Florence Sommerville Unveils New Single ‘(I’ll Be Your) Best Broken Heart’
Rising UK country starlet Florence Sommerville has kicked off 2025 in style with the release of her latest single, ‘(I’ll Be Your) Best Broken Heart,’ out now. With the charm and ease of a seasoned Nashville performer, this track offers an exciting glimpse into the promising future of the 20-year-old Essex-born singer-songwriter, as she gears up to release her debut album later this year.
Hailing from the quaint village of Orsett, Florence has immersed herself in modern country music from a young age. Picking up the guitar at just eight years old and writing songs by the time she was 12, her dedication to the craft has been unwavering. Her teenage years were spent honing her skills at open mic nights, culminating in a significant milestone at 14 when she reached the final of the Open Mic UK competition at London’s O2 Indigo Arena. Since then, Florence has graced the stages of major festivals such as Latitude, Moseley Folk and Arts Festival, Maverick Festival, and AMA Music Week in Nashville, steadily building her reputation in the country music scene.
Florence’s latest single is a testament to her growth and ambition. ‘(I’ll Be Your) Best Broken Heart’ came to life following her second trip to Nashville, where she collaborated with esteemed songwriters Shantell Ogden and Corey Lee Barker. Reflecting on the experience, Florence shared:
“I have to admit, I was quite nervous going into the session, as I had never written with more than one other person before and didn’t know how it would go. I had no reason to worry, as although Shantell and Corey write together fairly often, they made me feel very much at home and comfortable. Once we had started, the song just seemed to flow out of us all, and after only a couple of hours, we had an acoustic worktape of the track that doesn’t seem to have changed too much through all of the different stages of production.”
The track’s moody guitar and atmospheric pedal steel create a rich and layered sound that perfectly complements Florence’s emotive vocals. It’s a fully-fledged country ballad that highlights her ability to craft compelling stories through music.
Florence made her mark on the UK country scene with her self-penned debut single, ‘On My Way,’ released in October 2023. The track received widespread radio play across the UK and beyond, introducing audiences to her distinctive sound and heartfelt songwriting. This success led to her signing with renowned music manager Alan Cackett, who facilitated writing sessions with top Nashville songwriters, including Gary Burr, Sally Barris, and Jan Buckingham.
Beyond the recording studio, Florence has taken her music to iconic venues both in the UK and across the pond. In Nashville, she has performed at notable spots such as the Commodore Grille, Hutton Hotel, Love & Exit, and Tennessee Brew Works. Back in Britain, she has opened for major artists like Diana Jones, Tom Robinson, Annie Keating, Hannah Aldridge, Dan Owen, and The Hanging Stars, even selling out her debut headline gig at London’s Camden Chapel in October 2023.
Florence Sommerville’s music is defined by a raw, rootsy quality that sets her apart. She brings an authentic touch to her songs, steering clear of the typical country star mould to present something genuinely heartfelt and relatable. With her assured stage presence and crystalline vocals, Florence continues to win over audiences and critics alike.
With ‘(I’ll Be Your) Best Broken Heart’ now available and a debut album on the horizon, 2024 is shaping up to be a breakthrough year for Florence Sommerville. Country music fans in the UK and beyond should keep an eye on this rising star.
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