Corn fish is the musical brainchild of Sam McKinnies, a singer-songwriter with a diverse range of styles and genres. From rock to blues, from jazz to bluegrass, from country to folk, corn fish offers a unique blend of sounds and influences that showcase Sam’s versatility and creativity. Sam McKinnies is no stranger to the music industry. He has been involved in it for over 20 years, working as a recording engineer, stage manager, stage hand, a vocal coach, a session musician, and a live performer. He has a degree in recording engineering from SIUC and is a member of the IATSE union. He has also won minor awards for his vocal performance and has collaborated with many artists in different projects. After years of supporting others, Sam is finally coming to the stage with his own project: corn fish. Corn fish is Sam’s way of expressing his personal vision and passion for music. He writes, composes, and arranges, all the songs in corn fish, playing guitar and singing with his distinctive voice. Corn fish is more than just a band. It is a musical journey that invites listeners to explore different moods, emotions, stories, and genres. Corn fish is Sam McKinnies’ tribute to those he loves, and is inspired by. You and the music community. Even the name of his group is inspired by friends and the musical community he serves. A gift given to him by the community he loves and supports.