Fresh from a triumphant headline set on Glastonbury’s Acoustic Stage, UK country duo The Shires have just announced the forthcoming release of their new album ‘My Universe’ out on Friday 7th October and a UK headline tour later this year.

The announcement follows a secret show by the band at One Embankment, where the band wowed fans and previewed new tracks. The upcoming live dates follow an intense period of song writing for The Shires, who have been working on their new album in Music City: Nashville. Ben and Crissie co-wrote some tracks with top country music writers including Kip Moore and recorded their album at Sound Stage Studios, one of the most prestigious recording studios in Nashville, which has cut records for other country superstars such as Carrie Underwood, Tim McGraw and Lady Antebellum. They also graced the stage of the famous Grand Ole Opry and can add their name to Dolly Parton, Hank Williams, Garth Brooks and a veritable who’s who of Country music who have played at the famous Nashville landmark venue.

Last year, they were one of only a handful of British acts to see their debut release certified Gold alongside Jess Glynne, James Bay and Years & Years. The first UK country act ever to have a top 10 album in their home country, The Shires have been at the forefront of the British Country music movement which has seen a sea change in the opinion of the British public, who have embraced the genre and UK bands making music inspired by US country artists.