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Sam Sanchez and the Sound

Born in El Paso, TX, Sam grew up with strong Hispanic and American roots, with Spanish being his first language. He started playing guitar during his time studying at A&M University while working to obtain his Computer Engineering Degree. He moved to Arlington, Texas after being hired as a Software Engineer and held that position for 3 years all while further honing in his guitar and vocal skills. After working 3 years as a Software Engineer, Sam decided he was not the 9-5 kind of guy and started his musical career full time. Sam starting playing concerts at local venues, various bars, dive bars, winery's, opening acts and private parties. Sam frequents open mic nights across Dallas/Ft. Worth to meet an collaborate with other talented artists in the area. He has also acted as a mentor teaching the guitar to individuals trying to start their career or just for fun. Sam's repertoire consists of an acoustic variety of Outlaw Country, Red Dirt Country, Ambient Sounds (a style of gentle, largely electronic instrumental music with no persistent beat, used to create or enhance a mood or atmosphere) for weddings, hotel lobby's, etc. Sam plays both the acoustic guitar and electric guitar. Sam's main purpose in making and sharing his music is to make people happy, He is a firm believer that music can soothe the soul and people should do what they are passionate about, whatever that may be.