dakota Smart has been selected to perform at the 2023 New England Music Awards at Six String Grill & Stage in Foxboro, MA!”
— The Laconia Daily Sun
"Dakota writes music that makes people feel something. His goal is to relate with the listener, in a memorable way, while being authentic."
— Aleasha Bahr, Nashville Voyager Magazine
“There is something gloriously wistful about the track which immediately creates a state of bittersweet, romantic reminiscence. Dakota Smart is an extremely talented songwriter and performer.”
— Rick Jam, TunedLoud Magazine
