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“Country on the Eye” arriving in Melton Mowbray

A brand-new festival celebrating country, folk and roots music will launch in the UK in summer 2026, with Country on the Eye arriving in Melton Mowbray. Taking place at the riverside Play Close Park on 12–13 June 2026, the festival brings together the heart of Nashville and the soul of the East Midlands, blending US songwriting traditions with standout original artists. Curated by Ben Atkinson, host of the internationally syndicated Ben’s Country Music Show, Country […]

Russell Kitchen announces his new single “Together Alone”

Russell Kitchen announces his new single “Together Alone”. The is a song that looks closely at relationships, the jeopardy and pain that one half feels when the other grows cold. It’s a story that hasvbeen weaved into countless classic movies, TV series and stories. But if it’s being felt for real, wow. I try to imagine how devastating this could be. “What happens to a relationship when one person is indifferent or simply takes the […]

Bronnie Announces New EP “Chasing The Moon”

Bronnie Announces New EP “Chasing The Moon”. The five-track EP features the #1 Country iTunes Charts hit “Tea For Two” and fan favourite “Own Girl Own World” (with a music video for OGOW dropping alongside the EP release). “Chasing The Moon” is a very matter-of-fact, bittersweet breakup song in which the main character reflects on the things they can no longer do together and comes to terms with the fact that they can’t rely on […]

EDITORS CHOICE: Kezia Gill releases epic new album “All On Red”

Kezia Gill is back with her latest album ‘All On Red’. ‘All On Red’ is a bold new chapter in the career of an artist who continues to secure awards and nominations from multiple bodies allied to the genre, including ‘Entertainer of the Year’ at this year’s British Country Music Association Awards. Produced and mixed in Nashville by US artist, Alyssa Bonagura, along with a selection of award-winning musicians, the 11-song ‘All On Red’ is […]

EDITORS CHOICE: Owen Morton drops another 90s-inspired honky tonk country single “She Hates Country Music”

UK rising country artist Owen Morton is giving fans another taste of his upcoming Nashville-recorded album, this time with his honky tonk heartbreak anthem ‘She Hates Country Music’ – and warning, it’s catchy. Written on a zoom call with London-based songwriter Robin Cooper, ‘She Hates Country Music’ is a sharp-witted, barroom story song that flips the genre on its head. Set in the neon glow of a country bar, it follows a woman who’s sworn […]

EDITORS CHOICE: Jade Helliwell Releases Heartfelt Track “Lighthouse”

Rising UK Country singer-songwriter Jade Helliwell is excited to unveil her latest single, “Lighthouse”. The track, which will be featured on her highly anticipated upcoming album Rebegin, is a powerful celebration of the people who provide unwavering support in both our brightest and darkest moments. “Lighthouse” is an intimate ode to the guiding lights in our lives — the friends, family, and loved ones who serve as safe harbours during turbulent times. With poignant lyrics […]

Rob Wheeler releases a jam-packed super deluxe version of his critically-acclaimed album “Leave Tomorrow

Following on from a summer of success, Rob Wheeler releases a jam-packed super deluxe version of his critically-acclaimed, BCMA nominated, Number 1 country album “Leave Tomorrow”. The album is released on December 11th and features a deep dive into the creation of the album itself, including behind the scenes demos and unplugged live versions recorded in Nashville. It is a musical “making of” documentary and offers an emotional and revealing insight into the journey of […]

Owen Morton is bringing back the classic ’90s country feel with his new single “Made For Me, Made For You”

Just weeks after the release of rowdy drinking song ‘I Need A Drink’, Owen Morton is back giving fans yet another taste of his debut Nashville-recorded country album – this time with the title track. ‘Made For Me, Made For You’ is a song that would not be out of place on a classic George Strait album. It’s a simple love song, told from the account of a man who refuses to move on from […]

Chasing Twisters Announce Festive New Single “The Only Christmas Present”

Stoke on Trent band Chasing Twisters return with a new original Christmas track filled with warmth, charm and the band’s signature uplifting country sound. “The Only Christmas Present” is a celebration of the people and moments that make the season meaningful, wrapped in harmonies and a chorus that invites everyone to sing along. Originally written by lead vocalist Laura while she was still at school, the song was rediscovered years later and brought to the […]