Alex Sampson performed an original song, Pretty Baby, which impressed America's Got Talent judges. He did not receive a Golden Buzzer, but he received four 'Yes' votes from judges, which further confirmed that he had great potential in the competition. From Atikokan, Canada, Sampson brought off a retro style reminiscent of the 50s and smooth vocals, making him stand out among a sea of performers.
Since appearing on America's Got Talent, Sampson has focused on growing his music career with new releases and live performances, hoping his appearance on AGT would boost it. Here's a closer look at what Sampson has been up to since AGT, along with an update on what's ahead for him in the competition.
Alex Sampson's post-AGT Activities
Since his appearance on America's Got Talent, Alex Sampson has worked on building his musical reach. He released Pretty Baby on several platforms, including YouTube, where he also released a visualizer for it. In addition to that song, Sampson has kept busy with other releases.
His YouTube channel hosts the official audio for The Girl Who Cried Love and BLIND, both featuring music videos. He also posted a live acoustic version of The Girl Who Cried Love and a new acoustic rendition of BLIND from Los Angeles.
On June 12, 2024, Sampson was the performing guest at a showcase event held at Hotel Ziggy. He also did a 37-minute interview with Zach Sang in January 2024, which can be found on YouTube. These reflect his activities in keeping himself relevant to the audience post-AGT.
Alex Sampson's music releases and other projects
Sampson has continued to release music through 2024. His channel abounds with a variety of original songs and cover works. Notable original works to date include All That We Could Have Been, Cold Shoulder, and Stay Here, the latter two being released alongside music videos. His cover repertoire includes songs from the likes of Little Things by One Direction, The A Team by Ed Sheeran, Superficial Love by Ruth B, EXO by Eden, and Lie To Me by 5 Seconds of Summer.
America's Got Talent: Live Show Schedule
Going further ahead in the event's schedule, if Sampson moves on to the live shows, he is slotted to perform between August 13 and September 18, 2024. The show's calendar took a two-week break because of the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Specific dates regarding Sampson's appearance during the live shows have not been confirmed by NBC. These performances will be critical in determining his success and prospects of moving further in the event.
Competition and future prospects for Alex Sampson
For this 2024 AGT season, there have been other Golden Buzzers besides him, with Richard Goodall, Liv Warfield, Pranysqa Mishra, and Reid Wilson. He competes with these and other great vocalists, so the live shows challenge Sampson to make a difference. The presence of more talented performers would escalate the competition levels that Sampson will face in the further rounds.
Where to follow Alex Sampson
Follow Alex Sampson's musical journey and AGT performances by subscribing to his official YouTube channel and following his social media accounts. His Instagram and X accounts provide ongoing updates about professional activities, where fans and followers can track new releases and performances.
Alex Sampson's stint on AGT 2024 gave him the break he needed for his musical career. He currently releases music regularly, plays live shows at many venues, and is working for his stake in the entertainment world. Keep up by following his official social media.
