I have always preferred music that leans toward Americana and Bluegrass, and my own favourite acts at Stagecoach are Sturgill Simpson, Ashley McBryde, Alanna Springsteen, and Flatland Cavalry.

400 years of Black women's history in country music Mother-daughter country performers O.N.E The Duo performed their 2023-released single "Hoedown" at the event.

Country music has never been more popular in Britain. Streaming of country songs increased by 70% in the first four months of 2024, says the British Phonographic Industry, a trade body.

So, this Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month, let’s acknowledge and celebrate the tremendous importance of Romani Gypsies and Travellers to our shared music heritage.

This renewed attention further cemented Martell’s place in country music history. Palmer, another pioneering Black country artist, honored Martell by naming her 2007 album Color Me Country, a ...