Bio
Stephen Smith, a.k.a Smitty/Steve Bosston/ Smidi Waters, founder of
W.A.T.E.R (When All Truth Enters Reality) Entertainment Group.
Often known to be ahead of the times, his
talents to produce, write, rap and entertain were recognized early on by
such legends as DJ Grandmaster Flash, the late Guru, DJ Premier(
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTvP6q0SQbA ) and many others.
Born in the South Bronx, NY - Smidi later grew up in Roxbury and
Dorchester Massachusetts where his passion to heal others through
entertainment began to emerge. Often appearing on television, in videos and
many live performances and opening acts for such notable artists as Doug E.
Fresh, A Tribe Called Quest, Ice T, KRS 1, and many others.
In 1986 - Smidi caught the attention of the late rapper, Guru (Gang
Starr), who strongly encouraged him to write and rap. Smidi later joined
the group Gang Starr Posse. And, by 1988 was given the opportunity to
collaborate with Grandmaster Flash on the production of the singles “Read
The Label” and “It’s How You Cope.” Each single won a Boston
Music Award in the Outstanding Rap Category in 1989 and 1990 respectively.
This exposure led to Smitty’s first opportunity to produce music when he
met Ed O.G. and The Bulldogs.
Smidi went on to work as a Production Assistant on VH1‘s Dive Live Show
while displaying his skills in just about every entertainment arena
possible from music production to radio, cable, television ads, and
theater, often assisting and collaborating with others. His media credits
include music production for MTV’s Lyricist’s Lounge - Vote Fuoliani
episode, with Master Fuol and Mos Def; Radio Spots for Reebok; and,
clothing designer, Antonio Ansaldi.
In 2001 Smitty was predicted by Rap Review.com as one of the most
impressive artists, to blow up over time” when he produced his own track
“How you Gonna Be a Killer?” on Guru’s - Baldhead Slick
