A unique meeting of musical genres comes to Barnoldswick

Their previous appearances in Barnoldswick left audiences spellbound, and now one of Americana's most captivating contemporary duos and their Barnoldswick shows on Monday, December 14th and Tuesday, December 15th, promise to deliver something genuinely unforgettable.

Campbell, who is the daughter of Glen Campbell, has patiently, gracefully and determinedly built a reputation that belongs entirely to her. Before launching her solo career, Ashley spent several years touring the world alongside her father during his emotional farewell tours following his Alzheimer's diagnosis. Playing banjo, keyboards and guitar, she became an integral part of one of country music's most moving chapters as Glen's final performances were immortalised in the acclaimed documentary I'll Be Me, whose soundtrack went on to win a Grammy Award while earning an Academy Award nomination. Ashley also contributed her own compositions to that remarkable soundtrack.

It was during this deeply personal period that Ashley wrote "Remembering"—a heartbreakingly beautiful song inspired by watching Alzheimer's slowly steal her father's memories. Released in 2015, the single became her breakthrough recording, reaching the Billboard Country Airplay chart and earning widespread praise for its emotional honesty.

Her acclaimed albums The Lonely One and Something Lovely established her as one of Americana's finest contemporary storytellers, blending country, folk, bluegrass and singer-songwriter traditions with remarkable elegance. Her music has carried her from Japan and China to London's O2 Arena, while tours alongside Kris Kristofferson, The Bellamy Brothers, and appearances throughout Europe have cemented her reputation as one of Americana's most respected young performers. She has even become instantly recognisable to country fans for her dazzling banjo work alongside Rascal Flatts in the video for their smash hit "Banjo."

As for Jensen, he has toured internationally with the genre-defying Hazmat Modine, explored modern Americana with Quiet Life, sharing stages with artists including Dr. Dog, Portugal. The Man and Shovels & Rope, before diving headlong into the breathtaking world of Django Reinhardt through his work with celebrated guitarist Stéphane Wrembel.

That journey eventually led him to performing at Carnegie Hall, while simultaneously immersing himself in New York City's thriving jazz scene, mastering the intricate language of gypsy jazz alongside American roots music.

Ashley first met Jensen after deciding she wanted to explore the gypsy jazz music her father had adored throughout his life. She needed a teacher. Thor had literally arrived in Nashville just days earlier.

Soon after, what began as guitar lessons quickly evolved into friendship and then collaboration. Their debut album Turtle Cottage was recorded inside a secluded 250-year-old cottage overlooking the water on Mahee Island in Northern Ireland—a location chosen deliberately long before recording began because it perfectly reflected the atmosphere they wanted to capture. Barnoldswick will provide the perfect atmosphere for Campbell and Jensen for sixty fortunate people each night, there will be no giant video screens. No arena production. No distractions.

Just two remarkable musicians sitting a few feet away, telling stories through beautifully crafted songs, exquisite harmony singing and world-class musicianship. Tickets for the pair’s Barnoldswick shows are available at https://www.barnoldswickmusicandartscentre.com/campbell-jensen-2026