Toria Richings, is a dynamic and soulful Americana artist known for her poignant storytelling and rich smoky vocals, Originally from the UK Toria has clocked up a lot global miles over the last few years, not only releasing 3 Eps and singles but touring/showcasing in Nashville, Kansas, Australia, and this year headlining her first UK tour. She will tell you her favourite thing is taking her music on the road and meeting with music lovers from all over.
We proudly announce the release of her latest EP, “Bend and Break.” This highly anticipated collection shows Toria’s ability to blend traditional western themes with contemporary musical nuances, promising to captivate listeners from start to finish.
The EP opens with the title song “Bend and Break,” a track that sets the tone for the entire collection. With its quintessential spaghetti western style, this song embodies Americana genre music at its finest. Rich with evocative soundscapes and fervent vocals, “Bend and Break” transports listeners to a terrain marked by vast deserts, rugged mountains, and endless skies. This single showcases Toria’s ability to weave complex emotions and vivid
imagery into her music, promising a journey as expansive as the wild west itself.
Following the impactful opening, the EP continues to tug at the heartstrings with ballads like “For You Love” and “Cowboys and Moonshine.” These tracks delve deep into themes of love, longing, and the timeless allure of the cowboy spirit. “For You Love” is a hauntingly beautiful testament to timeless love and heartache, written about a friend of hers who was embroiled in a torrid relationship that created pockets of joy and sadness in equal measures. while “Cowboys and Moonshine” captures the raw, rebellious essence of western life, framed by moonlit heartache and whiskey. Both songs highlight Toria’s versatility and emotional depth, solidifying her reputation as a masterful storyteller.
The EP culminates in the lively and rousing finale “Cowboys Ain’t the Dancing Kind,” a track that brings the collection to a spirited close with a good old-fashioned country hoedown. This energetic song invites everyone to kick up their heels and revel in the joyous side of cowboy culture. Its infectious rhythm and lively melodies ensure that listeners will be up on their feet, celebrating to the very last note.
“Bend and Break” is more than just another release for Toria Richings; it’s a milestone that captures her artistic evolution and unwavering dedication to her craft. This EP, produced by Bill Wence, recorded with the same talented Nashville musicians who contributed to her previous success, “The Nashville Sessions,” all phenomenal musicians in their own right, continues to showcase the seamless synergy and shared vision they bring to her music.
With “Bend and Break,” Toria not only pays homage to traditional western sounds but also redefines them, pushing the boundaries to create a sound that is both nostalgic and refreshingly new. The EP is a brilliant blend of storytelling and musicality, capturing the essence of the American west in a way that only Toria can.
As Toria Richings steps into this new chapter of her musical journey, “Bend and Break” stands as a compelling testament to her growth as an artist. It’s an invitation to experience the highs and lows, the love and the heartbreak, the solitude and the camaraderie of the wild west, all through her unique and powerful musical lens. This EP promises to leave a lasting impact, resonating with audiences and cementing Toria Richings as a distinctive and influential voice in contemporary music.
For more information, promotional requests, or to schedule an interview, please contact:
Michael Hughes, Top Floor Music
info@topfloormusic.co.uk
Other Contacts:
Kathleen George (Booking agent Australia)
Kathleengeorge182@gmail.com
Bill Wence (radio promo America)
Billwencepro@earthlink.net
Stuart Coupe (Publicist Australia)
coupe@laughingoutlaw.com.au
Toria Richings
toriarichings@gmail.com
http://www.toriarichings.com
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