Biography

Sam Durrence
Effective period / Period of releases: 1973
Sam began his career as a radio broadcaster, commercial spokesperson, actor, and print ad model in Florida, later moving to Nashville after winning best male vocalist in a talent search. Among the celebrity judges was country music legend Loretta Lynn who invited Sam To Nashville to sing on WSM’s nationally broadcast Midnight Jamboree, encouraging him to pursue a career in music & entertainment. The Loretta Lynn media organization later placed Sam in the position of creative director for Coal Miners Music publishing.Sam Durrence sang the theme song for independent Hollywood film “Steel Arena”, followed by an acting role in a CBs late night movie titled “UFO Target Earth”. He teamed up with British Rock musician Michael Steuart and purchased Audio Dimensions Studios In Memphis.
Sam made a license agreement with RCA Canada, leading to three Juno awards for his productions, a half dozen top 10 charted songs, several music videos, numerous television appearances, including special guest hosting on TNN network and guest acting roles in Canadian TV dramas.