Wed, 06/22/2016 - 5:07 pm

Loveless Effect are three best friends with a passion for creating music and a hunger for wanting to share that passion with the world. A unique country-blues-rock band from Buckeye, Arizona. Drawing from shared influences such as Led Zeppelin, Foo Fighters and Rush, but also their individual influences, has resulted in a melting pot of genres and styles that have molded together to form the bands’ signature sound.

Seth Loveless comments, 'I wrote Black Smoke Rising as a metaphor for all of the destruction, disaster, and chaos etc. going on in our world. It was chosen as the single because musically it has a very epic sound to it with the dynamics changing. By dynamics I mean it starts off quiet and builds up then quiets down again. It adds dramatic effect to the metaphorical statement the song makes. A lot of people can relate to the statement as well.

As far as the EP goes, we think it has a very eclectic feel to it and there’s a song on there for everyone. You can hear the different styles of music uniquely blended together. It’s an EP that you could put in the car, listen to and just drive. You might speed up or slow down while driving depending on which song is playing!

We hope it takes people on a good a musical journey. As a band we think we have good musical chemistry together. We are all locked in rhythmically. All of our different influences individually blend together to create our sound.'

Thu, 06/23/2016 - 8:11 am

Having steadily built their reputation on the live circuit as one of the UK country scene's most dynamic duos, prompting comparisons to Fleetwood Mac and Striking Matches, Luke & Mel's 2016 has already proved to be their most successful to date. A fan favorite at Country2Country, they spent the end of April supporting Jess & The Bandits on their UK tour, while simultaneously winning hearts across the country with their new double A-side Bad Habit / Somethin' About A Woman, which has seen them receive support from BBC Regional, Bauer Regional, Amazing and Chris Country.

Following the huge support for the single, the duo are thrilled that leading US publication Taste of Country have today exclusively premiered the music video for Bad Habit. With comparisons to both Striking Matches and Miranda Lambert, the duo are excited to have the video cast their net wider.

With Bad Habit peaking at #4 on the iTunes chart, the duo announced a London show when they paid Gaby Roslin a visit at BBC Radio London last weekend. This morning they are excited to announce that they shall be undertaking a UK Tour with Gary Quinn and special guests, which kicks off in Newcastle on September 5th and visits Glasgow, Manchester and London.

With a busy summer ahead, they are also excited to hit the festival circuit once again this year, with performances at FSA Fest, Rock Ridge Roundup, TowerFest, Buckle and Boots and Dart Music Festival, the duo are currently building towards the a deluxe edition release of their award winning debut EP to coincide with the tour.

UPCOMING SHOWS:

25 June -  Buckle & Boots Country Festival, Stockport
9 July - Little Mountain Country Festival, Wrexham
23 July -  Blackthorn Festival, Stockport    
24 July -  Summertyne Festival, Gateshead
29 July -  Rockridge Round-Up, Durham 
31 July  - FSA Fest, Nottingham   
28 August - Bantock House, Wolverhampton
4 September - Fox Inn, Dorset
5 September - Cluny 2, Newcastle (with Gary Quinn)
6 September - Broadcast, Glasgow (with Gary Quinn)
7 September - Gullivers, Manchester (with Gary Quinn)
8 September - The Islington, London (with Gary Quinn)

Wed, 02/01/2017 - 11:14 am

2016 saw the British country scene grow not just steadily but it exploded. With Country2Country, Buckles & Boots and FSA Fest all seeing their audiences swell, the chart impact of record breaking acts Ward Thomas and The Shires has really seen the country sound break into mainstream.

As 2017 gets into flow, 2Country and Nashville Access in association with Full Circle Touring are proud to present a co-headline tour from two rising artists who made their own massive impacts of the British country scene over the last year.

Championed by Bob Harries, Baylen Leonard and Chris Country, Nashville based singer/songwriter Dawson Reigns kickstarted his UK campaign last year with the rock-tinged infectious radio hit Love Way All You, which was co-penned by The Shires tour-mate Canaan Smith. With his eponymous EP receiving glowing reviews and his brief UK tour in September alongside Holloway Road winning him an army of British fans, Dawson can’t wait to return to the UK.

Belfast based quintet The Rising launched their revamped line-up in 2016 with the stunning Last First Love. Having been holed up in the studio for the majority of the year, the group can’t wait to share their new songs with audiences as they build towards their sophomore album. With famous fans including Graham Norton, Gaby Roslin and Alex Lester, the group have opened for Ward Thomas, The Shires and Jess & The Bandits.

Joining them on the road is 4 times British Country Music Award winner, including 2016’s Best Male Vocalist, Gary Quinn. 2016 saw Gary release his acclaimed EP, I Remember, which was headed up by the chart topping single Shame. Having worked with Phil Vassar on his Songs From The Cellar, and recently spent time in Nashville co-writing with Steve Wariner, Gary is excited to showcase his material old and new with his fans.

Throw in a special guest at each night of tour and you have a truly unforgettable experience that showcases the true diversity of country music.. 

Tue, 02/14/2017 - 6:51 am

Although country music has been around for years, it is constantly being re-shaped and re-invented by artists who work their socks off to get their well-deserved big break in the music industry. Dawson Reigns is one of those artists. He is a hard worker, a raw talent, and incredibly deserving of the huge success which he is very quickly becoming. He fits right in with the most legendary country artists as well as the newcomers who are currently dominating the charts with their hit songs, but Dawson has that “it” factor and that something special which could potentially push him all the way to the top.

Dawson is quickly becoming one of the most in demand musicians in the world of country music, but we aren’t at all surprised at that given his natural talent and down to earth personality. In the past, he has co-written songs with Byron Hill, Johnny Bulford, and Phil Barton who have all penned smashes for some of the biggest names in the industry. Dawson has also shared the stage with chart favourites The Band Perry, Luke Brian, and Holloway Road to name a few so he is definitely in good company!

As 2017 gets into flow, 2Country and Nashville Access in association with Full Circle Touring are proud to present a co-headline tour on which Dawson will be joined by Belfast based quintet The Rising launched their revamped line-up in 2016 with the stunning Last First Love. Having been holed up in the studio for the majority of the year, the group can’t wait to share their new songs with audiences as they build towards their sophomore album. With famous fans including Graham Norton, Gaby Roslin and Alex Lester, the group have opened for Ward Thomas, The Shires and Jess & The Bandits.

Joining them on the road is 4 times British Country Music Award winner, including 2016’s Best Male Vocalist, Gary Quinn. 2016 saw Gary release his acclaimed EP, I Remember, which was headed up by the chart topping single Shame. Having worked with Phil Vassar on his Songs From The Cellar, and recently spent time in Nashville co-writing with Steve Wariner, Gary is excited to showcase his material old and new with his fans.

Throw in a special guest at each night of tour and you have a truly unforgettable experience that showcases the true diversity of country music.

22nd March at Broadcast in Glasgow
23rd March at Jumpin’ Jack’s in Newcastle-upon-Tyne
24th March at The Dog House in Carlton
25th March at Eiger Studios in Leeds
26th March at Gullivers in Manchester
29th March at The Railway in Winchester
30th March at The Cellar in Oxford
31st March at The Garage in London
Mon, 03/06/2017 - 6:10 am

After years of success as a performer in America, sharing the bill with the likes of America's most celebrated musicians: Dolly Parton, Ricky Skaggs, Tony Rice, Marty Stuart, Earl Scruggs, and others, Jerry Harmon has quickly gained recognition  as an amazing performer in the UK and mainland Europe performing at major events there.  He has appeared at such events as North Carolina’s renowned Merle-Fest, The Bath International Music Festival, The Edinburgh International Festival,and The Winnipeg Folk Festival.

Jerry Harmon was born into a rich family tradition of music. His home, deep in the foothills of the Blue Ridge / Appalachian mountains, reverberated daily to the sound of music in many different forms.

Harmon’s musical career was launched at an early age, strumming a banjo fashioned from wood and groundhog hide by his uncle Gene. Radio programmes featuring Hank Williams Sr, Flatt & Scruggs and Ray Price also proved a lasting influence.

At the age of 12, with his Sears & Roebuck Truetone guitar in hand and an earnest determination, Harmon tackled the first of years of self given music lessons from a book by the famed North Carolina guitarist  Arthur Smith. It is this rich family tradition, these years of practice, and the multi-dimensional experience that gives us Jerry Harmon, the Smoky Mountain Gypsy.

Jerry shares his Smoky Mountain home with his wife, Maria, and their two Schnauzers--the infamous, "Shadow" and his new friend, "Rosie." Friends come often to the Harmon household, pulling up a chair, helping themselves to a cup a coffee or a cold bottle of water from the refrigerator. After you've been in the Harmon house more than five minutes, you realize you are no longer a guest--you are at home! Jerry gathers people around him like the mountains gather the clouds,-- at home together... as much as the man and his music and the traditions of his storytelling.

Jerry's new studio album 'Walk Softly' sees him team up with acclaimed producer Pat Holt (Dr. Hook, Keith Bryant, Darlene Austin) for a record that embraces both his songwriting heritage and the contemporary country scene. Lead single, and title track, Walk Softly is a moving song that represents his journey to this point in time.

To celebrate the release Jerry will be returning to the UK for a handful of intimate shows.

Thu, 08/24/2017 - 10:31 am

Steve Young is a globetrotting session guitarist, teacher and entertainer turned Singer/Songwriter. Early TV appearances with Lionel Richie and Peter Andre soon led to full time touring duties with world famous artists most notably ex-Savage Garden front man Darren Hayes which took Steve on trips around the world performing at the Royal Albert Hall, Wembley Arena, Brisbane QPAC, LA Roxy and many more and ending as co-writer on his last album in 2012.

Since writing and releasing an EP in 2014 and crowd-funded Album in 2016, Steve has performed at The London O2 - Country 2 Country Festival. Time Out London's 'Rising Stars of UK Country' Multiple shows at the Edinburgh Free Fringe, recorded live for Bob Harris' - Under The Apple Tree Sessions, opened for Carlene Carter (daughter of Johnny Cash's wife June Carter) as well as opening sets for Broadway Star - Ramin Karimloo, UK Blues Artist - Jo Harman, Brit Award winner Tom Odell (Help Refugees) as well as many solo gigs around the UK.

In Jan 2017 he released his 3rd single from the 'Troubadour' album - a remixed & remastered version of 'In My Dreams' which has enjoyed radio play around the world including BBC Radio 2, Radio Caroline, Chris Country Radio and 100's of community / online stations.

During Jan/Feb Steve drove over 5000 miles touring as Caffe Nero’s ‘Artist Of The Month’ playing at over 30 stores from Scotland down to Portsmouth. 2017 Festival appearances have so far included: The Cornbury Festival, Buckle & Boots Country Festival, TogFest and the Folk On The Dock Festival in Liverpool booked at the end of August.

In May 2017 another Pledge Music Target was successfully hit and ‘The Great North Road EP’, produced by Justin Johnson and featuring some of the UK’s hottest musicians is due for release in August 2017.