Sam Fender Stuns Pub Goers With Impromptu Performance

Patrons at the Prohibition Cabaret Bar in Newcastle were left stunned on April 8, when “local musician and all round lovely lad” Sam Fender gave an impromptu performance at the piano of a new song.
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[@laimba]

Glorious...that lyric "to them it's a council house, to me it's a home"...will hit home for so many...go on my son.

[@samholt6710]

Sam Fender and his band are Amazing songwriters!.... couldn't agree more with you about that certain lyric 🙌 I felt it because I lived that life too and will be forever grateful too for the Community I grew up in.

[@sircoynie]

Man he knows how to hit you with lyrics. Sam Fender is a great great artist.

[@seanmcilvenna5]

What's the name of this song he's singing??

[@1231super]

​@@seanmcilvenna5unreleased

[@hoboguru]

im14adthisisdeep

[@sophiaberesford5409]

I just love how the audience just slowly stop talking just to sit and listen to him sing, truly amazing! Sam fender massively deserves this appreciation! ❤

[@benwilliamstv]

Lovely. The girl with tears in her eyes, and the fella in thhe background who just keeps on talking. What some are too sensitive to ignore, others can't even hear. But its a beauty alright, rare talent.

[@NatePfeil]

"Too sensitive to ignore." Great line.

[@chayseSchutter]

love the way a good voice quiets a room.

[@rosscameron1799]

Wow! The raw emotion not just in this but all of his songs is beautiful. To turn that pain into art is something truly special

[@VR_27]

Sam Fender is a gift to the world of music. Everytime I feel weighed down or depressed about society's obsession with mediocrity , laziness and being famous for being famous, he delivers a masterpiece like this and...suddenly, its like a breath of fresh air. Inspires me that all is not lost and that dedication, commitment and sincerity can still triumph in the end. Thank you Sam!

[@hugocai2010]

That’s exactly how his music makes me feel! Cheers Brother! Let’s hope &work for a better tomorrow

[@donny841]

Gift to the world.. he sounds like every other singer in the charts atm

[@harrycowleshc]

He is class. Another artist like this (in my opinion) is Paolo Nutini

[@olivernewton8584]

@@donny841 his voice is good but his songs are generic pop

[@donny841]

@@olivernewton8584 that's what I'm saying! Don't understand the hype

[@billyf5591]

Sam Fender will become another legend of the British music scene. A multi talented artist who is born to do it. And again, a Geordie and British.

[@NellyGandhella]

A legend like the beatles and Queen? Lmao 🤣 he'll be forgotten in 10 years because his music isn't really that good ha ha

[@sdp-ui2lw]

Dead silence. This guy is a blessing in a dark world. What a light. Breathtaking.

[@josephsmith4380]

Recently lost my Mum to cancer followed by by Nan 5 weeks later who suffered with dementia. This really hit me this performance, in tears typing this. I wish this lad all the love & luck in the world, what an immense talent x

[@dr.biscuits]

Sorry to hear about your loss fella. It's a tough time for you. Music like this helps. It's special. Just like your Mum and Nan. They will always be with you son.

[@bryanduchane2371]

Your mum is proud of you for thinking of her from this beautiful song!! Hello guys Mum. He's going to be alright!!

[@markquickfall8098]

Sorry for your loss my heart goes out to you xx

[@mods23]

I personally think it’s about his Nan who maybe suffered with dementia. Got tears in my eyes. This lad writes songs like no other. Can’t stop listening to it x

[@aloricband]

I definitely felt the same, a loved one with dementia. Beautiful song x

[@andrewwilliamson7885]

What's the song called its beautiful!❤❤❤

[@mungofinalfi4480]

He writes songs like Bruce Springsteen.

[@Ryan-fq8xw]

@@mungofinalfi4480I think the same . He writes stories we can all relate to .. often with sad/dark lyrics behind an upbeat tempo . Truly masterful.

[@dandy8308]

Dang. My mums got late stage and this hit me hard! She asked me if i was alright whilst listening to it :) Tbh the name forgetting doesn't matter eventually its mad how you adapt. On point though that absolutely was a hard thing to get over and anticipate. Wow and fuck. What a beautiful sad song. Grateful someone put this shit into a song.

[@liamc9307]

Sam - please release this 🙏

[@hezhezhez]

girl in the blue dress went through all the emotions there. stunning song, as usual, Sam 🤍

[@LunaTrimming]

I think she knew it was him already because she's sat with Johnny Blue Hat so I guess she's a friend of his

[@hezhezhez]

@@LunaTrimming yeah there's no doubt she knew him

[@andybanjo7530]

I agree. Plus she felt comfortable enough to just smile and not clap when he finished and began to walk back to their table.

[@Tomlarkin89]

I’ve just lost my nana on Tuesday to dementia and first thing I did was listen to this song thank you Sam for writing such an amazing song

[@jamiemccullum3192]

Wow, I absolutely love impromptu performances like this! Can’t wait to see him live 🙌🏼

[@Hilliard82]

This is beautiful by far the best artist the last few years. Massive talent. 3rd album Will be insane ❤️

[@mattmorris2867]

No it won’t. It’ll be forgotten in a month.

[@pandadoublexl]

@@mattmorris2867 🤡

[@kathleenbailey6968]

I grew up in the ‘60’s & ‘70’s. We had extremely talented musicians. Sam is by far my new favorite! ♥️

[@Hilliard82]

@@mattmorris286710 months on he’s still the man 😂😂

[@Junglelandxo]

A living legend. So much respect & love for this man ❤️

[@Al_United]

Honestly cannot believe the negative comments on here. A guy singing a beautiful song about his Grandparents in a way that touches the masses, deserves nothing but respect

[@MrHolycross6]

I've watched 1,000 times. Treasure this lad. Cheers from Canada!

[@IanBrownMakeUpArtist]

He is so talented. I really feel an emotional connection when I listen to his music. ❤

[@boydiedj3718]

Just incredible! He’s such a massive talent and I love all his tracks and wish him every success in the world! That was powerful ❤❤

[@user-wb4vs2dm9m]

Sam doing what he does, connecting with people, his songs touch the soul ❤

[@nellyd5852]

I remember Sam Fender playing in my home city of Truro in Cornwall and I sadly missed it. I didn’t know his songs and music back then and now he’s playing stadiums. Righty so. ❤️

[@ricstephens7759]

Music is so powerful, literally struggling to hold back the tears on this one, but there is no explanation for it. Magical. And such a talented and down to earth individual. Ha way Sam!

[@AKAtAGG]

I'm not really a Sam Fender fan but the way everyone stopped talking to listen was amazing. Man can sing.

[@badgasaurus4211]

Go listen to hypersonic missiles and All Is On My Side then you should be

[@ritch8088]

@@badgasaurus4211 Spit of you is also an amazing song. What a talent!

[@saras.5619]

Please listen to his beautiful cover of Winter Song

[@AKAtAGG]

Thanks everyone I'll fix this very soon

[@GhostRider247]

what a talent lad !!! exeptional voice exeptional lyrics you Sam are truly a genius without a shadow of a doubt !!!!!

[@sdisunshine]

What a talented songwriter! I haven't had that big a music crush in 15 years. You'll grow huge.

[@Mel-hl1bb]

How lucky were those people in that pub!! He's amazing is Sam, on a different level altogether 😀

[@chrisynwa4716]

The lad is a genius. Much love for Sam Fender.👍🏻👏🏻👌🏻

[@josh2227]

This fella is top at everything does. Brilliant song writer and a even better singer. Very very few these days who can do it like this fella. Go on Sam 👍🏻

[@alundavies9140]

I love this !!! Beautiful lyrics just wish he would release this

[@TheEntertainmentsOnMe]

Love you dad always,from your son and grandson and daughter,,,we did are best till the very end,,,this song by Sam brought it all back feelings hurt ,,well done Sam lad up the toon

[@shaunosullivan4433]

When the talking stops ….. and they all start to listen, what a moment ❤

[@mikeparkinson1332]

He’s another Jeff Buckley. Very much a beautiful soul finding his way in this little old world we’re in. Magnificent Sam, life is love and you’re doing your thing

[@NellyGandhella]

Lmao 🤣

[@georgianavarna2650]

Sam s one of the most talented musicians that ever Lived! And he is so young! We will surely see Amazing things from him in the future!!!

[@LIVINGLAMDEN]

He is just sensational. A lyrical genius and a story teller. You know you’re onto something special when you can imagine reading the same words quietly on the train home in a NYT best selling biography - as you can listening to this beautiful performance, with tears rolling down your cheeks. This bloke is curing a lot of people, creating an understanding of “how the other half lives” - whilst reminding us, whoever we are - we all share things in common. We are one people. He’s a gift and I’m so glad I get to show my kids Sam Fender, one day.

[@tbrockton356]

Such a beautiful voice, wonderful song. Those people were so blessed to have experienced this talented guy's impromptu performance. Just beautiful!!!!!

[@bdizzle7633]

With all the tosh that’s made these days it’s ppl like him and their music that restore the faith 🙌🏼

[@TrueGeordie2107]

People are certainly going to remember your name bonnie lad, absolute pleasure watching someone become what they’re destined to be (and hone what was always in them) right before your eyes Special, authentic, innate talent always somehow hits different and you just know it when you see it Give em hell son and go take your place… 🥳🎉👏👏👏

[@fuzzywuzzy4193]

What a beautiful song 😢

[@jonm4989]

What a gorgeous heartfelt song ❤

[@camblack3680]

Love the line at the end "Go on, son"

[@jarrow00]

What a beautiful voice ❤️

[@dannypratt.]

Love how everyone just went quiet and listened to what was happening. Not everyone grabbed their phone and recorded. Just in the moment

[@thebennett2011]

At the beginning I was thinking can everyone please stop talking… Sam silenced them after a few words! Beautiful performance ❤

[@chriscurrie2439]

Wow! Amazingly beautiful. What a talent he is man. 👏

[@anthonyaustin1375]

I can imagine beautiful strings mid way through this song ...stunning track

[@GeorgiaYT2202]

I’m crying my eyes out here!!! That is the most beautiful song I’ve ever heard. The words are amazing. Makes me miss my grandma so much ❤️

[@mattmorris2867]

Man up.

[@szymlucky]

@@mattmorris2867 thats out of order bro

[@mattmorris2867]

@@szymlucky nah, just another sob story. Worse than xfactor on here.

[@dannybowden5296]

@@mattmorris2867 C-unit!

[@pank__17]

@@mattmorris2867 shut up

[@kevinhayes2153]

Just stumbled across this, brought a tear to my eyes. Magnificent

[@PCEngineer2007uk]

Wow. That's powerful! Sam must be protected at all costs.

[@janellelessard537]

I keep coming back to this, makes me tear up every time. I can't wait for the new album!

[@BxEshadow]

is this confirmed to be on his new album ??

[@Graybeard_]

Wow For those who were there, a rare, memorable experience.

[@VM-vs4dh]

Great song, great performance. Nice innocent fist pump from Sam at the end. Took guts to do that in a nice restaurant where patrons not expecting it. Good one Sam push it out there mate.

[@markskeggs9773]

Pure talent i now listen alot to his music thank you

[@mleah.]

Oh Sam how beautiful. To hear the crowd chatter slow when they realize what their are in the presence of...🥹

[@alan56cat]

He has the gift of putting what so many people think into music

[@thomburt]

This is a work of art. He has a gift.

[@aricohen8827]

Been a long time, since ive felt this rejuvenated by an artist. Sam... You are a gift. Take good care of yourself. And if were lucky... You'll be for so many people, what bruce is to you. You've got that gift. Take the breaks you need. Meds saved my life. It's a lot of trial and error... But don't be too proud to find what it is that will help you. They can be a game changer. Certain pyschadelics can also help profoundly. Stay open, and always remember that time heals all wounds. Stay strong brother. And thank you for getting me through my hard times. Wish I could have repaid the favor. If you ever wanna talk... This stranger, and so many others are here for you. One love, man!

[@MrAndrewmore]

He tells us in Isaiah 41:10 that He will never forsake those who are suffering, "Do not fear for I am with you; do not be dismayed for I am your God." And in Psalm 147:3 He gives comfort by saying, “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds." These passages show us that even though life might seem too hard to bear on our own strength, God is always there for us, offering His compassion and understanding whatever our circumstances may be.

[@ReggieDunlop100]

Staggering talent!

[@bonnieanderson8312]

Such an amazing singer and songwriter ❤❤❤

[@christianmatheron6444]

I liked all the impromptu looks at the camera as well

[@shuggy200]

Love this, well done Rev Comps, class.

[@trismurray]

People cherish this guy, we’re alive when he is, people will look back at this talent.

[@lophiilure4368]

The same year this came out I lost my great gran and my grandfather is the space of a few months, Knowing this song will be on the new album is gonna be the song I listen to none stop

[@tonibates6227]

God, I adore that man!

[@robertyates2588]

Incredible talent, can do it all

[@andrewwindross1306]

If you watch this and feel nothing, you're dead to your core. Not sure what it is a bout SF, but I can't remember any artist to hit me emotionally like him. The lad is a total one off! Glad I wasn't there, I'd have been a wreck in the corner crying into my pint.

[@lisamilne6385]

I’ll see him in Italy supporting my hero, Springsteen next month. And you know what, Im totally thrilled for him that gets to support his idol. What a journey!

[@juliacastle1242]

Same here! Totally thrilled to be seeing Sam and Bruce in Rome!

[@bieredetreks]

Wow, that is just beautiful

[@eddiepelosi6136]

Very very talented chap, yip, excellent.

[@oli_8815]

love how his mate with the sax see's what it is and just steps back

[@suecook-wj9un]

Happy Birthday Sam

[@tigerrage99]

imagine taking your girl out for dinner and then sam fender decides to style it out infront of you

[@sh3riff]

Stuns? They know it's him, and all slowly take their phones out.

[@freedomcunningham2821]

The girl in the blue dress knows the pain that’s inside this young man

[@VintageBoxingTM]

Watched this video seven times, trying not to well up. 7-Nowt to you Sam bonny lad.

[@jasonhibbert698]

What a talent Beautiful song ❤

[@hels1941]

This bar does the best old fashioned in Newcastle!

[@DNA-es2wd]

I’d say my favourite currently

[@sabinecamm2571]

BEAUTIFUL ❤️

[@stuartkirkland5145]

Missed you Sam… hope you’re well.

[@marcgorgon684]

Insanely good

[@richardmorgan4356]

What a man 👊🏼

[@hannahahle]

Gorgeous x

[@fraseraitken1837]

he's got it and thats that-and he's one of us-love it

[@ewhit419]

Sometimes the raw, unflinching beauty of something can stun you into silence. This is one of those instances.

[@daveg4166]

Cannot wait to listen to the new album 3 millions times back to back

[@mand9330]

I ❤ him.

[@davidroan9652]

this sax player absolutely shredded his solo

[@Midweekers]

What song is this? It's absolutely beautiful

[@matt_crossland12]

Magic unplanned moments🔥❤️

[@robsteel9105]

Girl in the background wiping her eyes says it all

[@Radway06]

I love how everybody was having different conversations and after he starts signing a couple words everybody becomes silent on a key knowing okay this guy can sing. This is gonna be magically

[@rhts8244]

Incredible

[@brandofhero]

Really felt like crying

[@anncartner3393]

Go on son. You've got this always

[@Roadie_TV]

I love how the saxophone player just let him be, very professional

[@dananmckie9253]

Beautiful So beautiful the pub goers went eerily silent

[@SRM30]

This is the brightest pub I have ever seen...lol

[@stevenalderley9036]

Incredible how you can relate a song to something you're feeling at the time even if that's not what the lyrics were necessarily about...I think it was about his grandmother? But for me, recently fell madly in love with a girl already in a long term relationship and set to marry this year and after finding out she felt the same way, something which just never happens to me..had to accept, understandably, that she couldn't leave her partner after all that time and they had to make a go of it. When he found out, he completely banished me from her life...rightfully so of course. Devastating isn't the word because I've never been happier than I was around her and she admitted the same. Felt meant to be, but everything in me wants her to be happy regardless. "You mend me, make my day, it's your face, and I pray you'll remember my name." Relatable.

[@limpethead]

Never heard of him. Hes great.