Sally and Steve are not just one of UK country's power couples,
but they are the cornerstone of one of the most exciting "new" bands
on the scene. They aren't actually new, having been performing together since 2015
but they are making a very noticeable impression at festivals, invitation gigs
and by hosting their own songwriters night on their hometown of Birmingham.
Both Sally and Steve are full time professional musicians, splitting their time between gigging on the local live circuit, promoting at trade shows and writing kick ass country songs.
Despite what TV talent shows may make people think, working out on the pub/club/event circuit is really the only way to really learn and polish your craft
For both of these two, music is not a hobby, it's a living and a way of life
Sally sings lead and plays acoustic guitar, and as a natural performer an entertainer she is very much the front of the band
Steve's style with his more measured vocals really complements Sally, and their voices blend to perfection.
As well as a fabulous voice, Steve's skills with a guitar are
simply second to none, able to persuade 6 steel strings to produce notes,
riffs and sounds that you wouldn't think possible.
Taking a solo or duo to full band can often totally change the sound and style but with Gasoline and Matches the addition of bass, keys and drums emphasises but doesn't alter the rocky, country vibe, giving a fuller, almost louder sound, totally filling a large stage, hall or festival.
The original songs from Sally and Steve are honest country, telling a story, relating emotions that everyone can relate to - very much "three chords and the truth"
What's next for Gasoline & Matches? Having released their debut ep in 2018, scoring a UK country number 1 in the process, their thoughts are on a full album after the festival season as well as more and more live performances and representing the ever-growing UK Country Music scene
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