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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

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 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 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

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

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 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

British country celebrates a new milestone as five home-grown artists appear in the UK Country Radio Airplay Top 40 at the same time for the first time, led by Gareth at No. 2 alongside The Shires, Ward Thomas and a new generation. Read more

Ferris & Sylvester open up about parenthood, the experiences that shaped It’s A Joy To Be Alive, embracing sentimentality and finding new freedom in their music – while revealing why joy today is often found in the quietest family moments. Read more

Gary Quinn and William Michael Morgan have won Vocal Event of the Year at the 2026 Josie Music Awards for “Country Strait”, their George Strait-inspired collaboration celebrating their shared love of traditional country music. Read more