Country Music Talk

Baylen Leonard catches up with Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter Cam to talk all about her brand new album, All Things Light.It’s been a big year for Cam, and there’s plenty to catch up on. She shares what it was like writing for Beyoncé’s Grammy-winning album Cowboy Carter, opens up about her own songwriting process, and talks through how this new project came together.They also chat about her love for the UK, what keeps bringing her back, and how she ended up stepping in last-minute to headline The Long Road Festival last year.

Nashville legend Sam Palladio stops by the Absolute Radio Country studio to tell Baylen Leonard about his exciting lead role in the new series of 'The Couple Next Door' on channel 4. He also reflects on playing Gunnar Scott in 'Nashville' and looks ahead to the Nashville Live In Concert - The Encore Tour which comes to the UK in 2026...

Lou Nash talks to X Factor alumni and country music singer-songwriter Janet Devlin about her album 'Emotional Rodeo'. Janet also looks ahead to performing at The Long Road Festival this summer.

Mackenzie Carpenter talks to Baylen Leonard about her new album 'Hey Country Queen'. She talks about working with Midland on 'I Wish You Would' and looks ahead to performing at The Long Road Festival later this summer...

Viral country music sensation Gareth pops into the studio to tell Baylen how he began a career by posting covers on the internet, and now finds himself living in music city writing songs for a living. Gareth shares stories from his adventures in Nashville, and looks ahead to performing at The Long Road Festival in August.

Alexandra Kay stops by the Absolute Radio Country studio to tell Baylen Leonard about her brand new song 'The Last'. She talks about how she built her fanbase in the UK, what it was like supporting Morgan Wallen at BST last summer and she shares the story of how she went from being an independent artist to being signed by a major record label.

Baylen Leonard talks to Lainey Wilson backstage before one of her shows. They discuss how her success in country music has changed her life, she reflects on becoming a member of the Grand Ole Opry and gives a few clues about what her wedding dress may look like...

Max McNown stops by the Absolute Radio Country studio to talk to Baylen about the inspiration behind his songs 'Better Me For You' and 'A Lot More Free'. He also talks about his recent album 'Night Diving'.

Niko Moon brings the sunshine to Absolute Radio Country as he tells Baylen how he aims to take his fans on vacation with his music... He shares his favourite kind of holiday, how ice baths keep him thriving and looks ahead to his brand-new album which is coming out this summer.

Kip Moore chats to Baylen Leonard about how it feels to be back in the UK for his tour. He talks about how he's built a special relationship with his UK fans, shares his approach to song writing, and explains why saying 'no' to opportunities can be really important.