Sam Broussard
Sam Broussard
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Daniel Affolter

Meet Sam Broussard

Sam Broussard

 

 

A high-wire artist on an open-tuned guitar, Sam Broussard writes and performs unforgettably cinematic songs bound by gorgeous melodies, soaring vocals and dazzling musicianship.Expect out-of-the-ordinary songwriting and hints of rhythms picked up in travels to Africa and the Philippines on Geeks, Broussard's stunning 15-song debut release. From the lush solo performance of "That's Us" through the full acoustic production of "Screws, Pins and Bolts," Geeks tells memorable tales of our neighbors, relationships and, most importantly, moments of decision.

Fans of Sam's work with a range of artists (including underground band Radio Free Nashville, Sonny Landreth, Stephan Eicher, Michael Doucet, T-Mamou, Jimmy Buffett and Steve Riley & The Mamou Playboys) will find Geeks headed for new territory. Broussard plays virtually all the instruments on the disc, and consistently delivers unique and evocative takes on the lives he chronicles.

As a solo performer, Broussard effectively translates the album's full production to a single low-tuned guitar and his powerful vocal attack. In the words of acclaimed artists Pete & Maura Kennedy, "Sam is a unique new voice on the scene. Great songwriting, great vocals, great guitar. These songs are highly personal, but grow from the deepest roots of American music."

 

Selected discography

Artist Title Label Year
Sam Broussard Geeks Surface to Air 2000
T-Mamou Cajun and Creole Jam Swallow 1999
Michael Doucet & Friends Chez les Cajuns Narada 1999
Sonny Landreth, Steve Riley, and more Medicine Show Vol. 2 Acadiana Arts Council 1999
Sonny Landreth, Steve Riley, and more Medicine Show Vol. 1 Acadiana Arts Council 1998
Bobby Charles Secrets of the Heart Stony Plain 1998
Native Sons Native Sons Latanier 1997
Stephan Eicher 1000 Vies Barclay 1999
Stephan Eicher non ci badar, guarda e passa Barclay 1994
Steve Conn River of Madness Not Really Records 1994
Malcolm Holcombe A Far Cry From Here IO 1994
Eloise Lynch A Deeper Shade Flamboyant 1994
Mark Sloniker Perfectly Human Music West 1991
Michael Murphey Peaks Valleys Honky-Tonks & Alleys Epic 1979
Michael Murphey Lone Wolf Epic 1978
Michael Murphey Flowing Free Forever Epic 1976
Michael Murphey Blue Sky Night Thunder Epic 1975
Manchild Manchild 1 Capitol 1972
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