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< Back Press Articles StreamLINE Artist Feature StreamLINE Artist Feature & Interview: SAMSARA Hello everyone! StreamLINE is excited to present a new installment in our interview series. We had the opportunity to connect with multi-dimensional singer-songwriter Samsara and she provided tremendous insight into her inspirational path to music, latest projects and other interesting facts surrounding her life story. Read on to catch the entire interview below. Enjoy! Hi Samsara, please tell us a bit about your background, where you’re from etc. What were your early music influences? I was born in London, UK to Irish parents. When I was 11, my parents moved us to Ireland, where I went to high school and college. I moved to the US when I was 20 and have lived in Chicago, IL, Palm Beach FL and the Washington DC area. My Dad was born in rural Ireland on a farm, but was a huge fan of American music, Johnny Cash, Sam Cooke, especially, but he adored jazz. He sang and played multiple instruments and his influences played a role in my musical tastes. When I was 15, my mother and I visited the US and I heard Steve Perry (Journey) for the first time. I immediately heard the Sam Cooke influences in his voice and was excited to share with Dad. Steve Perry has been my biggest influence. I fronted my first rock band at 15. Dad passed away that year asking me promise to continue with music. After immigrating to the U.S., I became a jazz singer first, and will always think of jazz as my first love. Later, I toured as a backing vocalist for famous musicians before audiences of 30-50k. I wrote a few songs for independent movies and other musicians, but never performed my own songs. I left the road and fronted multiple bands, but didn’t make it as a solo artist. During an abusive marriage, I quit music entirely for 13 years because he didn’t want me to sing. A few years after escaping my ex-husband, I found the courage to perform in cover bands again and started writing songs inspired by my life experiences. Finally, in 2022, I felt the need to release my own music. And here we are today! What was the defining moment or time in your life when you decided to pursue music on a professional level? The first time was when I was 22 after a near-death experience with a brain injury that put me in a coma for 3 weeks. I quit law school and decided to pursue music full-time. I didn’t make it as a solo artist then. In 2016, I was diagnosed with a brain tumour and initially given a year to live. At the time, I was trying to recover from a broken heart. I wrote a plethora of songs and even recorded one in the studio. But then, I didn’t release them so only my friends heard them. In 2021, I lost my day job during the COVID pandemic. Watching the struggles of many in the world, by March 2022, I had a burning desire to release my original songs feeling that if I didn’t share them, they would never be heard. I finally got the courage to release my first single and the positive response to that inspired me further. I wanted to create a legacy of my life and experiences in the hope that someone would relate and feel less alone in this world. I hear that my songs help people to smile, dance, cry their pain out, or fall asleep at night. That’s really all I ever wanted to do in life — help someone else. It’s quite an honour to hear that my songs do that. How would you characterize your sound and what inspires your creativity? Is it sparked by actual life events/experiences or just a vibe that you get into? I don’t have a specific genre and my music spans country, pop, rock, adult contemporary, jazz. My voice was recently described as being sweet like molasses with a chaser of bourbon. I think my voice is very expressive and affects listeners in different ways. I’m often told there’s just “something” about my voice that people can’t really describe. My creativity is always inspired by my experiences in life. I’ve written songs about my broken heart, about being in love, and some were inspired by the incredible grief at the passing of my beloved cat, Socsana. Congratulations on the new EP release! How was the recording process during the project? Did you have any collaborators in the making of the EP? All the songs were written between May 20 and June 28, 2022. I recorded all the songs from home and learned how to produce and mix between June and August. The vocals were recorded in one take to give a “live” sound. It’s been quite the experience to learn how to do all that. The most difficult part was knowing that I’m recording my voice for me to listen to. I have no problem singing live for others, but knowing that the audience was going to be me, the recorded vocals was quite difficult. Like many singers, I’m my own worst critic. There were times I lay on the floor and cried that my voice wasn’t perfect enough. Ultimately, the process helped me to accept myself and even start to love myself and my own voice. It became easier as time went on. For some songs, I hired musicians in other countries and learned how to work with them to produce the sound I wanted. A couple of friends on Twitter spaces gave me feedback on the drums and bass that were invaluable as those are instruments I’ve never played. What’s the song that resonates the most with you personally from this project? “Hard To Love” because I’ve always felt I was too hard to love, too needy. I don’t have any family and remember my ex-husband saying that to be my partner, someone had to be my lover, my best friend, and somewhat of a father figure, and it was too much for one person. I’m a very emotional person and always have been. I recently found a collection of poetry I wrote as a teenager and brought with me from Ireland and it revealed to me that I’ve never changed. I experience everything a little deeper than others — but that seems to be the way most artists experience life. After many years staying out of relationships entirely, I took a chance on love again — this time, long distance. On my birthday, when he told me I was a bit needy and it was harder than he expected it to be, I wrote this song. It’s a somewhat cheeky retort in that I’m telling him I think it’s just too hard for him to love me, not that I’m actually too hard to love. Do you feel that the internet, social media and the dominance of streaming has benefited recording artists? Streaming has hurt us all financially because we are paid almost nothing per stream. Friends have been shocked to hear how little artists get and that we have to pay to distribute our music. Listeners don’t even own the music they pay a hefty fee to stream. They’re essentially leasing music and if their credit card expires, they discover they own nothing. Social media has created negative publicity and false hype for artists with every little bit of gossip being manufactured to create a buzz. It seems the public is catching on and becoming tired of it all. I’m finally seeing a return to the public demanding quality in music and not wanting to know all the nitty gritty details about fake feuds between artists. Twitter spaces and Discord servers emerged during the pandemic as a way for artists from all around the world to inspire and collaborate with one another. Listeners turned up to hear creative music being shared without even knowing what the artists look like. It’s like a return to the old days of listening to music on the radio and not knowing much about artists’ personal lives. However, it creates a way for artists to talk to our listeners directly. What’s the best advice you’ve been given; either personally or professionally? Always be kind and compassionate. You never know what another person is going through. The kind word you share with them today might be the only kind word they’ve heard all week, all month, all year. Being kind is free and it may change the trajectory of someone’s life. What activities do you enjoy outside of your music and entertainment industry related endeavors? Going for walks, laying in the sun, enjoying time with my cat, listening to other people’s music. What’s next up musically for you in 2022 and beyond? Any projects, music videos, features or solo live shows on the horizon? What’s your goal for the Samsara brand? I’m working on a few upcoming singles and an LP of music I’ve written over the past 7 years. I’m working with a nonprofit to raise money for charities I’m passionate about (pet and domestic violence related). I’ll be performing live in the Metaverse. I’m very involved in NFT music, have released a collection on OpenSea and hope to release more NFT songs. I see it as the evolution of music giving artists more control and allowing fans to support us directly, while investing in our future and their own. StreamLINE Artist Feature & Interview: SAMSARA August 28, 2022 Original Link: https://streamlinemusicblog.com/2022/08/28/artist-interview-samsara/

< Back Press Articles HailTunes Samsara - Invisible Hailing from the UK but now residing in the USA, Samsara is an artist whose life has traversed a remarkable path. She began her journey as a backing vocalist, gracing the stages alongside esteemed musicians like Steve Winwood, Don Henley, Bryan Adams, and Kenny Loggins. Today, she has carved out a space for herself as a solo artist, crafting poignant and relatable songs that delve into the intricacies of her own life, love, heartbreak, and even her feline companions. Samsara possesses a resplendent voice that effortlessly spans multiple genres, including pop, adult contemporary, country, rock, and jazz. Critics and listeners alike have drawn comparisons between her and iconic female figures such as Stevie Nicks, Adele, Kate Bush, Tori Amos, Jewel, Debby Harry, and Reba McEntire. One could easily call Samsara’s life extraordinary. She once sang backing vocals for the Steve Winwood, Don Henley, Bryan Adams and Kenny Loggins. Today, she writes evocative relatable songs about her life, love, heartbreak, and her cats. But perhaps it’s the deep pain and incredible joys of her life that create Samsara’s beautiful songs and speak to your soul. Her sound is unique and captivating, drawing from a wide range of influences and emotions. Her lyrics are honest, her melodies memorable, and her performances powerful. Each song tells a story, capturing a moment in time and creating a space for you — the listener — to reflect on your own experiences. Samsara herself claims that the songs she creates often feel like ethereal whispers, haunting her until she immortalizes them in recordings. Regardless of their origins, the result is always something extraordinary. At the age of 20, Samsara embarked on a courageous journey, venturing to the US armed with only $200 and a backpack brimming with dreams. Since then, she has released 21 singles and an EP album, making waves with award nominations, chart positions across the US, Canada, Europe, and iTunes, and accumulating over 1 million Spotify streams. It is abundantly clear that Samsara’s musical odyssey is only just beginning. Follow Facebook , Spotify , Soundcloud , Bandcamp , YouTube , Instagram , and Twitter Original Link: https://hailtunes.com/adam-wedd-arn-identified-flying-objects-and-alien-friends-samsara-and-adub-nati/

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< Back Press Articles Skope Magazine Samsara Presents New Single “Invisible” Samsara crafts a lovely atmosphere in the poetic “Invisible.” Verses have a quiet majesty. The arrangement keeps things to the essentials allowing her voice to soar to the heavens. Guitar work goes right for the restrained, and the keyboard chords have this soothing wash. Rhythms embrace the pastoral, for her lyricism has this contemplative tenor. The piece’s evolution has a classical quality, allowing the few different layers to transform, creating vast blooms of color. Melodies have this peaceful tenor with their lullaby-like essence soothing the listener. This, alongside her strong, bluesy voice, gives the song the spirit of an all-engrossing, incurably optimistic track. The song starts small, barely even a whisper. From this initial gesture, the rest of the piece takes shape. Pacing is the trick, and she utilizes her time well. Word choice further highlights the beauty that she shows throughout the entirety of the piece. The guitar keeps a steady, consistent expansion. Using the acoustic, the track gains a tactile quality, as if Samsara is right in the room. A live quality permeates the performance, as this has a quiet audience in the awe aspect. Her work, the highly personal quality, suggests elements of Iron & Wine, early Mountain Guitars, and similarly minded artists. For the final stretch, it all has this cyclical, going back to the beginning of things with the falling action, further highlighting its narrative stance. “Invisible” has a delicacy, for Samsara embodies the best of intimacy and hope. samsarasings.bandcamp.com Invisible, by Samsara track by Samsara Website: https://samsarasinger.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/SamsaraSings Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samsarasings Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SamsaraSings TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samsarasinger July 23, 2023 Original Link: https://skopemag.com/2023/07/22/samsara-presents-new-single-invisible

< Back Press Articles IndieFlixMusic SAMSARA – INVISIBLE The 2022 single by Samsara, “ Invisible ,” is a mesmerizing indie pop masterpiece that effortlessly combines poignant lyrics, haunting melodies, and a captivating mix. This enchanting track showcases Samsara’s exceptional vocal prowess, weaving together her soulful voice with a touch of vulnerability and strength reminiscent of Adele and Stevie Nicks. “ Invisible ” immerses listeners in a richly textured soundscape, carefully crafted to take advantage of the stereo field. The production showcases an exquisite balance between instrumentation and vocals, ensuring every element finds its rightful place within the mix. Additionally, Samsara’s vocal range shines brilliantly, effortlessly transitioning from delicately written introspective verses to powerful and catchy choruses that resonate deep within the soul. The song’s arrangement features a pumping low end that drives the track forward, providing a solid foundation for the heartfelt lyrics to soar. Furthermore, the guitars, with their reverberating midrange, create a beautiful backdrop that resonates with harmonic overtones, adding depth and richness to the overall sound. Samsara’s songwriting skills shine through as her creative lyrics perfectly complement the evocative melodies, resulting in a song that speaks to the heart. A Captivating Journey of Resilience and Musical Brilliance As an artist, Samsara’s background is a testament to her unwavering passion for music. Despite facing personal hardships and an abusive marriage that once stifled her talent, Samsara’s return to the music scene is a triumph of resilience and determination. Her eclectic musical influences, drawing from singer/songwriter and alt-rock genres, can be heard in the depth and versatility of her sound. In addition, “ Invisible ” possesses a universal quality that makes it a fitting addition to various artistic landscapes. The track could find its place in the enchanting world of romance movies, evoking emotions and adding depth to tender moments. It could seamlessly accompany critical scenes in dramas such as “ Whispered Promises ,” where star-crossed lovers fight against adversity for their love, or “ Love’s Resilience ,” a story of second chances and healing. In conclusion, Samsara ‘s “ Invisible ” is an indie pop gem that reveals the artist’s unyielding spirit and creative brilliance. With its captivating mix, sterling vocal performance, and heartfelt lyrics, the track is a testament to her triumphant return to the music scene. Samsara’s journey of resilience and musical passion is beautifully encapsulated in this poignant and captivating single, leaving listeners eagerly anticipating her forthcoming musical endeavors. indiemusicflix.com SAMSARA - indiemusicflix London-born Singer/Songwriter Samsara was nominated for a UK music award; her EP Love Upside Down charted on iTunes Original Link: https://indiemusicflix.com/movie/samsara-invisible/

< Back Press Articles ECMD "Love For Christmas" by Samsara Singer-Songwriter, Samsara, began her musical career as a jazz singer and returns to her roots in “ Love For Christmas ”. Inspired by her idol, Steve Perry’s jazzy Christmas original, she presents her original for this holiday season. Composed as a witty letter to Santa asking him to come down her chimney and bring someone to hold her dear on that special night. Samsara’s “ Love For Christmas ” lets Santa know his elves don’t have to sing, she doesn’t need a diamond ring and he can save the turtle dove. Telling Santa she’s been good all year, hasn’t even been kissed, she proclaims she must be on his good list. Jazzy piano echoes behind Samsara’s richly-toned voice throughout the song. Sleigh bells at the beginning and end of the song give it a wonderful holiday feel to make the song a classic for many seasons to come. “ Love For Christmas ” is now available on Spotify, Apple Music, and wherever music is streamed. It is also available for download as an MP3 on BandCamp, Amazon and iTunes. Singer-Songwriter Samsara’s new feel good “letter to Santa” Christmas song brings the feeling of a jazz standard to the holidays in 2022. It’s the song everyone will want to share with family and friends. Buy “ Love For Christmas ” at Samsara’s BandCamp link for $1 or take advantage of the 15% offer to own her entire digital discography. samsarasings.bandcamp.com Love For Christmas, by Samsara track by Samsara ### December 5, 2022 Original Link: https://superstarcentral.ning.com/profiles/blogs/we-all-just-want-someone-to-love-for-christmas

< Back Press Articles The Fierce Female Network DJ Adrienne premiere of "Hard To Love" by Samsara DJ Adrienne of The Fierce Female Network premiered Samsara's "Hard To Love" on her show. (listen below): "That song was amazing. Matter of fact, her voice is amazing. Samsara has the million-dollar music making voice. She's got that million-dollar voice. She reminds me a little bit of Reba McEntire. Samsara, baby, you got it. You are something else." -- Adrienne Mellon of The Fierce Female Network August 6, 2022 Original Link: https://blubrry.com/indie_lady_a___wsf_radio/88324685/indie-artist-samsara-and-indie-artist-mello-are-on-air/

PRESS Click below to download Samsara's Press Kit Download EPK Discography Click an image to below to listen to Samsara's songs on Spotify . Go to link Go to link Go to link Go to link Go to link Go to link Go to link Go to link Go to link Go to link Go to link Go to link Go to link Go to link Go to link Go to link Go to link Go to link Go to link Go to link Go to link 1/1 Samsara's music is also available on streaming platforms below: "Samsara's lyricism has this contemplative tenor. Her strong, bluesy voice embodies the best of intimacy and hope." Skope Magazine "When it comes to the sheer quality and delivery of her music, Samsara might be second to none." Lifoti Magazine "Rich, confident and warm, her voice pulls you tight in a big hug. A natural storyteller, Samsara shares reflective songs of life, love and journeys." The Other Side Reviews Press Quotes (click HERE for more) Press Photos Samsara looking down Samsara looking down Samsara with angel wings Samsara with angel wings Samsara Samsara Samsara and a rose Samsara and a rose Samsara (stylized brown) Samsara (stylized brown) Samsara Samsara Samsara Biography "Only a person who has lived an extraordinary life could write lyrics that touch so deeply," a listener recently told Samsara . One could easily call Samsara's life extraordinary. She once sang backing vocals for the stars (Steve Winwood, Don Henley, Bryan Adams, Kenny Loggins ). Today, she writes evocative relatable songs about her life, love, heartbreak, and her cats. Her richly-toned lavish voice spans several genres: pop, adult contemporary, country, rock, and jazz. She is frequently compared to female icons such as Stevie Nicks, Taylor Swift, Adele, Kate Bush, Tori Amos, Jewel, Debby Harry and Reba McEntire . ​ But perhaps it's the deep pain and incredible joys of her life that creates Samsara's beautiful songs and speak to your soul. Her sound is unique and captivating, drawing from a wide range of influences and emotions. Her lyrics are honest, her melodies memorable, and her performances powerful. Each song tells a story, capturing a moment in time and creating a space for you -- the listener -- to reflect on your own experiences. Samsara swears that she does not actually write them herself -- she speaks of waking up with songs haunting her until she commits them to a recording. No matter the source, the result is always something special. Born in London, England, Samsara began to sing as a child with her father. Music and cats were always her escape from the horrendous abuse of a wicked mother who told little Samsara "You are evil, insane, possessed of demons and have to die to save the world." Her mother convinced Samsara she was ugly. (Today, her cover art features a photo of her face to counter those words.) ​ "Brits Out!" Samsara's family moved to Ireland when she was 11. She attended boarding school where the nuns ridiculed her English accent. The other kids hung her stuffed animals in her dorm room with notes attached to the hanging rope that said: "Brits out" and "You're next." (Does this explain her insistence to spell lyrics in the British fashion, such as her song "Favourite Mistake ?") Even then, Samsara's captivating performances and infectious energy resulted in classmates demanding the nuns put her on stage. "I always knew I was good for something when I performed," she says. When she was 15, Samsara fronted her first cover band. Later that year, her beloved father passed away suddenly. Her mother remarried and life got worse. Much worse. Samsara was subjected to violent and sexual abuse at the hands of her stepfather and stepbrother. At 16, she climbed out a window and ran away, never to return. She worked her way through university. Always around music, one of her odd jobs in university was at a record store. (She calls it a record "shop" in "Strawberry Parfait . ") "A backpack full of hopes and dreams." At 20, Samsara moved to the US with $200 and a backpack full of hopes and dreams. At 22, she was involved in a boating accident causing a brain injury that left her in a coma for 3 weeks. She has never driven due to a seizure disorder resulting from that injury. When she awoke, she was briefly paralyzed on one side of her body. While in rehab, determined to walk, she decided to pursue her dream of becoming a singer. An unlikely audition set her on the road as a backing vocalist to Steve Winwood. "I was in the right place at the right time with the right look and sound," she claims. But when it came to making it as a solo artist, Samsara tells a different story. "There was already one Stevie Nicks and the industry didn't need another." She wrote a song called "Hero " for an indie movie. While helping a friend launch a restaurant, she was singing one of Bryan Adams' songs when the artist himself walked in and proferred his manager's business card. That brought about another year on the road. Alas, Samsara suffers from chronic autoimmune GI disorders which made it difficult to endure that life. She returned to school to pursue an MBA and got a "real job." On weekends, she performed in wedding bands. She wrote a motivational book and toured as a motivational speaker. She founded a very successful business. Life was going well. Then came more heartbreak and pain. "It wasn't my fault." In the haunting song "It Wasn't My Fault ," Samsara sings about the "knight in shining armour rode up on a big white steed." Unfor tunately, he became her captor. She tells of 7 long years where he rarely allowed her to speak, never mind sing. When, as she describes in the song, he "almost took her breath of life," Samsara escaped. She suffers from severe Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder which singing helps. ​ A 4.5 year divorce found her fighting for her right to not reveal her new address to her abuser. Always the fighter, Samsara represented herself in an appeal that resulted in a landmark decision allowing domestic violence victims in address confidentiality programs to keep their addresses private. Eventually, she took the stage again with cover bands. However, it was a brain tumor, followed by another heartbreak, and the loss of her beloved cat, "Socsana ," that inspired her to release her music. ​ Samsara has released 22 singles, 2 full-length albums and an EP . F rom award nominations to chart positions in the US, Canada, Europe and iTunes, to 1+ Million Spotify streams, one thing is clear: Samsara's musical journey is just beginning. If you listen to just one song, you will be hooked for life. Become part of " Sam's Fam " and experience the magic of Samsara's music! ​ --Steve Michon​ Accomplishments 2M+ t otal streams on Spotify This Is Samsara (album) 1M+ Spotify streams With out You (sin gle) 800 k +Spotify streams Love For All Time (single) charted on Shazam in the US, Canada and China and featured in a TV show Lo ve Upside Down (EP album) 380k + Spotify streams, charted #36 on iTun es Ha rd To Love and Without You (singles) charted in Finland, Sweden & Germany Nominated Best International Female Artist 2022 (U K) Trivia Samsara loves cats and her favourite colour is purple. Musical influences include David Cassidy, Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson and Ella Fitzgerald. Samsara is a published author and was a motivational speaker. Samsara has 3 undergraduate degrees, an MBA and an Associate’s Degree in veterinary technology. Press Articles (Click image to read or click H ERE to read all) ​ To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key.

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