Sam Pounds

Raised on stories, gospel music, and church in rural North Carolina, Sam Pounds began performing at five, urged by his Grandma Ruth. The son of a preacher, he played drums and sang in church, later studying audio production and playing basketball in college. Inspired by Prince, he spent many nights in a dorm lobby’s soundproof phone booth, honing his music production skills. Influenced by James Brown, Little Richard, and Lenny Kravitz, Pounds developed a unique rock/R&B blend he calls “rock and soul.” Feeling like a "vocal orphan," he moved to Los Angeles, becoming an in-demand producer across various genres. He worked with Jamie Foxx, Snoop Dogg, and others, and in 2024, was recognized with a Grammy for his participation on Killer Mike’s album “Michael.” As an artist, Pounds held a residency at Black Rabbit Rose and played at hotspots like Delilah. His latest single “Motives” which is available to stream now, is the first track off of Pounds’ upcoming album which is set to feature collaborations with Foxx and legendary songwriter Diane Warren.