Biography

Chasing Twisters are a five-piece British country band bringing storm sized energy and heartfelt storytelling to stages across the UK. Based around Stoke on Trent, the band formed in 2021 when songwriters Craig Chapman and Laura Holden joined forces, determined to create original country music with a distinctly UK twist.
With a sound that fuses Nashville flair and Midlands grit, Chasing Twisters deliver foot stomping anthems, catchy singalong hooks, and the kind of high energy performances that fill dance floors. Their debut album Better In A Hat captures that full band feel - driving guitars, rich harmonies, keys, fiddle, and plenty of heart - all wrapped in songs about love, life, and laughter. Made up of two farmers, two army vets, and a truck driver, this is a band grounded in real life, real stories, and genuine passion for music. They’ve played over 80 shows in just three years, from the UKCountryRadio.com Awards to The British Motor Show and Deva Fest, steadily earning a reputation for their originality, warmth, and down to earth charm. Chasing Twisters: British country with a full-band heart - storytelling you can dance to.

Meet the band

What makes a Twister?

Laura Holden

Lead Vocals , Bass Guitar

Musical Influences

My Dad who encouraged me to play music, Sheryl Crow, Alanis Morisette, The Chicks, Bonnie Raitt, Alison Kraus

Musical Equipment

Fender Squire Classic Vibe 50s Prescision Bass in White Blonde, TC Electronic Amp

Hobbies

Presenting on ukcountryradio.com, songwriting, family dog walks, camping, theme parks

Craig Chapman

Guitar, Mandolin , vocals

Musical Influences

Matchbox Twenty, Sugarland, Ashley McBryde, 38 Special, Keith Urban, BrettEldredge, Jimmy Allen, Sister Hazel, Journey, My Dad

Musical Equipment

Ernie Ball Musicman Guitars, Carvin Acoustic Guitar, Peavey Classic & Revv Amplification, Dava Picks, Greer, J.Rockett & Wampler Pedals

Hobbies

Songwriting and Wordplay, watching original music bands, Cloud watching and weather, quizzes, supporting Aston Villa, litter picking, anything nerdy

Craig Cope

Drums

Musical Influences

Phil Collins, Mick Fleetwood, Keith Moon, Clem Burke, Dad

Musical Equipment

Mapex Drums, Sabian Cymbals, drum sticks, lots of drum sticks!

Hobbies

Classic Cars, horses

Pat Wright

Guitar, vocals

Musical Influences

Jeff Beck, Jackson Brown, Eric Clapton

Musical Equipment

Fender Stratocaster, Ibanez AS 153, Larrivée SO-03RW Acoustic, Laney Amps

Hobbies

Family Walks, Music, Triumph Motorcycles, Rowing

Dave Deaville

Keyboard

Musical Influences

Rush, Yes, Deep Purple, Iron Maiden, Riverside, Brave Rival, The Pretty Reckless, Robert Jon and the Wreck

Musical Equipment

Yamaha CK61 and Alesis QS8 keyboards

Hobbies

Dog Agility, reading, finding new bands, going to gigs, playing the pipe organ, comedy and films, laughing