The moment the jaunty guitar kicks in on John Smyths’ new single, "Now I'm Wiser", you feel a familiar, comfortable warmth. It’s the sound of a good chair in a bar where the floor is sticky with spilled truths. And then the story starts, a classic yarn of a hard-living past yielding to a peaceful present. Smyths, a Dutch ex-metalhead singing country out of...

Victoria Simmonds is a multi-talented British artist who has made waves in the music and entertainment industry. Growing up in the serene New Forest, Victoria was introduced to music at a young age and became an active member of her school's orchestra and choruses. Her passion for music was ignited during a memorable performance at the Winchester Cathedral. In 2000, Victoria moved to France with her...