09 September 2016
Newsdesk
Ward Thomas, 22 year old twin sisters Catherine and Lizzy, have made history with the first ever number one album by a UK country artist with their stunning major label debut ‘Cartwheels’ out now on Sony/WTW. The Hampshire born twins who went to Nashville to perfect their blend of country and pop are delighted to have the number one album in the UK this week.
Catherine and Lizzy said: “We are absolutely thrilled to be number one in the album chart. A huge thank you to everyone who has bought it and for all the support that has helped us get there. We are incredibly excited and proud to be part of this first for country music. Today is a dream come true!”
‘Cartwheels’ already boasts two stand out singles: ‘Carry You Home’ and ‘Guilty Flowers. Critics have compared their sound favourably to that of one of their major inspirations Taylor Swift. The twins write songs that accurately reflect what it’s like to be a young woman in 2016 and wrap their beautiful harmonies around those heartfelt sentiments.
Catherine and Lizzy celebrated the album release with a Facebook Live performance with BeBox Live. Watch it here.
The pair will perform live at the Under The Apple Tree Roots Festival presented by Bob Harris at Cadogan Hall on September 10th, alongside a stellar lineup of artists including Patty Griffin and Scott Matthews. They have also recently announced a run of 16 UK dates this autumn:
October
Wed 5th
BRIGHTON, Komedia
Thu 6th
OXFORD, The Bullingdon
Fri 7th
NORWICH, Open
Sun 9th
LEEDS, The Wardrobe
Mon 10t
h GLASGOW, Oran Mor
Wed 12th
HULL, Welly
Thu 13th
CAMBRIDGE, The Portland Arms – SOLD OUT
Fri 14th
LIVERPOOL, East Village Arts Club – SOLD OUT
Sat 15th
GUILDFORD, Boileroom – SOLD OUT
Mon 17th
CARDIFF, The Globe
Tue 18th
BRISTOL, The Fleece
Wed 19th
LONDON, Bush Hall – SOLD OUT
Fri 21st
SOUTHAMPTON, Engine Rooms
Sat 22nd
MANCHESTER, The Deaf Institute
Mon 24th
LEAMINGTON SPA, The Assembly
Tue 25th
EXETER, Phoenix
www.wardthomasmusic.com
