Sam McGovern
Growing up & currently residing in Perth, Western Australia, one of the most remote cities in the world, Sam has had humble beginnings yet embodies huge aspirations.
The 22 year old singer songwriter & guitarist introduced himself as a sensitive acoustic artist in 2021, which he still expresses, yet continues to develop his sound with each release.
In 2020, Sam graduated from the prestigious Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), a platform which became an inaugural point in his career. Since then he has fast become a name to watch, constantly growing, in fact ‘Grow” his debut release was a nominee for Western Australian Music (WAM) Song of The Year 2021.
His unique sound & dynamic live performances have been steadily attracting attention around the country, selling out headline shows & drawing huge audiences at iconic venues all over the State. He has supported the likes of Harrison Storm, Riley Pearce, Jordy Maxwell and many more.
Sam appeared as a contestant on the TV show “The Voice” Australia for Season 11 2022. His blind audition turned 2 chairs (Keith Urban & Jessica Mauboy) & gained praise from all 4 judges. Sam worked with Keith Urban during the show.
It’s not often such lyricism taps into emotions in a way that Sam’s does. Approaching songwriting as a way of expressing feelings that come unspoken in life, when words fail, music speaks, telling stories through heartfelt and honest lyrics that unravel a deeper meaning.