Ron’s Honky Tonk is bringing grassroots country to London with a monthly residency near London Bridge. Founder Phil Hawkins explains his vision for an affordable night where fans can discover emerging UK country artists. Read more
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Ron’s Honky Tonk Is Building a Home for Grassroots Country in London
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One Last Festival: Rockin’ The Country Closes Out the 2026 Season
There’s still one last chance for a full country festival experience in 2026. Rockin’ The Country brings First Time Flyers, British country talent, rodeo, line dancing and Western culture to Cambridgeshire on 11–12 September. Read more -

Smithfield Wrap Up UK Tour Ahead of Country With Heart, Part 2
Smithfield bring their extensive UK run to a close with shows in Newcastle and London this week, just days before new album Country With Heart, Part 2 arrives. Read more -

Review: Oil & Whiskey brings a shot of Nashville to London
Country-rock musical Oil & Whiskey brings Nashville spirit to London’s Old Red Lion. With original songs, sharp humour, a tight live band and believable performances, it’s a breathless rollercoaster of comedy, heartbreak and pure entertainment. Read more -

The Long Road 2026: More Than the Music, It’s the People Who Make the Journey
More than 40,000 fans came together at Stanford Hall for The Long Road 2026. From huge headline sets and rising UK talent to poignant Dolly Parton tributes, the festival showed why its sense of community is every bit as important as the music. Read more -

Brothers Osborne Announce ‘Watertown’ Ahead of UK Arena Return
Brothers Osborne return to their roots with new album ‘Watertown’, arriving 23 October. John and TJ Osborne will follow its release with a seven-date UK arena run this December, joining The Darkness as special guests. Read more -

McGrath: The Further He Goes, the Closer He Gets to Home
The further McGrath’s music takes him from Donegal, the more home seems to matter. He talks to CountryMusic.co.uk about finding his voice, the story behind new single “Home”, his breakthrough year and stepping out on his first headline tour. Read more -

Dolly Parton: Country Music Says Goodbye to an Icon
Dolly Parton leaves behind far more than an extraordinary collection of songs. From the Smoky Mountains to worldwide stardom, her songwriting, humour, generosity and unmistakable spirit changed country music forever. Read more -

Tori Darke: “Wherever the fans are is where I’ll be” – Australia’s country star makes her UK breakthrough
After CMA Fest and Country Jam, Australian country artist Tori Darke made her UK debut at Country Calling. She talks heartbreak anthem Prettiest Wreck, finding fans around the world and why she already plans to return to Britain. Read more -

Richie Owens: Bringing Appalachia Home – The Stories That Crossed an Ocean
After more than 35 years touring Britain, Richie Owens returns with a unique UK Pub Crawl celebrating the shared roots of Appalachian and British music. In this exclusive interview, he reflects on Dolly Parton, storytelling, family heritage and why historic pubs matter. Read more