To say that she’s already gained notable success on the other side of the Atlantic as well as in her home country of Australia, singer-songwriter Katie Cole is yet to make a big splash in the UK. And with the release of new single ‘(We Started a) Fire’ and album ‘Lay It All Down’, it’s increasingly difficult to see why.
Displaying a knack for commercial, accessible country music not seen in some time (think Shania Twain), the single typifies Cole’s approach: really solid country principles overlaid with pop principles which give a sheen to the roots background.
Lyrically strong and with plenty of simple imagery which really gives life to the experience of starting a new, exciting relationship, this is a welcome addition to the genre.
