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SAMANTHA DANN

Samantha Dann has an Aussie country backstory that begins in her early childhood, growing up in the heart of the Australian outback, Alice Springs. Country music was woven into those years, with her grandmother a singer, her father, Scott Dann, a successful country singer and entertainer, and her cousin, Troy Dann, a prominent television presenter with his worldwide hit series, Outback Adventures.

It’s no surprise that this girl from the bush would pursue a career in country music. In fact, her very first single, aptly titled “Country Kinda Girl,” was featured on an episode of Outback Adventures. She went on to perform the song in the finals of the renowned Tamworth Star Maker quest, putting her well on the path to country music success.

She decided to try her skill in Nashville U.S.A. and after meeting prominent Nashville producer Wayne Brayfield, she co-wrote with the songwriters behind Garth Brooks’ hit “Friends In Low Places.” which led to an invitation to perform at the Honkytonks on Nashville’s legendary Music Row. Tragically, her Nashville journey faced a setback when Brayfield suffered a heart attack and passed away.

“Because of my connection with those guys, I was given the chance to record songs usually reserved for signed artists.” One of those songs, “Don’t Stand In My Way,” was initially on hold for U.S. country icon Gretchen Wilson. Sam is now recording that song here in Australia with her producer, legendary U.S. guitarist Louie Shelton, in 2024. Dann, was also recorded in Nashville: a cover of the Jeannie C. Riley classic “Harper Valley PTA.” Jeannie loved Sam’s version so much that she personally requested a copy of the film clip. Another single, “Who Do You Think I Am,” was released and then she teaming up with producer Louie Shelton (from the famous group “THE WRECKING CREW” ) to record and release three Nashville-written songs, and she is backed by a strong management team. Her first single, titled “Whole Lotta Life,” has garnered interest from Stella Parton, sister of Dolly Parton. Stella, a close friend of Samantha’s father Scott, was so impressed with the Nashville demo of the song and with the anticipation of what Samantha’s voice would bring, she insisted on adding her Backing Vocals to the finished track. The backing tracks for this song and the next two releases, “Dr Radio” and “Don’t Stand In My Way,” have been completed by Louie Shelton at his Gold Coast studio in Australia. With a crossover style blending pop and country rock, Samantha Dann stands at the forefront of the next generation of Australian female singers. With her unique voice and vibrant personality, all wrapped up in a feisty blonde bombshell image, 2025 is set to be her year to shine once again in the international world of country music where she is also featuring a tribute in a “SHANIA TWAIN SHOW” and also a “LINDA RONSTADT SHOW” which she performs with her dynamic backing band on the Qld & N.S.W. Club Circuit.