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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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Nov 18, 2022 • 18min
Elvie Shane - November 2022
Baylen Leonard catches up with Kentucky Country Star Elvie Shane to find out what's so special about UK audiences, the 3-minute song that sent him to number 1 and changed his life, and what it was like making his Grand Ole Opry debut. He also tells Baylen all about eating a 3-course meal on top of a London bus.
Nov 14, 2022 • 14min
Matt Stell - October 2022
Matt Stell joins Baylen in the studio to talk about touring with Elvie Shane, what it was like playing C2C in March 2022, and how he feels to be coming back to the UK to play the main stage next year. He also shares the story behind his song 'Man Made,' and tells Baylen what his 'pinch-me' moments are in his career journey so far. Plus, they talk mushy peas and English pints...
Nov 4, 2022 • 17min
Tenille Townes - October 2022
The Award-Winning Canadian Country Music sensation Tenille Townes joins Baylen in the studio to talk about what it was like rocking the main stage at C2C, how lockdown provided the space and inspiration for her new EP 'Masquerades,' and how she sang live on stage with Shania Twain when she was a child... Also, find out about the creature comfort that keeps her going when she's out on the road...
Oct 28, 2022 • 24min
Breland
Country music sensation Breland joins Baylen to talk about changing attitudes in the industry, what it was like playing C2C as his first ever overseas performance and shares a remarkable story about the day Garth Brooks invited him over for a chat. He also talks about his star-studded album 'Cross Country' and his LOVE for the UK.
Oct 21, 2022 • 15min
Lainey Wilson
After scoring no fewer than six CMA nominations and being announced as one of the acts playing the main stage at C2C 2023, Baylen catches up with country music superstar Lainey Wilson. They talk about her new album Bell Bottom Country, what it's like working on Yellowstone and the importance of never forgetting your roots...
Oct 7, 2022 • 20min
Ingrid Andress
After her breakthrough single 'More Hearts Than Mine' earned widespread award nominations in 2020, Ingrid Andress is back with a brand-new album called 'Good Person.' She tells Baylen all about being unconventional in Nashville, how she told Keith Urban he couldn't record one of her songs, and how her life-experiences have shaped her song writing. Plus, she shares plans to bring her tour to the UK.
Sep 30, 2022 • 25min
Shania Twain
In this episode, Baylen is joined by one of the biggest names in Country Music, Shania Twain. She’s sold over 100 million records, making her one of the best-selling artists of all time across any genre and she’s back with a brand-new single ‘Waking Up Dreaming.’ She reflects on finding fame, her Las Vegas residency and what it’s like being a female artist in country music. Plus, find out which poster she had on her bedroom wall growing up, and what her favourite cocktail is.
Sep 23, 2022 • 12min
Jon Pardi
CMA Award Winning, Country Chart Topping superstar Jon Pardi tells Baylen all about the music that has influenced him and shares his plans to tour the UK in 2023. He also talks about what it's like to go on the road with such names as Luke Bryan, Miranda Lambert and Dierks Bentley and talks about his new album, Mr. Saturday Night.
Sep 2, 2022 • 12min
The Long Road Festival 2022: Cassadee Pope & Sam Palladio
In a special episode recorded backstage at The Long Road Festival, Jennie Longdon catches up with Cassadee Pope and Sam Palladio. Cassadee shares her punk and emo influences, and Sam tells Jennie how it felt to work with Elton John on the set of Nashville.
Sep 2, 2022 • 9min
The Long Road Festival 2022: Priscilla Block
In a special episode recorded backstage at The Long Road Festival, Jennie Longdon catches up with Priscilla Block about how she’s worked every job going before making it as a musician, and she shares the story of the day she met Taylor Swift.
