Official Site — 2026
Sam Nicholson
folk rock - california
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About
The story so far.
Born in Los Angeles and based in Nashville, 24-year-old Sam Nicholson creates music that captures the rush of youth, the ache of nostalgia, and the beauty of being alive. Blending indie folk and anthemic pop influences from Vance Joy, Noah Kahan, and Coldplay, his songs feel like the soundtrack to a coming-of-age film — equal parts romantic, adventurous, and deeply human. A graduate of USC’s Thornton School of Music, Sam is a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and producer who has collaborated with artists including Christian French, Munn, Ryman Leon, Louyah, and more. His mission is simple: to make timeless, euphoric music that reminds listeners to live fully and feel everything.
By the numbers
The reach, in short.
200K
Monthly Listeners
205K
Instagram
120K
Facebook
23K
YouTube
31K
TikTok
20K
Email List
12K
SMS List
2.5K
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Listen
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On Tour
Upcoming shows.
Collaborations
Worked with.
Christian French
Ryman Leon
Sam Vendig
Munn
Zachy
Chesle
Eli Wilson
Chris Boldt
Gabe Quinn
Dallin Hatch
Matt Foster
Henry Thrill
Yianni AP
Théo Quayle
Fili Fillizola
Matinicus
Jonathan Beard
Louyah
Salem Darling
BODHI
and Lucy Cloud
Milestones
Press, awards & highlights.
Toured with Ryman Leon
Released 20 songs
Traveled the world
What's next
Touring in 2026 Album coming out Merch drop soon