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Known for his intricate and unique style of playing, Sam has put his own spin on percussion.
Starting off as a self-taught bongo player, he now accompanies a number of artists and bands throughout East Anglia and London playing in a range of genres on a selection of drums, and has recorded on over 100 songs across more than 15 albums. Due to his unique 'finger-tapping' style, he's able to dance across the skins, creating "subtle, tactile and almost lyrical" beats. Which is then paired with immense bottom end, resulting in a whirlwind of percussive notes that will astound any audience. “Sam's the perfect percussionist. His deft touch gives an added dimension to any track he graces.” – Stephen Foster, BBC Radio Suffolk Along with his somewhat unusual playing style, Sam is also known for his ability to improvise and play songs on the go, without the need to rehearse beforehand - this is showcased on his YouTube channel where most of the videos are unrehearsed, and he has usually only heard the song once before hitting record. |
Playing with Elephant in the Room at Leestock 2017
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"What this guy can do with some wood and animal skin is amazing! With ten mini drumsticks attached to his wrists, he provides intricate beats and touches throughout, dovetailing with the melodies perfectly!"
Upcoming performances
May 2018
25th May - Jurnet's Bar, Norwich | Elephant in the Room
27th May - Leestock | Fern Teather
30th May - The Rep, Ipswich | Fern Teather
June 2018
1st June - Milkmaid Folk Club, Bury St Edmunds | Fern Teather
16th June - Up The Creek Festival, The Ship Inn, Ely | Fern Teather
30th June - Knackfest, Ely | Salamander
July 2018
7th & 8th July - Gig in the Garden, Mendlesham | Salamander, Elephant in the Room, Fern Teather
14th July - Debenham Leisure Centre | Elephant in the Room
21st July - Big Garden Party, Ipswich | Fern Teather
26th July - Deja Brew, Colchester | Fern Teather
August 2018
5th August - Harlequin Fair, Norfolk | Fern Teather
25th August - Trunchonbury Festival, Norfolk | Fern Teather
September 2018
2nd September - Steamboat Tavern, Ipswich | Fern Teather
MORE COMING SOON!
25th May - Jurnet's Bar, Norwich | Elephant in the Room
27th May - Leestock | Fern Teather
30th May - The Rep, Ipswich | Fern Teather
June 2018
1st June - Milkmaid Folk Club, Bury St Edmunds | Fern Teather
16th June - Up The Creek Festival, The Ship Inn, Ely | Fern Teather
30th June - Knackfest, Ely | Salamander
July 2018
7th & 8th July - Gig in the Garden, Mendlesham | Salamander, Elephant in the Room, Fern Teather
14th July - Debenham Leisure Centre | Elephant in the Room
21st July - Big Garden Party, Ipswich | Fern Teather
26th July - Deja Brew, Colchester | Fern Teather
August 2018
5th August - Harlequin Fair, Norfolk | Fern Teather
25th August - Trunchonbury Festival, Norfolk | Fern Teather
September 2018
2nd September - Steamboat Tavern, Ipswich | Fern Teather
MORE COMING SOON!
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Sam tries to upload videos to his channel as regularly as he can, usually recording 10-15 videos in 1 day and then uploading them over a couple of months before trying to do more recording.
If you want to keep up with his videos, please subscribe to his channel - www.youtube.com/user/BongoboyUK |
Sam has been uploading song covers onto his YouTube channel for over 10 years and has gained over 550 subscribers and 100,000 views (and counting!)
On 5th September 2017, he uploaded a video titled: "'I'm No Superman' by Lazlo Bane | BongoboyUK cover - (10 YEARS LATER!)" This was a recreation of his oldest video - a cover of the same song, but with the added bonus of better recording equipment, better instruments, along with an extra 10 years of practicing. |