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| Nicky Peck and The Foslom Prison Trio a four piece band from Nottingham area who play traditional country music at it's best - Johnny Cash, Farron Young, Hank Williams, Johnny Horton. |
| No Comebacks Techno Cowpokes, A tribute to the heyday of the singing Cowboys produced for a modern age. Where the goodies dont necessarily wear White Hats and the baddys seldom where black ones. |
| No Regrets are one of the busiest bands on the country circuit. They specialise in entertaining their audience with a mixture of country music plus a touch of humour. Although Vic Oakley is relatively new compared to some on the scene, Vic's love of fine Country Music shows through on the bands performances.' |
| Nashville Angels Mother and daughter duo based in Macclesfield. We sing country music all over England especially in line dance clubs. We also both teach line dancing.. |
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| Bob Oakley entertains with songs from the writing and singing of Johnny Cash, Kris Kristopherson, Charley Pride, Hank Williams, Willie Nelson, Don Williams, Buddy Holly, Tom T Hall and lots more. A mix of Country, Nostalgia and a smattering of Rock And Roll make up a full evening of entertainment. Songs from the heart to a toe tapping beat |
| Open Road are a five piece band based at Scunthorpe North Lincs.We play a mix of new country older country and some rockabilly - email openroadcountry@aol.com |
| Okeh Wranglers roots lie close to the pioneering rockabilly styles of 1950's masters such as Carl Perkins, and Roy Orbison's original band, The Teen kings - acoustic rhythm guitar and bass, with a strong beat centred around guitar, in the fashion of Chet Atkins (among others). Add to this equation country fiddle, accordion, steel guitar and a second lead guitar, and the potential is there for some fairly off the wall rocking country music. Finally things evolved into a full family band (around 1994) including Pete jnr. on steel guitar with Louise taking over on accordion. The setup was completed when Irene joined in 1996, on steel (with Pete jnr. going over to drums). |
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| MICKEY PAGE solo singer loves Marty Robbins been singing for the for the last 6 years now |
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Ade Payne is an accomplished singer/songwriter and acoustic guitarist, inspired at a very young age by the profound effect music had on him.
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| Richard Palmer Learning that first country song set the ball rolling and from then on, Richard was a big fan of country music, buying cassettes and CD's of artists such as Merle Haggard, Garth Brooks, Chris LeDoux and The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band. He had soon learnt quite a selection of songs and, at the age of 13, decided to learn a new instrument - the Harmonica. In the summer of 2001, Richard wrote his first country song, Whole Life In A Shoebox, about a tramp who carries all his photos and memories in an old shoebox and tells his story to passers by as he makes his way down the never-ending dusty roads. Eventually meeting with a woman, he discovers she is leading much the same life as himself and they set off together and spend many years walking down the 'dusty roads' together, carrying their shoeboxes and telling their tales to people that they meet. In July 2002, Richard took his first booking as a country music artist, at 'The Covered Wagon CMC' at North Scarle. He has continued to accept more bookings and is constantly updating his repertoire of songs |
| Palomino Country ,a four piece band, are based in Yorkshire but travel the country to bring their audiences their own brand of ENTERTAINMENT. With material ranging from early 50's Hank Williams thro to the sounds of such people as Alan Jackson, Garth Brooks and Dwight Yoakum. PALOMINO's show is just that a fully produced show with concert quality sound and lighting.When you go to see a PALOMINO show you can be sure that you will have an entertainment experience. Whats more you know it will be 100% COUNTRY!! |
Plain Loco consits of Steve Jay Lead vocals, Bass Guitar, Harmonica. The founder member of the band, Steve had previously spent seven years with 'Capricorn' After several years with the 'Gary Blackmore Band' Steve worked with the top Comedy Showband 'Sweet Illusion' before forming 'Plain Loco' in 1990.
Tony Crooks Guitar /Lead & Harmony Vocals. Tony has worked with numerous artists
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Blue Memory is the 5th Plain Loco album to date, and the first album with the current lineup of Steve, Tony and Bill. The songs are all original compositions written or co-written by members of the band. |
| Pure Country Jodie was born in to a very musical environment so it was no surprise that she showed her musical talents from a very early age, Steve Mitchell, Jodie’s father, hosted a weekly country music show on Essex radio.When she was 16 she joined her father on the road in his band Shiloh, playing acoustic guitar and singing harmonies 1997 saw the Glen Mitchell band playing support to Billie Jo Spears at Longleat. Rick McKay was at the show because he and his band were backing Billie Jo. He watched the first half of the show and was blown away by Jodie’s performance of “Mama He’s Crazy” by the Judds. The two met again a few weeks later when Rick was organizing the late night jam sessions at Pontins in Hemsby. A few years later she and Rick decided to form Pure Country. |
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Rambling Fever hails from Glasgow and was formed 31 years ago in 1976. They take their name from the title of the classic "Merle Haggard" song. Gordon and John are two of the original founding members and met while playing in the "Social Club" circuit in and around the Glasgow area with another two friends. |
Luke Guy Reed was born and brought up on the Isle of Wight. Like most youngsters, Luke took a keen interest in the music of the day. As well as the music of Elvis Presley and the Everly Brothers, Luke also enjoyed country music, particularly Johnny Cash and Hank Williams.
In the mid-nineties Luke decided to settle back on the Isle of Wight and resume his music career. He met up again with Keith Shilcock from the Renegades and they started playing as a duo. Luke also started work recording some of his self-penned songs at the Music Pool Studios on the Isle of Wight.
Luke's exposure was boosted after an appearance at "Brean Sands" and "The Luton Country Music Festival" in 1998, and the bookings in clubs, festivals, and theatre's thoughout the UK increased rapidly for this very popular solo artist, including excellent interview and air play coverage on radio. Since those early day's "Luke" has maintained his popularity throughout the UK and it has now spread to Europe , Australia and North America.
Luke has a deal with with Solent Records to release his album "No Hat" through their nationally distributed label. The "No Hat" album will have 12 tracks, 10 of them written or co-written by Luke himself which will also be published by Solent Songs. The projected release date will be mid June 2003 |
| Tony Rigby Meet the man behind some of the best country music the UK has to offer. Find out about singer songwriter Tony and listen to his music. Learn about him, his life, his music and check out some of his cds. . Both a talented country singer and song writer all showcased for you at TonyRigby.co.uk |
The Rosinators The Rosinators formed in 2001 and quickly established a reputation for their raw uncompromising mix of bluegrass , Cajun and gospel country, and their dynamic three-part vocal harmonies. Twin-fiddles and acoustic guitar make up their distinctive sound, augmented with banjo and mandolin, with the addition of string bass and drums for some shows. The band, whose repertoire ranges from traditional a cappella to their own twenty-first century country blues, play roots, music from the heart.
Since the release of The Rosinators' eponymous debut CD in June 2003, a busy touring schedule has taken them to new audiences in Holland, Ireland and the UK,
The band live in London, and although a lot of their shows take them out of town, they can be seen there throughout the year at clubs such as the 12 Bar, The Borderline, and the Astoria. |
Paul Rutter has been in the studio for two years, writing and recording the brand new studio production album : "Anything It Takes". The brand new single 'On The Tracks To Tennessee' is taken from the Album and released in April 2002.
Other artistes have covered Paul Rutter's songs too; including 80's singing star Paul Young, who covered 'Heaven Can Wait', a worldwide single release, featuring soul diva Chaka Khan and supergroup Pink Floyd's rock Guitarist, Dave Gilmour.
As executive producer of the album, Paul Rutter brings in the worlds finest guest musicians, to star on the crafted songs. |
| Radio Sweethearts The band were formed at the end of 1992 by John Miller, Frank Macdonald and Teenage Fanclub bassist Gerry Love. After recruiting erstwhile Pastel Brian Taylor and enlisting the help of Battlefield Band fiddler John McCusker they made their debut appearance at Glasgow's famous King Tut's Wah Wah Hut. Starting to gig on a regular basis, the band recruited local steel player Drew Hamill to help round out their sound. Drew was soon replaced by regular Steelie Malcolm McMaster, completing the line-up that would go on to record "New Memories". |
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| Becky Robinson's repertoire includes rock, ballads, pop and show songs by many famous artists but at Modern Country Music she excels. |
| Rock This Country Scotlands newest live 5 piece country band. Yip we even have a live drummer folks, therefore we're not just country we're Live rockin' country ready to rock your club, Festival, or whatever function you need Live music for. We play all types of country music from modern big and rich type fun country to good old western type George strait. there's fun and happiness for everyone at a Rock This Country GIG. |
| Dougie Robertson Singer, songwriter, musician, and sometime actor, Robertson draws on both personal experience and a keen understanding of society's turbulent merchanisms to create a sound and style variously called country-pop, dark urban folk, and grassroots soul. |
| Rye Brothers Mike and Jonny have grown up with music. They both played violin and piano from the age of six and performed as a family group in the old peoples homes and charity events as children. Mike, formerly a maths teacher and Jonny, a graduate of the Royal Northern College of Music, began entertaining together as the Rye Brothers in August 1993 |
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| Settlers Creek - Formed by members of 2 top Northern Country Music bands, Settlers Creek are a 5 piece band with something to offer all Country Music Lovers. The band have over 60 years of combined recording and performing experience between them, and family histories of professional musicianship before that, so it is no surprise to learn that they have a wide range of musical influences. This comes through in their shows with material ranging from old-style Merle Haggard numbers right through to modern material by artists such as Garth Brooks and Alan Jackson. After several years away from the Country scene pursuing other projects, the lure of the gun smoke proved too much and in late-2004 the band members got together and set to work on building a new top class Country act as a showcase to their talents, a tribute to the music they all love, and a burning desire to Keep it Country The result was the birth of Settlers Creek, a red-hot band featuring blistering guitar work, stunning 3-part vocal harmonies and a versatile rhythm section to keep the dancers on their feet all night long. The band has made an outstanding impact wherever it has appeared and left audiences talking about the show for weeks afterwards. |
Saddle Tramps Scottish four piece country & western music and linedance band. Billy has been playing the guitar since he could hold one and never looked back when he switched to basses. Was a founding member and manager for the very popular function band 'Axess All Area's', He met Andy when they auditioned for the rock/function band 'Just for Kicks', that band dissolved before it ever went anywhere and they thought "we'll do it our way". Billy plays; Aria Pro and JayDee basses.
Andy has been playing drums for 3 years now and is a self confessed metal/rock fan who happens to love new country music. He was a Linedance teacher in his native Lincolnshire and has been around the dance circuit for 8 years. With Billy he manages 'The Saddletramps'. Andy plays Premier drums and Pearl cymbals
Laura first picked up a guitar when she was 9 and grew up around the scottish club circuit with her brothers' bands. Her favourite artists are Tim McGraw and The Dixie Chicks. She has a secret passion for all things rock and loves Aerosmith & Bon Jovi. Laura plays Ovation, Yamaha and Peavey Guitars.
Lyndsay has been a professional vocalist for seven years now, starting her career working in the studio with various producers and writers. This is something which is still a huge part of her life and she enjoys meeting and collaborating with new and creative artists on original pieces. When she's not performing most of her time is taken up writing and composing her own originals on her guitar. |
Bobby D Sawyer originates from Nashville Tennessee but has been touring here in the UK since February 2004. Solo Artiste suitable for all gigs "Country" be it Western, Line Dance, Couple Dance, Listening etc. etc. A
recent quote "it's like having melted chocolate in front of you" |
Dixon J Scott Nicknamed “The Voice” by many of his fans and country writers alike. When it comes to a live performance, it’s a voice that can power through country rock, make the hairs on the back of your neck stand on end, and bring a tear to your eye when he sings a ballad. Although a singer/songwriter in his own right he has a vocal range that allows him to cover songs from the likes of Vince Gill, Tim McGraw, Bryan White & John Berry |
| PETE RYDER & SHOT TO PIECES. - a 5 piece band comprising Lead Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drums,Pedal Steel and Rhythm Guitar. All musicians have a background of Country Music and provide a varied programme to suit all tastes. A band that is dedicated to keeping Country Music LIVE and an entertainment that is both seen and heard. If you want REAL COUNTRY then these guys can do it. |
| Shoot The Rooster The band you can Linedance, Partner dance, Jig or just sit and listen to. Whatever it is, you will not be disappointed |
| Some Dogs Jim Dog says "I play guitar in loud, raucous, punky country band called Some Dogs. We do play country music but we crank it up a far bit. We also run a country club in London, called Spilling Whiskey on the Floor, it's been offline for a spell but we're starting up again in June '03. |
| Stormy Monday country rock Devon based band playing material by Fabulous Thunderbirds : Shania Twain : Mavericks : RebaMcIntyre : Dixie Chicks : Jo Dee Messina |
Stateside (1994) appear as either a Duo or Trio at present and cover a very wide range of music from 1930's to this weeks charts but always country.
Kevin MacDee is on lead vocals and guitar along with Norvel (Nobby) Cree (Wells Fargo) on lead and harmony vocals /lead guitar /fiddle and mandolin.Pete James appears on piano/2nd lead guitar and lead vocals in their Trio show
They are equally at home with a listening or dancing crowd and adjust the songlist to suit. |
| Stevie Two years ago Stevie was fronting country band - Cactus Jack - touring through Germany, but limited to playing only country music, he wanted to work solo with just the mandolin. A little over two years ago he started gigging solo whilst still with Cactus Jack, opening out his repetoire playing the songs of Steve Earle, Townes Van Zant, Richard Thompson, Fairport Convention, Jimmy LaFave, The Proclaimers, Small Faces, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, AC/DC, Alice Cooper !! and so much more, along with some of his own material from the Cactus Jack album ' |
Struck It Rich Band One family team of musicians, with an enormous wealth of experience, bring you a quality Country Music Band with a distinct and unique sound, fully catering for dancers and listeners, with first class vocals, a wide range of instrumental sounds and that spark of originality. The members of this Kent based outfit have already gained a considerable reputation through their television, radio, theatre, festival and club performances.
Struck it Rich is a band in tune with the latest developments in country music, performing a range of songs with quality arrangements to produce a full and varied sound featuring pedal steel guitar, keyboards, mandolin, guitar, bass, drums and strong vocal harmony. |
Dave Sheriff Dave Sheriff is totally unique - he has had no less than NINE separate entries, world wide, in the Guinness Book of Records, between 1982 and 1989, as A One Man Band, playing for the longest time (199 hours) and with the most number of instruments at the same time (12).
In his 'live'show, Dave Sheriff sings and accompanies himself on five different musical instruments, performing a complete programme of self penned material.
Dave's latest release 'Overworked & Underpaid' recorded in Nashville Feb 2006 |
| Henry Smith's Country Dreams . a superb 5 piece Country band who are firmly rooted in Country Music both old & new. They can perform with perfection both Country Western/ Linedance & Cabaret. |
| Dane Stevens ..in the years Dane has been on the country scene he has recorded 12 separate Albums, and has seen many changes, but he has stayed essentially “country”, appealing to both” dancers” and “listeners” with his latest album “These Days” celebrating 25years on the country circuit.When on stage Dane plays guitar, and harmonica, and as well as his own compositions, sings old country favourites plus the latest popular tunes.He also composes and plays every note of his “backing” via a keyboard and sequencer to create a full “Band” sound.Dane is the quintessential country Singer/ Songwriter with 25 years of experience and there is no substitute for that. |
Switchback are a pofessional pure country duo. Their repertoire consists of both modern and traditional songs, making them the ideal choice for any occasion.
Previously with Highway Connection and later, the popular, Thrillbillies, Neil is no newcomer to the country circuit, his quick wit and “off the cuff” humour; along with his mellow voice has kept him in the “biz” for over 25 years.The better looking half of the duo is Heather. Formerly with bands such as Footloose and Catalina, she is an excellent lead guitarist and harmony singer, as well as occasionally taking over from Neil on lead vocal. |
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| Tom Travis (Mr. Bluegrass UK.) is a UK bluegrass music pioneer. In his fifty-years in the music, Tom has been involved in every aspect of bluegrass, including success in the Tom & Smiley duo throughout the 1960's making top selling record albums, appearing regularly on radio and TV and touring extensively. He was for many years the organiser of the Edale Bluegrass Festival in the English Peak District, the largest of its type outside America, and has written and presented radio programmes about bluegrass music on BBC Radio 2. Tom was also chosen as emcee for the largest International Bluegrass event to take place to date, at the Barbican Theatre, London. Tom is a founder member of the British Bluegrass Music Association and served as its Chairman for six years. He has performed on stage with many top American bluegrass stars, in the UK and the USA, is also a songwriter and currently performs and records with his band "The Bluegrass Incident". His recordings are currently available from all good record stores and on-line from Amazon UK, Tesco and Boots.
Tom can be contacted by email : tombluegrass@aol.com |
| The Shrinks are an Americana style 6 piece band from Bristol whose original music is inspired by everything from Jimmie Rodgers and Hank Williams to John Prine and Ryan Adams. |
| Tennessee River - Traditional Country, New Country, Country Rock & Rock n' R A Live 5-Piece country & rockn' roll band-No backing tapes used at all,—just songs by artists like Alan Jackson, Shania Twain, Garth Brooks, The Dixie Chicks Hal Ketchum, Martina McBride, George Strait, Faith Hill andy many more .......email Brian |
Jesse Taylor & Texas Storm Jesse "The Wolfman" Taylor. Lead Singer & Rhythm guitarist. Jesse breaks the mould as far as most Country singers are concerned. He is always on the move, and is just as comfortable on top of someone's table, or hurtling across a dance floor as he is on stage! Jesse puts heart and soul into his music, adding a certain raw energy reminisant of the renegade outlaw music of the 60's & 70's. Get ready to be entertained!
Dylan "Snakey Boy" Smith - Lead Guitar, Banjo & Mandolin - Pete "The Bear" Blacker - Bass Guitar & Backing Vocals - Glen "B.J" Blacker
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Too Country from the badlands of the South East, Telecasters, Harp, Bass, Sticks and Sweet, Sweet Harmonies at the ready, are heading into town.Pure, Unadulterated, Stone Country.
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| Steve Travis is recognised as being one of England's top country solo artists. His relaxed style has always found a home with traditional country fans as well as gaining appreciation of other audiences. Steve has become a firm favourite at many major music clubs and festivals throughout the UK and abroad where his popularity has gained a succession of music and radio awards. |
| Tommy Truesdale The best band in the West of Scotland for 60s music : Rock n Roll :Ballads and Country |
Trading with the Natives were formed in the autumn of 1989. Initially a six-piece, the band presented a contemporary edge, illustrating not only the instrumental talents of the band but also a distinctive vocal/harmony sound - something that they still concentrate on today. At that time they were one of the few British country bands playing predominantly modern material.The Natives became a five piece in October 1991, settling on a line-up featuring a female vocalist. The band's first cassette, "Restless", was released in October 1992. Appearances at both the Americana and Strumpshaw Festivals and successful mini tours of the west country and Yorkshire followed, as well as appearances at a number of the holiday camp festivals. The summer of 1994 culminated with The Natives' inclusion in the "Way Out West" Records release "The Best of New British Country - Declaration of Independence".
he Natives have since released an album entitled "Return of the Natives" which is available via their website or www.mjmusicshop.co.uk. |
| Turner West This is the debut album from new Irish - English collaboration ‘Turner West' but you'd swear it was forged in the studios of Nashville. From the almost Hi-tech Toby Keith snarlings of ‘Computer say's no', ‘She's more Man than me' & swamp meets rockabilly feel of ‘Speed Dating' (free download), to the bluegrass fiddle / dobro drenched ‘Lock me in this Heaven'. which wouldn't disgrace an Alison Krauss album, this is a fine cross section of contemporary country music. Through the Vince Gill ballad styling of ‘If this is what it takes' and ‘Real Love', singer Barry Owen's voice seems to inject each track with just the right expression and emotion; listen to the quietly reflective 'As the years go by,' which is matched by some equally soulful dobro and Telecaster guitar playing. |
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Union Revival performing as a five piece band since May 1996.
They play a mixture of traditional through to "new" country music, appealling to all age groups. They have recently released a CD and tape of popular hits. The band have, over the past few years, evolved into one that reached No 4 in the European Country Indie Chart with their first single. They can be regularly be heard on radio in France, Holland, Denmark and Scotland. |
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Dave Vernon - after many years entertaining audiences in the Social Clubs and Pubs, producing his type of country music, Dave became accepted as a supporting solo act in the Country Music Clubs, supporting such top names as Raymond Froggatt. Dave produces his own particular vocal originality.
He recently wrote and recorded a tribute song ‘A Man Named Johnny Cash' which was the title track of his latest CD and received wide acclaim from it's numerous air-plays not only in the U.K. but also from around the world including Australia, |
| The Vessels from South West London. As the alt. country/Americana scene gets spotted by the mainstream suddenly people understand them. The magic that they create together with Paul's heartbreaking melodies, the textures of Gerard's amazing guitar playing is slowly getting the recognition it deserves. |
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The Westcoasters what started the Westcoasters band was a vision – linedancing is meant to be fun, you’re supposed to enjoy it, so why do so many Country bands look so miserable?
Hence the Westcoasters motto:
If we ain’t enjoying ourselves on stage, then how can we expect anyone else to! |
| Westride are a Country & Western Duo based in the UK on the Cheshire/Staffordshire Border They have spent time, thought and energy putting together a range of old and new country songs that real country & western music fans will appreciate songs by Crystal Gayle, Billie Jo Spears, Tammy Wynette, Lynn Anderson, Loretta Lynn, Jeanie C. Riley, Donna Fargo, Willie Nelson, Carl Perkins, Boz Scaggs... some newer material by Joni Harms, Trisha Yearwood, suzy Bogguss, Heather Myles, The Judds, George Strait, Merle Haggard, John Michael Montgomery, Emmylou Harris |
Western Union was formed in June 2000 when Jim and Tony decided to join forces to create a modern country outfit. Tony was playing country sessions on guitar and pedal steel guitar and Jim was developing his songwriting and doing occasional gigs both solo and with popular band Smokey Joe. The intention to add a fifth member to the band has been realised by the addition of Ron, providing slide guitar and additional vocals.
The musical influences include Brooks and Dunn , Alan Jackson , Dwight Yoakam , Vince Gill etc..etc.. |
| Alan Westwood is a prolific songwriter with over 20 songs published, and his biggest hit 'The South Will Rise Again' has become an anthem for thousands of British western fans. He has also written for Johnny Cash and June Carter - 'Lady Dressed In Black', and for Bobby Bare, and recently Pam Tillis.Alan is equally at home in either a dance or concert venue and with his strong rich voice and genial manner always gives a good evening's entertainment. |
| Ron Waters My own one man traditional country tour is designed for people who want to sit and listen to good country music performed and presented to a professional standard or a full night catering for line dancers. |
| Johnny Williams is a first class professional country music artiste from Sheffield, South Yorkshire. At his shows you are guaranteed to see pure country music at its best as he entertains you with one of the best voices in country music today, accompanied by top quality backing tracks and acoustic/electric guitar playing. |
WRANGLER play the type of Country Music you can relate to. A good choice of traditional Country Music from Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson, George Jones and Hank Williams and some modern material from George Strait, Alan Jackson, Mark Chestnut and Vince Gill are included in their vast repertoire. What you see is what you get, ‘100% Live Country Music' |
Paul Wheater known as "Yorkshire's Jim Reeves", Paul's relaxed style of singing has resulted in packed theatres all over Britain, including the world famous London Palladium. His Country Music is loved by thousands, but Paul says; "Singing in order to spread the Gospel message, is the greatest privilege I can imagine". |
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