Message from Sam
I want to wish everyone happiness
and tranquility in the new year. The
latest record, Neon Signs, was officially released September 1st, 2009.
The album was written with an intent to show glimpses of the universe
and the life beyond our mother earth. The songs have had very good
reviews so far and some are beginning to receive a fair
amount of
airplay. I'd like to thank the masterful Greg Smith for
accompanying me
on percussion and vocals at various venues. Thanks also goes out to the
management (Alex and Brendan), and I must also thank the
photographers
of course (Linda and Danielle). We are anticipating a mini-record
release in the near future (TBD) which should consist of 4 newly
inspired songs. If you have any thoughts and/or questions please
contact me and I'll do my best to respond.
Peace,
Sam
Other Thoughts: Music becomes pure when you get rid of all the other aspects...real songs ultimately flow out of your soul. Being open-minded to new ideas is critical to the creation of global unification. Love will make the world a better place and helping people is the overall goal. Music always varies with emotion, there are unlimited possibilities, and there is always some new aspect to be learned.
New Album "Neon Signs"
Sam's third studio album, Neon Signs, is due to hit stores this July. The new album is full of heart warming and evocative lyrics, and melodies to accompany Sam’s strong musical voice and first-rate band of musicians. Neon Signs features many of Sam’s most popular live songs including "Hula girl" and "Spread your love."
CDs and downloads available world wide from CDBaby, iTunes, and DigStation.
About Sam Sims
Sam felt an extreme
inspiration to start making music when he started songwriting at age
14. The songs written and performed by Sam represent an eclectic
mix with various overtones played on the guitar, ukulele, and
harmonica. Sam is influenced by a variety of musical styles including
folk-rock, reggae, blues, Hawaiian, slack key, alt-rock, and bluegrass.
Natural aspects, spiritual connections,
and cultural ideology play a key role in the
songwriting. The compositions are written as a window for love and
peace, and are targeted to all listeners...
A few of Sam's musical influences are Robert Johnson,
The White Buffalo, Pearl Jam, Robert Bradley, Tracy Chapman, IZ, Willie
Nelson, Nick Drake, Ben Harper, Bob Dylan, Bob Marley, Eric Clapton,
Albert King, Jimi Hendrix, Jack Johnson, and many of the local
musicians from the Jersey Shore.
Become friends with Sam on myspace music!