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Biography

Enoch Smith Jr. is a pianist, composer, educator, and bandleader whose music blends blues, swing, gospel influence, groove-based rhythm, and modern jazz trio interplay into a deeply personal and melodic voice. Rooted equally in church tradition and straight-ahead jazz, Smith’s work is known for its emotional clarity, rhythmic feel, and strong sense of storytelling.

Born in Rochester, New York, Smith grew up immersed in church music, singing in choir before eventually teaching himself piano as a teenager while also playing drums and trumpet. He later attended Berklee College of Music, where he further developed the musical language that would become the foundation of his work as a pianist and composer.

Over the course of his recording career, Smith has consistently explored the intersection of jazz, gospel, blues, and contemporary groove music through projects including Church Boy, Misfits, Misfits II, To Houston, With Love, and The Quest: Live at APC. His 2025 release, The Book of Enoch, Vol. 1, marked a major breakthrough, peaking at #28 on the JazzWeek chart and receiving national airplay from more than 50 stations including WRTI, WDCB, KUVO, KNKX, WDNA, KCSM, and WGBH.

Smith’s latest recording, This Is What Love Does, continues that artistic trajectory through a warm, groove-centered trio sound rooted in blues feeling, swing, Caribbean influence, and deeply personal storytelling. Dedicated to his family, the album reflects on the relationships, memories, and experiences that continue to shape his life and music.

In addition to his recording work, Smith is co-founder of the Heart of Jazz Foundation, an organization dedicated to mentorship, performance opportunities, and the development of emerging Philadelphia-area jazz musicians.

Based in New Jersey, Smith records independently on his Misfitme Music label.

Enoch Smith Jr.: This Is What Love Does

(Misfitme Music)

Street Date: August  28, 2026

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