Alternative folk, country and rock performed with passion and integrity are the signature sounds of young singer/songwriter Sam Fletcher. Influenced by the acoustic greats of the ’60s and ’70s, and the folk songs of old, Sam’s acoustic music features skilful guitar and smooth vocals. On the other hand, his Rolling Stones inspired rock is characterised by singing guitar riffs and charismatic solos, infused with Sam’s distinctive and fresh ‘surf’ vibe. It is this blend of roots and vibrant, youthful optimism that leads Sam’s approach and produces his rare and magnetising performance style.
Sam has been performing and writing songs since an early age. He had been frontman to four-piece rock band Kumera Patch, before deciding to adopt a solo name. These guys made a splash in their local area pumping out original surf rock, influenced by artists like The Rolling Stones and Jimmy Hendrix.
Over recent years Sam has played several small festivals and toured the east coast leading up to the release of his debut EP ‘Summer’s Here’. In February 2021 Sam launched his debut EP to a sold out home crowd on the South Coast of NSW.
Sam has shared stages with a number of significant acts including Tim Freedman, The Strides, Corey Legge and Catherine Britt. Many of his releases have received airplay across Australia.
Sam will be embarking on a tour of NSW over October and November to support the release of his new EP. The West of the Mountains Tour will feature a set of band shows over two weekends and a longer run of solo acoustic shows.
Sunday 8th October // Bundanoon Folk Festival
A Taste of Folk Fundraiser – Solo Acoustic
with Rheinberger & Wilson and Emerging Artists
Tickets: events.humanitix.com/bundanoon-folk-festival-fundraiser-rheinberger-and-wilson-and-emerging-artists
Friday 20th October // Longstocking Brewery
Pambula – from 5pm – Band Show
with Lochie Marson
Tickets: longstocking.com.au
Saturday 21st October // Ryan’s Hotel
Thirroul NSW – from 9:30pm – Band Show – Free Entry
with As People
Friday 27th October // The Front
Canberra ACT – from 6pm – Band Show
with Evan Buckley and Lewis Delorenzo
Tickets: events.humanitix.com/sam-fletcher-band-west-of-the-mountains-ep-tour
Saturday 28th October // Smokey Dan’s
Tomakin NSW – from 5pm – Band Show
with smartcasual, Felicity Dowd and Giaan Cafe
Tickets: events.humanitix.com/sam-fletcher-west-of-the-mountains-ep-launch-at-smokey-dans
Friday 3rd November // Tathra Beach Bowling Club
from 8pm – Solo Acoustic – Free Entry
Sunday 5th November // Dromedary Hotel
Central Tilba – from 4pm – Solo Acoustic – Free Entry
Saturday 11th November // Smokey Dan’s
Tomakin – from 12pm – Solo Acoustic – Free Entry
Sunday 12th November // Milton Ulladulla Bowling Club
from 3pm – Solo Acoustic – Free Entry
Friday 17th November // Cuppit’s Estate
Ulladulla – from 5pm – Solo Acoustic – Free Entry
Friday 24th – Sunday 26th November // Bundanoon Folk Festival
Solo Acoustic
