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After Swindon’s Honky Tonk bar closed, Kelly-Anne wanted to give local country fans a new place to get together. She tells us why she’s launching Redemption Road, a free songwriter night with Ben Hutcheson and Nat Hills at The Plough on 19 November. Read more

A backstage meeting in Switzerland, advice on a brown napkin and a cheeky remark from his daughter: Ryan Evans shares the story behind ‘Somethin’ You Don’t Know’, his new duet with Nashville singer Payton Taylor, released on Friday 13 November. Read more

Garth Brooks is returning to Ireland in 2027 for ten huge concerts across Belfast, Galway, Kilkenny, Limerick and Cork. The country superstar’s first Irish tour since his historic five-night Croke Park residency in 2022 goes on sale Thursday 12 November. Read more

The Americana Music Association UK will relaunch in January 2027 with a special KOKO concert featuring Steve Earle, Frazey Ford, Kezia Gill, Elles Bailey and Jonny Morgan, as the organisation prepares for the return of its annual awards in 2028. Read more

Shania Twain will headline State Fayre 2027 at Hylands Park on Saturday 19 June. Following a successful debut featuring Kings of Leon, Alanis Morissette and The Lumineers, the festival returns for three days of country, Americana and rock. Read more

Discover the UK’s biggest country music festivals in 2027, from C2C and Buckle & Boots to The Long Road and Song City. Our guide brings together confirmed dates, locations, headline performers and festivals still awaiting announcements, with updates throughout the year. Read more

With The Shires taking a break after 13 years, who could follow their remarkable success? We celebrate their legacy and explore the British country duos and bands making their own mark, including First Time Flyers, Outpost Drive and Ferris & Sylvester. Read more

From bedroom covers to sold-out UK shows, Noah James reflects on a remarkable two years, writing Colorado Sun in an airport, his emotional Baton Rouge homecoming and why he’s learning to slow down and enjoy the journey. Read more

Zandi Holup opens up about the emotions behind Wildflower, learning to embrace imperfection and the responsibility of telling other people’s stories. At The Long Road, she explains her love for UK audiences and why making people feel something matters most. Read more

Country on the Common has reached the UK Festival Awards 2026 final for Marketing Campaign of the Year, while Belladrum is shortlisted for Medium Festival of the Year. Public voting is now open. Read more