HAILING from a family with four generations of musicians, it was perhaps inevitable that Sam Sparro would enter the music business.
“Music has always been part of my life,” says the Sydney-born singer/songwriter, whose single ‘Black and Gold’ propelled him to fame in 2008. “I love it; it can instantly change your mood and give you the feeling that someone else has experienced what you’re going through.” With his second album, Return to Paradise (Virgin/EMI Music), due for release on June 1, the 29-year-old is living the dream. “The best thing is getting to make a living out of what I love.”
- Joanne Hawkins
Sam can’t live without…
SUNGLASSES
They’re my weakness. I have about 20 pairs, although I’ll often pass old ones on to my friends or give them to charity.
MY DOGS
George Michael and Charlie Rose (named after the veteran US journalist) give me love and companionship. I miss them when I’m travelling.
COFFEE
The first thing I do in the morning is let my dogs out for a wee and then turn on the coffee machine - I never have instant.
EXERCISE
I’ve started taking it seriously in the past few years. It’s been good for my mental health, as well as my physical health.
LEATHER BAG
I take this Phillip Lim backpack everywhere I go. I love the colour and that it’s low-maintenance.
CHAIR
I’m into interiors and enjoy checking out vintage furniture shops. This Danish seat (left) was a bargain.
BROGUES
Fashion is a problem for me; I’m addicted. I’ve learnt to appreciate grown-up clothes - tailored suits, nice shoes. I’m going through a ’40s phase.
VINYL RECORDS
I grew up listening to cassettes, CDs and then an iPod, but I recently became a nerdy record collector. It’s a tactile experience; I like the smell of them and the dust.
Video is not available in my country… So, could someone stream it and put it on YouTube or somewhere :)?
To celebrate the launch of Sam Sparro’s new album ‘Return To Paradise’ Topman are giving three of Sam’s fans the chance to not only meet the man himself but also to be personally styled by Sam and the Topman Personal Shopping team…
Click on the link and be the one of the winners! Good luck!
Musicians and artists from around the world have come together to pay tribute to Bee Gees star Robin Gibb, following the news of his death after a long battle with cancer.
“It was a real honor to perform with Robin Gibb at the London Proms. May he be remembered well and rest in peace,” singer Sam Sparro tweeted.
Duran Duran’s official Twitter page said, “Sorry to hear about the passing of Robin Gibb of the Bee Gees. Our condolences to his friends and family.”
‘Australia’s Got Talent’ judge Dannii Minogue quoted a song written by the star’s brother Barry Gibb, “We start believin’ now that we can be who we are - Grease is the word.”
Brian McFadden also sent his condolences, “I hope you’re at peace now,” he wrote.
Meanwhile, Irish band The Script revealed their personal memories with the ‘Stayin’ Alive’ hitmaker.
“We met Robin and Barry in NY. Such a lovely guy. Prayers 2 his family. 2 many Legends being taken from us 2 early,” they tweeted.
Robin sold more than 200 million records along with his brother Barry and his late twin Maurice Gibb.
‘Night Fever,’ ‘How Deep Is Your Love’ and ‘Jive Talkin’ are some of their most famous songs.
Remember Robin in our tribute tonight on MTV Classic @ 7.30pm “Remembering Robin Gibb.”
Written by Jennifer Fletcher
Sam Sparro in Gay Times Magazine (2012)
Photographed by Justin Monroe
