About Sam
NEW SINGLE "I DO" being released APRIL 6, 2018
I Do is the real life story of Sam's marriage told through the guise of a simplistic, no nonsense pop tune. Find it HERE.
March 2018 - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Debut album release in 2018 for Alberta indie artist Sam Lundell:
Alberta musician Sam Lundell has grown up performing since age 5. Beginning in the classical music scene, and slowly absorbing inspiration from numerous genres and styles, Sam is now preparing to release his debut album this summer.
Lundell’s first single, Everything, was awarded a Telus Optik TV Storyhive grant; the subsequent Music Video (directed by Justin Brunelle) won top prize in that competition, and was later nominated for a Rosie award.
Following the success of “Everything”, Sam was granted the resources to begin work on his first full length project at the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity. The result is Sam’s 9 track, 45 minute, debut album.
The record is a diverse and dynamic look at story telling, both fact and fiction, set before a backdrop of indie rock and electronic sounds. Inspired by such varied artists as Switchfoot, John Mayer, RadioHead, and Maroon 5, Sam is thrilled to be able to share this journey with everyone and anyone who is looking to ask the urgent questions, and celebrate in simple joys.
September 2017
After a couple weeks at Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity recording new songs for the debut album, the mixing and mastering process is in full swing! STAY TUNED as we put the pieces together for the album release in 2018. In the meantime, check out upcoming shows on the"Gigs" section of the SCHEDULE page - hope to see you soon!
July 27, 2016
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!
Sam Lundell "Everything" was selected as STORYHIVE Alberta's winning Small Town Music Video and now receives a Top Award of a residency scholarship to the Banff Centre valued at $10,000!
The support we received from the local community has been overwhelming and was a definite factor in being selected the winner.
Thank you:
93.7 Wayne FM - "Playing All Kinds of Stuff!"
Kool 101.3 80's 90's and NOW
101.9 K-Rock
Lloyd FM
Vermilion Voice
Lacombe Globe
Lloydminster Meridian Booster
Lloydminster Source
AND all of those we don't know about :)
And most importantly, our heart felt appreciation to all of you who took the time to vote, watch, recruit - this would not have happened without you !! "Everything" is now available on iTunes (as well as most other digital media) so please grab your own copy to continue your support.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 8, 2016
Lloydminster area resident Sam Lundell recently completed his first music video for his original song "Everything", which is set to be released July 18, 2016.
Sam teamed up with Edmonton filmmaker Justin Brunelle and cinematographer David Baron (formerly of Vermilion) to create a thought provoking and inspirational video that chronicles a young woman's journey of self-reflection on a life-changing hitchhiking trek through Alberta's countryside. The Sam Lundell Band's energetic and passionate performance drives the video's message of finding freedom and love in what seems to be the darkest of times.
This collaboration was possible as a result of a grant from TELUS Optik™ TV’s STORYHIVE, which awarded $10,000 to 17 Alberta and British Columbia Artists. STORYHIVE is a production funding and distribution competition for emerging content creators in western Canada ( www.storyhive.com ).
Brunelle and Baron previously worked on STORYHIVE funded projects, including music videos and web series productions. In search of a musician to collaborate with for this year's STORYHIVE competition, Justin reached out to small Alberta communities to find a young and talented singer/songwriter, which led him to Lundell. According to Brunelle, "Sam's music captures his unique perspective on the world. This music video will bring him and his music up to the next level and spread the word about Sam
Lundell".
After being approached by Brunelle, Lundell reviewed Justin's portfolio and knew immediately that this partnership with Justin and his team at Moving Artistry Productions would be brilliant. Lundell recalls, "Justin's previous work resonated with me; his eye for lighting and nature captured my vision for telling this story."
Following an all-night filming session in the forest, multiple stops in numerous Alberta towns and cities (including Vermilion and Islay), hours of production and editing, both Lundell and Brunelle are thrilled with the outcome. "I am very pleased with the end result and look forward to sharing this story. I am anxious to hear people’s reaction to the song and what questions they ask themselves as a result," says Lundell. "In addition to the funding we received through STORYHIVE, I am thankful for all of the project support from family, friends, volunteers and the behind the scenes crew who made this all possible."
PHASE 2 of the grant competition opens the video for public viewing and VOTING from July 18-22. Based on voting results, social score and professional evaluation, the STORYHIVE Jury will award one music video an additional Top Award: a residency scholarship to the Banff Centre for the Arts (valued at $10,000). Anyone may cast one vote per day for "Everything" on STORYHIVE.
Visit Sam Lundell's "Everything" on Facebook or use the link at www.samlundell.com for "Behind the
Scenes" coverage and to find complete VOTING INSTRUCTIONS.
For further information and inquiries, call Sam at 780.214.5067 or email info@samlundell.com .
WATCH EVERYTHING HERE
January 2016
Hello Friends! Welcome to the “About” page.
2015 ended in a real whirl-wind - I was blessed by W. Brett Wilson with several performance opportunities in Calgary alongside other amazing Canadian acts such as Brett Kissel, Tyler Vollrath and Tenille. Thank you so much to everyone involved with those shows and to Brett Wilson for inviting me into such an amazing experience.
Looking forward to 2016, I am beyond excited for all the projects I have my hand dipped in - digital content including Music Videos, Talk Shows, (and maybe some vlogging if I get my act together), as well as finally making a Sam Lundell record. For real. It's happening. 100%. This year. #SamLundell2016.
I know my description is somewhat vague as to the plans for this year, but it's still early, so please subscribe/follow on any social media outlets you utilize to make sure you have the most up to date info on all content I'm helping put out. (all links are on the bottom left of your screen).
Thank you for reading this far. If you want more info as to my musical background, or would like to book a show, please see below.
I'm so looking forward to interacting with you throughout this year! If you've followed me for a little while, thanks for all your support; if you found me by accident, I'd love to hear from you!
CHECK OUT the "Schedule/Gigs" page for upcoming performance details - hope to see you there!!
Blessings as always,
The Sammy Dawg
Sam would be thrilled to provide musical entertainment for you at a concert, festival, charity event, community event or a private function so feel free to give a call (780.205.5504) or send us an email to hello@samlundell.com and we can discuss the details!
PRE 2015 - Sam began his musical endeavors studying violin at age five and eventually became a student of former Edmonton Symphony Orchestra Concertmaster, Martin Riseley.
Since then, Sam has expanded his performing repertoire to include musical theatre, piano, tap dance, vocals and most passionately, guitar.
Prior to 2013, Sam’s musical highlights included “Sam Lundell and Friends” musical fund raising concert which raised over $10,000 for Haiti and Ecuador; performing on Saskatchewan’s Telemiracle live broadcast; and probably the most exciting was, at the age of 13, having the opportunity to share the stage with Grammy Award winning indie-rock band Switchfoot and his musical idol, Jon Foreman.
2013 was an eventful year for Sam as he gave an award-winning performance at Edmonton Northland’s K-Days Talent Search and followed that up by becoming the top male vocalist at the Big Valley Jamboree’s ATB Homegrown Talent Competition.
Also in 2013 Sam had the privilege of being an opening act for High Valley at Lakeland College’s “Band in the Sand” concert. In addition, he played Lloydminster, Alberta’s “Rock the Border” music festival and Hope4More festival.
2014 was focused on high school graduation, the final year of dance competition (http://www.famedancestudios.com/), successfully completing the Grade 10 RCM Piano Examination, writing new music and sharing his talents as often as possible.
Throughout 2015 Sam continued to work on completing original tunes for recording, as well as performing at a number of summer music festivals for the first time under the banner of the Sam Lundell BAND (with musicians Mark Stetson, Tim Donily, and Luke Mattheis)! Sam also competed in a couple of 2015 talent competitions and advanced to the FINALS at both the Ponoka Stampede and Calgary Stampede talent search competitions.
I Do is the real life story of Sam's marriage told through the guise of a simplistic, no nonsense pop tune. Find it HERE.
March 2018 - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Debut album release in 2018 for Alberta indie artist Sam Lundell:
Alberta musician Sam Lundell has grown up performing since age 5. Beginning in the classical music scene, and slowly absorbing inspiration from numerous genres and styles, Sam is now preparing to release his debut album this summer.
Lundell’s first single, Everything, was awarded a Telus Optik TV Storyhive grant; the subsequent Music Video (directed by Justin Brunelle) won top prize in that competition, and was later nominated for a Rosie award.
Following the success of “Everything”, Sam was granted the resources to begin work on his first full length project at the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity. The result is Sam’s 9 track, 45 minute, debut album.
The record is a diverse and dynamic look at story telling, both fact and fiction, set before a backdrop of indie rock and electronic sounds. Inspired by such varied artists as Switchfoot, John Mayer, RadioHead, and Maroon 5, Sam is thrilled to be able to share this journey with everyone and anyone who is looking to ask the urgent questions, and celebrate in simple joys.
September 2017
After a couple weeks at Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity recording new songs for the debut album, the mixing and mastering process is in full swing! STAY TUNED as we put the pieces together for the album release in 2018. In the meantime, check out upcoming shows on the"Gigs" section of the SCHEDULE page - hope to see you soon!
July 27, 2016
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!
Sam Lundell "Everything" was selected as STORYHIVE Alberta's winning Small Town Music Video and now receives a Top Award of a residency scholarship to the Banff Centre valued at $10,000!
The support we received from the local community has been overwhelming and was a definite factor in being selected the winner.
Thank you:
93.7 Wayne FM - "Playing All Kinds of Stuff!"
Kool 101.3 80's 90's and NOW
101.9 K-Rock
Lloyd FM
Vermilion Voice
Lacombe Globe
Lloydminster Meridian Booster
Lloydminster Source
AND all of those we don't know about :)
And most importantly, our heart felt appreciation to all of you who took the time to vote, watch, recruit - this would not have happened without you !! "Everything" is now available on iTunes (as well as most other digital media) so please grab your own copy to continue your support.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 8, 2016
Lloydminster area resident Sam Lundell recently completed his first music video for his original song "Everything", which is set to be released July 18, 2016.
Sam teamed up with Edmonton filmmaker Justin Brunelle and cinematographer David Baron (formerly of Vermilion) to create a thought provoking and inspirational video that chronicles a young woman's journey of self-reflection on a life-changing hitchhiking trek through Alberta's countryside. The Sam Lundell Band's energetic and passionate performance drives the video's message of finding freedom and love in what seems to be the darkest of times.
This collaboration was possible as a result of a grant from TELUS Optik™ TV’s STORYHIVE, which awarded $10,000 to 17 Alberta and British Columbia Artists. STORYHIVE is a production funding and distribution competition for emerging content creators in western Canada ( www.storyhive.com ).
Brunelle and Baron previously worked on STORYHIVE funded projects, including music videos and web series productions. In search of a musician to collaborate with for this year's STORYHIVE competition, Justin reached out to small Alberta communities to find a young and talented singer/songwriter, which led him to Lundell. According to Brunelle, "Sam's music captures his unique perspective on the world. This music video will bring him and his music up to the next level and spread the word about Sam
Lundell".
After being approached by Brunelle, Lundell reviewed Justin's portfolio and knew immediately that this partnership with Justin and his team at Moving Artistry Productions would be brilliant. Lundell recalls, "Justin's previous work resonated with me; his eye for lighting and nature captured my vision for telling this story."
Following an all-night filming session in the forest, multiple stops in numerous Alberta towns and cities (including Vermilion and Islay), hours of production and editing, both Lundell and Brunelle are thrilled with the outcome. "I am very pleased with the end result and look forward to sharing this story. I am anxious to hear people’s reaction to the song and what questions they ask themselves as a result," says Lundell. "In addition to the funding we received through STORYHIVE, I am thankful for all of the project support from family, friends, volunteers and the behind the scenes crew who made this all possible."
PHASE 2 of the grant competition opens the video for public viewing and VOTING from July 18-22. Based on voting results, social score and professional evaluation, the STORYHIVE Jury will award one music video an additional Top Award: a residency scholarship to the Banff Centre for the Arts (valued at $10,000). Anyone may cast one vote per day for "Everything" on STORYHIVE.
Visit Sam Lundell's "Everything" on Facebook or use the link at www.samlundell.com for "Behind the
Scenes" coverage and to find complete VOTING INSTRUCTIONS.
For further information and inquiries, call Sam at 780.214.5067 or email info@samlundell.com .
WATCH EVERYTHING HERE
January 2016
Hello Friends! Welcome to the “About” page.
2015 ended in a real whirl-wind - I was blessed by W. Brett Wilson with several performance opportunities in Calgary alongside other amazing Canadian acts such as Brett Kissel, Tyler Vollrath and Tenille. Thank you so much to everyone involved with those shows and to Brett Wilson for inviting me into such an amazing experience.
Looking forward to 2016, I am beyond excited for all the projects I have my hand dipped in - digital content including Music Videos, Talk Shows, (and maybe some vlogging if I get my act together), as well as finally making a Sam Lundell record. For real. It's happening. 100%. This year. #SamLundell2016.
I know my description is somewhat vague as to the plans for this year, but it's still early, so please subscribe/follow on any social media outlets you utilize to make sure you have the most up to date info on all content I'm helping put out. (all links are on the bottom left of your screen).
Thank you for reading this far. If you want more info as to my musical background, or would like to book a show, please see below.
I'm so looking forward to interacting with you throughout this year! If you've followed me for a little while, thanks for all your support; if you found me by accident, I'd love to hear from you!
CHECK OUT the "Schedule/Gigs" page for upcoming performance details - hope to see you there!!
Blessings as always,
The Sammy Dawg
Sam would be thrilled to provide musical entertainment for you at a concert, festival, charity event, community event or a private function so feel free to give a call (780.205.5504) or send us an email to hello@samlundell.com and we can discuss the details!
PRE 2015 - Sam began his musical endeavors studying violin at age five and eventually became a student of former Edmonton Symphony Orchestra Concertmaster, Martin Riseley.
Since then, Sam has expanded his performing repertoire to include musical theatre, piano, tap dance, vocals and most passionately, guitar.
Prior to 2013, Sam’s musical highlights included “Sam Lundell and Friends” musical fund raising concert which raised over $10,000 for Haiti and Ecuador; performing on Saskatchewan’s Telemiracle live broadcast; and probably the most exciting was, at the age of 13, having the opportunity to share the stage with Grammy Award winning indie-rock band Switchfoot and his musical idol, Jon Foreman.
2013 was an eventful year for Sam as he gave an award-winning performance at Edmonton Northland’s K-Days Talent Search and followed that up by becoming the top male vocalist at the Big Valley Jamboree’s ATB Homegrown Talent Competition.
Also in 2013 Sam had the privilege of being an opening act for High Valley at Lakeland College’s “Band in the Sand” concert. In addition, he played Lloydminster, Alberta’s “Rock the Border” music festival and Hope4More festival.
2014 was focused on high school graduation, the final year of dance competition (http://www.famedancestudios.com/), successfully completing the Grade 10 RCM Piano Examination, writing new music and sharing his talents as often as possible.
Throughout 2015 Sam continued to work on completing original tunes for recording, as well as performing at a number of summer music festivals for the first time under the banner of the Sam Lundell BAND (with musicians Mark Stetson, Tim Donily, and Luke Mattheis)! Sam also competed in a couple of 2015 talent competitions and advanced to the FINALS at both the Ponoka Stampede and Calgary Stampede talent search competitions.