Hartland are a Midlands based band comprising of 6 experienced musicians sharing their passion for "Modern Country Music" and featuring Dawn Jacques (lead vocals/guitar), Bob Wyllie (vocals/guitar), Joe (electric guitar, banjo, lap steel), Graham Wheatley (bass guitar, vocals), Helen Butterfield (fiddle, vocals) and John Iliffe (drums).
The band bring many years experience together independently playing across many genres, but its their dedication to Modern Country Music that delivers their not to be missed on-stage chemistry. Performing mainly covers from todays biggest country artists such as Keith Urban, Dixie Chicks, The Band Perry, Kacey Musgraves, Lady Antebellum, Sara Evans, Ward Thomas, Maren Morris, and many more.
Their 4-part vocal harmonies and ever inter-changing dynamics lift some of today's best country songs. Just try to stop yourself tapping your feet and singing along...!
All the way from the deep south of Leicestershire, South Congress consists of a husband & wife, father & daughter, and a couple of old timers who have graced the local music scene for longer than they can remember.
Featuring lap steel guitar, mandolin and banjo, alongside the usual guitars, bass and drums, they create their own take on the Americana sound to be found emanating from the clubs & bars of the South Congress area of Austin, Texas.
The sound ranges from sweet gentle harmonies to foot stomping floor fillers. Whether its unplugged for that back porch down home feel, or plugged in for a swampy, driven sound, South Congress keep it tight and let it loose, all at the same time.
Expect some originals, some covers and some original covers.