I was introduced to Sam through his podcast 'Attack & Release Show' with Matthew Garber  back in 2021. I tore through the episodes — loved every one — and quietly made a note to myself: when the right project comes along, I want Sam to master it.

He’s a fantastic engineer to work with — highly decorated, deeply thoughtful, and a genuinely kind communicator. What stands out most is his nuance. In a world full of oversimplified hot takes on mixing and mastering, Sam brings depth, context, and care to the conversation — and to the music.