A fulltime member of the band The Lil Smokies. Sam creates original, traditional and modern folk music. Led by thoughtful, genre bending banjo playing and unique warm vocals. A diverse range of experiences from touring internationally to India and Turkey to performing with Railroad Earth and Ben Sollee shine through in Sam's original compositions
“Sam's singing, banjo playing and songs send me deep into contemplation and soaring in the clouds . Extraordinary!” - Abigial Washburn
“Armstrong-Zickefoose points to a new path for traditional string music: one that’s rooted in its past. By exploring all the winding forks these musical pathways lead him down, Armstrong-Zickefoose has unified them all with his generosity of spirit.” - Rachel Cholst of No Depression