Artist - John Hollier - Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel 1

John Hollier - 'Feed The Flame' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

It was sparked early on in his native Louisiana, where music was a way of life, infused in everything from Saturday nights at the local honky-tonks to Sunday morning church services. That flame was only fanned into adulthood as he made his way to Nashville, soon hitting the road as a guitarist-for-hire for the likes of Dwight Yoakam, Heart, Billy Currington and beyond. 

It was during a stint working as a touring guitarist for major acts like Cassadee Pope and Carly Pearce that the flame spread. Hollier burned to release his own material, the singer-songwriter setting out to make a name for himself with pockets full of heart-worn songs.

He's done just that, packing houses and raking in streams with his rough-and-ready brand of country-tinged and soul-fueled heartland rock.

During the Holler Nashville Sessions, Hollier rattled off a trifecta of such tunes, including his latest single 'Feed the Flame', a smoldering opus with which the artist revealed some of that blaze within.

John Hollier - 'Lonesome Highway' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

Where 'Feed the Flame' ignited pure unbridled energy within the bandleader, his next offering, 'The Lonesome Highway', saw him take a step back, gently stoking the embers with the haunting ballad.

Soft strings and a pattering beat gave life to the balmy tune, Hollier's pained baritone breathing the song's wounded heroine into existence. "

 "She's no stranger to the ways of the lost and found / So just take if you dare / She ain't taking the high road / She's just coming up for air.

As 'The Lonesome Highway' burned out much the way it began, with the dying notes of a delicate waltz, a new song was born from the ashes. 

From the anthemic 'Reckless Love', brought forth from a blanketing of singeing steel and a jangling beat, erupted the very best of the singer-songwriter, the song sparking with courage, strength and wisdom alongside his bold song-styling. 

With his final tune, like a fearless dare, he invited listeners to take chances in life and in love, to put their money where their mouths are and gamble on 

John Hollier - 'Reckless Love' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

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George Dickel present John Hollier for the Holler Nashville Sessions, performing his songs 'Feed The Flame', 'Lonesome Highway' and 'Reckless Love'.

Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel: John Hollier

The Louisiana native rattled off a trifecta of tunes, including his latest single 'Feed the Flame', during the Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel.

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Artist - Owen Riegling - Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel 1

Owen Riegling - 'Old Dirt Roads' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

Over the years, country music has cemented itself as a genre that is truly countrywide. Not just pigeonholed to the south – though its offerings often talk of this region of the US – massive stars have popped up from every corner of America... and well beyond that, too. With Australian, British and Canadian artists making leaps and bounds in the mainstream arena in recent years, it's safe to say that country music is actually worldwide. 

Canadian singer-songwriter, Owen Riegling, is the perfect example of country music's expansion. Having scored a few hits and several award wins in his home country in only a matter of years, he's also been opening up for acts like Tyler Hubbard, Chase Rice and more.

Stopping by the Holler Nashville Sessions, Riegling treated us to a trio of acoustic tunes, including the gravely homage to his hometown of Mildmay, Ontario.

"This is a song I wrote in college about missing home and it's done some cool things for me recently. I'm super, super thankful for that," he shared before breaking into fan-favorite, 'Old Dirt Roads'. Touching on the charms and pit falls of where he grew up, he sings: "

I'd go back in a minute to the land of the wicked, wheat fields and old dirt roads

Owen Riegling - 'Dan' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

Sticking to the small town state of mind, which lives throughout much of his growing discography, Riegling also introduced us to 'Dan'. Found on his newly released EP, 

, he explained that he "met a fella named Dan, and I feel like if you're from a small town, you know somebody just like this".

Digging into his rockier and grittier side, while also showing off his impressive picking, we hear the story of your local blue collar, everyday man who lives and breathes the southern lifestyle down to a T. With something like 500,000 miles tacked on to his trusty Chevy pickup, running on a steady supply of nicotine and equal part church going and hell raising, it's the archetype of the southern man and infectious as can be.

Turning to his final offering, we see a much softer side to the country chameleon. As Riegling has enjoyed a swift rise that's seen him criss-crossing the US and Canada and seeing so many of his dreams materialize over the last few years, he's also been keenly aware of the personal cost that it's taken.

Before diving into his vulnerable 'Home Less', he shared: "This past year has been super crazy for me. I've been away from home more than I ever have in my entire life combined in the last twelve months. I've done a lot of bucket list things and played for a lot of country music fans, and I'm super grateful and thankful for all of it. But sometimes I find myself on long drives or on planes looking out the window and just letting my mind drift back to the people I'm not with".

Setting the stage for one of his favorite songs thus far in his career, he added: "That's sort of where the inspiration for this song came from. I love that I'm seeing more, but a little part of me hates the fact that I'm coming home less and less".

It's a stunning portrayal of the sometimes grueling but always invigorating artist lifestyle and the sacrifices needed to chase that tantalizing neon-tinged dream.

Owen Riegling - 'Home Less' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

George Dickel present Owen Riegling for the Holler Nashville Sessions, performing his songs 'Old Dirt Roads,' 'Home Less' and 'Dan.'

Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel: Owen Riegling

The burgeoning singer-songwriter sat down for a trio of tunes during the Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel.

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Artist - MacKenzie Porter 5

MacKenzie Porter - ‘Pay Me Back In Change’ | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

Following her stunning UK Holler Live Session at the Betsey Trotwood Pub in London last year, we found it far too ‘Easy To Miss’ MacKenzie Porter and simply 

This time around, it was in Porter's adopted home of Music City, with the Canadian hitmaker delivering three stand-outs from her April sophomore album, 

, ‘Pay Me Back In Change’, ‘Easy To Miss’ and ‘Rough Ride For A Cowboy’ for her Holler Nashville Session, presented by George Dickel. 

Each song showcases a different string to MacKenzie Porter's formidable bow, with the deftly navigated ‘Pay Me Back In Change’ finding the ‘Young at Heart’ singer-songwriter crooning intricately about how she sees through a lover's attempts to paper over the cracks. 

It's a heartbreakingly candid ballad, with Porter's captivating vocals taking centre-stage alongside the gentle, poignant strum of her and Louis Johnson's acoustic guitars. 

MacKenzie Porter - ‘Easy To Miss’ | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

On ‘Easy To Miss’, Porter maintains that same gravitas with her vocals, but gives the track a more playful tone as her internal rhymes cascade satisfyingly down the instrumental. 

Hearing ‘Easy To Miss’ and ‘Pay Me Back In Change’ side by side brings a new sense of appreciation for each track. Both offerings pivot around a witty piece of wordplay and explore heartbreak, but ‘Easy To Miss’ carries an intentionally lighter, warmer ambience compared to the cold, yearning atmosphere of ‘Pay Me Back In Change’. 

‘Rough Ride For A Cowboy’, the last of the three songs in the setlist for MacKenzie Porter's Holler Nashville Sessions, presented by George Dickel, flips the script entirely. Porter assumes the role of a pistol-wielding, Annie Oakley-esque outlaw, as she gives the local Casanova a taste of his own medicine (“Nothing breaks his heart like breaking his pride / When he ain't got the reigns on goodbye”). Brandishing a bedazzled fiddle, MacKenzie Porter ensures this swaggering, rip-roaring tale feels as energetic and thrilling as ever in this acoustic setting. 

With the sleek production eschewed in favour of sparse, raw accompaniment, the spotlight lands firmly on MacKenzie Porter's enchanting voice and the lyrical dexterity of these songs, reminding listeners that often - as she outlines on another of the many highlights from 

MacKenzie Porter - ‘Rough Ride For A Cowboy’ | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

George Dickel presents MacKenzie Porter for the Holler Nashville Sessions, performing her songs ‘Pay Me Back In Change’, ‘Easy To Miss’ and ‘Rough Ride For A Cowboy’.

Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel: MacKenzie Porter

The Canadian hitmaker serenades us with an enchantingly stripped-back performance of three stand-outs from her new album, ‘Nobody's Born With A Broken Heart’.

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Artist - Emily Nenni Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel 2

Emily Nenni - 'Lay of the Land' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

 two years ago, we've been devout followers of Nashville-based honky tonk serenader Emily Nenni. 

Having now treated us to her sophomore effort, the supreme 

in May this year, we felt it was nigh on time Nenni joined us for her first Holler Live Session in Music City.

Performing two songs from the second record and one from the first, Nenni treats us to a set we won't quickly forget. 

Emily Nenni - 'We Sure Could Two Step' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

'Lay of the Land' is a winsome and beautiful exploration of self, Nenni's poetic imagery taking you places you never even thought you could visit. It's escapist, but in the aspirational sense - the desire to find both home and your feet. Nenni possesses that same worn spirit as a songwriter as someone like Colter Wall, a poet who captures sage tales in a bottle and mixes them with longing and hunger for fulfilment.

Speaking of Colter, it feels pertinent then that Nenni would be joined by her pedal steel player Muskrat Jones, who also plays steel with the 'Sleeping On The Backtop' singer. His atmospheric steel playing adds waves of emotion to Nenni's session, no less than on her second song 'We Should Could Two Step'. Playful yet laced with a sorrowful bow, Nenni latches onto the fading notions of a love that couldn't work out, simply left with the steps they traced as they danced together, arm in arm.

Closing out with the apt 'Leavin'' from her first album 

, Nenni displays just how stirring and poignant a songwriter she can be, even with the heartbreaking finality of a song like this. Away from the honky tonks and dive bars, Nenni's music is candid and intimate, tales of forlorn love and finding yourself the order we keep taking away.

Emily Nenni - 'Leavin' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

George Dickel Presents Emily Nenni for the Holler Nashville Sessions, peforming her songs 'Lay of the Land', We Sure Could Two Step' and 'Leavin'.

Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel: Emily Nenni

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Artist - Angel White Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel 1

Angel White - 'Red Blanket' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

Since Angel White suddenly appeared in Music City at the top of this year, his acoustic guitar and voice that could bring anyone with a heart of stone to tears has captured the imaginations of all who have heard him. 

His debut EP, the individual and creative 

arrived in May - a cinematic masterpiece that signalled to us that White was going to be someone special. Now, with his first Holler Live Session from Nashville, he cements just why we have such belief in the power of his music.

Angel White - 'Down By The River' Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

"This first's one called 'RED BLANKET', and it's about a blanket my Grandmother made me". White begins, introducing his opener. "It's just the idea that keepsakes keep people alive, no matter where they go". Brewing up a deserted western soundscape that drips with longing, White conjures a vivid and tangible narrative that weighs heavy with loss, but also grace and thanks.

'DOWN BY THE RIVER', Angel's latest single that was released in July, is next. A slower and less percussive performance of the song than it's studio recording, it allows White's soulful, moving voice to come to the forefront, whistling a confident and optimistic tune to help you take that next step forward, wherever it may lead you.

Closing with the wondrous '2733', it's both a heartbreaking collection of memories and a gentle warning to really think it through when getting matching tattoos with your love.

A powerful performance that could ring out across any room, White shows just why we've fallen in love with this evocative artist so quickly in 2024.

Angel White - '2733' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

George Dickel presents Angel White for the Holler Nashville Sessions, performing his songs 'Red Blanket', 'Down By The River' and '2733'.

Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel: Angel White

Artist - Matt Koziol Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel 1

Matt Koziol - 'Last of the Old Dogs' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

Not only is Matt Koziol one of our favourite rising artists in country music right now, but he's a darn good yarn spinner to boot.

Not in the literal sense with the big hulking machine, and not anywhere near to the point of far-fetched theatrics. Koziol is a storyteller, through both word and song, and we wouldn't have him any other way.

The reason why his stories and songs are so evocative is because they come from both the heart and soul - tales of everything he's observed, experienced and stumbled through in equal measure.

Treating us to some of the choice cuts from his 2024 album, Koziol shows just why he's now becoming such a sought-after songwriter and rising artist in the country game.

When played live, his songs ripple with the distortion and reverb of a rock show, but in this acoustic setting, his lyricism comes to the fore - exhibiting Koziol to be a sage and encompassing writer.

Matt Koziol - 'The Fire' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

None are more evident of this than his first song, the title track of his latest record, 'Last of the Old Dogs'. Both a tribute to his faithful pooch and a poignant reflection on life and making memories in the present, Koziol's song is a true tear-jerker, one that will have you thanking him for letting the emotion out in ways we didn't really know how.

"This one's about staying in a relationship for way too long after it's burnt out," Koziol surmises about 'The Fire', his bruising eye-opener from the latest album. Subtly accompanied by a mournful yet wondering acoustic guitar, Koziol's voice aches with finality - wishing things were different but understanding why the hurricane has settled. 

"This is a fun one about being yourself as you get older," Koziol begins as he introduces his final song, 'Old Fashioned'. "Sometimes people want to move closer to the city, I found myself wanting to move very far away and near nobody. I'm getting that done slowly but surely".

It's one moment of many that Koziol's sincerity and vulnerability shines through, something that enriches his songs with frankness and empathy that many songwriters struggle to find. He might be old fashioned and one of the last of the old dogs, but that makes him damn sure special to us.

Matt Koziol - 'Old Fashioned' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

George Dickel Present Matt Koziol for the Holler Nashville Sessions, performing his songs 'Old Fashioned', 'The Fire' and 'Last of the Old Dogs'.

Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel: Matt Koziol

The 'Last of The Old Dogs' singer-songwriter joins George Dickel for his first ever Holler Nashville Session.

Matt Koziol - 'Old Fashioned' Live Acoustic Session | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

49 Winchester

Artist - 49 Winchester Holler Nashville Session Presented by George Dickel 1

49 Winchester - 'Yearnin' For You' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

Over a year and a half has passed since 49 Winchester joined us in London, UK, up in the cosy confines of the Betsey Trotwood pub, for their first Holler Live Session.

Fresh into their first venture overseas, the band were buoyed by the opportunities in front of them, confident in showing why so many new fans had fallen for this new, exciting group from Virginia. Stripping back their set into a skeleton frame, they showed during the session the alluring romanticism and heartfelt vulnerability of their songwriting, led by the merry tune of frontman Isaac Gibson.

Rejoining the group in Music City, Nashville, Tennessee, we witness their resilience. After nearly two years on the road and with a brand new album, 

, under their arms, the band returns a well-oiled machine that's lost none of its fervour, aspiration and captivating soul. Their journey is a source of inspiration for all aspiring musicians.

49 Winchester - 'Leavin' This Holler' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

This time around, the group is even more stripped-back. Isaac and Tim provide guitar and keys, offering a distinctive take on two songs from the new record and an old classic.

'Yearnin' For You', the lead single from their sophomore effort, will always be a pining and spirited love song, however you present it. In this setting, though, Isaac's words linger for longer in the atmosphere, emphasising the things they sacrifice while out on the road to do what they love.

It's clear why 'Leavin' This Holler' is the centre point and narrative driver of this latest album. One of the deepest and most lacerating songs they've written, their acoustic performance of it here is moving and liberating—Isaac's voice exasperated as he relinquishes the town that made him in hopes of finding a better chapter in life.

To close, the duo reminds us just why we fell in love with them nearly two years ago. You'll be hard-pressed to find a song better at encompassing the feeling of missing home than 'Russell County Line'. As the song captures the hearts of so many more people, we cherish and rely on it to give us even more comfort and strength.

With their second Holler Live Session, we find 49 Winchester in the form of their lives, with no sign of it stopping there.

49 Winchester - 'Russell County Line' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

George Dickel present 49 Winchester for the Holler Nashville Sessions, performing their songs, 'Yearnin' For You', 'Leavin' This Holler' and 'Russell County Line'.

Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel: 49 Winchester

The Virginia group return to the Holler Live Sessions for their second appearance following the release of their new album, 

49 Winchester - 'Russell County Line' Live Acoustic Session | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

Artist - Angie K Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel 1

Angie K - 'Red Dirt on Mars' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

"Of course, I had them pour me a nice shot of whiskey" Angie K proclaims, introducing her first Holler Nashville Session the only way she knows how. "Dickel is actually made here in Nashville, and I don't know where you are in the world watching this, but if you haven't tried George Dickel Whiskey, you haven't lived just yet".

Complex songwriter, born entertainer, whiskey connoisseur; who else do you need when you've got Angie K.  

Since her appearance in Blake Shelton's team on The Voice US in 2016, Angie K has been on a rollercoaster ride through a fairytale. Taking her poetic and personal songwriting across the US with Jordan Davis, Tanya Tucker, Jake Owen and so many more, Angie even made the time to deliver two studio albums and a now beloved Disney duet.

Now, with new music on the horizon, it was certainly time for her to record a Holler Nashville Session. Presented by George Dickel, Angie gifts us with two new songs and a slow-burning gem from her back catalogue.

"I'm, gosh, 32 years old now, I've put out a couple of records" Angie begins, introducing her first song, the 2024 single 'Red Dirt On Mars'. "I've gotten to the place and I've made a community where I don't feel as scared to share a slower song".

"It's kind of vulnerable, it was when I was living in a little town called Gainsville, Georgia, and it was after one of my first relationships with a girl" Angie continues, "I was the reason that failed, but it still hurt, ok? I felt really alone and still attached to the earth - I don't know if that makes sense, but hopefully through this song, it will".

Besotted with the place she's from, but unable to get past the memories that paint the walls, Angie searches for answers in faraway places. It's a beautiful exploration of place, time and tangible feelings.

Angie K - 'Laredo' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

"This next song is actually on the side of my mom - I was born in El Salvador, and moved to Georgia when I was 11. My mom's side is from New Mexico, Colorado, Texas - some ramblers out there".

"I always heard these crazy stories about my great-grandparents" she explains, "I finally put them in a song, and it's called 'Laredo' - here's a little family history for you".

A heated, romantic waltz - 'Laredo' conjures images of love, struggle and euphoria under the Texas Moon. It exhibits Angie's powerful storytelling; the singer grinning as she leads us in the all encompassing narrative dance she's conducting.

"I'm going to play you guys a little bit of a drinking song" Angie announces before playing her final song. "It's a drinking song because it's sad, not because it tells you to drink". 

Written with revered songwriter and producer Stephanie Smith, K explains the influence Smith had on her when it came to releasing the song, out on August 2nd, 2024. 

"It's a very vulnerable song, and I almost didn't put in on the record, but I'm glad I did - just because of the stories i've heard of people relating to it".

Intensely personal and exposing, Angie somehow finds the words to convey the sort of love we all want to experience and express; one that is honest and true to ourselves. "Maybe this love really ain't love at all / it's just two people with their backs against last call" she sings, "it sure beats the hell out of being alone". 

With the heartbreaking finality of such a line, Angie lays out everything, in the hopes of being able to help others willing to listen. It's brave, forthright and moving - as all country songs should be.

Angie K - 'Death of Me' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

George Dickel Present Angie K for the Holler Nashville Sessions, performing her songs, 'Red Dirt on Mars', 'Laredo' and 'Death of Me'.

Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel: Angie K

On the release day of her brand new single, 'Death of Me', George Dickel Present Angie K for the Holler Nashville Sessions.

Angie K - 'Death of Me' Live Acoustic Session | Holler Nashville Sessions

Artist - Sophia Scott Holler Nashville Sessions George Dickel 1

Sophia Scott - 'Wildflowers' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

When it comes to Sophia Scott's brand of fiery, empowering, country pop, everything is worn on her sleeve.

her captivating 2023 debut album for EMPIRE, revelled in it's sincerity but it's determination, Scott proving to be a killer songwriter who could crush a break-up through the power of voice and word.

With the drive and desire to look ahead, Scott is already thinking about what's next. That's proven in her Holler Nashville Session Presented by George Dickel, as she treats us to two exciting new cuts, plus a fan favourite hit.

Sophia Scott - 'Lipstick On You' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

"I wrote it inspired by a moment I had down by the river, near this waterfall outside of Nashville" Scott begins, "I was going through a heartbreak and basically had this sort of spiritual, religious experience, whatever you want to call it".

"I baptised myself in the river after a breakup" she continues. "I had this moment of rebirth and felt like I was going to be ok again for the first time in a long time, so this song is very special to me".

Scott's forthright lyricism allows you to sink into her music so easily. Sure, it's undoubtedly personal, but the way in which Scott embraces this through universal themes of break-ups, personal growth and finding one's self are what make her songs distinctive and memorable. Come back to us in a couple days and tell us you've haven't got that whistle hook stuck in your head, we dare you.

The dejected 'Lipstick On You' is next - a prime favourite from 

you can tell that Scott isn't afraid to exhibit her vulnerability to find empowerment for herself and those that listen. We've all been stuck on that one person we just can't shake, and that makes us feel worse with each passing day; 'Lipstick On You' goes someway to leaving it all on the page and turning a corner for the better.

We close with quite suitably with a new chapter - the defiant and liberating 'I Believe In Love Again'. Set in the narrative of the person you love marrying someone else, Scott finds strength in finding the centre within herself - opening the curtains to let the sun shine in at the darkest of moments. It's there you realise how easy it is to lose yourself in something you believe to be right, and how you will, one day, find love again.

Alex Lambert - 'I Believe In Love Again' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

George Dickel presents Sophia Scott for the Holler Nashville Sessions, performing her songs 'Wildflowers', 'Lipstick On You' and 'I Believe In Love Again'.

Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel: Sophia Scott

The rising country-pop songwriter makes her debut for the Holler Nashville Sessions.

Holler Nashville Sessions: Sophia Scott

Artist - Alex Lambert Holler Nashville Session 1

Alex Lambert - 'I Think I'm In Love' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

"I'm Alex Lambert from Forth Worth, Texas".

A songwriter at heart, Alex Lambert has arrived in Nashville ready to spread his wings. Growing up on a healthy diet of country and soul, the Texan will leave you stunned the second he opens his mouth, releasing one of the most powerful yet emotionally intricate voices in all of Music City.

Sporting a vintage Opryland cap and a guitar that weeps, Lambert delivers one of our favourite sessions to date - a beautifully soulful and comforting experience.

Alex Lambert - 'Durango' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

With 'I Think I'm In Love', Lambert captures that sort of love that makes your heart want to burst, but you need to recognise and appreciate it for what it is first. Lambert's voice embodies this, climbing towards a crescendo as if he wants to bellow it from the rooftops. 

The soulful, fingerpicked acoustic is the sweet and playful accompaniment the song needs - encompassing the jittery butterflies you get at the thought of the one you love.

The title 'Durango' hints at evocative images of romantic memories in Colorado, but in reality, the song captures heartbreak and yearning at the centre of a quiet night in the fields. In the blur of recollections and wishing his love was still around, Lambert lowers his shield and bawls through the chorus, his voice a tender, vulnerable projection.

Closing with his hot-streaming hit, 'Cryin In The Rain', Lambert offers up his slick, fervent take on the blues. It's a weighty yet amorous take, Lambert recognising there's no point in wallowing in the lows, as he'll still feel the same about his love when the storms clear.

A rising star with a voice that'll silence any room, Lambert is so much more than just one to watch. 

Alex Lambert - 'Cryin In The Rain' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

George Dickel presents Alex Lambert for the Holler Nashville Sessions, performing his songs 'I Think I'm In Love', 'Durango' and 'Cryin In The Rain'.

Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel: Alex Lambert

The country-soul singer joins George Dickel for a stunning first Holler Nashville Session.

Alex Lambert - 'Cryin In The Rain' | Holler Nashville Sessions

Artist - Harper O'Neill Holler Nashville Session 1

Harper O'Neill - 'Guilty' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

There's a general rule of thumb when it comes to playing the support slot at a particular venue in London, UK. If you open the stage at The Apollo and manage to stun the crowd into silence, you've got something special. In this writer's experience, that has only ever happened once, and it was managed by the very artist you've come here to witness today.

Harper O'Neill possesses that something special. A Texan living in Tennessee with the talent requisite of both, O'Neill writes some of the most arresting songs in country music and has a striking, profound voice with which to deliver them.

So when it came time for O'Neill to record her first Holler Nashville Session, within the quaint confines of the George Dickel bar, we knew it was going to be one we wouldn't forget. 

Harper O'Neill - 'Bottom Line' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

"This song is called 'Guilty', and it's for the lovers," O'Neill declares affectionately when introducing her first take. A stunning admission of yearning and acceptance in loving someone, O'Neill layers her booming, dexterous voice across a soulful acoustic bounce. It's bold, freeing and romantic in the most joyous of ways, and a beautiful start to the session.

"It's about losing someone and not really understanding how you lost them," O'Neill explains before playing her second song, 'Bottom Line'. It's a startling piece, O'Neill leaving every exasperated feeling of pain and emotion in the song. It's a fearless and utterly moving performance.

"'I'm Not Her' is about changing yourself when you get left behind". Perhaps O'Neill's most poignant and evocative song to date, 'I'm Not Her' captures a distinctly painful yet necessary process we all go through when love comes to an end, changing the person we are to find ourselves once more. O'Neill's piercing lyricism is only made sharper by her vocal delivery, which in the close space of the session sounds absolutely thundering.

A stunning session, Harper O'Neill proves why she's one of the most powerful and significant artists coming out of Music City today.

Harper O'Neill - 'I'm Not Her' | Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel

George Dickel presents Harper O'Neill for the Holler Nashville Sessions, performing her songs 'Guilty', 'Bottom Line' and 'I'm Not Her'.

Holler Nashville Sessions Presented by George Dickel: Harper O'Neill

The Texas country-soul rising star takes to the George Dickel bar for her first Holler Nashville Session.

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