The Shires

British country duo

The Shires are a British country duo composed of singer-songwriters Ben Earle and Crissie Rhodes. Formed in 2013, they quickly made a name for themselves in the UK country scene with their harmonious blend of country-pop. The Shires are notable for being one of the first UK country acts to achieve significant success, both critically and commercially. Their debut album, "Brave," released in 2015, was well-received and paved the way for their subsequent albums. They have since released several albums, including "My Universe" in 2016, which became the fastest-selling UK country album at the time of its release. The duo has continued to build their career with tours, both as headliners and supporting acts for other artists, further establishing their presence in the country music genre. Their success has been marked by several awards and nominations within the British country music community.