I'll never forget mates at home

SAM FENDER PALS VOW

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HE'S on course for the biggest-selling album of the year but Sam Fender feels guilty about his success.

The Geordie, back with third LP People Watching, is set to rock the BRIT Awards on Saturday night.

But he will never want to leave behind the people in your hometown."

Much of Sam's appeal stems from his astute lyrical observations: "Telling their stories is one way that I can keep home in my heart."