Sydney and The SAMS are a 5-person band based in Lafayette, Louisiana. The group is best known for their speciality in funk and R&B music, and their latest single “All I Want” does a great job at introducing their group synergy. Lead vocalist Sydney Sam carries the lead in delivering the message while the band supports and reinforces the melodic, powerful energy that exudes from every song.
The emotion and passion are easy to feel within every release, but specifically in “All I Want,” audiences can connect especially to the music and the message. Sydney Sam spoke with RemixdMag in detailing the message behind the song and what it’s about.
“I’m not in a relationship but I wanna be I think we all want love and to be loved,” she says. “When I write love songs, I write it from a place of almost manifestation. Writing about the type of love and partner I would want in my world and how i would want to feel with them in it.”
Sydney and The SAMS are definitely a group you should add to your radar, as the music they release is timeless and defies genres. The talent is clear to see and the dedication to music is passionate. Keep reading to learn more about Sydney and The SAMS below!
Where are you from and where are you currently based?
We’re based Lafayette, Louisiana and are based from different areas in Louisiana ranging from New Iberia to Baton Rouge.
How did you come up with your band name?
Our band name actually came from my name “Sydney Sam” and I ended up giving “SAMS” more of an acronym because I wanted my bandmates to have their own identity as well.
How would you describe your sound for audiences who are not familiar with you?
I would describe our sound as “Alternative R&B” only because i don’t think we really fit in one box. We’re still trying different sounds and not limiting ourselves to one genre . We love experimenting with all sounds.
What’s one reason you’re passionate about pursuing music?
For me at least I think music has always been so emotional for me. I remember when i was younger and I listened to “Have You Ever” by Brandy and feeling everything she felt I thought I got my heart broken too. I took that and wanted to be able to express myself or what I’m going through . A lot of my music holds truths in my life or releasing some pent up feelings.
Who are some of your musical inspirations?
Everyone will say Beyoncé by she works hard and I love creative range. I listen to Jazmine Sullivan a lot as well just studying her harmonies and her vocal confidence . I listen to stuff a little different lol i could name a dozen artists and something about them I admire.
What’s the name of the current release you are promoting?
We’re currently promoting our single “All I Want.” It was released August 26th and we produced and wrote it ourselves. We wanting to make a love song that you could dance with your partner to.
What’s the message/inspiration behind this release?
I’m not in a relationship but I wanna be I think we all want love and to be loved . When I write love songs I write it from a place of almost manifestation. Writing about the type of love and partner I would want in my world and how i would want to feel with them in it.
What’s next for you guys and what should we be on the lookout for?
Right now we’re working on a music video. We don’t have an exact date because we want to make sure it’s absolutely perfect but it’s coming soon!
What message do you hope people take away from your music?
I hope people are inspired by our drive. We work really hard and fund a lot of stuff ourselves and it can get discouraging at times but regardless we keep going. Just keep going.
Listen to “All I Want” below.
