INTERNATIONALLY renowned Texan singer-songwriter Kimmie Rhodes is appearing in The Forge in Basingstoke on 26 January at 8.15pm.

Her multi-platinum selling songs have been recorded by many artists including Willie Nelson, Trisha Yearwood, Waylon Jennings and Joe Ely.

A creative and prolific artist she has recorded and released 12 solo CDs, written and produced three musical plays and published a book.

Her latest CD, Walls Fall Down, consolidated her reputation as one of contemporary America's best songwriters and performers.

Her recently re-released Ten Summers revisits 10 years of music making with 14 of her favourite tracks.

Tickets costing £12 and £10 are available from the box office on 01256 844244 or online at www.anvilarts.org.uk