The latest single from Olivia Lynn has marked her as one-to-watch on the UK Country scene. ‘Ain’t It a Shame’ is an empowering song full of attitude and superb put-downs as Olivia tears down the men who seek to control female opinion and fashion. In this interview, she speaks with passion and enthusiasm about herContinue reading “Introducing Olivia Lynn”
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Interview with Motel Sundown
For our fourth and final interview in a short series with artists appearing at this British Country Music Festival in Blackpool, we caught up with Liverpool-based band Motel Sundown. They tell us about the recent release of their debut album, what it’s been like to perform live again, and some of the female country artistsContinue reading “Interview with Motel Sundown”
Introducing Brooke Law
In our third of a short series of interviews with artists appearing at this year’s British Country Music Festival in Blackpool, we chatted to multi-genre artist Brooke Law. She tells us a bit about her musical influences, what country music means to her, and how it’s felt performing at festivals for the first time everContinue reading “Introducing Brooke Law”
Introducing Hollie Rogers
For this second of a short series of interviews with artists appearing at this year’s British Country Music Festival in Blackpool, Hollie Rogers took some time out of her busy schedule to tell us about co-writing with a musical legend, crowdfunding for her upcoming album, and what it’s been like to play live again afterContinue reading “Introducing Hollie Rogers”
Introducing Our Atlantic Roots
In the first of a short series of interviews with artists appearing at this year’s British Country Music Festival in Blackpool, we* spoke to Laura Johnston, one half of Cornwall-based duo Our Atlantic Roots. She tells us about how they formed, their new single ‘Golden Hour’, what to expect from their next EP, and whoContinue reading “Introducing Our Atlantic Roots”
Absolute Radio Country’s 1st Anniversary
Absolute Radio Country has been celebrating its first birthday this month, with presenters coming together to share some of their favourite songs and highlights in a special show to mark the occasion. Since its evolution from Country Hits Radio to become part of the Absolute family twelve months ago, the station seems to have goneContinue reading “Absolute Radio Country’s 1st Anniversary”
An Interview with Eleri Angharad
In this latest interview, I chat to Welsh singer-songwriter Eleri Angharad. It takes place in the form of a podcast, the third in a trial series in conversation with Welsh creatives. Eleri talks about her new EP, Nightclub Floor, as well as Swansea’s music scene, songwriting, her creative journey as a musician, and Welsh identity.Continue reading “An Interview with Eleri Angharad”
An Interview with Katherine Priddy
Katherine Priddy is a folk artist with a penchant for lyrics and storytelling, whose debut album, ‘The Eternal Rocks Beneath’, is due for release on June 25th. In this interview, she tells us what we can expect from the record, as well as a little bit more about herself, her musical journey, and the oneContinue reading “An Interview with Katherine Priddy”
An Interview with Country singer-songwriter Rae Sam
In this latest interview*, I chat to Welsh Country singer-songwriter Rae Sam. The chat takes place in the form of a podcast, the first in a trial series, in conversation with Welsh creatives*. Rae talks about her debut album, The Great Escape, as well as songwriting, mental health, Welsh identity, and faith. Click here toContinue reading “An Interview with Country singer-songwriter Rae Sam”
Introducing Rae Sam
Ahead of the release of her debut album on March 5th, we* asked Welsh country-pop artist Rae Sam to tell us a little about herself and her music, and what we can expect from her forthcoming record. Hi Rae! Would you like to introduce yourself to our readers by telling us a bit about yourselfContinue reading “Introducing Rae Sam”