Category: Country News

Gina Larner is entering a new chapter on her own terms. At The Long Road, she talks independence, growing confidence, crossing genre boundaries and the new music leading towards her 2027 EP. Read more

The British Country Music Association Awards 2026 have reached their final voting stage, with BCMA members now choosing this year’s winners from five finalists in each category. Following an initial public vote and, for most categories, consideration by an industry panel, the final ballot brings together some of the most established names in British country … Read more

The British Country Music Festival is leaving Blackpool after seven years, moving to Manchester Central and becoming Song City for 2027, with four stages, 100+ artists and a new Songwriters Expo. Read more

The 2026 CMA Awards nominations are in, with Ella Langley leading the field with nine nods. See the major contenders and full nominees list ahead of the 60th anniversary ceremony at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on 18 November. Read more

Harleymoon Kemp is getting louder. At The Long Road, she tells us about her country rock and roll EP, finding freedom on stage, storytelling through music and the perspective she gained from Race Across the World. Read more

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

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 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

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

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