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Sam Carter



London,
United Kingdom

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Last Login:  8/20/2008
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   Sam Carter: General Info
Member Since12/2/2005
Band Websiteear.typepad.com
Band MembersA new Proper compilation CD featuring Next Of Kin, released 7th July:
Folk Rising 2 - Released Monday 7th July
Link to the EAR website: Southbank EAR

EAR Present Video with 'Cribs' style visit to my flat:

For bookings and info contact Terry O'Brien at Playpen Management:
Tel: +44 (0)1795 533 551
Mobile : +44 (0) 7932 720058
terry@playpen.fsbusiness.co.uk
InfluencesNic Jones, Martin Simpson, Elliott Smith, Low, John Martyn, Pierre Bensusan, Steve Baughman, Chris Wood, Richard Thompson, Jose Gonzalez, Iron & Wine, Nick Drake, Neil Young and loads of other stuff... currently listening to Sam Cooke, Dirty Projectors, Burial, John Coltrane.
Record LabelProper Music Distribution / None
Type of LabelNone





   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Aug 30 2008 8:00P
Kirby Twins Acoustic Club Leicestershire
Oct 23 2008 7:00P
The Ritz - with Bellowhead Manchester
Oct 24 2008 7:00P
Derby Festival @ Assembly Rooms Derby
Oct 25 2008 7:00P
The Buttermarket - with Bellowhead Shrewsbury
Oct 26 2008 7:00P
Waterfront - with Bellowhead Norwich
Oct 27 2008 7:00P
Buxton Opera House - with Bellowhead Derby
Oct 28 2008 7:00P
Salisbury City Hall - with Bellowhead Salisbury
Oct 29 2008 7:00P
Academy - with Bellowhead Oxford
Oct 30 2008 7:00P
Koko - with Bellowhead Camden, London
Oct 31 2008 7:00P
Victoria Hall - with Bellowhead Saltaire
Nov 1 2008 7:00P
Roadmenders - with Bellowhead Northampton
Nov 2 2008 7:00P
Fiddlers - with Bellowhead Bristol

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   About Sam Carter
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1. Bones 2. Here In The Ground 3. Second Story 4. She Won't Hear 5. Next Of Kin
Here In The Ground 5 Track CD EP - £6 delivered


From the 28th of April 'Here In The Ground' will also be available from HMV, Zavvi, Play.com, and Amazon amongst other online and high street retailers.

I'm originally from Rutland, East Midlands but I’m now living in North London. For the last three years or thereabouts I've been touting my wares at venues around the UK. I've played all over the place alongside some great acts, including Rachel Unthank & The Winterset, Findlay Brown, Lisa Knapp, John Smith, Davey Graham and Spiers & Boden. As I live in London I do a fair few gigs here, but I like to tour as widely as possible. One recent highlight was a gig in Holmfirth, Yorkshire. I went to Sid’s Café, which was used as a location for ‘Last of the Summer Wine’. I ate a scone as big as my face and felt a bit sick. This autumn I'm going on tour with the insanely good and frankly ginormous Bellowhead. Keep an eye on the gig listings for shows near you.

Last summer I took part in a collaborative project with Nitin Sawhney called Aftershock which culminated in a gig at the Royal Festival Hall. As a result of this I've been appointed Emerging Artist in Residence at the Southbank Centre. So far this year I've had guitar tuition and all-round sound advice from the wonderful Martin Simpson. I've also been writing and recording new material and rehearsing with other musicians with a view to doing band gigs in the near future. When I’m not working own my on stuff I play with a few other artists including Liam Bailey - who plays with The Accidental and is in the process of making his debut album - and Riz MC, with whom I supported Massive Attack at the Royal Festival Hall in June.





'A killer voice.' Nitin Sawhney

'Sam Carter is a very promising guitarist and songwriter' Eliza Carthy

'Sam has got soul! What a guitarist. And a beautiful story teller.' Luke, Nizlopi

'Sam Carter plays his guitar like a harp.' Time Out

The Guardian's Chris Salmon wrote an article about last year's o2 undiscovered competition. Out of 5000+ entries I was picked for the top 30. "Speaking from bitter experience, it's unlikely you would enjoy wading through all 30, too many of whom think moaning about your boring day over a guitar line makes you the next Arctic Monkeys. There are, though, several acts worth hearing, among them Rutland folkie Sam Carter" Rutland folkie indeed.

Emma Edmonson who writes for Frink Music caught a gig I did as part of the o2 competition: "Sam Carter is my favourite. Having caught him at the Borderline the singer songwriter may come from the same vein as everyone else but there’s more. Jose Gonzalez style guitar playing makes you wonder how he hasn’t got seven fingers instead of five and those oh-so-mourning lyrics make you want to get him a sugary cuppa and give him a cuddle. Awww."

The lovely Folk Radio UK reviewed my EP 'Come Gather Round' and included some of my songs in their playlist: "This guy can make his guitar talk and sing along with him. I had real problems choosing which tracks to play on the station because they are, and I'm not kiding you, exceptional. I've listened to many many artists as you can probably imagine, but you don't get honesty and openness come through very often (I don't pick those ones!), it's hard to explain but there is no bullshit about this guy. What you see is what you get. I like his style, I love his lyrics and he is an exceptional musician."

   Sam Carter's Friend Space (Top 16)
Sam Carter has 1373 friends.
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 Riz MC - come to the live show! 


 Sam Nadel 


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 More Story Fours 


 Playpen Management & Agency 


 Proper Music Distribution 


 electro acoustic club 


 The Magpie's Nest, 44 Essex Road 





Sam Carter's Friends Comments
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DAVIS





Aug 8 2008 6:44 PM

Hey thanks for the friendship, we're new, appreciate the support! take care x
Peter/RockMan





Aug 2 2008 9:55 AM

Hi Sam!

My wife and I really enjoyed your performance on Thursday night at Shaw[OLDHAM].

It was a great set..good music..great lyrics..and some cool humour...

thanks,

Peter/Liz.
Richard McGuire





Jul 26 2008 3:37 AM

Yellow Sign might be the song I wish I'd written! Top stuff, truly.
Paul - Song Lyricist





Jul 24 2008 10:41 AM

Cheers for the add Sam - I like your songs, hope you like mine:)!
All the best from Paul:)!
Maria Guttesen





Jul 22 2008 10:12 PM

Hi Sam, I really like your voice and your great tunes. Thank you very much for the friendship.
All the best
Fin





Jul 20 2008 2:00 PM

Incredible finger work and the lyrics of a true modern folk artiste
thanks for the listen Mr Carter
(self promo bit)
Come by and have a listen to my work if you get a chance
Cheers , Fin
justmegan





Jun 18 2008 2:11 PM

Sam...
lovin' your sound!
thanks for the friendship!!
have a rockin' wednesday!!
stay in touch, and best wishes!
*big hug* luv. jm. xoxo



For The Record





Jun 27 2008 6:43 PM

Hello there, looking forward to seeing you at FOR THE RECORD on Tuesday 8 July.
www. myspace. com/fortherecordnights..



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Renell Shaw





Jun 25 2008 1:16 PM

"the firrrrrst of us to juuuuump is just the laaaast of us to drowwwwwn"

wuddup man! you doing anything for this julys EAR? would love to collaborate with you man . . . only . .

"wheeen theeey fiiind ouuur booones" though

haha love it!!
Tom Rumbold [New EP very soon!]





Jun 21 2008 3:43 PM

mate i love your music! you are really talented.
Bones F





Jun 21 2008 1:51 AM

Hired hands!
Jansch & Renbourne in there.
Dog's fookin' bollox!!!
COME ON SAM!!!
Dawn





Jun 18 2008 10:09 PM

Wonderful new song Sam.

I am very happy to see that Bristol has made its way onto your list of shows - I will be there (with bells on)! x
Liam Bailey





Jun 18 2008 1:24 PM

Just seen that video! Ha!! how longs that bin up?
You doin M.
T V cribs nxt mate? ha ha :-)
Liam Bailey





Jun 17 2008 4:02 PM

Yes yes, new song splendid sir!x
Nick Campling





Jun 13 2008 12:41 PM

Hey Sam, did you finally get a 6 string capo?! I'm really enjoying the songs on your page, keep up the good work!
If you have a spare moment would you do me a favour and vote for G7th capos through the link below...every vote helps!
Thanks Sam.

Kathleen Gorman





Jun 13 2008 3:14 AM

HI Sam,
Here In The Ground pulls at my heart every time I hear it. Your voice and style are warm, compelling, intriguing and unique.
Wishing you continued creativity.
Best,
Kathleen
nojunknosoul





Jun 11 2008 10:57 PM

Hi man. I love yellow sign. I think its a brilliant song. Wow. Going to definitely pop along to a gig or two. We ought to play some gigs together. I've got some friends you'd LOVE your music
x
Hadas





Jun 11 2008 10:24 AM

hey,
tnx for the add.

Hadas.
Nick Campling





May 27 2008 3:39 PM

I'd be interested to know what you think of my Capos if you're really that smitten with your Shubb.
Send me your address and i'll get one out to you shortly.

Cheers
Nick Campling





May 27 2008 3:05 PM

Great sounds all round Sam!

Have you managed to get your hands on a G7th capo yet?!
If not, then you're missing out and you need to have a look and get in touch if you're interested so that I can send you one to try...

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Alan Lacroix





May 13 2008 4:55 AM

hi sam, looking forward to your show at the vortex, see you there!
thanks sam,
alan
Bones F





May 10 2008 11:55 PM

Heard you were a star last night!
P.S - I Broke my rib on the way back from my mates stag do.
Bones F





May 4 2008 12:41 AM

Good luck with the Kro Bar gig!
The whole of my bloody family are going!
Laura Berry





May 3 2008 4:08 PM

Hey Sam! Thank you forthe friendship.
I realy like your songs! keep up the good work, hugs Loz x :)
Adam McBride-Smith





May 2 2008 10:49 PM

Thanks for the ad. Beautiful guitar work on those songs...!
Bones F





Apr 19 2008 1:08 AM

I can't believe it!!!!!!
I'm on a stag do in chester on the 19th!!! So I can't come to the M/cr gig! Gutted!! Our kid's going mind.
I've been to Kro-bar many times!
It's Oxford Road, Manchester - proper student area!
There's a club called Jabez Clegg next to it. Kro bar is a stop off for all these students on the way to Jabez!!! Blow their heads mate!!
Come on Sam!!!!
Candy & The Raincloud





Apr 18 2008 10:49 PM

Sam,

It's my mission to make it to at least one of those London dates :)

You know what I'm like - but I'm determined!

Still waiting to hear back from the Cambs venue by the way my friend but keep it free

x
Nadia





Apr 11 2008 1:34 PM

Hello!

Alas, no London dates yet :-( What a shame! Canny pc speakers just aren't the same ;-)
Candy & The Raincloud





Apr 9 2008 7:59 PM

27th June yeeep?

It would be brilliant if we could get you on the bill. I'll speak to the promoter now.

I still, still, still owe you that drink from m