London-based artist Sam Way holds storytelling at the heart of his creative journey. Growing up with a passion for the written word, Sam began his artistic endeavours through plays, short stories and poetry, turning emotions and ideas into worthwhile expressions of art. His first steps into composition occurred at an upright piano where he first felt the cathartic release of crafting his own original material.
While living in a small rural town in southwest England, music became a sanctuary for Sam and his weekends were spent discovering new artists, building his record collection and exploring the inspiration music provided. In 2013, upon moving to London, he introduced his own sound to the world with the singles “Dancing Shoes” and “King’s Ransom,” released via a small independent label.
Turning to a more independent approach, his debut EP Architect, arrived in 2015, which featured five original songs that Sam wrote and co-produced. Since then, his work has continued to win over fans with his releases clocking over a million spins online.
This year he’s taking his art in a new direction with his spoken word debut, “How to Love.” The piece, recorded live in just three takes at Midnight Studios in Malta, is a poignant work that filters his lyrical talents through the frame of a minimalist piano backing courtesy of renowned composer Edward Abela, whose delicate, improvised melodies glide beneath Sam’s spoken reflections.
The poem, drawn from his first poetry volume, offers a profound meditation on love, stripping away clichés to reveal something pure and meaningful. Brought in by Sam’s soft spoken vocals reading the heartfelt words of the poem, the gentle piano notes mirror the heartfelt context of the lyrics, leaving space for their honesty and moving themes to have an emotive impact.
The confessional nature of the words are perfectly distilled in Sam Way’s tender delivery, combining with the stripped back arrangement to cast a truly arresting listening experience that has you hanging on every line. It’s a powerful and worthwhile addition to the world of spoken word music from an artist flexing his creative muscles to bring to life his compelling artistic vision in new ways.
Listen to how to love below
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