Los Angeles-based musician Andrew Samples arrives by way of Nashville, TN. He is debuting his first solo record of songs, The Alchemist, which he wrote, produced, and performed all himself. This indie rocker introduces his style of personal revelations in uniquely-crafted song structures. His messages are meaningful and urgent, though sometimes quirky, because these are also pop songs.

Andrew began his career playing bass for Doghouse Records pop/rock group, Feable Weiner, where he toured all over the U.S. and Europe for over three years. They signed a publishing deal with Universal U.K. and recorded a brand new album before losing traction after label disagreements behind a name change. That record, 2FNHOT, eventually came out under the band name, Mondo Primo. Andrew went on to play bass for Nashville-based piano rock group, Parachute Musical, and continued to tour extensively for almost four more years. They co-wrote and released an e.p., No Comfort, and a full length, Kill It Cut It Down, both completely independent, before Andrew decided to relocate to Los Angeles, where he initially did stand-up comedy.

Secretly honing his songwriting craft from his bedroom for roughly fifteen years, Andrew says The Alchemist is his dream come true. "This record is the most honest part of me I've ever shared. Taking on this project all by myself has been the hardest thing I've ever done, but it's also the most rewarding."

Andrew released The Alchemist on 5/15/15 on his label, APS R=CORDS.