Country Music Talk

Ben Earle catches up with Ashley Cooke to find out how it felt when her song 'Your Place' when to Number 1 last year, and what it's like travelling in her fancy new tour bus. They also talk about the Grand Ole Opry, her love for her UK fans and her brand new single 'I Almost Do'.

Baylen Leonard sits down with TJ and John Osborne to talk about the time they've spent touring the UK, their multiple award wins and nominations and the highlights of their illustrious career. They also share how they almost ended up being plumbers...

Ben Earle catches up with an act from Absolute Radio Country's Class of 2025... The Castellows talk about the whirlwind year they've experienced, from supporting Little Big Town in arenas to being announced for the main stage at C2C. They also share the inspiration behind their new EP 'Alabama Stone'.

Baylen Leonard catches up with rising star Lanie Gardner - one of Absolute Radio County's Class of 2025. She talks about touring with Jelly Roll, gaining the attention of Morgan Wallen and Ernest, and shares the inspiration behind her debut album 'A Songwriter's Diary'.

Baylen sits down with Twinnie to find out all about her brand new EP 'Something We Used To Say'. She also talks about living in Nashville but flying back to the UK to star in Emmerdale, how it felt to make her Grand Ole Opry debut and picks the UK food that she misses the most when she's over in Tennessee.

Baylen meets up-and-coming country star Madeline Merlo to talk about her new collaboration with Dustin Lynch, what it was like moving to Nashville, and how it felt to play her Grand Ole Opry debut.

Baylen Leonard catches up with Kelsea Ballerini to find out all about her brand-new album 'Patterns'. She tells him about working with Noah Kahan, why she LOVES performing in the UK and much more.

Baylen Leonard catches up with Riley Green to talk about his new album 'Don't Mind If I Do'. Riley discusses working with Ella Langley, the rising popularity of 'traditional' country music and reflects on his UK debut supporting Morgan Wallen in Hyde Park in front of 50,000 fans,,,

Matthew Ramsey, the dynamic lead singer of the award-winning band Old Dominion, shares his excitement about the recent C2C 2024 festival and teases their upcoming album. He explores the electrifying connection Old Dominion has with their fans during live performances. Matthew reflects on their humble stage rider essentials and the thrill of debuting at the Grand Ole Opry. He also discusses the band's eager anticipation for returning to the UK and reconnecting with fans, while hinting at their nostalgic compilation, 'Oldies But Goodies'.

Sam Williams, country music artist and talented heir of Hank Jr. and Hank Williams, shares his journey in the industry. He reflects on his emotional Grand Ole Opry debut wearing his grandfather’s iconic hat. Sam discusses the significance of collaborating with Dolly Parton and their mutual support for the LGBTQ+ community. He also highlights the importance of authenticity in country music, addressing the industry's evolving diversity and his hopes for future collaborations that expand the genre's boundaries.