SINGLE REVIEW: The Shires’ ‘Lightning Strikes’ Feat Lauren Alaina

British country music duo The Shires have wowed with a brand new and updated version of their 2020 smash-hit single ‘Lightning Strikes’ by enlisting the help of US crossover superstar Lauren Alaina who joins them on this updated rendition making for a truly spectacular collaboration.

Alaina is a powerhouse vocalist and hearing her voice blend so beautifully with Crissie Rhodes’ powerful delivery, and Ben Earle’s understated tone is simply stunning. Their three vocals come together for one incredible harmony that elevates the track to heady heights as it takes on a whole new dimension.

The production keeps the original form of a pop-infused anthem whilst the added addition of Lauren’s vocal creates an exciting new dynamic that makes the song fresh and drives it into new avenues making it one of the very best collaborations you’re likely to hear this year.

Alaina never overtakes The Shires, instead, it’s almost a backing vocal display but her tone is so stunning and unique you can really hear the addition of her guest vocal, and that allows for ‘Lightning Strikes’ to become a brilliant, updated release that has hit written all over it – it is a sure-fire smash.

This is the very first time that The Shires have ever enlisted a duet partner for a release and the result is so phenomenal that it surely won’t be the last. Their super-tight vocal harmony allows for new vocals to be added into the mix without ever taking away from their unique sound.

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