Joel Adam Russell with Support from Brandon Ridley

Born and raised in Texas, Joel cut his teeth in the bars of Deep Ellum starting at the age of 13. There he would share the stage with Dallas-area natives such as Maren Morris, Kacey Musgraves, Green River Ordinance, and others. Following his first release of music under his own name, Joel was lauded for his thoughtful lyricism and the hearty grit of his voice. It was after reading a memoir by Nashville troubadour, Todd Snider, and the fascination that came from his description of the East Nashville songwriting community that Joel piled his humble belongings into his car and drove across the country to experience Tennessee for himself. After nearly a decade in Nashville 2 full length records later Joel is stood at the forefront of true Americana songwriting.

Support:
Brandon Ridley is Welsh Country singer. Building a solid reputation as a thoughtful songwriter drawing influences from traditional old time music and infusing it with a modern twist. Brandon started his career in folk clubs across North Wales and has gone onto supporting artists such as The Goat Roper Rodeo Band, Summer Dean and toured with Sterling Drake across the UK in early 2024 as well as headlining festivals & rooms around the UK. Brandon is fast becoming a leading voice in the UK Country scene.

“A Bruce Springsteen, John Prine Hybrid for our generation” - Rogue Radio