20270122: Friday 22nd January 2027: Americana Writers' Round

Americana Writers' Round

with Tennessee Twin; Katy Hurt; Gareth Nugent; Sammie Soravia

At the Golden Hind, 355 Milton Road, Cambridge CB4 1SP

8pm (Doors open 7:30pm)

Entry: £14(door), £13(advance), £12(members).

Tennessee Twin
Celebrated as a much-loved singer-songwriter duo, inspired by both country and folk, Tennessee
Twin deliver close harmonies and rootsy storytelling with a road-worn charm. Honest, melodic and
atmospheric, their sound is warmly intimate, with a timeless quality and quietly powerful edge.
In 2018 their song ‘Wings of Red White & Blue’ won the British Airways/Nashville Music City
song-writing competition, taking them to record in Nashville, Tennessee. Their debut EP ‘Tips In A
Jar’ went straight into the iTunes UK Country Chart at No.1 the following year and was followed by
two further EPs ‘Lost Years’ in 2022 and ‘Shifting Sands’ in 2025.
This year they opened for Canadian superstars ‘The Washboard Union’s for their UK tour and for
Nashville’s Shelly Fairchild. Festival performances include C2C at London's O2 Arena, The British
Country Music Festival, Cambridge Folk Festival, Chris Evan’s CarFest, Buckle & Boots Festival,
The West Country Music Festival and Foodies Festivals all across the UK.

Katy Hurt
London-Born, US-raised and now a Wirral local, Katy Hurt blends country with a knack for vivid
storytelling and a voice that can move from delicate to defiant in a heartbeat. Her debut album
"Gimme A Break”, released last year and produced by Juno Award-winner Murray Pulver, cements
her place as one of the most vital voices in UK country.
Her other acclaimed releases include five UK iTunes number one singles and an EP which earned
accolades including Female Vocalist of the Year, Best EP, Best Song, and Best Video at the UK
Country Music Spotlight Awards.
Katy has earned herself a formidable live reputation and considers herself a “road dog”. She has
toured extensively across the UK and internationally, lighting up stages at major festivals such as
C2C, Pilton Party on Glastonbury’s iconic Pyramid Stage, and the Isle of Wight Festival. In 2024,
her single “Face to Face” was featured in the movie Slingshot, starring Casey Affleck and
Laurence Fishburne.
Katy's creative journey also took her to Canada, a place she now calls her second home, where
she wrote and recorded a wave of new material, including “Sounds Good In A Bar” and “Wish I
Could Give You Up,” both of which soared to Number 1 on the UK iTunes charts. These tracks
gained international traction, earning radio play on CBC, SiriusXM, KIX Australia, and a cover spot
on Amazon Music playlists.

Gareth Nugent
Irish country-rock artist Gareth Nugent is known for his powerful voice, charismatic stage presence
and ability to connect naturally with live audiences.

Born and raised in Dublin and now based in Sweden, Gareth combines contemporary country with
rock, classic song writing and influences from both sides of the Atlantic. His live performances
move effortlessly between country-rock anthems and emotional ballads.
Gareth’s career began in musical theatre after moving to London, where he secured a role in Elvis
The Musical. He later took over the leading role of Elvis and performed in London’s West End for
18 months.
As a country artist, Gareth has been nominated for two British Country Music Awards – Best Male
Vocalist and Horizon Artist – and regularly performs at festivals and live events across Ireland, the
United Kingdom, Sweden, Norway, Germany and Lithuania.
Gareth is also the co-host of the international television series The Road to Nashville, exploring
country music and its culture across international borders.
His music draws inspiration from artists such as The Eagles, Neil Diamond and John Denver,
creating a sound that combines memorable melodies, strong lyrics and a distinctive country-rock
edge.
Whether performing with his full band or in an acoustic setting Gareth Nugent delivers an engaging
and dynamic live experience filled with powerful vocals, personality, and genuine audience
connection.

Sammie Soravia
Sammie Soravia is a London-based country-folk singer-songwriter, originally from Pembrokeshire,
who writes songs about real life — love, friendship, heartbreak, loss, growing older, finding yourself
and all the little moments in between.
Music has always been part of Sammie’s life, but it was during lockdown, when she picked up the
guitar, that she began turning years of thoughts, feelings, and half-written lyrics into songs.
Since lockdown Sammie has performed at a wide variety of events and venues across the UK,
including Country On The Coast Festival, The Green Note (Camden), The Bedford (Balham),
Chelsea Arts Club, 21 Below (Soho) and the UK Country Radio Awards 2026.
As an independent artist, Sammie is carving out her own path and staying true to who she is. Her
music is honest, melodic, and rooted in storytelling, with influences including Fleetwood Mac,
James Taylor, and Eva Cassidy.
Her songs come from the heart, with stories and emotions that are easy to connect with — and if
one of her songs makes someone feel understood, smile, or see a little of their own story in it,
that’s what it’s all about.