Hi, I'm Sam, but you might know me as Pick Up Goliath. My musical journey began in the world of classical music, where I first picked up the violin and clarinet. Those early days playing in orchestras laid the foundation for a deep love of music that would shape the rest of my life.

As a teenager, I discovered the thrill of rock music, which led me to start composing and songwriting. Joining rock bands and learning how to gig were pivotal experiences, and they ignited a passion for creating music that connects with people on a visceral level.

I went on to study Popular Music at Leeds University, where I majored in Songwriting. During this time, I joined the band Armstrong, and we spent four incredible years touring, writing, and recording. Our debut single, "Can't Go Back," even made it to number 65 on the UK Indie Chart, and our album Light Up The Night was a labour of love that opened doors to perform alongside some amazing bands like You Me At Six, The Pigeon Detectives, Attack Attack!, and many others.

After my time with Armstrong, I transitioned into education, earning my teaching qualifications and spending six rewarding years at The BRIT School in London. As a specialist in songwriting and composition, I had the privilege of teaching some incredibly talented students, including Raye, Rex Orange County, Lola Young, Cat Burns, Olivia Dean, and black midi. Helping shape the next generation of artists was an honour and a truly inspiring chapter of my career.

In 2018, I founded my own company, Pick Up Goliath Ltd., which allowed me to focus on writing bespoke compositions for both private and commercial clients. I also began producing for artists around the world, continuing to push the boundaries of what music can be.

Under the pseudonym Pick Up Goliath, I've been fortunate to collaborate with artists like Duran Duran's Dom Brown on two albums and have explored new musical landscapes through solo projects. I also launched an educational channel called The Producer Tutor in 2019, where I offered free music production tutorials and one-on-one lessons to aspiring producers.

My passion for teaching culminated in the publication of my book, Become a Competent Music Producer in 365 Days, with Routledge in 2023. It's been incredible to share my knowledge with an even wider audience.

After moving to Spain in 2021, I established Mammoth Sound Studio, where I've been producing records with local artists and expanding my creative horizons. Recently, I had the thrilling opportunity to collaborate with Massive Monster on a metal EP for the hit video game Cult of the Lamb, working alongside some of the biggest names in metal such as Howard Jones (Light the Torch), Matthew K. Heafy (Trivium), Scott LePage (Polyphia) and many others.

Through all these experiences, my goal has always remained the same: to create, inspire, and share the transformative power of music. Whether I'm producing, teaching, or composing, I'm driven by a deep love for music and a desire to help others find their own unique voice in the sonic world.