Mike "Smitty" Smith

Mike "Smitty" Smith
Smith in 1967
Background information
Born
Michael Leroy Smith

(1942-03-27)27 March 1942
Portland, Oregon, United States
DiedMarch 6, 2001(2001-03-06) (aged 58)
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, United States
GenresPop, rock
OccupationsSinger, songwriter
InstrumentsDrums, guitar
Years active1962–1972
LabelsColumbia, RCA
Formerly ofPaul Revere & the Raiders, Brotherhood, Friendsound

Michael Leroy "Smitty" Smith (March 27, 1942 – March 6, 2001) was an American drummer, guitarist, singer, and songwriter. He is best known for his work as a drummer with Paul Revere & the Raiders.