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Artist - Sara Watkins 1
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INTERVIEWCuts The Deepest: Sara Watkins

Watkins spoke with Amanda Wicks about the songs she connected to most as a child, why it was important for her to record a family-friendly album and takes us deeper into Under the Pepper Tree.

Artist - Caitlyn Smith 1
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INTERVIEWIn Conversation: Caitlyn Smith

Speaking with Carena Liptak, the cosmic country singer explains she’s more confident in her “genre-less” musical identity - and in herself personally - than ever before.

Riley Downing
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INTRODUCINGNew Artist of the Week: Riley Downing

Ahead of his forthcoming debut solo album, Missouri-based Riley Downing is today premiering his latest single ‘Good To See Ya’ on Holler. A blues-drenched jam that moseys along to the rhythm of Downing’s dusty Southern drawl, the track is an ode to staying hopeful and appreciating life’s happy moments, no matter how small they might be.

Artist - Emma and Jolie
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INTRODUCINGSingle Premiere: Emma & Jolie - 'How Do I Choose' ft. Josh Kerr

The UK Duo have teamed up with Grammy-Winning singer-songwriter Kerr for the poignant, longing ballad.

Solomon Burke
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OPINIONSolomon Burke: The Country Star?

The key in understanding the soul legend is realizing that his talents as a vocalist lent very well to him becoming the biggest Black country star since DeFord Bailey.

Sam Williams
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INTERVIEWIntroducing: Sam Williams

Sam Williams is reluctant country royalty. Holler spoke to him early in the morning in Nashville, as he sat in a cosy loft space, relaxed and ready to talk about absolutely everything. No holds barred.