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The dynamic transatlantic trio A Different Thread, are set to bring their acclaimed 'british-americana' show to York's The Black Swan.
The story of A Different Thread began with a serendipitous meeting, busking on the streets of Galway, Ireland. Alicia Best of Durham, North Carolina, and Englishman, Robert Jackson from the West Midlands. Their impromptu harmonies sparked a creative partnership that has flourished over eight years of independent music-making, touring relentlessly across the US, Europe, and beyond.
Known for their hair-raising vocal harmonies, intricate guitar, soulful fiddle, harmonica, and Alicia’s distinctive suitcase drum-kit, the duo has forged a minimalist yet powerful sound that resonates deeply with listeners.
Their songs delve into themes of travel and life on the road, parting ways, reuniting, being at a crossroads, counter-culture, and ultimately, change. Folk Radio UK lauded them as “warm, deep songwriters” with “a strong, independent sound,” a testament to their ability to craft songs that connect with audiences on a human level.
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A Different Thread Biography
"A Different Thread, the transatlantic band, is fronted by Alicia Best from Durham, North Carolina and Robert Jackson from Lichfield, England.
Their story began with a serendipitous meeting on the streets of Galway, Ireland, where the two songwriters first crossed paths while busking.
Their impromptu harmonies sparked a creative partnership that has flourished over eight years of relentless touring and independent music-making.
Known for their hair-raising vocal harmonies, intricate guitar, soulful fiddle, harmonica, and Alicia’s distinctive suitcase drum-kit, the duo has forged a minimalist yet powerful sound that resonates deeply with listeners.
Their songs delve into themes of travel and life on the road, parting ways, reuniting, being at a crossroads, counter-culture, and ultimately, change. Folk Radio UK lauded them as “warm, deep songwriters” with “a strong, independent sound,” a testament to their ability to craft songs that connect with audiences on a human level.
"Nothing short of intoxicating” - Hits In The Sticks
“These guys sound like a mature bottle of wine” - Claire Cavanagh, BBC Radio Bristol
"It touched my heart” - Sam Bonham, BBC 6 Music
Mehr lesenTheir story began with a serendipitous meeting on the streets of Galway, Ireland, where the two songwriters first crossed paths while busking.
Their impromptu harmonies sparked a creative partnership that has flourished over eight years of relentless touring and independent music-making.
Known for their hair-raising vocal harmonies, intricate guitar, soulful fiddle, harmonica, and Alicia’s distinctive suitcase drum-kit, the duo has forged a minimalist yet powerful sound that resonates deeply with listeners.
Their songs delve into themes of travel and life on the road, parting ways, reuniting, being at a crossroads, counter-culture, and ultimately, change. Folk Radio UK lauded them as “warm, deep songwriters” with “a strong, independent sound,” a testament to their ability to craft songs that connect with audiences on a human level.
"Nothing short of intoxicating” - Hits In The Sticks
“These guys sound like a mature bottle of wine” - Claire Cavanagh, BBC Radio Bristol
"It touched my heart” - Sam Bonham, BBC 6 Music
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Blues
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