Richard Hawley with Thea Gilmore and John Smith

Richard Hawley, born in Sheffield, England, is a celebrated singer-songwriter and producer known for his lush baritone and genre-spanning work, from indie rock to orchestral ballads. He gained acclaim for his albums Cole's Corner, Lady's Bridge, and Truelove's Gutter, termed a trilogy inspired by his hometown. Hawley's collaborations span Arctic Monkeys, Paul Weller, and Pulp, where he also played, and he's scored for films like Funny Cow. Nominated for several Mercury and Brit Awards, he continues to draw from his Sheffield roots, with Further and In This City They Call You Love among his popular releases.

Born in Essex and raised in Devon, John Smith is a renowned folk musician known for his fingerstyle and slide guitar. With six albums and over 100M Spotify streams, he's toured globally, captivating audiences with his romantic songwriting and honeyed voice. Influenced by Richard Thompson and Ry Cooder, Smith's work features guests like Lisa Hannigan and The Milk Carton Kids.