Sam Ryder, born June 25, 1989, in Essex, England, is a British singer-songwriter and social media sensation known for his powerful vocals and uplifting personality. Initially gaining fame through TikTok during the 2020 lockdown, he became the UK's most-followed artist on the platform, leading to a record deal with Parlophone. In 2022, Ryder represented the UK at Eurovision with his hit "Space Man", achieving second place, the nation's best result in decades. His debut album, There’s Nothing but Space, Man!, released in late 2022, reached number one on the UK Albums Chart​.
In December 2023, Sam scored a festive success with his single "You're Christmas to Me", which peaked at number 2 on the UK Christmas charts. Looking ahead, Sam has confirmed new material set to release in early 2025, continuing his rise as one of the UK's most beloved contemporary artists