Mia Ramo is a new face to the UK Country scene. And she has opted for a classic trope as part of her debut offering. ‘Mud on Your Boots’ is a typical cheating song. The lies unfolding to leave sadness, heartbreak, hurt and exasperation in their wake. Ramo weaves a simple story of how signsContinue reading “Mia Ramo – Mud on Your Boots”
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Nia Nicholls – If You Were a Song
Nia Nicholls is no stranger to the heartfelt ballad. Her latest single ‘If I Were a Song’ is up there with her best. A love-song in the particular sense, it also speaks more universally to anyone low on confidence and self-esteem; to those who have been shaped by the opinions of others or focus tooContinue reading “Nia Nicholls – If You Were a Song”
Ezmay Grace – Meandering River
There is much to like about ‘Meandering River’, the new single from Ezmay Grace. Above all is its gentle charm. Telling the story of one longing to meet with their love again through a reflective composition. Guitar, cello and violin blending beautifully to capture both the hopeful heart of the protagonist and the apt metaphorContinue reading “Ezmay Grace – Meandering River”
See Emily Play – Still Playing
See Emily Play has produced one of the most authentic and original EPs that I’ve heard in a while. Combining alt-country with punk-rock and contrasting with balladeering-pop, ‘Still Playing’ is a highly entertaining amalgamation of sounds and experiences tied together with threads of self-acceptance. Whether in the “rapid and rocky sounds of contemporary bluegrass” toContinue reading “See Emily Play – Still Playing”
Vic Allen – Ended in a Song
Vic Allen’s first single of 2025 is a kindred spirit of all that has come before. With ‘Ended in a Song’ featuring a highly infectious Country-Pop sound alongside adept lyrics straight out of the Nashville playbook. This time, she leans into a percussion-heavy production, weaving in classic tropes that tell the story of a breakupContinue reading “Vic Allen – Ended in a Song”
Robyn Red – From Caledonia, With Love
The debut EP from Robyn Red underlines her promise as one of the UK’s rising stars in Country Music. ‘From Caledonia, With Love’ may sound stereotypically Scottish but it’s infused with a thoroughly modern sound. This is Country-Rock with a dash of trad-Folk. Complete with powerhouse vocal and emotional storytelling to boot. After a solidContinue reading “Robyn Red – From Caledonia, With Love”
Katy Hurt – Gimme a Break
For stalwart fans, Katy Hurt’s debut album has been a long time coming. And she knows it. Its title ‘Gimme a Break’ is a cheeky nod to its journey. Yet, brewed like a fine breakfast tea or percolated coffee, the time taken to release it has ensured a strong, rich flavour. Tasting as good asContinue reading “Katy Hurt – Gimme a Break”
April Moon – Forgiveness Juice
‘Forgiveness Juice’, the new EP from April Moon, confirms them as champions of the alt-country scene in the UK. What has come to be termed Americana is splashed right across their music. Rockier elements filtering through from time to time. They evoke the old school classics whilst putting a contemporary spin on things. It is,Continue reading “April Moon – Forgiveness Juice”
Rosey Cale – Blue Skies and Tan Lines
The return of Rosey Cale with new music could not be more well-timed. For ‘Blue Skies and Tan Lines’ is a luscious soundtrack to what is turning out to be an early summer. Its laid-back vibes are very different to the usual pumping club anthems of the season. Yet the simplicity of its riffs andContinue reading “Rosey Cale – Blue Skies and Tan Lines”
Rebecca Richards – Woman That I Am
Rebecca Richards blossoms with a quiet confidence on ‘Woman That I Am’. The Welsh singer-songwriter delivering a unique take on this latest single by adopting the persona of her future self. Beginning with a reggae-like beat that exudes self-assurance, she speaks to her present with such encouragement that listeners cannot fail to be lifted byContinue reading “Rebecca Richards – Woman That I Am”
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