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Spencer Sanders | |
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| Birth name | Spencer Matthew Sanders |
| Born | June 22, 1998 Boston, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Origin | San Francisco, California, U.S. |
| Genres | Singer-songwriter, folk-pop |
| Occupation | Musician |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, keyboard, guitar, ukulele, violin |
| Years active | 2022–present |
| Website | spencersanders.com[1] |
Spencer Sanders (born June 22, 1998) is an American singer-songwriter known for his introspective folk-pop adjacent music that explores themes of love, identity, and mental health. Based in Salt Lake City, Utah, Sanders rose to prominence with his debut album, Almanac: Volume 1,[2] released on September 20, 2024.[3]
Early Life
editSpencer Sanders was born in Boston, Massachusetts,[4] and has been vocal about his experience as a member of the LGBTQ community, growing up in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and living with bipolar disorder.[5] His personal challenges significantly influence his songwriting, which often touches on themes of resilience and self-discovery.[6]
Career
editSanders released his debut album, Almanac: Volume 1, on September 20, 2024, exploring "life's highs, lows, and the ache of the in-between."[7] The album features singles such as "Rust[8]," "Iced Moonshine[9]," and "Golden Age[10]," all of which showcase his emotional storytelling and melodic sensibility.[11]
To further express his artistic vision, Sanders produced music videos[12] for the first three singles of Almanac: Volume 1 with directors Brennon Harding and Mira Plummer.[13][14][15]
Themes and Style
editSanders' music is characterized by its introspective lyrics and focuses on themes of mental health, personal growth, and the human experience. His work is deeply personal, often drawing from his life experiences.[6] He combines elements of folk music, country blues, chamber pop, and soft rock.[16]
Personal Life
editSanders currently resides in Salt Lake City, Utah. He continues to engage with fans through live performances and digital platforms, where he shares insights into his music and life.[17]
Discography
editAlbums
edit- Almanac: Volume 1 (2024)
- Rust
- Someday Soon
- Wishing Wells
- Paradise Found
- Maybe...
- War & Peace
- Iced Moonshine
- Golden Age
Singles
edit- Rust (May 17, 2024)
- Iced Moonshine (June 21, 2024)
- Golden Age (July 26, 2024)
- Paradise Found (September 13, 2024)
- The Ghost (October 25, 2024)
External links
editReferences
edit- ^ https://spencersanders.com
- ^ "Spencer Sanders Almanac: Volume 1 - Google Search".
- ^ "Spencer Sanders Bandcamp Page". Retrieved 2024-11-27.
- ^ "Spencer Sanders on Apple Music". Apple Music - Web Player. Retrieved 2024-11-27.
- ^ Staff (2024-06-25). "Rising star Spencer Sanders announces Summer single releases from his upcoming debut album 'Almanac'". QSaltLake Magazine. Retrieved 2024-11-27.
- ^ a b "Official Spencer Sanders Website". Retrieved 2024-11-27.
- ^ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2024-11-27.
- ^ "Spencer Sanders Rust - Google Search".
- ^ "Spencer Sanders Iced Moonshine - Google Search".
- ^ "Spencer Sanders Golden Age - Google Search".
- ^ Magazine, Provo Music (2024-09-27). "Almanacs of Emotion: An Interview with Spencer Sanders". Provo Music Magazine. Retrieved 2024-11-27.
- ^ "Spencer Sanders Music Videos". YouTube.
- ^ Spencer Sanders (2024-05-16). Spencer Sanders — Rust (Official Music Video). Retrieved 2024-11-27 – via YouTube.
- ^ Spencer Sanders (2024-06-20). Spencer Sanders — Iced Moonshine (Official Music Video). Retrieved 2024-11-27 – via YouTube.
- ^ Spencer Sanders (2024-08-09). Spencer Sanders — Golden Age (Official Music Video). Retrieved 2024-11-27 – via YouTube.
- ^ "Spencer Sanders". Genius. Retrieved 2024-11-27.
- ^ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2024-11-27.