ARTIST SPOTLIGHT

How does one describe the musical sound and style that is being called powergrass? It is a very different sound in today's Christian Country market. It could be described as a comfortable mixture of strings, mandolins, close harmonies and a little bit of rock and roll. Another definition of Powergrass can be found in the musical style of a group, introduced to us by Reformation Records, SAMSON, a new father/son duo who are developing the new sound and style.

SAMSON was formed in the summer of 1997. Made up of Sammy Hall and his son Monte, this new act is a mixing of high energy stage show with a pleasing blend of their own brand of country.

Sammy Hall began his professional career in rock & roll at the age of 16. He was part of several top R&R groups. At the time, Billboard magazine declared, "he was an artist to watch." He also appeared in the movie "The Wild Rebels" & on the Dick Clark shows "American Bandstand" and "Where The Action Is." Hall went solo years later and for many years he performed gospel music in churches, schools, and auditoriums all across the United States.

For the last few years Sammy and his sons Brannon and Monte have found themselves performing all over the world as "Horizon". Their positive approach and motivational music has opened doors for them to perform for hundreds of thousands at success-oriented rallies, which they continue to do today. The demand for their music has taken them to Belgium, Germany, Ireland, Scotland, Great Britain, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Europe, and all over the United States.

Sammy has now teamed up with his son, Monte to embark on a new venture. Together they have developed the new sound and energetic style that defines the artist called SAMSON.

How would one describe SAMSON?

Reformation Records describes them as Powergrass performed by SAMMY AND MONTE HALL.