Samantha Fish

About

Samantha Fish is a force of nature, a blues-rock virtuoso who wields her guitar like a lightning rod, channeling raw emotion and technical brilliance into every note. Hailing from Kansas City, Fish has carved out a unique space in the modern blues scene, blending traditional Delta grit with rock swagger, soulful vocals, and a touch of Americana. Her sound is a melting pot of influences—from the fiery licks of Stevie Ray Vaughan to the storytelling prowess of Bonnie Raitt—yet it’s undeniably her own. Fish’s career took off with her 2009 debut, *Live Bait*, but it was her collaboration with Cassie Taylor and Dani Wilde on *Girls with Guitars* (2011) that cemented her as a rising star. Since then, she’s released a string of critically acclaimed albums, including *Chills & Fever* (2017) and *Kill or Be Kind* (2019), showcasing her evolution as a songwriter and performer. Her live shows are legendary, a high-energy blend of blistering solos and heartfelt storytelling that leaves audiences spellbound. Beyond her solo work, Fish has collaborated with icons like Buddy Guy and Luther Dickinson, further solidifying her place in the blues pantheon. Her recent projects, including the 2023 album *Death Wish Blues* with Jesse Dayton, explore darker, grittier themes, proving she’s unafraid to push boundaries. Samantha Fish isn’t just keeping the blues alive—she’s reinventing it for a new generation.