Sync Up: Your Band as a Business with Samantha Fish

The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation's Sync Up workshop on "Your Band as a Business" - interview with the blues artist Samantha Fish. It took place at the Jazz & Heritage Center in New Orleans on June 27, 2018.

[@mulekickhandmadeguitars8465]

I've seen her live. When she plugs in and plays her first riff, they set down their beers, stop talking, and they start listening.

[@jtaylor0727]

We saw her as a warm up act a few years ago... I don't even recall who the main act was... but I felt sorry for him... she blew the crowd away! They wanted her to stay.

[@spacedoginnebraska]

She's simply one of the grooviest people I've ever known. Love you, Samantha!!

[@ELeon-gq7vk]

In a way I'm grateful to be a new fan because there's a decent body of material out there for 5 or more years and I get to enjoy the Samantha Fish journey as a catching up experience. She reminded me of Eric Clapton the first time I heard her, and I've had people roll their eyes at first, but then when they listen they start to get it. Also, if they're familiar with Clapton's early trio work like Blind Faith and the process of his career, they start seeing what I'm saying about her as a developing singer, songwriter, blues-rock guitarist and label her less as a novelty female artist. I thoroughly enjoyed listening to this pre-pandemic panel. Also, she's a million times more genuine and kind in how she presents herself than so many other artists, which makes it extremely easy to be a fan.

[@alwharfield9554]

She is so classily

[@jamesmillard5884]

amazing interview

[@thongamchan775]

Hi I came to know about Samantha Fish almost 2 weeks ago from youtube as I am only based in Maldives. What makes me fascinated most about her, is her style of singing with her powerful voice and playing the guitar with solo at the same time, that also at ease. In this modern times, there are not many artist who performs like Samantha Fish. I would like to visit to US one day just to watch her live performance. Just to finish here, she is my idol now even though I play on acoustic guitar for the last 2 yrs 6 months.

[@samanthafish1682]

Thanks for listening to my music i really appreciate you a lot

[@DennisCharretteakaDenChea]

Very humble, truthful and not full of herself. I have lots of respect for, Samantha. My Very Best! Peace*

[@davidharper7330]

Samantha what you see is what you get,down to earth cool lady she is with a good personality.Looking at her she a hard working singer songwriter and a guitar slinger, brilliant played up a notch,to her level and stands alone.Samantha fish & Ana popivic.They are superhuman genius soulful blues the best around and this is 2021 and jammed with the best around🎸🎸🎸🎸

[@montello33]

To be as good as Samantha is and not start playing until 15 is unbelievable. She is incredible. Can wait to see her perform live. Come to Springfield IL Samantha. Ok I have car, will travel. Ha ha

[@kevinallen6197]

Down to earth cool Midwest girl

[@bullus41]

It's funny she mentioned Walk off the earth, they avg. about 20 million views per video and have almost 200 million views for somebody i used to know, so when they put something out you're going to get noticed, especially when you have amazing talent like Samantha has, first song I heard from her was Bullet Proof, been hooked ever since. Keep on Rocking!!!

[@kennym3335]

The Blues Queen! U R Awesome woman!

[@roryderkson765]

Not only very talented but a smart girl. Congrats Sam you deserve all you’ve achieved

[@KnorpelDelux]

1:01:21 Wtf is she on about...everyone who feels the blues can sing the blues. It's not about race or ethnical origin. Every great blues player would agree...black or white...

[@damonedwards6724]

Man just learned that Samantha Fish is a blues playing lady guitarist from Kansas City. She is a very talented young woman and has a good business sense as well. She has a really awesome playing style on her blues guitars......and sings her her heart out on all her songs.....what a really down home soulful voice......im going to follow here on FB and hope to see here when she plays KC.....Go on Samantha with your bad self....... :)

[@Crashed2023]

Dead on! I Have only just found Samantha Fish online myself and 'Oh My' what an amazing talent... You tube is doing somethings right still as So glad to have a whole new 'brand' of her style from the past to the present and now the future.

[@shable1436]

Welcome to the club, lol ive seen play several times, i used to play blues on the road and one of my griends (female music acquaintance) that i played with used to play and sing with Sam. She just as normal as your sister, of course you see here very smart and savy and knows how to work it as you see here.

[@petejuarezjr]

My wife stumbled on one of her videos a few years ago and became an instant fan. She made me drive her 3.5 hours to one of her small venue concerts and I was converted to a fan also after watching her live performance. After the show we were about to leave and Samantha came out to sign autographs and take pic's with everyone, wife had her sign one of her CD's and took a great picture with her. She's down to earth and well grounded. So, far we have seen her twice in the last two years and we already purchased tickets to go see her play in San Francisco in September.

[@Tom-qx3oq]

She was scheduled to play The Truman soon, spring/summer 2020. But with the whole virus thing who knows.

[@geckocanyon]

Amazing Woman. Love her music and her personality. You never really get the full impact of a person just watching them play. It takes interviews like this with hosts that let them be themselves.

[@samanthafish1682]

Thanks for listening to my music i really appreciate you

[@2high2die]

Thankfully she understands the importance of being civil to her fans. You'd think all artists would be hip to that. But they ain't.

[@theincrediblelarry5028]

problem is a lot of good artists are introverts and often lack social skills from intense training/practice. They may also have serious drug habits that will cause similar social anxiety too. and people can be overwhelming. and the energy can sometimes really jar them. Remember, they are people too, and its a special combo of charisma and technical talent.

[@lazylion420]

@@theincrediblelarry5028 being an "artist" is not categorically an excuse for being a terrible person... for every awkward introvert, there's at least one other brash egotistical self absorbed self righteous ass wipe... let's not pretend that everything can be boiled down to communication differences. some people are capital J jerkoffs. you might just have to separate the art from the artist... that's life.

[@Thejbirdy]

She's total eye candy and she COMPLETELY ROCKS!!!! I'm a new fan now.

[@shonii119]

Not fair, beauty, brains and a truck load of talent in one small package.

[@bradcoffman7395]

Wow, this is the second interview I watched with her in the last couple of days. She handles herself well and is not all full of herself. Not only is her music getting fully charged, her approach and hard work is paying off. Just missed her in SD tonight but I will wait to catch her somewhere. Love the Romesh Remix also. Fun stuff.

[@10SouthProductions]

Loved this. Thank You!!!! Samantha is an incredible artist 💜💜💜

[@IgorOcash]

Great heart, great musician, pretty darn good head for bidnis, too.... Drive on, may all possible success fall your way...

[@joelsimmons2594]

Wow as if the talent wasn't enough the brains to go along with it I'm impressed .Love the music and I'm at a loss for words I never new how much work it was to be a successful band .

[@paulkruger491]

I only learned about her 2weeks ago. I'm in love. Plays like a great. Man. That's a huge component.

[@cooldaddy232]

Ok so nobody’s gonna say it,, so I will, the turquoise pumps! I’d give a days pay to take em off!

[@cynthiamcbreen9643]

I love this interview; she has hard work ethic, she is wise, saved her money, reinvested, took it slow, enjoyed the process and just let things happen. She deserves ALL credit. I've always seen the great STAR in Samantha ever since I first saw her in Girls with Guitars!

[@rosielewis7426]

She's so incredible. Her solid work ethic and her talent are off the charts. Her business saavy and intelligence blow me away! What a rare and precious gift she was given. She's just amazing. So beautiful too, inside and out. I just love her so much. I feel so connected to her music. Every time she picks up a guitar she just floors me! Can't wait to see her live!

[@marknice5480]

Totally agree, I would add "Genuine" and down to earth. Very refreshing. Nice work Samantha :)

[@randymount8551]

Great, great interview. About the "Genre" issue. I just say Samantha last night in Louisville, CO and the show was excellent. I agree that her shows will be her stepping stone to success just like Springsteen's shows lead to his success. Another example, the first time I saw Grace Potter she blew me away and I knew that she would become more and more successful. Her marketing tools are her skill sets showcased on stage. That said, speaking to the pigeon hole genre thing ... I told several friends to come and see a great "blues" guitarist and singer. Then the show wasn't the hard hitting "Blues" set I was expecting based on KZbin. It really showcased some new directions which I personally liked. The show still had enough killer guitar licks, great arrangements and fantastic vocals to impress my friends and everyone else. I think a touring artist needs to play to their fan base with some songs from their past and of course new stuff. Every artist needs to grow, experiment ... think Beatles, what variety. I love the "Chills and Fever" CD and thought it was a great indicator of what variety the future might bring. So, I was not disappointed in that fact that the set was not the power trio blues set I was expecting (it wasn't a blues festival after all, it was a family town concert) because she and her band were so damn good. Her fame and audience will grow and grow as long as the quality of work is good on her CDs and on stage.

[@perrydickerson9055]

I wish there was some way I could give more than one thumbs up,such a humble person, such real American singing American music. a a

[@cindarella1100]

Her Greatest Marketing Tool? Shes Beautiful! And! She plays a guitar! Hello!

[@mikeking2073]

Truly an amazing lady

[@paulneely173]

I love everything about her .She has paid her dues and deserves whatever she wants ...musical freedom and a spot in the blues genera as one of the hardest working new artist. Her talent and relativity to her fans is top notch!!!nothing but love and respect from Texas.:)

[@garyroach2000]

Love Samantha. I've seen her 2 or 3 times in Telluride and at Songbirds in Chattanooga. Being one of her older fans I love the blues stuff. But, I understand that she is so talented that she wants to do more than straight blues. And I'll look forward to seeing what she does in the future.

[@gerardgalletta6943]

Samantha is this huge monster talent and yet she is so down to earth.

[@benjimenez7702]

Hey Brother thanks for the interview with Samantha Fish. Next time you interview her, make your questions short and sweet - get your thoughts together beforehand - and let Samantha talk.

[@samanthafish1682]

Thanks for listening to my music i really appreciate you a lot

[@Brembelia]

The first things I noticed about Samantha Fish (other than great music) was that she is very focused, hard working, and committed. She's also presents as a very kind person. We need more women in music and Samantha Fish is a great role model. There is no doubt in my mind that she is going to be very successful, and become an icon in the music industry. It takes lots of time and hard work; Samantha has been putting in both. I call her "Lady Blues". She's awesome.

[@synctopheroverlander2460]

ONE THING ABOUT IT IS IM HAPPY AND AND I CANT WAIT TO SEE THE CHANGE ....YOUR AN AWSOME ARTIST AND SEE GREAT THINGS HAPPENING FOR YA... iM AN EXCLUSIVE FAN IM AWARE AND NOW IM HAPPIER TO KNOW YOUR LIVING A DREAM.

[@DANTHETUBEMAN]

you make your own luck,, if you can just keep working over the good and the bad you will do well.

[@eanjames6446]

Hooray! Finally got to see her live at Winthrop R&B Festival last week. A dynamic, electrifying performer and a charming woman. Love her band too. Us oldsters know a genuine star when we see one. Hope that younger people catch on and start attending her shows soon. Making Americana Great Again!

[@synctopheroverlander2460]

Thank you very much for taking it lightly on me:)

[@frantisca]

Very interesting interview with the fast rising star that Samantha Fish became in the last couple of years. What a nice, talented and wise person. I was quite taken aback by the question of the lady bass player at 1:01:20. If she considers she does not want to sing the Blues because she feels it's ripping something off the African Americans, that's fine with her, but it's a personal attitude. Blues is a state of mind which comes from your heart and your soul, not from your brain. You don't have to be black or white, rich or poor to feel the Blues: it comes from your guts and you have to sing it out. Of course I might be influenced by some great blues players when I play but I don't have to refer to anybody to express that deep feeling I have at the moment I play that note or sing it out. Why do things end up being so political ?

[@chrislanier6786]

Hello. "As a black film maker, since film making is a Caucasian art form, how do I pay tribute to Caucasians through my work?" Sounds absolutely ridiculous, doesn't it?

[@thepumpkinking666]

I was equally appalled at that question. Sam handled it with great class.

[@DouglasHeadrick]

Well, I have to disagree with 2 of the statements said in this clip... first one is I actually think women musicians have the advantage because there's not as many of them. With that said to me, what Samantha does is unique , talented, but most of all the full package. The second disagreement is that blues music is owned by skin color or gender; that would be like saying words can only be used by Latins??? Or Antonio Torres Jurado (the inventer of the guitar) owns all guitar music?

[@allanbriggs9007]

And she mentioned Junior Kimbrough - yes!!!!

[@keithking5469]

I'm waiting for her to get a number one hit the top of the Billboard charts on top of that or guitar licks are getting hotter and faster and that's great she's been working her butt off obviously

[@terraboundmisfit]

Thank you Samantha for more than you will ever know!

[@EarthtonesCymbals]

She is so wonderful!

[@nothesamekirk1720]

She's so good I recently flew from Portland, Oregon to Fresno, CA mainly to attend her concert in Paso Robles.

[@boogboog8097]

When your imagination can't think about anything but doing what you love ❤

[@richardlove6258]

Is there a censorship of radio stations that stops music by such talented new people from being played or will she be noticed someday ?

[@roryderkson765]

Haha the frustration in her face Sam you’re all good with us the actual,listeners

[@macy9123]

Totally awesome musician and person. The blue collar work ethic shines thru, super bright, along with a zest for life ! Keep the hammer down, and best of luck !!

[@telboy1966manu]

Ain't seen a woman rock this freakin hard since Joan Jett. Love you Samantha 🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@spamwagon]

I hope she makes her way to SoCal.

[@naturesscience8648]

What an INCREDIBLE artist... Articulate, Classy, Smart and One HELL of an AMAZING talent.... God Bless You Samantha Fish... All opportunities that come your way are WELL deserved young lady.

[@perryjensen5585]

God bless you Samantha.

[@stephensmith1034]

Very good interview! Samantha has quite a future in front of her.

[@jameschamblee3425]

Hank Williams described country music as white man's blues.

[@luckyguy3341]

I love the answers not so much the questions or I should say the questions took to long to ask. She seems real.😀

[@SFolkes97]

Okay, now I like Samantha as a person as well as an artist. This next comparison is dangerous, but ... i can't help but think of SRV in his interviews. Just like this. Down-to-earth. Real. Nice. Driven by music.

[@Treefort1]

I see her as the original Double Trouble (SRV & LouAnn Barton) in a single amazing combination. This was a great interview.

[@tommyguyton6981]

Only 2 music artists have stopped me in my tracks. Springsteen was first , and this young guitar phenom with the vocals out of the stratosphere. Samantha Fish!!! I’m 63 years young and I will see her again as soon as I can. Little 5 points in Atl. First time!

[@adangerousidiot]

This is brilliant. What an obvious platform, got here through being a Sam fan, great stuff

[@todd4freeusa]

I stumbled across this artist a few years ago...love her work. Both singing and playing solid as a rock! :)

[@quinka2]

Samantha, you have been my idol for years, but this interview, I just loved, it is YOU all over, your the very best and as Buddy Guy said (when you guys were playing together) you are the blues queen, you took over where he left off. You really feel your audience and that is the key! being a fantastic businesswoman is also a great asset and your songwriting is super, you are the all around super blues queen, keep up the fantastic work Sam, I love you and we all love you girl!!!

[@goldhomesteam]

Sam's vocals are awesome and unique. And , yes, she rules the slide guitar too.

[@AD-md5uk]

random question ...does she wear contacts lenses.

[@michaelduckwall7763]

Ms. Fish is one hard working musician, been around a long time, and is a hell of a performer with lots a chops. She is only one great original tune away from real huge stardom.

[@robertkroberjr.157]

I saw her 4 times so far! Can't wait for another show! Love you Samantha! 🤗💕🌹🎸🔥

[@jksimmons1612]

Dude had no plan as to where he was going....

[@jakediddy3658]

Is this guy her financial adviser? Seriously isn’t that her own personal business? Horrible interviewer.

[@mbsnyderc]

That what the talk is about the financial side of the business.

[@jakediddy3658]

mbsnyderc Yeah sounds like she puts in a lot of time and effort into the business side of her profession. She is a walking Music encyclopedia with her rightous outstanding act.😎

[@samanthafish1682]

Thanks for listening to my music i really appreciate you a lot

[@SilverLoggerhead]

❤❤❤

[@josephvargas480]

Sammy, Sammy, Sammy, ONLY keep your drummer and bassist Puleez! No horns!

[@luizcarcereri1368]

100% samantha fish magic

[@MichaelBrown-ys6tj]

As a bass player having been in bands with hot female singers, I always enjoyed watching the guys in the crowd respond to the high heels. It was good for me too.

[@brendavandry8909]

She is just a true person to herself and others! We just love her!

[@michelleo6790]

Samantha deserves every success that comes her way. This is a very grounded, intelligent and talented singer songwriter and brilliant musician

[@asprinczeles]

Have been following her career since her fist gig in Raleigh at the Lincoln Theater. Seen her play about 5 times after and love her playing. She has given a boost to the blues.

[@samanthafish1682]

Thanks for listening to my music i really appreciate you

[@BillyBob-sx6hr]

Brittany spears with real talent

[@CherryStreetTheater]

Cool beans. Best interview about the music biz, ever! And Samantha Fish makes it perfect.

[@Buff1nt0n]

I completely love certain bands and songs but my tastes drift between genres so much that friends wonder what I really like, specifically. The first time I saw Samantha Fish was in KZbin. She covers so much in such a diverse cross-over of many genres that, I can't get enough of this beautiful talent. Some say Rock'n Roll, some say Blues, etc, etc... I simply say Go Fish!!

[@skippyone2769]

She has the best legs in blues ever!

[@SteveAttwood]

Not only Beautiful, Immensely talented vocally and instrumentally but business smart too... She IS perfect..

[@josejavierreymiralles7085]

New personality. Personality Oz. New bad music. Autentic Fish old records.Who is now?

[@jakediddy3658]

Sounds like a money interrogation. 🤣

[@sixsentsoldiers]

The playing under your own banner comment by the Boss is just silly. Elitist thinking really. Opening acts have been highlights for me. I saw GnR open for The Crue. Wow. Tesla open for DLR. WoW. Even Damn Yankees open for Bad Co. WoW. Blown away. It keeps the headliner honest also. Friendly competition.

[@jtaylor0727]

We love Samantha... she is remarkable... great entertainer! Her albums are fantastic... live is better! I have her autograph!!! PROUD!!! LOL

[@stevecrippen7472]

SAM your a nice humble musician,stay this way,honest and just plain GOOD,,thanx Crip

[@WileECoyotey]

What does a "working band " earn ?

[@karenbaumgartel6077]

I‘m a Canadian living in Germany. What is the LLC? And the other one she mentioned at the beginning of the talk. Also, thank you for this video - I totally admire Samantha (aside from the fact that she is a great musician, so proficient at both singing and playing) for her practical and hard working business sense!

[@nhredleg9587]

A limited liability company (LLC) is a corporate structure in the United States whereby the owners are not personally liable for the company's debts or liabilities. Limited liability companies are hybrid entities that combine the characteristics of a corporation with those of a partnership or sole proprietorship. An S corporation, for United States federal income tax, is a closely held corporation (or, in some cases, a limited liability company (LLC) or a partnership) that makes a valid election to be taxed under Subchapter S of Chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code. In general, S corporations do not pay any income taxes.

[@mr.vinegaroon3132]

This dude is right. Sam has it all--dramatic stage presence, incredible skills as a musician and music that strikes home with everyone. I go to her concerts whenever she comes within driving distance of me. I've seen her four times so far. Wish I was her boyfriend!!

[@airozo59]

Awesome interview and getting a look at the business of being in a band. Hope to see Samantha perform soon, totally love her music.

[@kentbeery8653]

Very smart Gal......much Respect

[@iwazzabadboy1982]

Great interview

[@WV591]

Best of luck young lady

[@gorillafunk725]

Straight up. No pretense. No bullshit. Not only articulate, intelligent & gifted musically. But seems like a genuinely nice person. Refreshing breath of fresh air!

[@telboy1966manu]

Hear hear 👏👏👏

[@jdfolbre]

She handled some tough questions with grace.

[@renedrumpoet4004]

~Wonderful~

[@arneolson7114]

Man reason Samantha is awesome is the fact she is always in the moment. She will talk to you like you are her best friend. I was leaning on her van long ago and couldn't believe she was doing her own roadie work ! Yes she can tote some gear !! Good people ....the New Beatles is what someone in the crowd said. That stuck. Hope she gets all she deserves.....

[@JitenShende]

Awesome guitar player....lovely vocals but after watching this...outstanding business acumen 👌🏼❤️❤️

[@samanthafish1682]

Thanks for listening to my music i really appreciate you a lot

[@JitenShende]

@@samanthafish1682 you deserve every bit of accolade n success...been watching your hard work n perseverance for few years now..just amazing.....take care

[@samanthafish1682]

@@JitenShende thanks for your supporting

[@samanthafish1682]

@@JitenShende Where are you from ?

[@JitenShende]

@@samanthafish1682 Pune, India....

[@davidclarke5938]

After seeing WALK-OFF-THE-EARTH do their "Little Boxes" video, I looked up information on cigar-box guitars. That led me to discover Samantha Fish and her band. Tonight I am adding the 160th video to a SAMANTHA FISH YOU-TUBE PLAYLIST. 2 weeks ago I had never heard of her, now I am tending an ever-increasing playlist of her work.

[@JennyBmusic23]

I have so much respect for this woman! Thank you for sharing

[@markanthony5312]

OMG what a doll. and she can play a guitar.

[@mr.vinegaroon3132]

Love Sam, talking or singing and playing. This dude's hair color matches his shirt?