#113. Donnie Wayne Smith: Smith Artisan Photography, Touring with Winger, & Stage Stop Stories

Derrick and Jeff welcome Donnie Wayne Smith to The Rhythm Section Podcast, sharing how he started guitar at age six, was inspired by early concerts and albums like Ratt’s “1984” and Ozzy’s “Bark at the Moon,” and played Memphis-area rooms including the Stage Stop, where he recalls Nita’s guidance and classic club moments. Donnie discusses his COVID-era YouTube series “Separate Studios Together,” explaining his remote-stem workflow and listing collaborators from the local scene. He details joining Winger as John Roth’s backup guitarist from 2014–2019, including major festival experiences and how vocal-cord damage eventually ended his live singing work. Donnie also covers his transition into full-time photography with his wife through http://SmithArtisan.com , his approach to making clients feel confident, and his studio/gear-focused recording setup. Smith Artisin Photography http://www.smithartisan.com Separte Studios Together https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ghpHj9AUFI&list=PLH0k5a_ZXiHSa3TtZf3nsJgSHnex1wTuu&index=2   TIP BUCKET If you find it in your heart to donate to the cause and help fuel the podcast you can do so through our new Venmo and CashApp. Your support is greatly appreciated and will help shine a brighter spotlight on the great Memphis Music Community. Venmo - @‌therhythmsectionpod CashApp - $therhythmsectionpod Thanks for tuning in and supporting the Rhythm Section Podcast.   🌐 Follow The Rhythm Section Pod: therhythmsectionpod.com 📺 WATCH - YouTube and Facebook 🎧 LISTEN - Apple and Spotify   🎙️ This is an SRP Studios Production - SRPStudiosLLC.com