British-brother trio, Essex County, is known for their fusion of gritty, masculine, vocals; pristine, family harmony; and irreverent guitar playing. The exclusive mix has earned the “So Good” singers millions of streams and a spot on top of multiple Spotify playlists, including the New Boots Spotify playlist.
The Bass Brothers – Nate, Mark and Kieran – have performed together since they were children. At just 11 years old, Mark was selected by a panel of legends – Brian May (Queen’s lead guitarist), Steve Vai, and Eric Clapton – as UK’s Guitarist of the Year.
In the ’90s, the brothers formed a pop music group, Next of Kin, in which they signed their first record deal and toured Europe with some of the world’s most well-known pop stars. And to top it off, this group of talented brothers were finalists on the X Factor UK.
Making the leap to Nashville to pursue a country music career, the trio has received invitations to perform at some of country music’s most prestigious venues and festivals. In 2020,the band’s debut country hit, “So Good”, accumulated over 2 million streams and topped the CMT video charts for months. Propelled by that success, “So Good” (Extended Play) became their first and only video to debut on CMT! Later that year, their holiday song “Last Christmas,” was No.1 on Spotify’s Country Christmas playlist for the entire holiday season.
In 2022, Essex County released their follow-up, self-titled EP while they were in England to play multiple sold out theater shows and festivals.
All of this success makes Essex County poised to lead country music’s first British invasion!
HIGHLIGHTS
- Performed at London Palladium alongside Brian May (Queen), Ronnie Wood (Rolling Stones) and Van Morrison 2023.
- Played and hosted CMA Fest International Stage at Wildhorse Saloon, the festival’s largest indoor stage 2023.
- BMI writer/artists.
- Topped Spotify‘s New Boots and Country Christmas playlist.
- Twice played at Ryman Auditorium.
- Currently selling out 400 seat theaters in the UK.
- Two EP’s generating more than 5 million streams.
- Formally known as ’90s pop stars, Next of Kin.
- 25 years since Next of Kin’s Top 15 hit “24 Hours From You”
- European “X Factor” finalist.
- Group of the Year nominees at British Country Music Association Awards.
- Essex County guitarist Mark Bass, won Guitarist of the Year in the UK.
- Played the main stage at Key West Songwriters Festival multiple times.
- Played for 10,000 people at the largest ever Whiskey Jam.
- Multiple Top 10 videos on CMT.
- CMT’s only video EP.
Nate
Hi, I’m Nate! I am the lead singer and the oldest brother. I love playing the drums often as that is what I use to do in the band. I enjoy traveling, meeting new people, and going on new adventures. Yes, I’m an adrenaline junkie! You can also find me in the gym in my down time.
Mark
Hi, I’m Mark! As the middle brother, I don’t share the same love of our adrenaline-rushed activities like the others. However, I do like go-karting. If I weren’t a musician, I’d love to be a Pro golfer. When I’m on the course, I find peace. I have practiced my golf swing as much as I have the guitar. I love painting, drawing, walking in the rain, going to the gym and sauna, and taking cold showers.
Kieran
Hi, I’m Kieran! You've already guessed it; I'm the youngest brother. I’m creative at heart. I loved to do anything adrenaline-based, like motorcycling and skateboarding. I enjoy painting and drawing in my spare time. Who doesn’t love to have fun? I like to use my hobbies and life-battles to express myself in my music. My life’s purpose is to LOVE and INSPIRE OTHERS!
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