Americana Music Association UK Announces New Leadership and a Full Organisational Reset
The Americana Music Association UK has announced a full organisational reset and new leadership team, setting out a renewed vision to rebuild, reconnect and deliver meaningful benefits for members across the UK’s Americana and Roots community. Read more
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State Fayre review: A stellar debut for UK’s newest festival
State Fayre made an impressive first impression, combining major headline acts with one of the UK’s strongest country and Americana line-ups. Happy crowds, cowboy hats and smooth organisation created a welcoming atmosphere that already has fans excited for 2027. Read more
The Shires light a new fire: Ben Earle on Bonfire, UK country’s golden age and why they’re starting again.
Ben Earle says The Shires’ sixth album, Bonfire, feels like “starting all over again”. In this exclusive interview he discusses the band’s new freedom, BST Hyde Park with Garth Brooks, the success of Getaway Car and why UK country has never been stronger. Read more
BST Hyde Park 2026 Review: Garth Brooks Makes History as Country Music Fills a 70,000-Capacity Hyde Park
Nearly 30 years after his last UK show, Garth Brooks made history at BST Hyde Park 2026, becoming the first artist to headline the festival’s new 70,000-capacity setup. Here’s our review of a landmark night for country music in Britain. Read more
The Day Has Finally Arrived: Garth Brooks Returns to the UK at BST Hyde Park
Garth Brooks makes his long-awaited return to a UK stage at BST Hyde Park today. Here’s everything fans need to know, including set times, support acts, last-minute ticket information, travel advice and the songs he could perform. Read more
Last Chance for Summer: The UK Country Festivals You Shouldn’t Miss in 2026
From Garth Brooks’ huge Hyde Park show to intimate Americana gatherings and weekend-long country celebrations, here’s your guide to the UK’s must-see country music festivals of summer 2026. Read more
“We’re Betting On Ourselves”: How Magnolia Rising Found A Second Beginning
“Very few people get a redo.” For Devynn Hart and Trea Swindle, Magnolia Rising is exactly that. Ahead of their UK shows, the duo discuss Bet On Me, life after Chapel Hart, new music and why they’re finally enjoying the journey. Read more
Country Rock Musical Oil & Whiskey Sets Its Sights on the Edinburgh Fringe Ahead of Off West End Run
Nashville rooted country rock musical Oil & Whiskey heads to the Edinburgh Fringe for its international premiere. The award winning show blends humour, heartache and honky tonk energy before transferring to London for a limited Off West End run. Read more
Bob Harris Steps Down from BBC Radio 2 After 30 Years: UK Country Artists Pay Tribute to a Broadcasting Giant
Bob Harris, one of the most influential voices in British broadcasting and a pillar of UK country music, has announced he is stepping down from BBC Radio 2 after three decades on air. The 80‑year‑old presenter revealed that ongoing health challenges, including the spread of prostate cancer into his upper spine, have led him to … Read more
Rodeoke Brings Live‑Band Country Karaoke to Lil’ Nashville
Rodeoke lands at Lil’ Nashville with a live band karaoke takeover. Fans can step up, choose a song and perform with a full professional band, creating a big‑energy country night packed with standout moments. Read more
