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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
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C2C Country to Country Wraps Another Blockbuster Weekend And Confirms Return For March 2027

C2C Country to Country closed another unforgettable weekend and has confirmed it will return from 12 to 14 March 2027. With Manchester joining London and Glasgow, fans can expect an even bigger celebration of country music next year. Read more
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Country to Country Expands to Manchester: AO Arena to Host Three-Day Festival in 2027

Country to Country is coming to Manchester for the first time in 2027, taking over the AO Arena and venues across the city for a three‑day celebration of country music. Tickets go on sale 20 March, with the lineup to be revealed later this year. Read more
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Live Performance Is the Future: Why the Stage Matters More Than Ever in an AI‑Driven Country Music World

Jack Browning warns that AI has power only when audiences give it attention. Combined with Lucie Watson’s call to protect the stage, the future of country music points to one thing: live performance as the ultimate marker of authenticity. Read more
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Garth Brooks Unveils Full BST Hyde Park Lineup

Garth Brooks has unveiled the full lineup for his huge BST Hyde Park show, adding a powerhouse mix of UK and US talent to Zac Brown Band and Ashley McBryde. Alexandra Kay, The Shires, Jackson Dean and more join the bill. Tickets available now. Read more
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Buck’ N Bull Saloon & Fort Nash Kick Off C2C London Weekend With ‘Top Country’ Pre-Party

C2C weekend starts early as Buck’ N Bull Saloon and Fort Nash bring Top Country to London. Expect line dancing, a rodeo bull, a country DJ and the Zach Top Lookalike Showdown – the ultimate warm-up party before the festival kicks off. Read more
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Drake Milligan Saddles Up for His Biggest UK & European Ride Yet

Drake Milligan has added a full UK and European leg to his Tumbleweed World Tour, returning with new music, rising radio success, and his trademark high‑energy show. The run marks his biggest European commitment yet. Read more