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In Episode 84 of CountrifiedUK, we round up the biggest country music news stories making headlines this week and dive into the latest releases you need to hear right now. From major album announcements and long-awaited comebacks to the growing influence of country music on television and global stages, it's been a huge week for the genre.We also shine a spotlight on fresh tracks bringing everything from classic honky-tonk energy to modern country storytelling — perfect additions to your playlist.Plus, we're thrilled to welcome special guest Colin Graham, who joins us for a chat about his journey in country music, his influences, and what's next for him. To top it all off, Colin treats listeners to a special performance of one of his favourite country songs — a moment you won't want to miss.Whether you're a lifelong country fan or just discovering the sound, Episode 84 is packed with stories, music, and authentic country spirit from both sides of the Atlantic.Tune in now and keep it country with CountrifiedUK.

This week on CountrifiedUK, we're bringing you a truly special episode packed with music, memories, and a touch of Nashville magic.We're joined by the incredible duo Bowen Young — Clare Bowen and Brandon Young — for an honest and heartfelt conversation about their journey as partners in life and music, the stories behind their songs, and what's next for them.Clare also reflects on her time starring as Scarlett O'Connor in the hit TV series Nashville, and how the show helped shape her path in country music.We also review the unforgettable Nashville In Concert: The Encore Tour Live show in Newcastle, where UK fans were treated to a night of powerhouse vocals, emotional moments, and the songs that made us all fall in love with Nashville in the first place.Plus, we round up the latest country music news and new releases you need on your radar this week.

Episode 82 of CountrifiedUK brings you the latest country music news, fresh new releases, and a very special interview with country music star Emily Ann Roberts. We chat about her journey, songwriting, and what's coming next from the Yeehaw Meemaw. Turn it up and get countrified!!

Episode 81 of CountrifiedUK is packed from start to finish as we dive into the latest country music news and brand-new releases making waves right now.This week, we're joined by country music star Graylen James for an in-depth interview, where we talk songwriting, influences, live shows, and what's next in an exciting new chapter of his career — plus his thoughts on the ever-growing UK country music scene.We also unveil a special feature: CountrifiedUK's Class of 2026 — a hand-picked selection of artists we believe are set for a huge breakout year. These are the names you need to know before everyone else does.From Nashville to the UK and beyond, this episode celebrates everything we love about country music — authenticity, storytelling, and the artists shaping its future.

We're celebrating Episode 80 with the latest country music news and new releases, plus a brilliant interview with RaeLynn. She joins us to talk about her music, songwriting, and what's coming next. A huge thank you to all our listeners and followers for the continued support — this one's for you.

Get ready, country fans — Episode 79 is packed! This week we sit down with the brilliant Ashley Ryan for an exclusive interview where she talks new music, creative inspiration, and what's coming next in her journey.We're also breaking down everything from the CMA Awards 2025 — the winners, the surprises, the standout performances, and all the moments everyone's still talking about.Plus, we round up the latest releases across the country scene, giving you our top picks for your playlists this week.Hit play, get Countrified, and don't forget to follow us for more country music goodness every week!

In Episode 78, we sit down with rising country powerhouse Ben Gallaher for an in-depth conversation about his journey, his sound, and the stories behind the songs that define him. Known for his high-energy guitar work, raw vocals, and blue-collar songwriting, Ben opens up about life on the road, musical influences, and the moments that shaped his newest projects.We dig into his creative process, the inspiration behind fan-favorite tracks, and how he's carved out his own lane in modern country music while staying true to his roots. Whether you're a longtime listener or just discovering Ben, this episode offers a candid look at an artist on the verge of something big.Tune in for heartfelt stories, musical insight, and a whole lot of country grit.

This week on CountrifiedUK, we're joined by Kentucky-born country artist Sean Stemaly for an exclusive chat about his journey from the farm to Nashville, his latest music, and what's next on the horizon.We're also diving into all the latest country music news, from award season buzz to fresh tour announcements, plus a roundup of brand-new releases you need to add to your playlist.From Nashville hits to rising UK talent, it's another packed episode celebrating the best in modern country music.Grab a cold one and let's get Countrified!

This week on CountrifiedUK, we're joined by rising country star Kaleb Sanders! Kaleb sits down with us to chat about his latest releases, the stories behind his songs, and his journey through the country music scene.We've also got all the latest news and fresh releases from across the country world — from Nashville to the UK — plus a few hidden gems you'll definitely want to add to your playlist.So kick back, turn the volume up, and get ready for another dose of great country music talk — only on CountrifiedUK!

This week on CountrifiedUK, we're bringing you another jam-packed episode of country goodness! We break down Kane Brown's unforgettable show in Birmingham, talk all things Luke Combs' world tour, and run through the latest news and releases from across the country scene.Plus, we've got two incredible interviews — rising Texas star Braxton Keith joins us to chat about his classic-meets-modern sound, and Dylan Schneider drops in to talk new music, touring, and what's next for him.Whether you're a die-hard country fan or just discovering the genre, this episode has something for everyone.

CountrifiedUK is back with Episode 74 – and this week we're joined by rising Nashville star Karley Scott Collins. Fresh off the announcement of her debut album Flight Risk, Karley sits down with us to talk about her journey from small-town beginnings to Nashville stages, the stories behind her latest singles “Cowboy Sh!t” and “Girlfriend,” and what fans can expect from her first full-length project.We'll also bring you the latest country music news and releases, from the newly announced Stagecoach 2026 lineup, to Taylor Swift's upcoming album The Life of a Showgirl, and the UK's fast-growing country scene with new tours and festivals on the horizon. Plus, we share this week's hot new tracks that you need on your playlist.Whether you're a die-hard country fan or just dipping your boots into the scene, this episode is packed with stories, songs, and sounds you won't want to miss.

Episode 73 is packed with country goodness! We sit down with the incredible Runaway June to talk all about their brand-new album New Kind of Emotion, the inspiration behind the songs, and how the trio are carving out their unique sound.Plus, the C2C Festival 2026 lineup has finally been announced, and it's one of the biggest yet! From headliners Keith Urban, Brooks & Dunn, and Zach Top to rising stars making their C2C debut, we break down who's coming, what to expect, and who we're most excited to see.As always, we've got all the latest country music news and this week's new releases — from fresh singles to standout albums you need on your playlist.Whether you're a long-time fan or just discovering country music, this episode has something for you.

In this episode of CountrifiedUK, we sit down with powerhouse country duo Presley & Taylor. The sisters share their journey into country music, the bond that fuels their harmonies, and the inspirations that shaped their sound.We dive into the story behind their latest single, talk about unforgettable moments from their career so far, and ask the big question – will they be bringing their music to the UK soon?It's a heartfelt and inspiring conversation you won't want to miss.

In this week's episode of CountrifiedUK, we're joined by one of Kentucky's finest voices in country music — Dillon Carmichael. With his powerhouse vocals and soulful storytelling, Dillon has carved out a space that blends traditional grit with modern edge.We dive into his musical roots, the stories behind his songs, life on the road, and what's next for him in 2025 and beyond. Whether you know him from hits like “Hot Beer” or you're just discovering his music, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.Plus, we've got the latest updates from the world of country music, including news on upcoming tours, festivals, and the CMA Awards 2025.So grab your boots, plug in your headphones, and let's get Countrified!

Episode 70 is a big one! This week on CountrifiedUK, we're joined by two incredible rising stars in country music.MaRynn Taylor comes on the show for the second time. She shares her story behind her debut album 'MaRynn', the inspirations behind her heartfelt songs, and what's next on her musical path as well as a Friend's quiz to test her knowledge.Colby Acuff brings his raw, authentic sound to the show, opening up about life on the road, his creative process, and why staying true to real storytelling matters most and how excited he is to be making his UK debut at The Long Road Festival.Whether you're a longtime fan or just discovering these two, you'll love hearing their stories and getting a deeper look into their music.Hit play, turn it up, and let's celebrate country music together!

In this episode of CountrifiedUK, we're joined by country music superstar Joe Nichols for an exclusive interview. Joe talks about the journey behind some of his biggest hits, shares stories from life on the road, and gives us a look at what's ahead in his career. From the early days of breaking into Nashville to becoming one of country music's most recognisable voices, Joe opens up about the highs, the challenges, and the passion that keeps him making music.

We're bringing Nashville to your ears in this jam-packed CountrifiedUK special! Join us as we hit the heart of CMA Festival 2025 with exclusive interviews you won't hear anywhere else. Hear Gary LeVox reflect on his journey from Rascal Flatts to his latest solo ventures, and Akon share how he's blending country with his signature sound. Plus, rising UK star Callum Kerr talks music, inspiration, and what's next on his horizon. Whether you're on the festival grounds or listening from afar, this episode will transport you straight to the Music City vibe!

In Episode 67, we're sitting down with rising country music sensation Gareth to talk about his journey, latest single, and what's next on his horizon. We've also got your full rundown of this week's biggest country music news, the hottest new releases, and essential tips and advice to make the most of CMA Fest – whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned fan. Tune in for all things country!

This week on the podcast, we're joined by rising country star Hannah Ellis for an interview where we dive into her latest music, creative process, and what's next on her journey. We're also breaking down this week's hottest new country releases, giving you all the latest buzz from Nashville, and sharing the inside scoop on Morgan Wallen's “Sand in My Boots” Festival in Alabama — from standout performances to surprise moments you won't want to miss. Whether you're a casual fan or a die-hard country music lover, this episode's packed with everything you need to stay in the loop.

In this episode of CountrifiedUK, we sit down with two rising stars making waves in the country music scene – Sammy Arriaga and KC Johns. Sammy shares his unique blend of Latin flair and country soul, while KC opens up about her musical journey and the stories behind her latest releases. We also dive into a lively chat about the ACM Awards, discussing the standout moments, surprise winners, and what they mean for the future of country music. Tune in for great conversation, behind-the-scenes insights, and plenty of Nashville energy!

In this episode we are joined by country music star Travis Denning. We have waited since we started the podcast to get Travis on as a guest. We chat to him about how he got his start in music, the meaning behind some of his songs, writing the Number 1 smash hit "I'm Gonna Love You" for Cody Johnson and Carrie Underwood, Preparing for life with his first child on the way, Having John Michael Montgomery as a Father in law and his plans for the rest of 2025. I hope you guys enjoy this episode. 

Welcome to Episode 63 where we are joined by rising country music star McCoy Moore. We find about his journey into his music career, meeting Luke Combs at aged 16 and getting one on one advice from the man himself, the meaning behind some of his tracks, joining HARDY on his world tour and coming across to Europe for the first time and his plans for the rest of 2025. We hope you enjoy this one guys. 

In this episode this week we are joined by Chase Matthew and MacKenzie Carpenter. Firstly, we interview Chase after his sold out show in Glasgow during his world tour. We catch up with him about how life has been, his show in Glasgow, what he thinks of the UK, his latest album and singles, his Ryman performance and plans for the rest of 2025. Later we are joined by Mackenzie Carpenter as she joins us to chat about her journey into music, her debut album "Hey Country Queen", the meaning behind some of the tracks, her friendship with Megan Moroney and what her plans for the rest of 2025 include. 

This week we are joined by Bayker Blankenship and Harper O'Neill who chat about their careers, how they started out, the meaning behind their songs, plans for 2025 and coming across to Europe and the UK for C2C Festival next month. We hope you enjoy these interviews with two rising stars of country music. 

In this week's episode, we are joined by Zach John King. Zach sits down and talks to us about his journey into music and where he started off to where he is today, his musical inspirations, the meaning behind some of his tracks, how social media has helped his career, plans for 2025 and coming across to the UK for the first time next month for C2C Festival. An episode not to be missed with someone who is going to take Country Music by storm over the next few years. 

Welcome back to the CountrifiedUK Podcast and to Episode 59. This week Blaine is joined by Spencer Crandall and catches up with Restless Road when they were in the UK for their headline tour. Firstly, Spencer chats with Blaine, discussing his journey into his music career, the meaning behind some of his tracks, talking about his brand new viral track "The Right One' and what the rest of 2025 has in store for him. Next we are joined by Restless Road on their UK tour, talking about how 2024 has been and what the plans are for 2025 and we talk about some of their latest singles. 

Welcome to Episode 58 of the CountrifiedUK podcast. This is our last episode of 2024 before our new 2025 schedule starts. We have interviews with Chapel Hart and Sacha which our from our archives in 2024. Hope you guys enjoy!! 

Hi guys and welcome back to a very special episode of our podcast. This week we are live in Nashville at CMA Fest 2024 with some very special guests and breakdown everything that is happening at CMA Fest. This episode we have interview with Niko Moon, Blanco Brown, Drake Milligan, Brooke Eden, Madeline Merlo and Tayler Holder. I hope you guys enjoy this one!

Welcome back to another episode of the CountrifiedUK podcast. In this episode, we are joined by Sam Williams. Sam is paving his own way in country music with his soulful and unique vocal and style. Sam comes from county music royalty, with his grandfather being Hank Williams and his dad being Hank William Jr. What an amazing story this young man has and we love the stories behind his music. 

Hey guys, welcome back to the CountrifiedUK podcast and what an episode we have today. We are joined by two phenomenal artists; Ashland Craft and MaRynn Taylor. Both share their stories of how they got into music and how they transformed it into a career, they chat about their tracks and the meaning behind them and what the rest of 2024 has in store for them both. 

This week we are joined by Canaan Cox who shares with us his story. He tells us the fairy tale story of how he met his British wife, how he got in to music and how his journey evolved, the meaning behind some of the tracks, his upcoming UK tour and his plans for the rest of 2024. 

This week we are joined by Jess Moskaluke and Queeva who come on the show and discuss their journey into music, their musical inspirations, the meaning behind their tracks, highlights of their career and what the have in store for the rest of 2024. 

Hey Guys, welcome back to another episode and we are joined by two amazing artists; Kasey Tyndall and Scotty Hasting. Firstly, we sit down with Kasey and find out about her journey into music, how it was moving to Nashville, becoming part a strong social group, being roommates with Lainey Wilson, the meaning behind some of her tracks and her plans for 2024. Later on, we are joined by Scotty Hasting and he shares his incredible story of how he got to where he is now after being a solider and shot 10 times, to signing with Black River Entertainment, his plans for 2024 and he talks us through his tracks and his new release "I'm America" which is out on Friday. As always, we have country music news and this week includes everything that went down at the Grammy's as well at this week's new music you need in your playlist. 

This week we are joined by Jesse and Luke who make up Lakeview. The duo who are originally from Pittsburg and now based in Nashville chat to us about their career so far. We find out how they met, their decision to move to Nashville, the meaning behind some of their tracks, how they discovered their sound and what they have planned for 2024.  Hope you guys enjoy.

Welcome to Episode 50 of the CountrifiedUK podcast. Today we are joined by Pryor Baird and Presley Tennant. Firstly we talk to Pryor Baird, a name you may have heard before as he appeared on The Voice (Season 15) and was a part of Team Blake. We talked to Pryor about his upbringing and how he found his love for music, about how he decided to move to Nashville and the meaning about his tracks. On Friday 26th January 2024, Pryor is making his dreams come true by making his Grand Ole Opry debut as well as releasing his new track "Mighta Met A Girl" on the same day.Next we chat with the very talented and rising star Presley Tennant. We find out about where she grew up and who some of her musical inspiration were. We find out about her experience she had whilst being apart Season 16 of The Voice and being on Team Kelly. We find out the meaning behind some of her tracks and the ideas that went in to them and what her plans for 2024. In this episode we also discuss the most anticipated country albums of 2024 according to CountrifiedUK as well as our weekly country news. 

Welcome to Episode 49 of our podcast and we are joined by country music star Alli Walker. Hailing from Canada's smallest providence, Prince Edward Island we hear Alli's story and how her journey began into music. She talks us through some of her tracks and the meaning behind her songs and what her plans are for the rest of 2024. During this episode we do our annual class of 2024, where we pick 10 artists that we believe are going to have a breakout year, be sure to listen and let us know what you think of our decision. 

Welcome back to another episode with CountrifiedUK. In this weeks episode we are joined by our good friends Restless Road where we caught up with them in Nashville and later we are joined by country music star Ryan Griffin. In a very insightful chat with Ryan he takes us through the ups and down he's had in his career and how he has overcame each hurdle. We hope that you enjoy this weeks episode and thank you for your continued support. 

Hey Guys and welcome back to CountrifiedUK. Hope you all had a fantastic 2023 and hope 2024 is amazing to you all. Starting 2024 off with a bang is interviews with Chase Matthew and Callista Clark. Both these interviews were done in person in Nashville at CMA Fest 2023 in the summer. Chase is someone we've been huge fans of since we discovered him and he has been one of the main people we've wanted on the podcast. Callista is another interview we've been excited to get over the line from when we first seen her live in Glasgow at C2C in 2022. Hope you guys enjoy and be prepared for 2024 and the schedule CountrifiedUK has in store for you. 

Hey Guys and welcome back to another very special episode brought to you live from CMA Fest 2023 in Nashville. We have some amazing interviews with some of Nashville's best artists; Seaforth, Walker Montgomery and Tyra Madison. Video interviews can also be found on our YouTube channel and we look forward to sharing our final bunch of interview in our next episode.Enjoy guys

Hi guys and welcome to episode 45 of our CountrifiedUK podcast! This is part two of a four part special. In this episode we have 4 amazing interviews live from Nashville at the CMA festival 50th Anniversary. We also talk about Day Two in the Nissan Stadium and all the amazing acts and their performances. We have guests Tayler Holder, Kidd G, Emily Ann Roberts and Dariann Leigh, join us as we talk about there time at past and present CMA experiences, talk about their songs, their journeys into music and we learn all about the plans for the rest of 2023!More episodes of this special to drop and head on over to our YouTube channel to see all the videos of the interviews.Enjoy guys

Hi guys and welcome back to a very special episode! This is part one of a four part special. In this episode we introduce our newest Countrified host, as well as that we have 4 amazing interviews live from Nashville at the CMA festival 50th Anniversary. We also talk about Day One in the Nissan Stadium and all the amazing acts and their performances. We have guests Abbey Cone, Grace Leer, Charley Reynolds and David Nail, join us as we talk about there time at past and present CMA experiences, talk about their songs, their journeys into music and we learn all about the plans for the rest of 2023!More episodes of this special to drop and head on over to our YouTube channel to see all the videos of the interviews.Enjoy guys

This week we are delighted to be joined by Conner Smith, one of Nashville's biggest breakout stars and one of our favourite artists around. Conner joins us whilst he's currently on the road to discuss his career to date. We talk about how he found music from an early age, how his first trip to the Grand Ole Opry as a kid changed his life. We talk about his debut at the Opry, the success of ‘I hate Alabama', how he's perfected the art of songwriting and what the future holds in store for Conner Smith. Hope you guys enjoy this week's episode. 

This week we are excited to be joined by one of country music fastest rising star ‘Tyler Braden'. An artist who is rapidly making a name for himself with his gift of writing deep lyrics and performing them with his powerhouse vocal ability. We chat to Tyler about growing up in Slapout, AL and finding a love for country and rock music at such an early age. He guides us through his journey before music when he was a first responder firefighter which then seen him relocate his life to Nashville. Tyler let us know about some of his tracks, what his debut at the famous ‘Grand Ole Opry' was like and his love for golf. Tyler is on the brink of stardom and we're excited for you guys to hear this great story of a fantastic artist. 

Welcome to this week's episode which we dedicate to the late Queen Elizabeth II. This week we are joined by UK Country Music Sensation Jade Helliwell. Jade sits down and talks to us about her journey into music. We chat about her upcoming UK tour in October, her latest single ‘Lead Me On', her other single ‘Woman I Am' which is also the name of her upcoming tour. We are delighted to have to independent artists to share with you this week. Kicking off our show first is,  ‘Jennifer Alvarado' who is a singer/songwriter hailing from Vale, North Carolina. We play her single ‘Curious' which has been up for numerous awards and you can tell why. Our second artist that we feature this week and plays out our show is ‘Joe Peters'.  Joe hails from Bakersfield, California and has quite the resume as a cowboy, as he's competed in rodeos and worked on ranches. Not only that he's been on the road with some of Country Music's biggest stars. We play his track ‘The Whiskey Will' which definitely makes you feel like your in a western! 

In this weeks episode we are joined by country music star ‘Ian Flanigan'. In a mesmerizing chat we find out about the life and career of Ian. From starting out travelling around with his family in his van, performing in different towns every night. To being scouted to apply for The Voice USA season 19 and joining Team Blake. To then coming third in the show and getting a record deal. To writing and performing tracks with Blake Shelton and working with some of the industry's best songwriters and musicians. I think you'll agree with us that this is one compelling story from start to finish. 

This week we are joined by rising country music star ‘Abbey Cone'. We chat with Abbey about how she was influenced to peruse music. To what it was like moving to Nashville from Texas at aged 16. To working at ‘The Listening Rooms' and networking with individuals in the music industry. Her debut EP ‘Hate Me' and to performing at CMA Fest 2022. I think you'll agree after hearing this interview that Abbey has a very big and bright future ahead of her! 

This week we are joined by country music star Chris Bandi. We sit down and talk with Chris about his life growing up in St. Louis, MO, to his college days to finally making the leap of faith and moving to Nashville. Chris also shares his story of how his track ‘Man Enough Now' changed his life and got him a well deserved record deal. We chat about his latest release ‘Carolina Blue' and what the rest of 2022 has in store for Chris. 

Finally the boys are back after a couple of months off. Alex and Blaine sit down and catch up with everything that has been going on. They chat about what's been happening, Blaine's time away at CMA Fest and advice for anyone going, reviewing the Brad Paisley and Morgan Evans gig last week and of course the weekly country news.This week we've got music from Sons of Atticus this week with their fantastic new track ‘Sad Songs'. This is the second time we've feature music from the Australian duo in Episode 18. Make sure to go and check out of their other music! 

Happy 4th of July folks and what a treat we have got in store to help you celebrate. We've teamed up with our country family from Yeehaw for their first ever mixtape. Mixed by Jay Rockwell, their Resident DJ and Cowboy. He's gonna have you up Boot Scootin Booging with tracks like ‘What's your country song', ‘Fancy like', ‘Lose it', ‘Redneck Women', ‘Freedom was a highway' and ‘The git up' there's something for everybody. So grab a koozie, crack open a cold one out the cooler and celebrate Independence Day like you're supposed too by partying with CountrifiedUK x Yeehaw

In this weeks episode we've got a two amazing guest joining us. Firstly , Claudia Hoyser joins us for a chat all the way in the USA. Claudia is a rising country music star and making her mark on the scene. We chat to her about her album which was released in 2021 and her track ‘Wicked' which has just had a music video for it releases. This video has gained so much attention that the likes of CMT have featured! Claudia also tells us about her other ventures outside of music. These include her coffee brand called ‘Hoyser Country Blend Coffee' and her whiskey brand ‘Drunken Bean Coffee Whiskey'. Later in the episode we are joined by our very good friend Charlotte Young. We catch up with her ahead of the release of her latest single ‘Four Hours, Four Years'. We chat to Charlotte about the track and the meaning behind it and we are also lucky to give you guys a listen of it right at the end of the show. 

In this weeks episode we are delighted to be joined by one of country music fastest rising stars ‘Avery Anna'. We sit down with Avery and chat to her about her career so far. We find out what it feels like to have her success on tiktok and being discovered by Parmalee on the social media platform. We also chat about her performance at C2C in London in March and what see thought of the UK audience. We find out how it felt for her to be selected to perform at this years CMA Fest in Nashville. Finally, we chat to her about her latest single ‘Critic' and the success of her single ‘Narcissist'.We also have music from USA singer songwriter ‘Jarrod Barry'. He has giving us his track ‘Happy' to close out our show this week and it's fantastic. Go and check out Jarrod other work and follow him on his social media's.