Listen to‘AMERICA’ by sam kogon

The song’s lyrics touch on various hot-button issues, from voting rights and social justice to healthcare and reparations, all wrapped in Kogon’s signature blend of catchy melodies and thought-provoking wordplay.
— NYS Music
Through pointed lyrics, Kogon dives into topics like voting rights, social justice, and healthcare—a mix of themes that sit heavy, yet he wraps them in his knack for catchy, insightful songwriting.
— Psychedelic Baby Magazine
Sam Kogon arrives with a timely song, which reminds us what all the upcoming excitement is all about – sure, you get freedom, but that comes with responsibilities and consequences
— Americana UK
Kogon combines power pop with agit-prop on this haunting single.
— Adobe & Teardrops

“Kogon’s melody and vocals recall the glam-flavored rock of Bryan Ferry and LOU REED in the best possible way” -Queerty

"recalls late-'70s powerpop acts like Nick Lowe and Marshall Crenshaw"
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Brooklyn Vegan

“Does this sweet video augur a future where queer love comfortably mingles with sentimental American tropes like pawnshop guitars and a father’s fulfillment of long-delayed dreams? We sure hope so” -Country Queer

"A catchy tune with country sensibility [...] Sam Kogon’s vocals take the lead on this dreamy, stomp-worthy country rocker, which serves as the perfect preview for the forthcoming EP."
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Indie88


"Channeling the energy of The Beatles and The Beach Boys, the psychedelic pop act speaks about matters of the heart and navigating through society as a queer creative."
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Playground UK

"Psyche-tinged power pop"
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Scene Point Blank