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Americana lands in Hackney once again – and takes over! We take a look at the week of joy, unity and togetherness that has come to make the UK Americana Association a powerful force. For the ninth consecutive year, the UK Americana Music Association transformed Hackney into a buzzing hub for Americana enthusiasts, hosting a […]

Europe’s biggest country music festival is back! With superstar headliners, rising stars, intimate songwriter sessions, and exclusive fan experiences. Country music fans, get ready—C2C: Country to Country 2025 is back and bigger than ever! As Europe’s premier country music festival, C2C continues to bridge the gap between Nashville and the UK & Ireland, bringing the

Sarah Louise shares the personal journeys behind her chart-topping hits, the influence of Nashville and the Scottish Highlands on her music, and what’s next for her in 2025. What inspired you to create your latest EP, ‘Sunflower Now’? ‘Sunflower Now’ is very special to me because it represents growth, resilience, and a full-circle moment in

Ken Pomeroy is set for a trailblazing 2025 – gentle acoustic guitar and heart-wrenching lyrics in hand. Blending country and Americana music with a touch of devastating lyricism, Ken Pomeroy has emerged as a poignant voice in contemporary music. Since the release of her debut album, ‘Christmas Lights In April’, in December 2021, Pomeroy has

Neal McCoy’s 2005 track still gets us up and on the dance floor, drink in hand and ready to leave the bad times behind! In March 2005, Neal McCoy released a track that would go on to become one of his most recognisable hits – ‘Billy’s Got His Beer Goggles On’. A playful, honky-tonk style

Hill’s 2000 hit remains a turning point in the history of country music: country embracing pop music. More relevant now than ever, we take a look back at how ‘The Way You Love Me’ has influenced country music.   At the turn of the millennium, country music was experiencing a surge in crossover appeal, blending pop

The all-female country trio Remember Monday will represent the UK at this year’s Eurovision Song Contest in Switzerland. The group, made up by Lauren Burne, Holly-Anne Hull and Charlotte Steel, will perform their new single, What The Hell Just Happened, at this year’s contest. This year’s final will be in Basel, Switzerland, on Saturday 17 May after

Ellinor Springstrike  Ellinor Springstrike is a Swedish country artist known for infusing the traditional country genre with modern pop influences, creating a fresh and contemporary sound. Inspired by the vibrant music scene of Nashville, she blends heartfelt storytelling with catchy melodies and polished production. Springstrike’s music captures the essence of country while adding her own