THERE'S an opportunity to enjoy an evening with Blackheart, the new stars of British contemporary acoustic music, when they play a concert at the Nicholls Hall, Lydford, on February 16 as part of their nationwide tour. 

Blackheart are Chrissy Mostyn and Rick Pilkington. They are widely regarded as the fastest rising new stars of the British acoustic scene and have had their unique style of music christened 'Arthouse Folk' by the UK music press. 

Combining the sound of traditional acoustic folk instruments laced with effects, atmospherics and a hint of electronica, they have a totally modern approach to their songwriting with a unique style of beautifully crafted, instantly memorable songs.

Their sound features the lemon and honey voice of Chrissy Mostyn and the acoustic guitar and mandola playing of Rick Pilkington.

The songs they write are true personal stories about everything from hometowns and homelessness to faith and bereavement and they tell fascinating, sometimes hilarious and sometimes very moving stories about the songs, how they were written and also about their unusual musical life on the road.

Now signed by Angel Air Records, Blackheart have released two albums and two singles, of which 'Wednesday Afternoon' got national UK airplay and reached number nine in the US Tower folk chart.

Other successes include a track on a major TV commercial (Moben Kitchens), BBC Radio 2 Spotlight Song of the Day (twice) and single 'Bleak Midwinter' which reached number one in the NCM Euro Chart.

Their schedule of circa 150 shows a year has consolidated their name as one of the hardest working and inspiring acts on the British music scene today.

The concert starts at 8pm. Tickets are £10 — for more information and tickets call 01822 820263.

The ticket price includes a supper of pasties, pies and pickles — bring your own drinks.

For more information about Blackheart, see their website at: http://www.blackheartmusic.co.uk">www.blackheartmusic.co.uk