Country in the Kitchen Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Join Tess and Frontman of UK-based, Oklahoma-bred, Americana-rock/country band, Bob Collum & The Welfare Mothers for an episode full of 50's/60's nostalgia and authentic music.
Bob talks about the band's highly anticipated new album, "This Heart Will Self Destruct" (out on March 19th), a new EP (out now) and we play two new singles, "From Birmingham" and "Saved" a cover of the classic, gospel anthem made famous by LaVern Baker (words & music by Leiber & Stoller) and covered by Elvis Presley.
If you like the sound of The Eagles, Glen Campbell, John Denver, The Beatles, The Beach Boys and so many more names that made music history and continue to inspire the artists and musicians of today, then you're in for a wonderful treat!
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Join Tess and UK-based, dynamic country duo, Adele & Andy for another sparkling edition of Country In The Kitchen.
Adele and Andy talk about their new EP, “Where I Belong” and their thoughts on writing and releasing music in lockdown as well as homeschooling. They share all about their humble musical beginnings and the positive feedback they’ve received as newcomers to the UK Country music community so far. Plus, the down-to-earth duo gives us an exclusive insight into a brand new song coming soon!
I hope you enjoy listening to our conversation as much as I enjoyed chatting with them!
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Join Tess and Nashville-based, Singer-Songwriter, Kyle Elliott for another in-depth conversation on Country In The Kitchen.
Kyle talks about his latest release "Come On Over" and Josh Turner as one of his musical inspirations. Kyle shares his love for Nashville and being a tour guide by day, impressively listing many of the restaurants dotted around town, owned by our favourite country stars. Warning: you might also feel hungry after listening to this episode with a considerate helping of food talk. Plus, if that's not enough to tickle your taste buds, hear an exclusive play of Kyle's new, not yet released (at the time this episode was published) single, "Empty." Now isn't that just the cherry on top of the cake?!
All that and so many more surprises to be heard!
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Join Tess and Independent, UK-based, Singer-Songwriter, Dakota Simpson for a french-inspired twist on Country In The Kitchen.
We dream of hazy landscapes and calming shores as Dakota shares the meaning behind her psychedelic new single, "Flaneur" and we give the track a spin. Dakota talks about her musical journey so far, from finishing her last year at university studying songwriting, at home amid lockdown and we shed some light on the difficulties of finding work experience within the creative and entertainment industries. Plus, Dakota shares some of her eclectic mix of influences from the likes of Pink Floyd and The Vamps, to Katie Melua and Sheryl Crow.
If you need an escape from all the noise of the world right now, you've come to the right place. Merci Beaucoup!
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Join Host Tess and LA-based, Swedish, Singer-Songwriter, Sandra North for another sparkling edition of Country In the Kitchen.
Sandra talks about her fascinating journey from Sweden to LA, from small-town girl to chasing those big city lights. Tess and Sandra look ahead to the summer with her latest release, “You” and backtrack to the festivities with her “California Christmas” collab. Plus, Sandra shares what 2021 has in store for her and it's exciting!
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Join Host Tess and UK, Lincolnshire-born, North Devon-based, Singer-Songwriter, Hannah Dorothy for the second sparkling addition of 2021.
Hannah talks about growing up in the Lincolnshire countryside, from first discovering her love of country music through her friend in farming to writing her own songs and discovering the UK country scene. She shares what it was like writing, recording, and producing her debut track "Never Again" remotely with some big connections in Nashville and dives into her hopes for 2021 - notice I said 'Dive', this will all make sense once you've listened to this episode, to discover Hannah's secret talents. Hannah is full of adventure and interesting stories from past experiences that have seen her travel the world. You're going to love her!
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Join Host Tess and Jessica Clemmons, front women of authentic US/UK country band, Jess and The Bandits for a spectacular New Years Day special show and very first episode of 2021! Jess fills us in on her experience of 2020, Christmas celebrations and her hopes for 2021. Tess & Jess go way back to the beginnings of Jess & The Bandits and play two of the bands earlier tracks. Plus, to mark the occasion they play out with one of bands most recent songs taken from their latest album release, My Country Christmas called, “What Are You Doing New Years Eve?” All this and so much more! Visit Jess and The Bandits website for more here: https://jessandthebandits.com/ Follow Country In The Kitchen on socials for more content: https://www.facebook.com/countryinthekitchenpodcast https://www.instagram.com/countryinthekitchen_podcast/?hl=en https://twitter.com/Countryinthekit Tess wishes you all a very Happy New Year and here's (hopefully) to a much healthier one ahead! Thank you to all who listened to and supported the show in 2020 and to all the incredible guests who have featured so far. Stay safe everyone and keep smiling.
Join Host Tess and Multi-Award Winning, Australian-Born, UK-Based, Singer/Songwriter, Zoee for a Christmas 2020 Special Edition of Country In the Kitchen. Expect a lot of festive fun, laughter and music as Zoee shares what she’s been getting up to this year, her incredible journey so far, travelling, memories of Christmas in Aus and what she has in store for 2021. Plus, Tess dares #BowieOnZoee to a Christmas-themed game and version of a social media hashtag challenge inspired by #elfontheshelf #zoonthecountryinthekitchenchristmasshow. To find out more and to keep up to date, follow Zoee here: https://www.zoee.uk/ Follow Country In The Kitchen on socials for more content here: https://www.facebook.com/countryinthekitchenpodcast https://www.instagram.com/countryinthekitchen_podcast/?hl=en https://twitter.com/Countryinthekit Wishing all my family, friends and listeners a very Merry Christmas, please stay safe! I'd also like to thank everyone who has taken time to listen to this podcast since it's release back in May this year and to all the guests that have featured so far. I've loved hearing your stories. I'd like to dedicate this episode to my dear Great Auntie Gillie in Australia who is my biggest fan and most committed supporter of the show. Sending lots of love from the other side of the world. Stay positive everyone and eat, drink and be merry!
Join Host Tess in the UK and special guest, Bailey James in Pennsylvania and member of all female, country blend band, The Highway Women for an empowering and exhilarating episode of Country In The Kitchen.
Bailey talks about The Highway Women’s journey so far and the groups musical movement called, ‘Be a Highway Women’. She also talks about the girls incredible debut EP ‘The Highway’ (out now!) and Tess gives the title track and “Stand Up and Fight" a spin. Plus, Bailey shares what’s in store next for these four powerhouses, her plans for Christmas and so much more!
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Join Host Tess and Frontman & Lyricist of Berlin-based, Country/folk, Americana band, Rodeo FM for the first European Edition of Country In The Kitchen.
Pat talks to Tess about three of the bands latest releases that will feature on their upcoming album, “The Upgrade of Truth” (out on December 20th), and they give the tracks a spin. They also talk about the Berlin music scene and the roots of Rodeo FM. Plus, Christmas in Germany and so much more!
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Join Host Tess and Florida-based, Singer Songwriter, Amanda Cooksey for a fun-filled edition of Country In The Kitchen.
Amanda brings the sunshine as she talks about her fun, new single, “What’s His Name” released in lockdown and the idea behind her accompanying, care-free music video. They look back on Amanda’s musical roots, moving to Nashville and opening for major acts from the like of Maddie and Tae to Kip Moore.
With multiple Radio Disney Country airplay, both Amanda and Tess get all nostalgic and reminisce over their favourite Disney channel programmes and Amanda shares which former One Direction member reached out to her after covering his song. Plus, Amanda shares upcoming music projects, looking ahead to the New Year.
Oh and please excuse Tess' snuffly voice, the winter cold is kicking in!)
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Join Host Tess and Nashville-based, Southern, Country Rock, Singer-Songwriter, Drew Dixon for another edition of Country In The Kitchen.
Drew talks about releasing new music in lockdown, including his upbeat anthem, “Good Time” and shares more about his upcoming EP and the ideas behind his characterful song writing. They go back to his roots in South Carolina, discuss the CMA’s 2020 and the diversity of country music in the US and UK and look ahead to Thanksgiving, Christmas and the New Year. Plus a whole lot more!
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Join Host Tess and Podcast and Radio Host, Dom Crooke (Country Chat with Dom) and Rachel Sellick (Scarlet River Management) for a special, bonus edition of Country In The Kitchen.
Dom and Rachel talk about teaming up to raise money for the mental health charity, Mind with a brand, new original song, “I Won’t Forget To Miss You.” The beautiful and festive themed single, features eight incredible, unsigned artists in modern country music and tells the story of missing loved ones at Christmas but to never lose hope.
They also share their personal reasons behind the work and talk about the UK country scene, looking ahead to Christmas, the New Year and so much more!
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Join Host Tess and Milwaukee-based, country-pop, singer-songwriter, Brady Lee for a tropical (in winter) edition of Country In The Kitchen.
Brady talks to Tess about his debut single release, “I Can Do This All Day” including, which ‘Marvel’ movie character inspired the song. The feel-good, summer tune also gets a spin. Brady dives in to his diverse musical background and influences and shares his thoughts on the CMA’s 2020, his Nashville experience so far and what we can expect next from the rising country star. Plus so much more!
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Join Host Tess and Birmingham-based, Critically Acclaimed, Chart-topping, Singer-Songwriter, Charlotte Young for another star-studded edition of Country In The Kitchen.
Charlotte talks to Tess about her brand, new single, “Praying For Rain” including the UK drama series that inspired part of the track and they give the song a spin ahead of release! Charlotte also shares her diverse musical background and the artist that inspired her country roots to recent collaborations and life in lockdown as an emerging artist.
WARNING: Expect lots of laughter and internet connection mishaps throughout this show!
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Join Host Tess and Essex-based, Singer-Songwriter, Louise Parker for another sparkling edition of Country In The Kitchen.
Louise talks about her musical background, her time in Nashville to life in lockdown as an independent artist and the work that went in to her latest incredible release, “Just Friends” including a spin of the new single that will have you swaying along all day long!
All that and plenty more gossip from the girls. Find out more about Louise and keep up to date here:
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Join Host Tess and ARTventurers, UK Founder, Fiona Simpson for a special Halloween edition of Country In The Kitchen.
Halloween might look slightly different this year, but Fiona’s got plenty of tips and tricks up her sleeve to make sure the occasion is still fun for all the family through her event, The Big Neighbourhood Pumpkin Trail. Fiona shares the story behind her successful ARTventurers brand, what she has in store for the festive season and there's even mention of the Country Queen herself, Dolly Parton. All that and more plus, new music from Northern Irish, pop/rock, modern Country Duo, The Rising. The show doesn't get much ''Better Than This!'' To find out more about ARTventurers, The Big Neighbourhood Pumpkin Trail and future events visit: https://www.artventurers.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/ARTventurersHQ/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/695682491244696/ (Click here to join in on the pumpkin trail event and share your creations!) Follow Country In The Kitchen on socials for more content and updates: https://www.facebook.com/countryinthekitchenpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/countryinthekitchen_podcast/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/countryinthekitchen_podcast/?hl=en
Join Host Tess and Keith Porter, Frontman and Lyricist of Essex-based, Modern Country Trio, The Jackson Line for a foot-stomping edition of Country In The Kitchen.
Keith talks all about the band's diverse beginnings and life during lockdown, including finding creativity again and performing virtually for Dixie Fields Streamed. He shares the lowdown on their exciting, new single, “Up In Flames” (out on November 13th!), that really raises the bar right up, including an exclusive play! Tess and Keith also talk about UK country music VS the Nashville scene and so much more.
WARNING: You may find yourself dancing, singing and clapping along in your seats at work, in the car, in the kitchen or wherever you may be while listening to the show stopper track in this episode. Enjoy!
You will also find Tess' voice is very croaky in this edition of the podcast, all thanks to her new, mischievous German Sheppard Pup, Jackson - In no relation to The Jackson Line!
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Join Host Tess and Award-Winning, Cambridge-based, UK, Modern Country Duo, Tennessee Twin for another sparkling edition of Country In The Kitchen.
Geoff & Victoria talk to Tess about life during lockdown, from writing and recording remotely following the release of their latest single, “Every Story” (out now on all streaming platforms!) to picking up old hobbies again. The dynamic duo also share their story about how they both met, with a real life Scarlett & Gunnar Nashville moment and starting out together in a band called, Highway 65. All this and so much more!
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*(There have been issues with the audio quality on this particular episode. All interviews are recorded via Zoom. Hopefully the content outweighs the sound issues!)
Host Tess is back with a brand new, star-studded episode of Country In The Kitchen featuring, Florida-born, Nashville-based artist, Brandon Bing bringing a whole lot of laughs to the show!
Brandon and Tess talk about his musical beginnings and the work he's been doing for the community during lockdown through his Solar business. Brandon shares the inspiration behind his latest EP, 'The Florida Man' and his highly anticipated, newly released single, 'Back In Da Woods'.
From rare guitars and puppy's, to whiskey and more. There's not much left out of this conversation and as always, there'll be songs in the mix too!
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Join Host Tess and Special Guest, Wiltshire-based, UK, Singer-Songwriter, Becky Lawrence testing all the country genre boundaries in this extra-long episode of Country In The Kitchen.
Becky talks all about her theatre days and musical beginnings, her love for Reba McEntire and her family of fur babies. She shares her struggles with mental health and how she’s found ways to positively fill her time during lockdown through music, yoga and spirituality and so much more!
Plus, we discuss and I play three of her latest singles, combining an exciting mix of country and electronic music.
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Join Host, Tess and Special Guest, Emerging, Essex-based, UK, Country Pop, Singer-Songwriter, Laura Beckwith for the latest edition of Country In The Kitchen.
Laura talks about her natural transition into country music with upcoming single “Halfway” and writing and releasing music in lockdown and as always, we take a listen to the new track. We also look back on Laura’s musical beginnings and delve into what we can expect next from the young, mature star.
Laura certainly has an exciting career ahead of her with a strong set of artist influences! Follow Laura on socials to keep up to date with upcoming gigs, live streams and new music: https://www.facebook.com/laurabeckwithmusic https://www.instagram.com/laurabeckwithmusic/?hl=en https://twitter.com/LauraBeckwith9 Follow Country In The Kitchen on socials here: https://www.facebook.com/countryinthekitchenpodcast https://www.instagram.com/countryinthekitchen_podcast/?hl=en https://twitter.com/Countryinthekit
Join Host Tess and Nashville-based, Singer-Songwriter, Halle Kearns for another star lit show on Country In The Kitchen.
Halle talks all about her debut single, “Pick Me Up” and newly released music video, thoughts on releasing music in lockdown and her first ever live stream. She also fills us in on her musical journey so far and what’s to come next as she takes the world by storm.
Thanks so much for listening!
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Join Host Tess and UK, Singer-Songwriter, Harleymoon Kemp for this special, bonus edition of Country In The Kitchen. Harleymoon Kemp has been writing for artists and for other projects behind the scenes musically for some time now, but during lockdown, she has taken time out to focus on releasing her own music. This is a first for Harley, with her debut single “Space”, a mid-tempo, country love song out now. Harley’s musical roots stem strong, as the daughter of Spandau Ballet's, Martin Kemp and Whams, Shirlie Kemp and sister of Capital FM DJ, Roman Kemp, but it’s her down to earth charisma, hard work and real passion for song writing that sets her apart, already making a name for herself within the country music and roots world. I hope you can join Harleymoon and Tess for a chilled, evening of non-stop chatting! To keep up to date, follow Harleymoon Kemp on socials here: https://www.facebook.com/HarleymoonKemp https://www.instagram.com/harleymoonkemp/?hl=en Follow Country In The Kitchen on socials here: https://www.instagram.com/countryinthekitchen_podcast/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/countryinthekitchenpodcast https://twitter.com/Countryinthekit
Join Host Tess and Nashville-based, Country/Americana Duo, Steel Blossoms for another sparkling edition of Country In The Kitchen. The girls talk about their musical roots, life in lockdown, performing for Dixie Fields Festival Streamed and thoughts on next years event and their first UK gig, new music, family pets and so much more! Plus, Tess play’s two songs off their latest, self-titled album
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Join Host Tess and Special Guest, UK Farmer, Crop Logistics Expert and Fellow School Student, Chris Borrill for another edition of Country In The Kitchen.
Chris talks about his farming roots and life as an Arable Farmer, working with agricultural specialist company Syngenta, the future of British farming and coping in lockdown.
Plus, Tess plays two tracks by Modern Country Trio from Essex, The Jackson Line.
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Join Host Tess and Special Guest, Norfolk-based Volunteer for Fresh Start For Hens, Vicky Sewell for another episode of Country In The Kitchen.
Vicky talks about the process of re-homing commercial hens, shares tips and advice on how to keep hens and explains how people can get involved and volunteer too. Plus, so much more! Tess also plays two tracks by Norwich-based, Independent artist, Lisa Redford.
(You might here a phone ringing of sorts at the beginning of the interview, the noise disappears after awhile! It's not mentioned in the show so this is your heads up!)
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Join Host Tess and New Zealand Born, Country Rocker and Producer, Merv Pinny for another episode of Country In The Kitchen.
Merv talks about his incredible journey from growing up on a farm and working as a dairy farmer alongside performing, to overcoming two serious accidents. He shares the humble meaning behind his music and his support towards charity and humanitarian issues. Tess and Merv also talk about his latest song release, titled “I” written in and about lockdown and give it a spin and Tess plays another track taken from his “Twisted Minds” EP. All that and so much more!
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Join Host Tess and her two special guests, Mike Whitaker and Andy Hawes of six-piece, UK country covers band, Americana for a toe-tapping episode of Country In The Kitchen.
The guys talk about the bands beginnings, the growth of the country music scene in the UK and on a local level and how they’ve all been coping during lockdown. Plus, expect some serious famous name dropping though out the show! These guys sure know their stuff, as both musicians and performers and hard core country and rock fans.
Tess also play's Americana’s cover of Little Big Town's, “Little White Church” and their version of a Trisha Yearwood Favourite.
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Join Host Tess and Special Guest, Singer-Songwriter, Music Tutor and Arts & Music Columnist, Lisa Redford for another edition of County In The Kitchen.
Lisa talks about life in lockdown and how she’s been keeping positive and getting creative. Her thoughts on the current and future of the music industry as an independent artist and shares where her humble musical roots began. Plus, so much more!
I also play Lisa’s heartwarming single, written and produced in lockdown called ‘From Afar’ and the Norwich-based, artist performs her beautiful track ‘I Just Can’t Forgot’, taken from her latest EP ‘Edge of Love’
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Join Host Tess and Special guest, Independent, British Country Rock Songstress, Biddy Ronelle for another episode of Country In The Kitchen.
Biddy talks about her new single 'Thrill' and number one EP ‘Aftershocks’. How she’s been helping the NHS and coping during lockdown and so much more. Plus, Biddy shares the bitter-sweet story about how she got her unusual name and plays a beautiful, acoustic live version of her song, ‘If She’s Still Here’ taken from the EP. Tess also gives Biddy's new single a spin (available to pre-save now!) and an exclusive play of another new, upcoming track Biddy has in the bag as part of a duo, set for release at the end of August. You’ll have to listen to the show to find out more!
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Join Host Tess and Special Guest, UK Singer-Songwriter, Guitarist and Producer, Dan Hughes for the thirteenth volume of Country In The Kitchen.
Dan talks about his incredible, musical background, from studying music in Brighton to touring the Caribbean and supporting the legendary bands, Mud2/Slade. He shares with us a range of musical projects created through his band DHT and other collaborations, plus so much more! Tess also plays his meaningful track, ‘Feels Like Thunder’ from the new, self-titled EP and Dan performs an acoustic version of his feel-good, summer song, ‘Melt’.
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Join Host Tess and special guest Welsh, Country Rocker, Bob Fitzgerald for the next edition of Country In The Kitchen.
Bob and Tess talk about his latest EP ‘Another Highway’, living in lockdown, musical influences, fulfilling creativity and conquering dreams. Bob also teases ahead to brand new music and more!
Plus, Tess plays his summer banger ‘One of These Nights’, and Bob performs an exclusive, acoustic version of a new, not yet released song.
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Join host Tess and special guest, CEO of the Lincolnshire Showground, Jayne Southall for the 11th volume of Country In The Kitchen.
Jayne talks about the first Online Lincolnshire Show, the challenges of lockdown and finding ways of adapting as an events venue, the history of the Lincolnshire Agricultural Society, upcoming events and so much more! Plus, Tess plays two tracks by Lincolnshire lass, model and singer-songwriter, Chloey Rose.
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Join Host Tess and special guest, Lead Vocalist of Folk/Rock band Fred's House, the wonderful Victoria Jones for the 10th volume (that's right, we're in double figures now!) of Country In The Kitchen.
Victoria AKA. Vix, talks to Tess about the bands brand new EP, ‘Walls and Ceilings’ out now via all your favourite music platforms!
They also discuss the current difficulties facing musicians, artists, theatres and venues, a throwback to the bands trip to China and what we can expect from their EP live launch. Plus, so much more! Tess also plays two tracks from ‘Walls and Ceilings’.
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Join Host Tess and special guest, childhood friend, pig farmer and business women, Dema-Jai Woodford AKA 'The Swine Maiden' for the 9th volume of Country In The Kitchen.
Dema talks to Tess about her journey to becoming a farmer, the high's and low's of her day-to-day role and adapting to lockdown measures, the future of 'buying British' and so much more. Tess also plays two tracks from Norfolk-based, independent, Acoustic/Americana artist, Lisa Redford.
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Join Host Tess and special guest, UK Country Pop, Singer-Songwriter and Producer, Danny McMahon for the second show of the week on Country In The Kitchen.
Find out what Danny's been getting up to during lockdown, his incredible achievements within the music industry so far and a whole lot more. Plus, Danny performs his latest single, 'My Kinda City' and Tess plays the title track from his current EP, 'Boys Cry Too'.
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Join Host Tess and special guest, British Country Pop, Singer-Songwriter Kelsey Bovey for the next volume of Country In The Kitchen.
Kelsey talks about the importance of empowering young people and supporting fellow artists and musicians, speaking from personal experience, the positives and negatives of lockdown and performs two live tracks from her stunning new EP ‘Not Scared Anymore’. Plus, so much more!
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Join Host Tess and special guest Cara Young, owner of Puffin Croft Petting Farm, Farm Shop and B&B in John O'Groats, Scotland for the sixth volume of Country In The Kitchen.
Cara shares her incredibly, humbling story about moving from London to the Scottish Highlands to pursue her dream of living on a farm in the countryside. She shares the ups and downs and everything in between, plus lots about her animals living on the farm too. Tess also plays two tracks from Scottish songstress and country/Americana, singer-songwriter, Katee Kross.
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Join host Tess and this week's special guest, lead vocalist and guitarist, Dave Roux of four-piece powerhouse The Outlaw Orchestra for volume five of Country In The Kitchen.
Dave tells tons of great rock ‘n’ roll stories from his past and plays two live tracks on the show, including one taken from the quartets brilliant, brand new debut album ‘Pantomine Villains’, all that and so much more!
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Host and founder of Nashville Meets World and fellow radio host Cameron Wallace joins Tess for another volume of Country In The Kitchen.
‘Camo’ and Tess have an in-depth chat about the differences surrounding the country music genre world-wide and artists from around the globe, why branding and marketing is so important for independent artists, Camo’s Canadian roots and so much more! Plus, Tess features two tracks by another fellow host and singer-songwriter, Zoee.
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Join host Tess and Special Guest, Organiser of UK Festival Dixie Fields, Georgie Thorogood for Volume 3 of Country In The Kitchen.
They talk lockdown, virtual festivals, plans for Dixie Fields 2020 and 2021, living in the countryside and so much more! Plus, the show features two tracks, ‘Don’t Wait’ by The Jackson Line who performed at last years debut festival and ‘You’re The Reason I Drink’ by Steel Blossoms.
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Join host Tess and guests, Northern Irish, Rock/Pop duo, The Rising for a one hour show special.
The show features two live performances by The Rising, including an acoustic version of their brand new single, 'Shadow's On The Wall' and a fantastic cover needing no introduction. Plus, Tess puts the duo to the test with two back to back quizzes and a whole lot more!
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Join host Tess from her kitchen table and special guest, professional solo singer, Leenie-Jayne for the debut of the Country In The Kitchen Podcast. With thoughts on the lockdown so far, celebrations in store for VE Day and country music in the 1940's.
Special Thanks:
Matt Irwin - Artwork
Dan Hibbert - Background Music
Radio 24 Jingles