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One Year of the UK‑CMA: How a Grassroots Idea Became a Professional Home for UK Country Music

In its first year, the UK‑CMA has united artists, industry professionals and fans through education, outreach and new digital tools. With growing membership and ambitious plans ahead, the association is shaping a stronger future for UK country music. Read more
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Women Dominate as the 61st ACM Awards Announce 2026 Nominations

Women dominate the 61st ACM Awards nominations, with Megan Moroney, Miranda Lambert, Ella Langley and Lainey Wilson leading the field. UK fans can expect major performances and global streaming when the ceremony airs live from Las Vegas on 17 May 2026. Read more
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Netflix Unveils Official Trailer for Lainey Wilson: Keepin’ Country Cool

Netflix has unveiled the trailer for Lainey Wilson: Keepin’ Country Cool, a new documentary charting her rise as one of country music’s most influential modern voices. The film arrives worldwide on April 22. Read more
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The Shires Make UK Country History as Getaway Car Races To Number One

The Shires celebrate a landmark Top 10 moment with Getaway Car and look ahead to their instinctive new album Bonfire and a full UK tour this November. Read more
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Buckle & Boots Unveils Full 2026 Line-Up As Festival Marks Its 10-Year Anniversary

Buckle & Boots has announced the full line-up for its 10th anniversary festival, adding a wave of new artists to the 2026 bill and marking a major milestone with the launch of Buckle & Boots Switzerland later in May Read more
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Nashville Days 2026: The Festival Built by Friends, For Friends

In this exclusive interview, Nashville Days founders Paul and Laura reveal how their not for profit, community built festival grew from a band’s dream into one of Leicestershire’s most loved country events, returning in 2026 with its biggest year yet. Read more
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Country on the Coast: Six Years of Building a Coastal Country Community

As Country on the Coast returns for its sixth year, founder Hannah Roper reflects on building a grassroots festival that champions connection, emerging artists and the UK country scene—all set against the unique backdrop of Portsmouth’s coast. Read more
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Country on the Common Announces 2026 Lineup with Seasick Steve, Cody Pennington and Vernon Kay

Country on the Common returns to Tooting Common on 4–5 July 2026 with headline sets from Seasick Steve and Cody Pennington, plus a debut Country Jukebox DJ set from Vernon Kay. Expect live music, dancing, family fun and a full Western‑themed weekend. Read more
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Diyet & The Love Soldiers: UK Tour

Experience Diyet & The Love Soldiers as they tour the UK with songs from Seeds of Dreaming. Fans of Brandi Carlile or The Lone Bellow will love their atmospheric alt country. Reviewers praise their emotional clarity, warm storytelling and captivating live presence. Read more
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UK Artists Take Centre Stage as The British Country Music Festival Reveals 2026 Line Up

The British Country Music Festival 2026 champions homegrown talent, with Cammy Barnes and Elles Bailey leading a lineup packed with UK country and Americana artists, plus Canadian guests and new immersive experiences across the Winter Gardens. Read more