Sam Bettens: Americana / Country / Singer-Songwriter

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Sam Bettens

Album:Coming Home (Released September 2025)
Genre: AAA/Americana/Country/Singer-Songwriter
Based: USA

ABOUT SAM BETTENS

Sam Bettens is a transgender Belgian/American artist and the multi-platinum voice behind K’s Choice, now fully embracing a Country/Americana chapter with Coming Home. Shaped by 15 years living in East Tennessee, including time as a full-time firefighter, and his transition, Bettens’ songwriting is grounded, honest, and deeply human.

Recorded in Nashville with producer Tom Bukovac, Coming Home blends classic country and Americana with timeless singer-songwriter craft. It’s a record meant to be lived with, vinyl on the turntable, stories unfolding slowly, and a voice that carries the weight of experience.

Coming Home is not a genre shift, it’s a homecoming. Rooted in real life, open roads, and quiet reflection, the album captures Americana with warmth and authenticity.

NEW ALBUM OUT NOW
COMING HOME

  • California

  • 5000 Miles

  • Superman

SINGLES

WATCH - OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEOS

Superman — Official Music Video

California - Official Music Video
by Thomas Richard Mertens

HORST Festival - Official Aftermovie
by Maarten Ascotte

HORST Festival — Aftermovie

Sam Bettens appears in the official HORST Festival aftermovie, highlighting a live performance context outside the Coming Home album cycle. The film reflects Bettens’ continued presence on international festival stages and collaborative performance environments.

PRESS & MEDIA COVERAGE

Sam Bettens has been featured in international media and long-form interviews addressing artistic evolution, identity, and the release of Coming Home. Selected press coverage and podcast appearances are listed below.

Authority Magazine

“Rising Star Sam Bettens On The Five Things You Need To Shine In the Music Industry”

— An Interview with Diane Strand - Authority Magazine

A long-form interview covering Bettens’ career, creative process, and insights on the music industry, including perspectives on identity and the release of Coming Home.

Tijdschrift LOVER

Sam Bettens – A Personal Journey

A reflective editorial piece exploring Bettens’ coming-out, transition, and cultural impact, viewed through the lens of identity and representation.

gent jazz festival

Official Artist Feature

Sam Bettens was featured on the Gent Jazz Festival lineup, highlighting his Americana and singer-songwriter work alongside an international roster of artists.

Billboard

“Sam Bettens, Transgender Frontman of Rex Rebel, Recounts His Coming Out Journey”

— By Stephen Daw — Billboard

An in-depth interview examining Bettens’ public transition, creative perspective, and the role of authenticity in both life and music.

Podcast - Fifty Shades of Gender

“A Conversation with Sam Bettens”

A long-form audio interview discussing identity, creative work, and personal experience in conversation format.


CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

  • Multi-platinum recording artist

  • Frontman of K’s Choice

  • International touring across Europe and North America

  • Nashville-recorded Country/Americana album (Coming Home)

  • Album produced by Tom Bukovac, producer and four-time ACM Guitar Player of the Year

TOUR DATES

Sam Bettens is currently touring internationally in support of Coming Home, with performances across Europe and North America. The live shows reflect the album’s Americana and singer-songwriter focus, presented in intimate venues and festival settings. Select dates are sold out.

PHOTOS & PRESS ASSETS

Approved high-resolution press photos, album artwork, and promotional materials for editorial and promotional use are available for download.

All photos by Thomas Richard Mertens

Frequently Asked Questions

CONTACT & BOOKING

For booking, press, and professional inquiries, please use the appropriate contact information.

Trident MMP

Todd Haller
📧 toddhallerradio@gmail.com
📞 704-996-2036

Chris Siciliano
📧 chris@tridentmmp.net
📞 678-576-8538

U.S. & Canada

Frank Clauwers
📧 sambettens@proximus.be

Rest of World (ROW)