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Today (Friday 26th April) will see Canadian singer-songwriter,  Tenille Arts release her latest single, Call You Names. Call You Names starts with a beautiful guitar instrumental which starts the song off in the most beautiful way. The first verse features some extermely honest lyrics to which a lot of them I felt myself being able to relate too because us girls have definitely all been through this with our mums/ mother figures. The chorus is another super honest part of the song to which I felt myself looking back on my childhood growing up and thinking about the things I did in those moments when you don't know what to do or how to felt. The second verse is just like the first in the way of the honest and it's about the stage where you left house and are unsure about what adulthood would/ will take you. The wanting to of apologising is something a lot of people learning will be able to relate too. The lyrics within Call You Names are incredibl...

Today (Friday 26th April), US singer-songwriter duo,  Maddie and Tae release their new EP One Heart To Another which is made up of 5 songs and 4 of which have been written by the girls, Maddie Marlow and Taylor Dye. Maddie and Tae latest EP is definitely one of love, loss and redemption which you can definitely hear within the collection of songs they have shared. Friends Don't starts a wonderful instrumental even though it does also set the tone for an emotional song. Maddie is the first vocal you hear with rather heartfelt lyrics followed by Tae for the harmonies and in the chorus which takes the song to another level of meaning which I personally love. The second verse is where you can really hear the emotion. Friends Don't demonstrates to us listeners how much they have grown professionally over the year and I am grateful for the honesty. Friends Don't to me is one song that's in between friendship and love and whether it's worth the risk. Friends ...

This Saturday (27th April) will see British singer-songwriter,  Louise Parker release her next single, Chances Are. Photo credit meganellephotography Chances Are starts with a guitar instrumental which starts the song off in a lovely way which is quickly taken into the first verse. The first verse of Chances Are is rather upbeat and allows Louise to show off her softer vocal which I absoultely love because it shows off everything Louise can do in a such a beautiful way. The chorus of Chances Are is super catchy and very funky which is a perfect song to be playing in the summer weather we have at the moment. I felt myself being able to relate to some of the chorus and you can definitely tell that Louise has written Chances Are from her heart and it shows in the most beautiful way! The second verse of Chances Are continues the storytelling and the picture you paint in your mind in the most fabulous way and more so in the final repea...

This Friday (19th April) will see British singer-songwriter,  Mairead Furlong release her brand new single, Cocoon. Cocoon is a song which Mairead wrote for her baby girl. Cocoon starts off with a wonderful guitar instrumental which I happened to love right from the start. The first verse is so incredibly heartfelt and it's obvious that this song is written from the heart and just as a new mother prepares to meet her baby for the very first time - I'll be the first to admit that it pulled on my heart strings from the start. I like the fact that Mairead didn't leave her partner's looks out of the song. The chorus of Cocoon is simply beautiful and extremely unique with lyrics about her daughter whilst she is in her womb growing and for that reason many people will be able to instantly connect especially women and new families. The second verse continues the story telling beautifully with the 'I can't wait too..' which for me was extremely moving. T...

As Sarah prepares for her tour in Germany, Switzerland and Austria with Jamie Lawson,  Sarah Darling  releases the video for new single,  Fire . Filmed during her recent UK headline tour, it documents Sarah’s love affair with Great Britain and its people who have firmly adopted Sarah as one of their own. Photo by me from Country Music Week 2018 WATCH THE VIDEO FOR ‘FIRE’ HERE Fire the latest single from upcoming studio album, Wonderland released June 7th is an emotionally charged song written by Sarah, with Pete Hammerton and Shelly Poole. Calling the UK her “second home” , Sarah set out to embrace everything the UK had to offer  “ I hope everyone gets to experience all the magic I had while recording Wonderland. I never imagined in a million years I’d be recording an album in the countryside of Wales. I wouldn’t change it for anything!” Whilst the early foundations for the record came together in Nashville with Mark Bright, Sarah soon rel...

Following on from last night's episode which I didn't blog as I got too busy aha, I'd like to welcome you to the final blog in the series of blogs I am going to be writing during Ruby Allen's trial week. Tonight's episode is the one where the verdict is given.... I absolutely  loved seeing Ruby and Stacey's supportive friendship back where it was all those years ago and since Ruby's been back and through this case their friendship has developed. In the first scene of the episode tonight us viewers saw Ruby Allen arrive at the court and look at the trial display where she stood nervously looking at it which I have to admit got me because she's been so strong throughout her ordeal and Louisa Lytton's portrayal has just been wonderful. In the next scene still in the court, Ruby is seen having a coffee in the private room but her support worker comes in to see if she's OK to which Ruby gave such a brave answer. Moments lat...

Following on from last night's episode, I'd like to welcome you to the second blog in the series of blogs I am going to be writing during Ruby Allen's trial week. At the end of last night's episode we saw Ruby take to the stand ahead of her giving evidence in tonight's episode. In the second scene of the episode tonight, us viewers were taken back to the court room where we saw Ruby Allen was about to take the stand about being given the book to swear on, ready to give her account for what happened to her on that night in October. Ruby was clearly starting to feel the pressure. In the next scene back at the court, Ruby was in the stand where she was giving her evidence and the judge started to question her about the night in question as she give her account of what happen. Ruby was still clearly distraught as she was questioned by the judge. In the following scene moments later, Ruby was still in the stand with judges still questioning her ab...

This week, I have decided to do a series of blogs based on EastEnders' Ruby Allen trial against Matt and Ross who are friends of Martin Fowler from school following what happened to her back in October at his school reunion. I am a so grateful for Louisa Lytton agreeing to come back for this storyline and tonight saw Ruby feel very scared about what was going to happen but this week will see many different twists and turns are to come - I am sure. In the first scene, viewers saw a scared and super anxious Ruby Allen sat up on her bed in her flat on the morning of her trial against Ross looking rather down. I felt myself feeling and for Ruby and looking through this from her eyes was an amazing move from the director. Moments later in the cafe, Jay Brown was in there when Martin walked in where Jay asked after Ruby on her trial day  - I am very grateful that Jay is still showing that he cares about her despite everything. Later it wa...

Last Friday (15th March) saw US singer-songwriter,  Kaylee Rose release her latest single, Stuff which I am loving so I have decided to share my review on the single. Kaylee is definitely one of my new artists to watch in 2019! Stuff  starts with a very soft and slow instrumental which quickly takes you into the first verse which sets the song off wonderfully. The first verse had me feeling rather emotional because of how easy the song is to relate with being based on personal experience and this shows instantly. The chorus is very catchy and written from the heart which is demonstrated within the different vocal range that Kaylee uses throughout. The second verse continues fantastically and it's based on the stage of throwing things away but you know it's hard too however you know it has to be done hence the chorus saying 'it ain't just stuff'. The bridge which then goes into a slower and more emotional chorus hard me with a little tear in my eye! I adore tha...

Today (Friday 22nd March) will see US singer-songwriter, Abby Anderson who I absolutely feel in love with over C2C release her new single, Good Lord and I have chosen to review the single. Good Lord starts a super funky and very quirky upbeat instrumental which made me smile right from the start. The first verse of Good Lord sets the song off wonderful with it's wonderful lyrics which you can tell Abby has written from the heart which sets the tone for the song with the verse then going into the chorus makes me wanna get up and dance which I did and Good Lord is just perfect! Good Lord features some incredible lyrics that are super catchy and make you wanna sing along too which shows Abby's vocal ability off fabulously. The second verse of Good Lord continues the meaning of the song about the Lord and how he can make you smile when you are down and the instrumental following the verse breaks the song wonderfully. The final chorus of Good Lord is just pe...

This Friday (22nd March) will see singer-songwriter, Katy Hurt release her brand new EP, Unfinished Business and Katy very kindly asked us to review the EP for her and below I share my thoughts with you all. Drink has a very country feel right from off which I 100% loved. The first verse has a very Dolly Patron kind of feel for me which I adore. The lyrics of Drink are very fun and upbeat but especially the chorus which is a little upbeat compared to the rest of the song which I absoultely love. The second verse adds to the story telling amazingly with the help of the beautiful song-writing. Drink is the perfect song to start this album off with. Drink allows Katy to show off her stunning vocal range. Natchez is a song that starts off with a guitar instrumental to which Katy's vocals quickly joins in with. Katy showcases her softer vocal range which is wonderfully to hear allowing her stunning song-writing to shine through. The chorus is my favourite part of Natchez be...

In the final blog of the C2C set reviews, it is on a trio who go by the name of  Fairground Saints which is made up of friends - Elijah Edwards, Meg McAllister, and Mason Van Valin who are a California-bred band. Fairground Saints are signed to Sony Music Nashville. Photo by Me One thing I loved about Fairground Saints is their instrumental skills and you know what they were absoultely incredible throughout which made their set even more special for me because it allowed their passion to shine through with their vocals. Fairground Saints decided to open their set which was made up of 6 songs with their first single, Somewhere Down The Line which allowed each member to show of their incredible vocals and one that put in the packed out room in a great mood even had some of the audience singing, but it soon turned funny for the audience when we noticed that Mason's guitar string appeared right in front of Meg's face half way through the song...

Writing this review on Raelynn's set is something I didn't think I'd be doing having waited for the past 6/7 years for her come to the UK to perform. Raelynn is a 24 year old singer-songwriter from Baytown, Texas who is best known for being in the quarterfinals of The Voice Season 2 in the US in 2012. Photo by Me Raelynn chose to open her packed out set on the Town Square with her debut single God Made Girls which for me was the perfect song to start her 30 minute set with and God Made Girls had the audience singing along right from the start and by the look on Raelynn's face she was amazed that we knew all of the lyrics too. Raelynn then chose to perform a new song for us called Country Girl Gets It Done  (or at least that's what I think it was called in fact it's called KEEP UP ) which was quiet a sassy, funky song that the audience loved and were swaying too. Raelynn's next song was another new one which I sadly didn't catc...

Twinnie had the very tough job ahead of her having the 10.30am set on the Radio 2 Stage in The Indigo which I thought was going to be difficult but with Twinnie being the amazing person she is, she managed to have all of the audience in the palm of her hand which was amazing. Twinnie performed 8 songs. Photo taken by me taken during her set on the Saturday in Town Square Twinnie chose to open her set with her latest single, Hollywood Gypsy which was full of journey and Twinnie showcased her guitar skills wonderfully. The next song that Twinnie performed was a very personal called Daddy Issues  song to her which the audience learnt a lot about Twinnie from in and the audience absoultely loved and the guitar instrumental from Twinnie made the song perfectly. The next song was called  Bad B**** which showed off her incredible vocal range which I perfectly loved the most and I like the fact that Twinnie made the courage to write a song like this....

Lainey Wilson was the second artist of Sunday Morning that I managed to catch and what a set it was. Having seen Lainey before Lainey smashed her set once again which was made up of 8 songs which were all fantastic and full of energy. Photo taken by me Lainey chose to open her set at just gone 11am with one of her quirkier and upbeat songs called Working Overtime which the audience loved and many people were loving and saying how amazing along with how much energy she had which I loved. Lainey then chose to sing Waste of Good Whiskey which allowed Lainey to have fun on stage with and one I felt myself singing along with from start to finish. Lainey's next song was a new one called Pour Pour which showed of Lainey's sassy side and one the audience loved. Lainey next sang my favourite song Middle Finger which in fact is a tribute to her best friend and everytime I hear this song live the more and more I love it. Lainey's next song was I'm The One With The Microp...

Kaylee Bell is a New Zealand born singer-songwriter who performed at C2C for the first time during her first visit to the UK which was just amazing and she was the first artist I saw on the Saturday and what a perfect start it was. Kaylee sang 6 songs which blew me away and there is something so special about her. Photo taken by me Kaylee opened her set it with Getting Closer which is a song that Kaylee released back in 2016 which started Kaylee's set off wonderfully and one I was very glad she sang as it's one of those songs that I love! Kaylee's next song was a song about female empowerment and certainly was as Next Somebody is definitely one song is which most of her girls can relate too for sure and it's so catchy the audience were loving it. The next song was a new song that sadly I never caught the name off but I loved it especially with it's super catchy and funky lyrics. Who I Am which was a brand new song for me and one that we the aud...

Tomorrow (Friday 1st February) will see US singer-songwriter,  Cassadee Pope release her new album after 6 years, however, Cassadee has released music between the albums and all have led her to where she is today! Cassadee's Stages album is made up of 11 songs. Take You Home  starts with an upbeat guitar instrumental which gives this song a funky feel which I just love. The first verse demonstrates Cassadee's softer vocals allowing her to express herself and allow listeners to relate. The chorus is one that I couldn't help by sing along too and I love hearing the happy side of Cassadee's music. The second verse carries the song amazingly allowing Cassadee to tell a story perfectly and the chorus compliments wonderfully and goes perfectly into the third. The lyrics are stunning and showcase Cassadee's vocal ability perfectly. Take You Home was written for Cassadee by Paul Digiovanni, Ben Hayslip and Emily Weisband. One More Red Light has a wonderful guitar i...

This months interview is from US Country singer-songwriter, Christina Taylor  who describes herself as a singer-songwriter from Charlotte, NC currently based in Nashville. Photo Credit: Erik Danielson Photography ​​ Hey Christina, thank you so much for agreeing to do this interview with me.​ Firstly, I would like you to introduce yourselves to our readers?​ What's up BringCountry2UK readers! My name is Christina Taylor and I am a singer/songwriter out of Nashville, TN. ​​ ​​ Just a few questions for our readers to get to know you, how old were you were you decided to start writing your own songs? And when did you write and perform your first song?​​ I started writing my own songs when I was about 15 years old. I recorded my first song when I was 16 years old and started performing it pretty much right away! ​​ ​​ Where did you first perform any of yours songs and how old were you?​​ I started singing at open mic nights when I was 15 years old. Sometimes...

Yesterday, Maren Morris announced that she would be releasing her latest single, Girl and TODAY (17th January) she did and I love the song so I thought I would review the song for you here. Girl was written by Maren, Sarah Aarons and Greg Kurstin. Girl is one of those songs that is amazing from the moment you hear the first word. Just hearing the chords at the start I was getting emotional then Maren comes in with her meaningful vocal which I have to admit give me goosebumps. I instantly felt myself wanting to sing along with the song in between getting all emotional and I am sure many of you were too?! All the three verses are rather special and feature some extremely heartfelt and emotional lyrics that most of us girls have been through and suffered from these feelings, plus knowing Maren’s been through those feelings will help others and show them that’s it’s ok - that we are all only human! The chorus for me connected the most because you really get the meaning of the ...

This Friday (18th January) will see this amazingly talented trio, Royal South release their debut single Cry, Cry. Royal South is made up of Sara Beth, Glen Mitchell and Vickie Vaughn. 'There is something so special and unique about The Royal South.' Cry, Cry starts with a loud instrumental which showcases their amazing instrumental skills. Moments later, Sara Beth, Vickie and Glen's vocals come in with Sara Beth taking the lead which I have to admit is amazing (being a big Sara Beth fan but now a The Royal South fan aha). All three verses of Cry, Cry are very catchy which I absoultely loved plus the fact I caught myself wanting to dance along at different parts of the song (which I hope you can do too!). The chorus is my favourite part of the song because of the catchiness but always feature some fabulous harmonies from Sara Beth, Vickie and Glen which are rather special and I just adored how magical this trio is. Finally, I h...