Sam Lyons is an award winning young songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who has released his seventh CD of original material. Sam has created a unique contemporary sound that is a blend of Pop, R&B and Country that produces "powerful songs full of visceral grooves and pop hooks that stick.” Sam's newest release, "The Detroit Sessions" features 8 new songs and was produced with Nick Trevisick and Marshall Block at Reel2Reel Studios outside of Detroit. One of Sam's other recent EP's, "Let's Go" is a collaboration with Oscar winning, Grammy nominated producer/musician Leo Sidran.
Also ** Sam's recent collaboration with Electronic Duo from Paris, France "BASTION" - is now charting on the Spotify Europe and United States Viral 50!: https://soundcloud.com/bastion-paris/feelings-ft-sam-lyons All of Sam's music is available on iTunes , Spotify and TIDAL.
After 2 years of back and forth negotiations, "The Detroit Sessions" is finally out. Sam first travelled to Reel ll Reel Studios outside of Detroit in 2016 to work with Nick Trevisick and Marshall Block. Three trips to Michigan later and the CD is finally out. Eight new pop songs with some slick high end production. It's available now on Spotify, iTunes and Distrokid. Big thanks to Nick, Marshall, Reane and of course Paul for all of your help.
Sam has agreed to perform at DARK SONGS 2018 in Sturgeon Bay, WI. The songwriter collaborations happen the week of October 22nd, with the epic concerts occurring at the 3rd Avenue Playhouse on October 26 & 27. Thanks to Pat MacDonald and MJ for hosting this great event at the Holiday Music Motel!
Sam was part of the 2017 Steel Bridge Songfest where he collaborated with 35 other musicians from across the country including Eric McFadden and Pat MacDonald. The CD release from the event includes one of Sam's new songs "History".
Thanks again to Trevor Banks for having us on the Organics Sessions. The band performed "Kickin" off the new album, you can see it below. Also, thanks to Andy from Bear Sound for doing sound and Mike Zirkel for mixing/mastering. 
Sam was one of 38 songwriters who collaborated and performed at the Steel Bridge Songfest in Sturgeon Bay, WI June 4-11,2017. The festival was founded by Emeritus Songwriter Pat MacDonald more than a decade ago and regularly host greats like Jackson Browne, Wally Ingram and Eric McFadden. The event sprouts four days of concerts throughout Sturgeon Bay (Door County), WI and raises funds to save historic structures like Sturgeon Bay's Steel Bridge.
A few months ago an Electronic Duo from Paris, France reached out to Sam to write and record vocals on one of their tracks. It was released recently and is now charting on the Spotify United States Viral 50!: https://soundcloud.com/bastion-paris/feelings-ft-sam-lyons
-also available on iTunes, Apple Music, Spotify etc.
Thank you Trevor Banks and Zimbrick FHR for making this happen!
Sam returns to Babe's for more acoustic 21st Century Soul! 8-11 pm No Cover
Sam will be appearing with his new band which includes Jon Vriesacker on violin, Chris D on drums, and Papa Plyo on bass and vocals.
Special CD Release show! Sam will perform solo and with his band "Laundry". Laundry's new CD "Graveyard Crumbs" was released in early October and will be available for purchase.
Sam Lyons with Jake Stampen
Crossroads Coffee House, Main St, Cross Plains, WI
Solo Acoustic show - plenty of your favorite covers along with many of Sam's new originals. No Cover.
Last minute add - Sam plays solo acoustic soul this Friday night at Babes! No Cover
FREE
FREE Age limit: All ages
Sam Lyons Band @ Brat Fest
Playing at the CWAG Stage with the full band!
FREE Age limit: All ages
Come out to the Band's first show in Chicago!!
$10 Age limit: 21+
Aryk Crowder w/Sam Lyons and Jourdan Myers
Crescendo Espresso Bar & Cafe, 1859 Monroe Street, Madison, WI 53711
Solo Acoustic: Jourdan (8-8:25pm) SAM (8:35-9:05) Aryk (9:15-10)
$10 Age limit: All ages
FREE