EDITORS CHOICE: Rebecca Richards releases angry Jolene style tune “Amber”

“Amber ruined everything. I found myself feeling so jealous of something inanimate, that it ended up taking on a whole personality of its own!” Amber tells a tale of love eclipsed by obsession, jealousy and the resulting devastation and ultimate demise it brings, and yet….will have you singing along with its catchy chorus and bopping to its summery infectious groove. Amber sees a return to producer Stef Judd of Flatland Kings fame who previously co-produced […]

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EDITORS CHOICE: Jade Helliwell Debuts Electrifying Country Pop Single “Look What You’ve Done”

UK-based rising star Jade Helliwell is set to mesmerise audiences with the electrifying debut of her latest single, “Look What You’ve Done.” Infused with captivating country pop elements, this track heralds a new era of music as Jade’s first release of 2025. “Look What You’ve Done” is a fusion of country roots with pop sensibilities, showcasing Jade’s versatility and artistic evolution. 
Co written with UK Country songwriting heavyweight, Laura Oakes & Produced by Nashville born […]

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Dave Sutherland conjures up that Americana magic with new single “It Don’t Bother Me”

It Don’t Bother Me is the new (stand-alone) single by London based Americana singer-songwriter, Dave Sutherland: winner of UK Male Country Singer of the Year at the UK Country Music Awards 2024. It features Dave on vocals and guitar, Matt Percival on Bass, Martin Brown on Mandolin, Gunnar Frick on Organ, Paul Furnace on Electric Guitar, Toby Baron on Drums and Lowri Evans on Harmony Vocals. The song is written by Dave and tells the […]

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EDITORS CHOICE: Saint Senara release brand new EP “Dark Waters”

Recorded at White Noise Studios in Weston-super-Mare with talented upcoming producer Lex Raymond, ‘Dark Water EP’ features critically-acclaimed singles ‘There’s A Storm Coming’, ‘Ophelia’ and ‘Lost Lisa Marie’, along with two exclusive live versions. Following Saint Senara’s award-nominated ‘Under My Skin EP’, the new release takes Saint Senara’s signature sound to a darker, moodier place. ‘Dark Water EP’ is a southern gothic epic that evokes stormy seas, wild landscapes and shadowy depths, with poetic lyricism […]

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BCMA Award Winner – Most Nurturing Country Music Support NPO 2025

The BCMA are proud to announce that SME News has chosen us as Most Nurturing Country Music Support NPO 2025 I hope by now you’ve received the excellent news that British Country Music Association is one of this years’ victors within SME News’ flagship campaign – the UK Enterprise Awards 2025. With delight, SME News confirms that you’ve been crowned – Most Nurturing Country Music Support NPO 2025 Our merit-driven awards have stood as a […]

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EDITORS CHOICE: The fourth instalment of the “Dented Halos” album, Emilia Quinn releases “Without You”

Carrying on her jam-packed 2025 release schedule, Emilia Quinn is releasing the fourth instalment of her upcoming album with new single ‘Without You’ 13th June! After debuting the song during her headline set at Buckle and Boots 2024, it quickly became a fan-favourite featuring an anthemic chorus and driving rhythm. Detailing the navigation of complicated post-breakup emotions, Emilia wrote the song from the perspective of a friend after they shared how their breakup was affecting […]

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UK Country Duo Two Ways Home return with a powerful new single, “Patience to Play”

Known for their rich harmonies and emotive songwriting, Lewis and Isi deliver a raw and relatable reflection on love, struggle, and emotional endurance. Built around Lewis’s gravelly lead vocal and Isi’s signature harmonies, “Patience to Play” weaves driving melodies with poignant lyricism. The track speaks to the quiet battles we face in relationships—the tension between holding on and letting go, the push and pull of connection, and the exhausting game of trying to make it […]

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Rob Wheeler releases the perfect soundtrack to escape with new album “Leave Tomorrow”

Written and recorded over four months in Nashville; “Leave Tomorrow” is a collection of journey songs. The adventures, the cliffhangers and the love stories of everyday life.. being brave enough to change the scenery and escaping the confines of the world we wish to leave behind.. understanding that sometimes the destination is actually coming back home again.. embracing the unknown as well as the ones we hold dear. Featuring collaborations with a roll call of […]

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Guy Surtees Releases Boot Stompin’ New Single, “Ain’t Gonna Turn You Down”

2025 is already looking like another exciting year for the man who has wowed audiences over the last 24 months with live performances of his carefully crafted original compositions, and his personal take on country classics, up and down the United Kingdom and beyond. “Ain’t Gonna Turn You Down”, tells the tale of a fairly sober night out with friends, when a cute cowgirl walks up to the bar, then heads your way with a […]

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