Country Music Talk

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.

Baylen Leonard chats with Keith Urban, a country music icon and recent inductee into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, about his long-awaited album 'High'. Keith reflects on the artistic struggles that led to its creation and the joy of collaborating with rising star Lainey Wilson. He shares anecdotes about his Olympic experiences, blending sports with creativity, and discusses the pride of transitioning from performing covers to showcasing original music. It's a heartfelt dive into the life of a legend and the passion that drives his craft.

Baylen Leonard talks to country music legend of 'Long Black Train' fame, Josh Turner, about his Grand Ole Opry debut, the TikTok revival of 'Your Man' and his brand new album 'This Country Music Thing'.

Jennie Longdon sits down with a country music superstar who has over 20 number 1 songs to his name... Thomas Rhett tells her all about how his family inspired his new album 'About A Woman,' reflects on his career and shares what it was like working with Morgan Wallen on 'Mamaw's House'.

The Long Road Festival Headliner Russell Dickerson sits down with Jennie Longdon to talk about how it feels to bring the RD Party back to his UK fans. He reflects on how it feels to be a father of two, shares his country music ambitions, and talks about playing the Grand Ole Opry.