I'M not going to beat around the bush — Kim Richey has the most beautiful voice I've heard in a long time.

And she was bang-in tune throughout her whole set — like anyone who calls themselves a singer should be of course.

Kim hails from Ohio and has a melodic, smooth, country-folk sound that took us on a journey exploring emotions, love and life. She now lives in London.

Her Otterton Mill gig was a sell-out, with the highest turnout this season.

Clearly the delights of Kim's sweet vocals and meaningful lyrics, which gave me goose-bumps, had me closing my eyes and stifling a lump in my throat, are no secret.

FRAN MCELHONE