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Tomorrow (Friday 29th May) will see British singer-songwriter,  Reya Jayne release her second single, How Good Are You. How Good Are You starts with an upbeat guitar instrumental which is something that made me smile right from the start of this song. I got such a feeling from the song right from the start that as soon as Reya Jayne's vocals came in, I had goosebumps. The first verse sees Reya Jayne's soft vocals compliment the song-writing extremely well that I caught myself relating to some of the lyrics. There is something so special and unique about the way, Reya Jayne has written this song that leads you to feel many different emotions. The chorus is the part of that song that sees the lyrics just rolling off Reya Jayne's lips and you can hear the personal experience Reya Jayne has been through within the lyrics which is something I absolutely love and can't quite believe has been done so beautifully well. The last line of the chorus was something...

This Friday (29th May) will see British singer-songwriter,  Emily Faye release her brand new and second single of 2020, Fearless. Fearless was co-written with Sue McMillan who also produced the single too. Fearless was mixed and Mastered by Adrian Hall. You can read my interview with Emily about Fearless  here . What Emily says about Fearless : 'For a long while, I was too afraid to tap into my vulnerability with my writing. I find it easier to write about other people’s stories and experiences. However, Fearless came from a place of vulnerability and courage, and the fact that they both come hand in hand. It’s raw and my absolute truth, and it basically shows my journey from trying to be perfect, to learning to accept that it’s ok not to be. I really hope you enjoy it and it speaks to you in one way or another.' Fearless starts with an beautifully slow instrumental with many different instruments. The first verse sees Emily's soft...

This Friday (29th May) will see US singer-songwriter, Kip Moore release his latest album, Wild World. Wild World features 13 songs. Janie Blu starts with a guitar instrumental which supports the song throughout. The first verse sees Kip's rocky but upbeat vocals right from the off which I absolutely loved as it is so Kip whilst also allowing his wonderfully song-writing to come through. The lyrics are so catchy and ones that you can tell us been written based on a hard time especially as the chorus comes in. The chorus is my favourite part of the song as it allows listeners to get a real feel for who Kip is as an artist and for me its discovering another side to Kip which I am loving. The second verse continues the song wonderfully with guitar break down ahead of the lyrics starting up again which lead to some lyrics that get you thinking leading very nicely into the chorus. The final verse sees Kip's rocky and heartfelt vocal shine which I have to admit makes me f...

Rising country trio,  Temecula Road  have signed a co-publishing deal with JRM Publishing and Disney Music Publishing. Signed to Buena Vista Records, the newly-minted Nashville residents have been named a CMT Discovery Artist and have been called out by Huffington Post, CMT, Sounds Like Nashville, and Taste of Country as one of the top new country artists to watch. Photo Taken By Me “The talent and work ethic of Temecula Road is undeniable. We are so excited to get to work with Temecula Road and Disney Music Publishing,” says JRM Publishing’s Jimmy and Sarah Robbins. "We met Jimmy and Sarah on our first trip to Nashville five years ago and have since then become good friends,” says Dawson. “Now that we’ve made the move here full-time, it felt natural to continue our relationship with them as they’ve watched us grow from the very beginning,” says Emma. “We’re so excited to be working and writing with the team at JRM,” adds Maddie. Named after t...

This Friday (22nd May) will see British Country Music singer-songwriter,  Kelsey Bovey release her latest single, Magnetic. Magnetic starts with an upbeat guitar instrumental giving you a real country feel right from the off with a little instrumental to get the song started in a wonderful style. The first verse of Magnetic sees Kelsey's soft along with a little vulnerable side too within her vocal range which allows the beautiful songwriting to shine through. You can really feel every single word Kelsey is singing throughout this verse especially into the chorus. The chorus sees Kelsey's vocal range develop a little further in a way that is nothing but beautiful as the chorus binds all of the verses together so beautifully that I couldn't help but get a little emotional over as at one time we can relate to this song one way or another in which Kelsey describes within her beautiful lyrics which are just wonderful. The second verse continues Magne...

As you all know since the 15th April, I have been allowing artists from both the UK and U.S perform through my Country Music Instagram and I am pleased to reveal our FULL LINE UP!! We started the festival with UK artist, Laura Beckwith on 15th April, and what a start that was! 18th April we had Henriette who was from Germany, 23rd April, UK artist Kelsey Bovey took over which was one I heard amazing feedback on. 1st May was the first of our U.S Artists in Lauren Davidson . 5th May was U.S Artist, Taylor Goyette . 7th May was U.S Artist, Willie Lock . 8th May featured U.K band, Boxes . 9th May was U.S. Artist, Dani Jack . 11th May was UK artist, Finola . 13th May was one of my favourite discoveries of 2020, Sarah Watson having seen her perform back in January in a showcase. 15th May was Northern Souvenirs on the release day of their debut single and what a show that put on! 16th May (Today) is U.S Artist, Sydney Shae . Coming up in May 18th May...

This Friday (15th May) will see US RIAA Diamond and Multi-Platinum selling songwriter & artist Chase Rice as he is set to release the follow up to January’s surprise release The Album Part I. The Album Part II is made up of 4 brand new songs. The Album Part II was produced by Chris DeStefano. You starts with a beautiful soft piano instrumental which happens to open the song wonderfully. The first verse sees Chase's crisp vocals take led on the song which I loved and opened the song up with one wonderful lyrics which leads the song fantastically into the chrous. The chorus of You is the part of the song that you get a real feel for the meaning within the song about the one person in your life who you can't live without and puts you back together when you are breaking or feel like you are - this message is what I love about this song. The second verse continues You beautifully and you continue to break a picture with the lyrics which are being sung - th...

Today (Friday 8th May) will see US singer-songwriter,  Danielle Bradbery  release her brand new single, Never Have I Ever. Photo taken by me at C2C 2018 Never Have I Ever starts with a piano instrumental which I have to say is something I love about Danielle's music. The first verse sees Danielle's start the song off with her softer vocal asking about the question of love, and whether she has actually ever been in love it's a story of growth as a person and being in love which has such a beautiful message within the song. The chorus is my favourite part of Never Have I Ever as it sees Danielle wearing her heart on her sleeve when she sings these lyrics, where you can't help but sing along whilst listening to the lyrics and relating them back to our own lives. The second verse continues Never Have I Ever wonderfully as the drum instrumental comes in adding another layer to the song. This verse is about the moment when you are chasing after that one special person...

This Friday (8th May) will see UK based singer-songwriter from Birmingham, Charlotte Young release her debut EP, Blown Away. Blown Away is made up of 4 tracks. Whiplash starts with a guitar instrumental which gives you a wonderful feel for the way that the song is going to go and within the first line, I loved the tone of the song. The first verse allows Charlotte to show everyone her amazing soft vocal that allows the songwriting to come through. The message within Whiplash is one that I didn't expect by one that I loved hearing. There is something so magical about Charlotte's vocal range throughout the whole song especially the first verse into it's chorus. The chorus allows Charlotte's soulful vocal range to shine through with the catchiness of the lyrics. Charlotte's little higher vocal range was wonderful ahead of it's lyrics being a little more upbeat. The second verse of Whiplash continues the storytelling within the song wonderfully and I am in aw...

Next Friday (15th May) will see British singer-songwriter,  Danny McMahon who is set to release his brand new single, My Kinda City. My Kinda City was co-written with US songwriter, Tyler Bank. My Kinda City starts with an quirky and upbeat guitar instrumental alongside a few other instruments which I love right from the off and I am pleased it stays throughout. The first verse sees Danny's crisp vocal have its moment to shine which loads the lyrics to shine in it's most beautiful way as the lyrics are ones that are catchy and very relatable about that one city we all love but wasn't expecting it and all the memories we have from that very special place. I love the picture you get in your mind whilst listening to the lyrics. The chorus continues My Kinda City with catchiness of the track beautifully getting you reconnected with that one beautiful place you had the pleasure of visiting and the company you had during this track making this song, one that is...

Today (1st May) sees up and coming US singer-songwriter, Lauren Hall release her latest single, Backwards and I caught up with Lauren to talk about the single. You can read my review here . Good Afternoon, Lauren. Thank you so much for agreeing to this interview once again with me, but this time about your debut single, Backwards which is out now. How are you during this crazy time? Thank you so much Kellie for wanting to support the release! I appreciate it so much. Love chatting with you! I’m doing alright, it’s just been really hard not playing live shows or being able to see people in person. I’m excited to be able to connect with everyone this way though and finally get the new music out to everyone! I hope you are doing well & staying safe over there in the UK! It's my absolute pleasure, Lauren. Thank you for trusting us, I love talking to you! I am good thank you, but I am finding not going to gigs the hardest, so I can't imagine what it is lik...

Today (Friday 1st May) will see British singer-songwriter,  Jade Helliwell  release her latest single, The Moment and I caught up with Jade to talk about the single. You can read my review of The Moment  here . Good Morning, Jade.  Thank you so much for agreeing to this interview once again with me, but this time about your latest single, The Moment  which is out later this week. How are you during this crazy time? Hey! I’m doing well thanks, managing to stay sane by running a weekly live stream on Facebook every Thursday at 7pm, doing lots of Skype writing and collaborative projects. I love how you are using this time as one of motivation with your livestreams which I have to admit, I am loving watching. How are you feeling about releasing The Moment today? I am super excited to release The Moment. I love how the tracks turned out. It’s unknown territory releasing music when we can’t go out the house to promote but it’s somet...

Today (Friday 1st May) will see British singer-songwriter,  Jade Helliwell release her brand new single, The Moment. You can read my interview with Jade here . The Moment starts with a soft piano instrumental which I have to admit gives a lot of feels to the song which I happen to think a lot of Jade's fans will like. The first verse showcases Jade's softer and meaningful vocal range thanks to it's wonderfully incredible lyrics which goes to show what an incredible songwriter, Jade is. The lyrics are very poignant and delivered in a way that I don't ever think, I have heard Jade (and I mean that has a compliment). The chorus is the part of the song that gave me goosebumps as I was listening to the meaningful lyrics especially in the few, I could relate too. I like how also within the chorus, the listeners are allowed their own interruptions on the lyrics as it allows you that time to reflect. Jade's soulful vocal on this part was very cleverly done at ...

This Friday (1st May) will see US singer-songwriter,  Lauren Hall  release her debut single, Backwards. Backwards  starts with an guitar and drum instrumental which I have to admit, I am loving and it suits the song all the way through and in a way, if I am being honest I didn't think would. The first verse showcases who Lauren is as an artist with her soft vocals which compliment the lyrics in a way, I didn't think would, so I was moved right from the start. The lyrics are given there chance to shine through too, with the song in which they have been written and clearly been thought about very careful. The chorus of Backwards is the part of the song that I caught myself really getting to know who Lauren is as an artist and it's one a lot of people will love and being taken in by I'd like to hope in the most beautiful way. The lyrics showcase a real vulnerable side of Lauren, which I think is absolutely fantastic. Lauren's songwriting skills a...

Back on 13th March, 2020, Becoming Branches released their debut EP, Becoming Branches. Becoming Branches are a Country-Folk-Pop trio from the New Forest made up of Jaz, Rob and Hannah which was formed in 2018. Becoming Branches features 5 songs. Take You Home starts with a beautiful guitar instrumental which is something I love hearing on an opening track. The first verse sees a female lead vocal with a crisp tone which allows us listeners to get a real feel for the track and what it's about within the first few lyrics. I love the demonstration of vocal ranges allowing the lyrics to shine through. The chorus sees the trio's wonderful harmonies come in to play as well as hearing a male vocal which works amazingly on this song. The second verse continues with a female lead which works perfectly for the lyrics and the song makes me wanna sing along despite not knowing the lyrics. The final verse of Take You Home sees the song bought to it's most natural and beautiful e...

I am very excited to be able to bring you my interview with US Country Music artist, Caroline Jones as I spoke to her about her latest EP, All The Boys and her 2020 plans. Photo Credit: Tyler Lord Good Afternoon, Caroline. I can't quite believe I am finally interviewing you as a fan of yours, I had the privilege of seeing you last year at C2C. How are you doing during this time of quarantining? I’m doing very well thanks. The silver lining of this challenging situation is that I have an abundance of time and space to be creative. I am very glad to hear that you are well, Caroline. Congrats on the EP release of All The Boys. I have to ask where did the title come from? The title came from the hook “I make friends with all of the boys, but I make love to you”. I was inspired by the play on words using “make” - “make friends” vs. “make love”, phrases which share the same first word but are on opposite ends of the spectrum as far as meaning. ...

Last Friday (24th April), I caught up with Swansea based artist singer-songwriter, Eleri Angharad to talk about her brand new album and single whilst always talking about her musical journey. Earlier this month, Eleri released her album, Earthbound followed by her latest single, Blank Walls. Good Afternoon, Eleri. Thank you so much for agreeing to do this interview with me. ​ Firstly, I would like you to introduce yourselves to our readers?​ Hi, I’m Eleri Angharad, a Country/Pop singer-songwriter from South Wales. How old were you were you decided to start writing your own songs? And when did you write and perform your first song?​ I picked up my first guitar at 13 which is when I started writing songs. I think my first song was something really cheesy with about two chords but I wrote a lot of songs growing up and even had a little country duo with my best friend, Claire. We wrote a song called Cider & Chocolates and first performed at a mini festival...

Today (Friday 24th April) will see US sibling duo, Southern Halo  made up of Natalia and Tinka release their first single as a duo, Don’t Let Another Day Go By. Photo Credit: Danielle Del Valle Don't Let Another Day Go By starts with a wonderfully rocky electric guitar instrumental which is very Southern Halo styled which I absolutely adore. The introduction to Don't Let Another Day Go By sees Nata and Tinka vocals harmonise in an incredible beautiful unique way before a little drum instrumental ahead of the first verse. The first verse sees Nata take lead on the vocals which allows her the moment to shine with the lyrics being able to shine through beautifully. There is something about the songwriting in the song for me that is incredibly moving. When Tinka joins Nata, I caught myself getting a real feel for the song as there is nothing like sisters uniting. The chorus sees Nata and Tinka work incredibly well together with the vocal tones merging...

This week's interview is from British Country Music singer-songwriter, Kelsey Bovey . Kelsey also recently released her debut single, Define Me. KELSEY IS TAKING OVER OUR INSTAGRAM TOMORROW @ 6PM. Good Evening, Kelsey. Thank you so much for agreeing to do this interview with me.  I hope you are well. ​ Firstly, I would like you to introduce yourselves to our readers?​ Hey everyone, My name is Kelsey Bovey and I am a Country/Pop Artist based in Bristol. I like to use my platform and my songwriting to influence the lives of young people through my own personal experiences. I hope to help others going through similar things I did as these are common issues these days. How old were you were you decided to start writing your own songs? I think I was about 10 years old. I learned to play piano at the age of 8 in hope that I could create music that would give others the same connection it gave me. At that age I didn’t know the unspoken rules of songwriting and the...