Laura Klonowski

Last night (Saturday, September 14th)the party continued in Blackpool as the inaugural The British Country Music Festival rolled into its second night. Headlining the Saturday slot on the main stage was British record breakers Ward Thomas but before the twins arrived on stage the crowed were entertained by an array of talent including The Adelaides and Twinnie. The Adelaides are fast becoming one of the most well known bands on the ever-growing UK Country scene and yesterday they showcased the

Last night (Friday, September 13th) the inaugural The British Country Music Festival arrived in Blackpool for a celebration of the finest artists the growing UK scene has to offer. Hosted by Country Hits Radio presenter Matt Spracklen and featuring an array of glittering talent the three-day event will allow festival goers the chance to see all their favourite artists up close and personal. I was lucky enough to catch Laura Oakes and headliner Sarah Darling last night as TBCMF kicked off in st

Last night (Tuesday, July 9th) British crossover superstars The Shires brought their barnstorming country-pop sounds to the city of Bristol for a special intimate showcase at the stunning St Georges Concert Hall in the heart of the city centre for the 2019 RiverTown Festival. The stripped back acoustic show kicked off with Ben Earle and Crissie Rhodes arriving on stage with just the guitar for accompaniment as they performed a parred back version of fan favourite ‘My Universe’ before launching

American country music sensation Sarah Darling has returned with her new album Wonderland, and it is a collection of truly divine tracks that take you on a beautiful, musical journey. Throughout, Sarah Darling effortlessly weaves together beautiful country tunes with dream-like productions and pop crossover sounds. Her voice is absolutely sensational and her storytelling lyrics will leave you feeling like you’ve been on a life-affirming trip. From the inspirational ballads such as ‘Timelaps

Last night (Thursday, May 2nd) US Country sweetheart Sarah Darling endeared herself to her growing British fanbase even more by flying in especially from Nashville in the morning in order to perform a five song set at the iconic, structurally beautiful O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire venue in London where Indie-Pop artist Jamie Lawson was headlining. Darling who also toured with Lawson during a selection of his European dates last month was a special guest for one night only on the UK leg of his tour

Last night (April 1st) British Country crossover duo Ward Thomas kicked off the second leg of their sell out Restless Minds tour in Birmingham. The gig was held at a packed out O2 Institute with support act The Wandering Hearts opening the evening with a stunning set filled with hits off their 2018 debut LP Wild Silence. The crowd instantly fell in love with the trio’s luscious vocal harmonies and were singing along from the first moment. Highlights from the fast rising UK Americanna trio inc

Ward Thomas are back! The record making British Country crossover duo consisting of twin sisters Catherine and Lizzy release their much anticipated third studio album ‘Restless Minds‘ next Friday (February 8th) via Sony/WTW Music. The record follows their self released 2014 debut ‘From Where We Stand’ and major label debut and 2016 record breaking number 1 LP ‘Cartwheels’. The new album focuses on themes close to the 24-year-old Hampshire native’s hearts with songs about mental health, Social M