Country to Country is coming to Manchester for the first time in 2027, taking over the AO Arena and venues across the city for a three‑day celebration of country music. Tickets go on sale 20 March, with the lineup to be revealed later this year. Read more

Jack Browning warns that AI has power only when audiences give it attention. Combined with Lucie Watson’s call to protect the stage, the future of country music points to one thing: live performance as the ultimate marker of authenticity. Read more

Garth Brooks has unveiled the full lineup for his huge BST Hyde Park show, adding a powerhouse mix of UK and US talent to Zac Brown Band and Ashley McBryde. Alexandra Kay, The Shires, Jackson Dean and more join the bill. Tickets available now. Read more

C2C weekend starts early as Buck’ N Bull Saloon and Fort Nash bring Top Country to London. Expect line dancing, a rodeo bull, a country DJ and the Zach Top Lookalike Showdown - the ultimate warm-up party before the festival kicks off. Read more