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At long last, Sammy’s third full-length album is available digitally and on high quality VINYL in a beautiful gatefold sleeve. Streaming everywhere and available to order here. “Songs From the Goodbye Garden” reached #1 on the CKUA Top 30 Chart and #12 on the Earshot National Top 50 Chart.
Here’s a feature interview with music on CBC.
You can read an extremely positive and thoughtful review here from Spain’s Dirty Rock Magazine.
Here’s a glowing review from Americana UK.
You can read a press release about the album here.
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"Volkov sings like a man out of time"
- The Edmonton Journal
"Volkov sings like a man out of time" - The Edmonton Journal
“Sammy Volkov stands out as a rare figure in today's music scene. His crystalline voice reigns supreme, with its exquisite sensitivity that's capable of moving us deeply. The purity of his voice and the range of emotions he conveys are enough to captivate any audience.”
-Dirty Rock Magazine (Spain)
“The most immediately striking thing is not just the strength but also the vulnerability of Volkov's voice; throughout Songs from the Goodbye Garden, it swells and rises as he croons beautifully in a way that’s seldom heard today, think Roy Orbison crossed with James Taylor. Songs from the Goodbye Garden is an album that’s full of precious gems; a rich and valuable listen for everyone.”
-Americana UK
"A voice reminiscent of Roy Orbison"
- RANGE Magazine
"A voice reminiscent of Roy Orbison" - RANGE Magazine
ABOUT SAMMY
A compelling blend of cinematic retro craftsmanship and raw vulnerability defines Canadian-American singer-songwriter Sammy Volkov. Splitting his time between Alberta and Oregon, Sammy has forged a reputation as an artist “out of time,” drawing comparisons to legendary voices like Roy Orbison, Neil Young, Fred Neil, Townes Van Zandt, Chris Isaak, and gospel-era Elvis Presley.
Sammy’s artistry balances the dual roles of a dedicated musical museum curator and an adventurous contemporary creator. As a young, queer person growing up on the Canadian prairies, he turned to music for permission, exploration, and comfort—a deep emotional resonance he now embeds within his own work to inspire and comfort future generations. His meticulously crafted records conjure sonic magic by blending skilled musicianship, rich melodies, and deeply felt lyrics.
A seasoned and vulnerable live performer, Sammy earned 2nd place for Penguin Eggs / Roots Music Canada Critics’ 2023 “New Discovery of the Year.” He has shared stages with celebrated artists such as Boy Golden, Frazey Ford, and Mariel Buckley. His captivating live presence has made him a staple at major roots events, including consecutive appearances at the Edmonton Folk Music Festival, performances at the Calgary and Canmore Folk Festivals, and a featured spot in the Calgary Folk Music Festival’s Block Heater Concert Series.
Sammy supports his recorded work with dedicated touring across North America, bringing his timeless, esoteric palette of sounds directly to audiences from Western Canada to Memphis, Nashville, and Portland.
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