From Local Pub Gigs to Glastonbury: The Rise of Welsh Singer-Songwriter Nancy Williams

Meet Nancy Williams, the 19-year-old from Merthyr Tydfil who is about to take the world by storm at Glastonbury Festival. Since she was just nine years old, Nancy has been writing songs, and her latest single "I Don't Wanna Grow Up" went viral three years ago, catching the attention of Welsh producer Jonny Owen. With his help, Nancy secured a record deal and has since released three more folk-inspired "sad girl music" songs. Nancy's journey to the big stage at Glastonbury is a testament to the power of hard work and perseverance. She taught herself to play the ukulele and then the guitar, and her music is described as "so authentic and in your ears." Her debut single, which had 20,000 plays on Spotify within two weeks of its release, has helped her gain a following and pave the way for her to perform on the Croissant Neuf Big Top stage on 27 June. Nancy's friends and family have been incredibly supportive throughout her journey, and she is grateful for their encouragement. She has even had a gig with her backing singer Harry at the Clwb Crown in Merthyr Tydfil to prepare for the festival. Nancy's dream is to follow in the footsteps of American singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams and make a name for herself in the music industry. After Glastonbury, she plans to stay in London, write more songs, and perform across the country. She believes that with hard work and dedication, dreams can become a reality. As she prepares for her big moment at Glastonbury, Nancy is filled with excitement and a sense of surrealism. She knows that this opportunity can be a game-changer for young artists like herself, and she is determined to make the most of it. With her authentic music and unwavering passion for performing, Nancy Williams is poised to make a big impact on the music scene.