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Liam Price – “The Grass Ain’t Green”

January 27, 2026
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Liam Price is one of the UK’s most exciting new voices in country music. Crowned winner of The Long Road Festival Homegrown Talent Contest, Liam has quickly established himself as a rising star with a sound that blends heartfelt storytelling, irresistible hooks, and authentic country grit.

Fresh off the release of his debut EP The Grass Ain’t Green (August 2025), Liam’s material has been turning heads for its emotional honesty and undeniable energy—sparking major anticipation across the UK scene and beyond. “Little Star of August” went straight into Absolute Radios spotlight track of the week.

With festival slots already locked in for The Long Road Festival and Buckle & Boots next year, Liam’s trajectory is nothing short of explosive. The buzz doesn’t stop there: he’s been officially invited to perform at CMA Fest 2026 in Nashville—a landmark moment that marks his arrival on the international stage.

Review

Liam Price, whose voice will be recognised by many from the Luke Combs UK Tribute, delivers a raw, confessional ballad exploring regret, relapse, and the rocky road to redemption with “The Grass Ain’t Green.” Set against imagery of isolation, drinking, and self-reckoning, it captures the ache of realising that escape doesn’t guarantee clarity. The recurring line “I can’t see the wood for the trees” sharply illustrates emotional disorientation. With its cyclical chorus and emotional honesty, the song reflects a remarkably self-aware young artist wrestling with pain, accountability, and the hard-earned wisdom of hindsight.