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
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Update: Country on the Common Reaches UK Festival Awards Final as Public Voting Opens
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The Shires announce indefinite break after 13 years as final tour approaches
The Shires are taking an indefinite break after 13 years together as Crissie Rhodes steps away to focus on family life. Ben Earle discusses their future, while Shania Twain, Kezia Gill and other country stars pay tribute to the duo. Read more -
Meet DENYM: The New British Country-Pop Band Making Their Debut
British country-pop newcomers DENYM introduce their debut single Without Sound. The five-piece discuss how they formed at C2C, their dual-vocal sound, British country identity and plans for their November show at The Water Rats in London. Read more -
Dolly Parton Sings in Welsh on New Version of ‘Jolene’ – The Remarkable Story Behind the Collaboration
One of country music’s most recognisable songs has found a new voice in the Welsh language, bringing together Dolly Parton, her niece Jada Star and Welsh singer-songwriter Bronwen Lewis. Speaking to Paddy O’Connell on BBC Radio 4’s Broadcasting House (11-10-2026), Lewis and Star revealed how a viral video led to an extraordinary collaboration with the … Read more -
Hayley Jensen: Backing Herself and Chasing Her Wildest Dreams
Australian country star Hayley Jensen opens up about the independent success of Country Soul, the deeply personal experiences behind Wild As The Wind and why she’s determined to keep chasing her dreams. Read more -
Lil’ Nashville Arrives in Bristol as Country Music Bar Opens Its Doors
Lil’ Nashville expands beyond London with a new country bar and kitchen in Bristol. Founders Rob and Helen bring live music, line dancing and Southern BBQ to the city, with opening celebrations on 9 and 10 October. Read more -
Country Music Festivals Make Their Mark on UK Festival Awards 2026 Longlist
Country music is well represented on the UK Festival Awards 2026 longlist, with The Long Road, Buckle & Boots, State Fayre and several other festivals in contention ahead of the October shortlist announcement. Read more -
Shaylen: 17 Years, One Debut Album and No More Fitting In
After 17 years in music, Shaylen is finally preparing her debut album. She tells CountryMusic.co.uk about almost quitting, finding her home in country, her emotional Opry debut and why she is no longer interested in fitting the mould. Read more -
Liam Price: Finding His Own Voice After a Life-Changing Year
A year after winning The Long Road’s Homegrown Talent competition, Liam Price talks CMA Fest, writing honest songs, his Luke Combs UK connection and why building his own career still comes down to making music he believes in. Read more -
Bee Ounsworth Shares Her Journey So Far on New EP ‘This Far’
Bee Ounsworth shares her journey so far on new five-track EP This Far, mixing upbeat UK country with stripped-back storytelling, including “My Kinda Country” and an acoustic take on a BUCKLE N BOOTS favourite. Read more