Gasoline & Matches

Gasoline & Matches are a high energy, multi-award winning, dual fronted British band combining close harmonies, melodic guitar licks and serious musicianship. Fronted by Birmingham natives Sally Rea Morris and Stephen Marks, they are fierce entertainers known for their tongue-in-cheek and much-loved song "Never Have I Ever" described by Bob Harris as “Clever, funny, totally original…and it’s Country!” They built momentum after multiple spins on BBC Radio 2, and never fail to get festival goers on their feet to participate in the infamous drinking game which inspired the song. As resident hosts of Nashville Sounds in the Round, their Bluebird Cafe style songwriter round at Birmingham Symphony Hall, it’s clear to see their contribution & influence on Country and Americana music in the Midlands.

Captivating audiences with his unique, husky voice and tasteful piano accompaniment, Eddy Smith has been making his mark on the UK’s growing Americana scene. Widely recognised as one of the major male vocalists on the Country Soul and Blues circuit, his infectious melodies and soulful song-writing has drawn comparisons to the likes of Joe Cocker, JJ Grey and Marcus King to name a few. With an irresistible blend of various Americana styles, such as Blues, Soul, Country and Rock, the quintet take a leaf from the books of Nathaniel Rateliff, The Rolling Stones, The Eagles and countless other pioneers of their Genres.  Deemed festival favourites since appearing on some of the UK's most prestigious stages, including The Isle of Wight Festival, Black Deer, The Long Road, Americana UK Festival, Cambridge Folk, The British Country Music Festival and more, along with prestigious support slots such as opening for George Thorogood & The Destroyers at Birmingham Symphony Hall, the band have gained recognition as 'ones to watch' on the UK Roots scene. Having sold out their debut album launch, along with a packed-out headline show at London's iconic The Jazz Cafe, international live performances including The USA and Europe, radio play and TV features, the band are well and truly on their way towards a bright future.

When you hear Lakelin Lemmings sing for the first time, you can’t help but feel like you’ve been listening to her forever. The 20-year-old singer-songwriter from West Tennessee is utterly approachable, and undeniably herself. She’s the all-American girl next door, with big dreams and the talent to achieve them. Lakelin began singing at age six and grew up listening to icons like Dolly Parton, Reba McEntire, Loretta Lynn and Lee Ann Womack, along with today’s stars Miranda Lambert and Carrie Underwood, and a heavy helping of Nineties pop. She signed her first Nashville publishing deal at just 17 years old and has since amassed more than 120,000 followers on TikTok. Connection and communication with her audience is what drives Lakelin’s songwriting. Get Around Boy, her debut EP on Quartz Hill Records, captures the emotional push-and-pull of small-town roots, restless ambition, faith, and modern country storytelling. The EP’s title track, “Get Around Boy,” is a contemporary-tinged road anthem that explores the personal cost of chasing dreams. The song is also Lakelin’s debut U.S. country radio single, which debuted as a Top 5 Most Added Song in the format.

Jake O’Neill is a UK based country artist, hailing from small town Burscough, Lancashire. Opening for major artists such as 49 Winchester, along with national radio plays on Absolute Country Radio - Jake is gearing up 2026 to be his most successful year yet. After already selling out his first headline gig, 2025 saw Jake gigging in Germany, Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland and the USA, along with major festival slots at the likes of The Long Road, Country to Country, Country Calling, and Buckle & Boots. With huge inspiration from Chris Stapleton , Kameron Marlowe and ERNEST Jake is without doubt one of the fastest growing country artists in Europe. Taking listeners on a journey through the highs and lows of life and love, O’Neill draws inspiration from personal experiences and the timeless traditions of old and modern country. 

Sam Hatmaker is a Nashville-based country and Americana artist known for her honest, story-driven songwriting and a sound that blends modern country production with classic Southern influences. Originally from Tennessee, she began performing at a young age and quickly built a reputation as a natural storyteller with a strong lyrical voice. Her early career included professional songwriting development in Nashville, where she earned a publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music as a teenager and began honing her craft in the city’s competitive writing rooms. Musically, Sam sits in the space between traditional country and contemporary Americana, drawing on themes of growing up, love, heartbreak, and resilience. Her work often carries a raw, conversational quality — the kind of writing that feels equally at home in a small songwriter round as it does on a festival stage. She has collaborated with established Nashville producers, including Nathan Chapman, and continues to build momentum through independent releases and live performances across Tennessee and beyond. Songs such as Trailer Park Traitor, Town on Fire, and Still Believe in You showcase her ability to pair vivid storytelling with melodic, hook-led country arrangements. As an emerging voice in modern country music, Sam Hatmaker represents the newer wave of Nashville artists bringing together traditional songwriting roots with a fresh, emotionally direct style.