In this episode of The Sieve, I sit down with the brilliant singer-songwriter Sam Kelly ... a BBC Folk Awards winning artist,and magnetic performer whose voice carries stories that feel both timeless and deeply personal.

We talk about the early roots of Sam’s love for folk music, and how his grandfather’s influence shaped the artist he is today. Sam opens up about his journey through the public spotlight on Britain’s Got Talent, and the importance of trusting your gut when navigating the music industry, and life.

We explore how he stays grounded when life gets noisy, what his creative process really looks like, and why making space for stillness is so essential. Plus, Sam shares the moving title track from his stunning new record, "Dreamers Dawn." ...