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Absolute Radio Country leads the way in championing country music, playing the latest releases and classic tracks from the most iconic artists of all time - and talking to them about their influences and the stories behind the songs.
With any album, there's a usually a Deluxe edition with bonus material or exclusive content and that's what you can expect right here on Country Music Talks. Every episode will feature every special moment from our guest interviews.
And don’t forget, you'll hear them all first on Absolute Radio Country along with the best country music 24/7 if you live in the UK. Re-tune / scan your digital radio, download the Absolute Radio app for your mobile or tablet, and ask your smart speaker to “play Absolute Radio Country". It's where Real Music Matters!
With any album, there's a usually a Deluxe edition with bonus material or exclusive content and that's what you can expect right here on Country Music Talks. Every episode will feature every special moment from our guest interviews.
And don’t forget, you'll hear them all first on Absolute Radio Country along with the best country music 24/7 if you live in the UK. Re-tune / scan your digital radio, download the Absolute Radio app for your mobile or tablet, and ask your smart speaker to “play Absolute Radio Country". It's where Real Music Matters!
Episodes
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Mar 3, 2023 • 10min
Georgia Webster
Baylen Leonard catches up with a singer-songwriter and social media sensation who has gone from playing to her hometown crowds in Massachusetts to supporting Kelsea Ballerini on tour. Georgia Webster talks about her new EP, her latest single and the news that she'll be playing The Long Road Festival in the UK this summer...

Feb 17, 2023 • 11min
Lily Pearl Black
Baylen Leonard is joined by Lily Pearl Black, who talks all about following in the footsteps of her famous father, Clint, her new EP and plans to come to the UK...

Feb 12, 2023 • 21min
Miko Marks
After a 13-year break from recording music, Miko Marks exploded back onto the music scene in 2021 to critical acclaim with the album 'Our Country.' Since then, she's sold-out shows, made her Grand Ole Opry debut and released another album, 'Feel Like Going Home.' She tells Baylen all about her incredible journey...

Feb 12, 2023 • 13min
Shania Twain - February 2023
Ben Earle from The Shires catches up with five-time Grammy winner, all-round icon and best-selling female artist in country music history, Shania Twain. They chat all about her new album 'Queen Of Me,' the tour that sees her play Glasgow, London, Manchester and more, and why being bold and taking chances is the secret to success.

Feb 10, 2023 • 17min
Restless Road
They burst onto the country music scene on The X Factor 10 years ago, and have become famous for their silky, stellar harmonies and upbeat country songs... Restless Road have been on tour with Kane Brown, and they've got a brand new single out. They tell Baylen all about it.

Feb 7, 2023 • 14min
Megan Moroney
She's racked up millions of streams of her viral hit 'Tennessee Orange,' has been named '2023 Artist of the Year' by Amazon and is continuing her climb of the US Country Charts... Megan Moroney tells Baylen all about a whirlwind year and her Grand Ole Opry debut...

Feb 3, 2023 • 16min
Danielle Bradbery
Since winning The Voice in 2013, Danielle Bradbery has released multiple gold-selling singles and joined the likes of Thomas Rhett, Kane Brown and Miranda Lambert on tour. She catches up with Baylen to reflect on a decade in country music and talk about her sassy new single, 'A Special Place.'

Jan 31, 2023 • 13min
Tyler Hubbard
He's scored 20 country number ones over the last decade, his voice is part of the very fabric of country radio, but in 2023 Tyler Hubbard is set to experience a first - he's releasing his debut solo album telling his story. He tells Baylen all about it...

Jan 27, 2023 • 20min
Kane Brown - January 2023
He's had multiple number 1 singles, a number 1 album, he's been all over country radio with hits like 'One Mississippi,' 'Like I Love Country Music' and 'Thank God,' and he's just finished a run of sold out shows in Glasgow, Birmingham and London... Kane Brown catches up with Baylen about duetting with his wife Katelyn and opens up about the challenges of growing up in Tennessee.

Jan 24, 2023 • 10min
Hardy
He's written 12 Number 1 singles, toured with the likes of Thomas Rhett and Florida Georgia Line and recorded a hit with Lainey Wilson... In this episode, Baylen catches up with Hardy about making the move from songwriter to artist, the story behind 'Wait In The Truck' and his plans to come to the UK...