Samuel James Wright
His Music
Sam has been performing covers and originals in the Americana genre on Anna Maria, the Manatee County area, and Gainesville for nearly 4 years. His genre incorporates elements from American roots music with blended folk, country, blues, rock, and bluegrass sounds. He brings together a wide variety of songs spanning decades of song writers from James Taylor, Steve Earl, and Jerry Jeff Walker, to Tyler Childers, Jason Isbell, Jack Johnson, and Mandolin Orange. While he primarily plays guitar, he occasionally mixes in the mandolin and fiddle into his set. His music fits any venue or occasion making it perfect for the restaurant and bar scene, but also your own private party or event.
About Sam
Sam's musical background began at the age of 6 when he picked up his first violin. In time he would become an accomplished classical violinist playing in many large recitals. At the age of 12 Sam realized a newfound passion for bluegrass music and began studying under local fiddler Debbie Zanders. Zanders exposed Sam to dozens of new sounds, instruments, and techniques. At 15 Sam began playing the guitar, an instrument his uncle, Brendon Wright, had encouraged him to learn. Brendon, having played as a full time musician in Knoxville, Tennessee for a number of years and writing dozens of Americana originals, played a big role in developing Sam's unique style and tone. In addition to the guitar, Sam also sings with the Mandolin, a traditional Appalachian folk instrument. Sam played his first gig at 16 and has since grown his audience playing at popular spots including the Blue Marlin, Ugly Grouper, Satchels Pizza, Mila's on the Manatee, and the North Shore Cafe. In addition he has played many private parties and events.
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More About Sam
In June of 2022 the Islander News Paper of Anna Maria Island featured this article about Sam's music and various other passions.