Treaty Oak Revival‘s frontman, Sam Canty, is opening up about his sobriety.
Last year, Sam Canty told fans on stage that he embraced a sober lifestyle. While Canty was never super public about being sober because it frankly does not affect his electric stage presence, he shared with fans back in February that he was celebrating more than a whole year of sobriety.
“I guess…I’ve never really announced it on stage before. But people have been asking….as of today, probably, I am one year and fourth months sober off of alcohol. I don’t have one of these every single time, a non-alcoholic beer, but I have it and can have a beer with you fine people.”
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Since sharing that last year, Canty has kept the music and live performances the focal point of Treaty Oak Revival’s story. However, at the end of 2024, he appeared on the Country Vs. Metal Podcast and opened up more about his decision to go sober. Sam’s reasoning behind his choice is simple and straightforward: It was best for the band.
Canty’s statement highlights his maturity and how seriously he takes his career.
“These guys count on me to be at every single show and to perform the best that I can. If I’m going up there like a sloppy drunk, forgetting lyrics and making an ass of myself, we’re never going to get anywhere. And, who knows how long that will last.
So, I just, you know…you just got to make a decision. You got to make the right decision that helps everybody else, not just yourself you know. Especially since we’re a band, we aren’t just one person.”
Canty later laughs at how many of Treaty Oak Revival’s fans will often leave comments on their videos of him slinging beer or getting hyped up on stage that he looks drunk, but that’s never been the case.
“Dude, there are people who comment on our videos all the time that they took of me or whatever, and they’ll be like, ‘Man, he looks, he must’ve been drinking heavily this time.’ or ‘Man, he’s all f**ked up.’ Like, dude, I promise you I’m not.”
If there is one thing that Sam Canty is proving, it’s that sober does not equal boring. You can tell he’s passionate about giving his fans an amazing live show, bringing their Southern rock and roll-inspired music to life on stage.
Gotta respect Sam Canty… he is a frontman and a leader.
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Treaty Oak Revival 2025 Tour Dates:
Jan 16 Thu
Cain’s Ballroom @ 8:00 PM
Tulsa, OK, United States
Jan 17 Fri
Cain’s Ballroom @ 8:00 PM
Tulsa, OK, United States
Jan 18 Sat
Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Mosque @ 7:00 PM
Springfield, MO, United States
Jan 24 Fri
Mission Ballroom @ 8:00 PM
Huser Brother Band
Denver, CO, United States
Jan 25 Sat
Deadwood Mountain Grand @ 8:00 PM
Deadwood, SD, United States
Jan 30 Thu
Cable Dahmer Arena @ 8:00 PM
Independence, MO, United States
Jan 31 Fri
The Armory @ 8:00 PM
Minneapolis, MN, United States
Feb 1 Sat
Bulls Bands and Barrels 2025 @ 6:30 PM
Cedar Rapids, IA, United States
Feb 5 Wed
The Birds Nest @ 4:00 PM
Scottsdale, AZ, United States
Feb 28 Fri
Buffalo County Fairgrounds @ 7:30 PM
Kearney, NE, United States
Mar 1 Sat
United Wireless Arena & Boot Hill Casino & Resort Conference Center @ 7:00 PM
Dodge City, KS, United States
Mar 14 Fri
John T. Floore Country Store @ 7:00 PM
Helotes, TX, United States
Mar 15 Sat
John T. Floore Country Store @ 7:30 PM
Helotes, TX, United States
Mar 28 Fri
The Grand Theater – Choctaw Casino & Resort @ 8:00 PM
Durant, OK, United States
Apr 5 Sat
Rock The Country 2025 @ 7:00 PM
Livingston, LA, United States
Apr 6 Sun
Two Step Inn 2025 @ 12:00 PM
Georgetown, TX, United States
Apr 11 Fri
Walmart Amp @ 7:00 PM
Rogers, AR, United States
Apr 24 Thu
The Fonda Theatre @ 9:00 PM
Los Angeles, CA, United States
Apr 27 Sun
Stagecoach 2025 @ 7:00 PM
Indio, CA, United States
May 2 Fri
Cook’s Garage @ 8:00 PM
Lubbock, TX, United States
May 9 Fri
Simmons Bank Arena @ 7:00 PM
North Little Rock, AR, United States
May 16 Fri
Sand In My Boots 2025 @ 7:00 PM
Gulf Shores, AL, United States
May 17 Sat
Brandon Amphitheater @ 7:30 PM
Brandon, MS, United States
Jun 13 Fri
Tailgate N’ Tallboys Illinois 2025 @ 7:00 PM
Bloomington, IL, United States
Jun 19 Thu
Rock the South Festival 2025 @ 7:00 PM
Cullman, AL, United States
Jun 20 Fri
Wild Trails Festival 2025 @ 2:00 PM
Lewisburg, WV, United States
Jun 21 Sat
Buckeye Country Superfest 2025 @ 3:00 PM
Columbus, OH, United States
Jun 26 Thu
The Salt Shed @ 6:30 PM
Chicago, IL, United States
Jun 27 Fri
Water Works Park @ 7:00 PM
Des Moines, IA, United States
Jul 24 Thu
The Bridge at Three Forks @ 7:00 PM
Cardwell, MT, United States
Aug 7 Thu
WE Fest 2025 @ 7:00 PM
Detroit Lakes, MN, United States