Sam Nabi's Blog

Grab the new EP – Colours and Signs

Sam Nabi — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 16:38:03 +0000

Hello friends!

So, even though Sufjan stole my thunder, I released an EP today too! It’s called Colours and Signs.

That’s right. If you came to my show last night at The Bean, you would have got a sneak peek of the fourth and final song in my summer EP. And now, you can download the entire album for free, just because I love you guys so much.

So have a listen and share it with your friends!

http://bandcamp.com/EmbeddedPlayer.swf/album=2176743792/size=venti/bgcol=FFFFFF/linkcol=4285BB/

New tunes for old friends

Sam Nabi — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 16:39:47 +0000

The upcoming EP is slowly trickling into existence, one track at a time…

The newest song, Smoke Signals, is perfect for a mellow night, sitting by the campfire. Just what you need to make this long weekend great. Also recently released is Metropolis, an anthem for the hustle and bustle of the city. Perfect for when you’re stuck in traffic on the 401, trying to get to cottage country!

Good news: you can download both of them right here. You’re welcome.

http://bandcamp.com/EmbeddedPlayer.swf/track=545139526/size=grande/bgcol=FFFFFF/linkcol=4285BB/

http://bandcamp.com/EmbeddedPlayer.swf/track=1123314766/size=grande/bgcol=FFFFFF/linkcol=4285BB/

Have a worry-free long weekend,

Sam

PS: If you haven’t seen it yet, check out Sam’s Soapbox #8. I talk about the census and libertarianism and such.

We’ll salute you, dilute you, then mute you.

Sam Nabi — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 16:41:00 +0000

A summer videoblog! I’m so excited! No, it’s not about the G20. I wouldn’t know where to start.

Our dear old Queen came to visit last week, so I spent some time thinking about the monarchy. How it shaped our politics, how it affects us as citizens, and what influence it still has. Here are my thoughts, summed up by a new song at the end of the video! :)

New sights, new sounds… do I hear an EP in the works?

Sam Nabi — Sat, 15 May 2010 20:38:33 +0000

So it’s been a couple weeks since I moved into the big city… I’ve been overwhelmed by the new sights and sounds, which inspired me to finally record a new song! It’s been a while, but now you can head over to my Bandcamp page and download “Asylum”. It’s pretty rockin’.

Yes, that’s right. It’s a free download! What’s more, it’s licenced under Creative Commons so you can share, remix, and distribute (but not sell) to your heart’s content! The best way to tell your friends is to just give them the website URL (http://samnabi.bandcamp.com/track/asylum).

This track is part of a larger project that I hope to complete before August. I’m going to be moving around a lot over the next couple years, so I thought it’d be cool to create a sort of musical scrapbook for every new city that I live in. Over the next two months, I’ll be exploring this city, writing new songs, and recording them. Eventually, I’ll have an EP that captures my impression of this city.

To keep up to date on the project, follow me on Facebook or Twitter. If you want to be the first to receive new freebies and extra awesomeness, subscribe to the mailing list!

A price is on his head…

Sam Nabi — Mon, 10 May 2010 01:37:32 +0000

Here’s a quick update about the songwriting contest I entered back in January or February… the semifinals of the Grad House Songwriting Competition were held last week, and I played my heart out for the $1,500 grand prize that will be awarded in the final round. I’ve just posted a video of my performance on YouTube if you didn’t have the chance to make it out. Here ya go:

I didn’t make it through to the final round, but it was quite the ride while it lasted! I wouldn’t have envied being the judges, everyone in the semifinals was phenomenal. To check out the other performers, as well as when the finals are going to be held, check out RJ Entertainment.

Sam’s Soapbox #6 – When in Afghanistan, Do as the Afghans Do

Sam Nabi — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 13:17:29 +0000

About time! Sorry it’s been so long since I did a videoblog… I know you’re just waiting for me to rant about the government’s latest screw-up. But there’s a twist! This time, I’m talking about what our MPs are doing right on parliament hill! For the first few minutes, anyway.

Enjoy!

Two concerts – March 4 & 6

Sam Nabi — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 05:06:24 +0000

Are you suffering from post-reading-week stress? Need to wind down and hang out for a couple nights? Don’t want to pay $15 to see Lights at Fed Hall?

Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered.

I’m playing 2 shows this week, on Thursday and Saturday. Both are raising money for charity, and I’d love for you to come!

S.O.S. Coffeehouse for Haiti Relief at POETS Lounge, CPH (University of Waterloo)
Thurs March 4, 7:00 PM
Tickets: $4 at the door
Proceeds go to Haiti Earthquake relief effort
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=360803756881

38th Annual Black Forest Coffeehouse at St. Paul’s University College (University of Waterloo)
Fri March 5 & Sat March 6, 6:30 PM (I’m playing on the 6th)
Tickets: $6 for one night, $10 for both (sold at the door)
Proceeds go directly to a local charity (to be determined)
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=320089316163

Two great shows, two great causes! As always, $1 from every CD sale will go towards the night’s fundraising efforts. So come on out and support independent music!

Peace,

Sam

Cheer me on at the Grad House Songwriting Competition!

Sam Nabi — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 19:19:12 +0000

On Tuesday, February 23, I’ll be competing in the 1st Annual Grad House Songwriting Competition at the University of Waterloo. There will be judges there to critique my performance and decide if I get to move on to the semifinals in May!

I’m the very first performance right at 6PM. So come on time!

Go and check out the Facebook event for more info: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=316151199616

I hope you can come; it’s gonna be awesome!

Video from CD Release Concert

Sam Nabi — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 01:27:33 +0000

As promised, here’s a video collage of some of the songs I played at my CD release concert.

If you haven’t got a copy of Chance of Rain yet, head over to www.samnabi.com/#merch to buy a physical copy or download it instantly!

Sam’s Soapbox #5 – My Political Christmas Wishlist

Sam Nabi — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 03:02:14 +0000

This year, rather than wish for world peace, I decided to try something a little more tangible.

Here are 5 simple things Canada should do to make government work better and get people excited about politics…