Born in Amarillo, Texas and raised in Waynoka, Oklahoma, country music is in Rodney Smith's blood. By living and performing in Branson, Rodney is fulfilling his lifelong dream to have a wonderful family and play music for a living - and still be home every night.

Rodney plays a wide variety of instruments, including fiddle, guitar, bass guitar, mandolin and even baritone tuba - in addition to being a talented vocalist. His lively performances are a big part of what makes the Joey Riley show such a Branson favorite.

Rodney began his musical career at the young age of 10, and has since shared the stage with many renowned performers including Gary P. Nunn, Jr. Brown, Leon McAuliffe, Hank Thompson, Marsha Thornton, Roy Clarke, Moe Bandy, Barbara Fairchild and, of course, Joey Riley!

His music has been influenced and inspired by such artists as Gary Smith (Dad), Bob Wills, Johnny Gimble, Eldon Shamblin, Stephane Grapelli, Django Reinhart, Joe Venuti and Mark O'Connor.

Rodney shares his home with wife, Christy, 2 daughters; Kylie and Chelsea, and  Smudge, the family dog.