Josh Beer Wins The Long Road’s 2026 Homegrown Talent Contest
Devon country artist Josh Beer has won The Long Road’s 2026 Homegrown Talent Contest, securing a return to the festival in 2027 and a package of opportunities designed to help take his emerging career to the next level. Read more
Brothers Osborne Announce ‘Watertown’ Ahead of UK Arena Return
Brothers Osborne return to their roots with new album ‘Watertown’, arriving 23 October. John and TJ Osborne will follow its release with a seven-date UK arena run this December, joining The Darkness as special guests. Read more
McGrath: The Further He Goes, the Closer He Gets to Home
The further McGrath’s music takes him from Donegal, the more home seems to matter. He talks to CountryMusic.co.uk about finding his voice, the story behind new single “Home”, his breakthrough year and stepping out on his first headline tour. Read more
Dolly Parton: Country Music Says Goodbye to an Icon
Dolly Parton leaves behind far more than an extraordinary collection of songs. From the Smoky Mountains to worldwide stardom, her songwriting, humour, generosity and unmistakable spirit changed country music forever. Read more
Tori Darke: “Wherever the fans are is where I’ll be” – Australia’s country star makes her UK breakthrough
After CMA Fest and Country Jam, Australian country artist Tori Darke made her UK debut at Country Calling. She talks heartbreak anthem Prettiest Wreck, finding fans around the world and why she already plans to return to Britain. Read more
The Midnight Cowgirls Postpone UK Tour Until Spring 2027
The Midnight Cowgirls have postponed their six-date September 2026 UK tour until spring 2027. The band stress it is not a cancellation, with rescheduled shows plus additional UK dates and cities set to be announced. Read more
Bronnie Caught a One-Way Flight to Nashville. Now She’s Living the Song
Bronnie opens up about leaving the UK for Nashville, finding her place in country-rock and the story behind Sedona Sunrise — plus how Music City is transforming her songwriting and what she has planned next. Read more
Richie Owens: Bringing Appalachia Home – The Stories That Crossed an Ocean
After more than 35 years touring Britain, Richie Owens returns with a unique UK Pub Crawl celebrating the shared roots of Appalachian and British music. In this exclusive interview, he reflects on Dolly Parton, storytelling, family heritage and why historic pubs matter. Read more
Luke Combs Makes History with Three Guinness World Records
Luke Combs has made country music history at Wembley Stadium, becoming the first solo country artist to headline the iconic venue. The milestone was recognised as one of three Guinness World Records presented to him backstage in London. Read more
Ronnie Wood to Headline The Long Road Festival Following Bailey Zimmerman Cancellation
he Long Road Festival has unveiled Ronnie Wood as its new Saturday headliner following Bailey Zimmerman’s withdrawal. The Rolling Stones guitarist will be joined by Imelda May for an exclusive Bank Holiday performance at Stanford Hall. Read more
