What’s your plan for London in March? Between intimate songwriter sessions and raucous after parties, there’s a high chance that Country 2 Country at the O2 will keep you busy enough. But, in case the huge country music festival leaves you any downtime in the capital, as locals we’re sharing some of our favourite spots;... Continue Reading →
Gig Guru: How to Have the Best Time at a Concert
Have you seen this man? No, not Nashville's Charles Esten, the one on the right. You may be more familiar with the back of his head. He’s the one miles ahead of you in the venue queue; the one closest to the stage while you’re squashed somewhere back near the the toilets. So, as part... Continue Reading →
Uncensored Reviews of the Latest Albums… by a Country Music Novice
Last year, a non country music fan stole my Chris Stapleton CD. After months of searching down the back of my own sofa, I heard Tennessee Whiskey playing while sat on hers waiting for dinner. She claims I’d lent her the album but this seems very unlikely. Either way, she was completely converted – to... Continue Reading →
2018 Preview: Country Music Happenings in the UK
It’s early days for 2018 (literally) but country music fans in the UK have already got a lot to look forward to. Here’s just a taste of the ways this year looks set to be a momentous one. Flights We’re ridiculously excited about British Airways’ London to Nashville flights, launching in May. This new, direct... Continue Reading →
QUIZ: Which Country Song Should be Your 2018 Resolution?
Just 7 questions to find the "perfect" country music lyric to inspire your New Year resolution. We may or may not have been on the whiskey when we wrote this, so can accept no responsibility for any major life decisions you make based on your internet quiz results. Enjoy and let us know what you... Continue Reading →