Sam Hensley: Friends

Musician Friends

Folk Alley: A folk music site featuring 24-hour streaming folk music, plus an open mic section for up and coming musicians
Rob Seals: Singer-Songwriter, Session Musician, Producer & Visiting School Artist, Rob does it all. He skillfully produced "Run Like Water" as well as played most of the stringed instruments. On top of all that, he's a most kind and giving soul. His musical ability is sure to dazzle.
Bryan Field: Another great musician, Bryan Field paints extraordinary images with his words and music. His new release, "Way", is an incredible work.
Rob Bodle: Summerfield, NC-based Singer/Songwriter whose songs tell fantastic stories.
Fran McKendree: My long time mentor and friend, Fran is an insightful and incredible musical being.
Claire Holley: A southern born singer/songwriter transplanted to LA. Her voice is that of Norah Jones, and her songs shine with honest lyrical brilliance.
Anna Hutto: Good friend and musical soul, I engineered, mixed, and co-produced her newest record, "Welcome Here."
Dale Baker: Former Sixpence None the Richer percussionist, Dale lent his fine talents to Run Like Water on both full kit and percussion.
Jake Melnyk: A rising Wilmington-based singer/songwriter/engineer.
Steven Jackson: Great Americana singer/songwriter from Alabama, also graphic designer for Run Like Water, and countless other visual jewels.
Steve Key: Steve has had songs recorded by Kathy Mattea, and has years of Nashville experience, on top of being a great person, friend, and advocate for local music and writers.

Social Justice Sites

Miriam's Kitchen: Miriam's Kitchen feeds a hot, nutrious breakfast to over 200 homeless DC clients every weekday morning. They also offer an after-breakfast program with art, writing, and craft-making.
The Hunger Site: A variety of sites, where free clicks can help do a world of good.
Habitat for Humanity: World famous organization helping people obtain a decent place to live.
Potter's House: A ecumenical coffeehouse in Washington, DC, connected with Church of the Savior, bringing performers and non-profits together(and fairtrade coffee too.)
Christ House: A hospital for the homeless in Washington, DC, also connected to Kairos House, home to one of the best bass players anywhere.
Level Ground Trading Company: Trading company where Erin and I get our coffee. Guarantees the farmer's receive fair wage for their work.
Working Assets: Long-distance, cell phone, and credit card services that give a portion of their profits to non-profits working for social, economic, and environmental justice.
The ONE Campaign: An online campaign to show support for ending AIDS and extreme poverty. It only takes a few minutes to help.
Bread for the World: A Christian organization working to influence legislation to end world hunger.
Oxfam America: Human Rights organization working to promote peace, justice, and aid to foreign countries.
Open Door Community: Ecumenical community in Atlanta Georgia dedicated to bringing justice and ministering to those in need, especially the homeless and imprisoned.
Haw River Program: Outdoor education program in Brown Summit, NC, teaching youth and adults the wonders of nature, and the importance of conservation.

Musical Gear

Martin Strings: Long-lasting and brilliant sounding strings from the godfather of guitar makers.
Dynaudio Monitors: Makers of my studio monitors, the BM5A's are amazing, period.
Takamine Guitars: Makers of my new EAN10C Guitar, solid construction with a chop that is second to none.
Roland: Roland makes the VS-2480 digital recorder which I currently use in my own studio. Impeccable quality.
Metro Guitar: Great repair shop in Arlington, VA. Greg does fantastic work, and for a very reasonable price.

Other Sites of Interest

Songs of Love: A foundation that uses songwriters and singers to write and record unique, one-of-a-kind songs for kids with serious illness and disabilities. I am a staff writer and write many a country songs.
Craigslist: An online classified community serving the various needs of people in metropolitan areas. I have found many a treasure there.
The Episcopal Church: Information on the Episcopal Church, of which Sam is a card-carrying member.
Kanuga Conference Center: An Episcopal Conference Center in the mountains of North Carolina.
Common Dreams: A progressive news site