{"id":3960,"date":"2026-07-01T16:13:06","date_gmt":"2026-07-01T15:13:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cmni.co.uk\/?p=3960"},"modified":"2026-07-01T16:24:53","modified_gmt":"2026-07-01T15:24:53","slug":"maria-jordan-breathes-new-life-into-wichita-lineman-ahead-of-major-uk-tour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cmni.co.uk\/index.php\/2026\/07\/01\/maria-jordan-breathes-new-life-into-wichita-lineman-ahead-of-major-uk-tour\/","title":{"rendered":"Maria Jordan breathes new life into Wichita Lineman ahead of major UK tour"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Few songs carry the emotional weight of Glen Campbell’s<\/strong> Wichita Lineman<\/em>, but Maria Jordan<\/strong> has delivered a version that feels both respectful to the original and entirely her own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Due for release on 3 July 2026<\/strong>, Wichita Lineman<\/em> sees the Manchester singer-songwriter joined by One Night In Nashville<\/strong>, the hugely successful live country music production that has become one of the UK’s biggest touring country shows. The single offers listeners a taste of the unforgettable live performance that has become one of the most talked-about moments of the production, regularly earning standing ovations from audiences across the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A timeless classic with a fresh perspective<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Known for her powerful, emotive vocals, Maria Jordan brings a fresh female interpretation to one of country music’s most iconic songs. Rather than attempting to reinvent the classic, she allows its storytelling to shine, delivering a heartfelt performance that highlights why Wichita Lineman<\/em> has remained one of the genre’s defining recordings for decades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For fans who have experienced One Night In Nashville<\/strong> on tour, the release captures one of the evening’s standout moments, while introducing new listeners to Maria’s remarkable vocal ability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From independent artist to UK country success<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Maria Jordan’s journey has been anything but conventional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Her debut album Landslide<\/em> introduced audiences to a talented independent artist whose music gained commercial radio support both in the UK and internationally. Without the backing of a major record label, she went on to share stages with artists including The Script<\/strong>, Newton Faulkner<\/strong>, and James Morrison<\/strong>, while building a loyal following through relentless touring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BBC Introducing recognised her potential early, naming Maria as “One To Watch”<\/strong>, and she performed at major events including Rock In The Park<\/strong>, London’s prestigious Roundhouse<\/strong>, and Key103’s Jingle Ball<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Working alongside renowned producers Scott Ralph<\/strong> (Take That, Robbie Williams, Michael Bubl\u00e9) and John Kettle<\/strong>, Maria began embracing stronger country influences while maintaining the catchy songwriting that had become her trademark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Nashville trip that changed everything<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A songwriting trip to Nashville, Tennessee<\/strong>, following an appearance at SXSW<\/strong> in Austin as part of the UK Northern Powerhouse mission, would ultimately transform Maria’s career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inspired by the city’s famous Lower Broadway, intimate songwriter rounds and the deep respect shown towards songwriters, Maria and her husband and business partner Dave returned home with a vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rather than waiting for opportunities within the traditional music industry, they decided to create them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That vision became One Night In Nashville<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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