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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!
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Drew Baldridge sits down with Baylen in London to talk about how it's felt returning to the UK for the first time since his debut at C2C earlier this year. He talks about 'Tough People' and the inspiration behind his latest single, 'Rebel'. He also tells Baylen what it was like performing at the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade with Mickey Guyton and how it felt to star in a movie.
Max McNown stops by on his UK tour to talk about how his career has taken off over the last 6 months. He discusses proposing to his wife while making the music video for 'Forever Ain't Long Enough,' how welcome he's felt in country music and in Nashville, and he looks ahead to his return to the UK to play the exciting new State Fayre Festival in 2026...
Josh Ross sits down with Baylen Leonard to talk about how his country music career has taken him from sleeping in his car to touring with Nickelback and Jelly Roll. He also talks about the success of his first Number 1 song, 'Single Again' and how performing in the UK is a long-term part of his plan.
Billy Bob Thornton talks to Ben Earle about reprising the role of Tommy Norris for Season 2 of Landman - the Taylor Sheridan drama with a soundtrack packed full of country music. He also talks about being friends with some of country music's legends; Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Kris Kristofferson and Johnny Cash, and shares the story of the day he and Johnny recorded a duet together... He also talks about collaborating with one of the most exciting new names in country, Carter Faith...
Brett Young joins Baylen Leonard in between dates on his UK tour. He talks about his loyal UK fanbase, working with George Birge and Lady A on his recent album 'Brett Young 2.0' and he shares his memories of headlining the Royal Albert Hall last year...
Kassi Ashton stops by to tell Baylen all about the new Deluxe edition of her album 'Made From The Dirt: The Blooms'. She also talks about how much she loves her UK fans, what it's like being on tour with Old Dominion and shares one of her favourite spots in London.
Old Dominion stop by on their UK tour to catch up with Baylen. They reminisce about being asleep moments before their C2C debut, reflect on their multiple CMA Award wins and talk about their latest album 'Barbara'.
Country music sensation Gareth stops by the studio to tell Baylen about his Grand Ole Opry debut which is happening next week and what it was like working with Joss Stone on his new EP 'Bluebird'.
Baylen Leonard meets one of the most exciting new names in country music - C2C Headliner, Zach Top. He talks about the moment he realised that he was making it, why he thinks traditional country is so popular right now and looks ahead to his UK debut as a headliner at C2C in 2026.
Kane Brown stops by on his UK tour to catch up with Baylen Leonard. Kane talks about how his UK tour has been the most fun he's ever had here, and he looks ahead to new music. They also talk about dogs, vlogs and playing golf in a named storm...
Baylen Leonard catches up with Myles Smith to find out all about his country music journey... From his first trip to Nashville to find inspiration as a songwriter to his collaborations with Lainey Wilson and Shaboozey, Myles shares his story and talks about how making good relatable music is more important than genre labels.
Baylen Leonard catches up with Grand Ole Opry Host and presenter of The Nashville Show on Absolute Radio Country, Kelly Sutton. They talk about what makes the Opry so special and look ahead to The Grand Ole Opry Live In London at the Royal Albert Hall.
Country music icon Marty Stuart talks to Baylen Leonard about The Grand Ole Opry Live In London. He shares his memory of his Opry debut when he was a teenager and talks about his first ever trip to the UK when he played in Johnny Cash's band.
Ben Earle sits down with Grammy winner Carly Pearce to talk about The Grand Ole Opry Live In London. She shares the moment Dolly Parton invited her to become an Opry member, explains what the Opry is and why it's so special to country music, and talks about her life as a songwriter and artist in music city...
Grammy Award Winner Ashley McBryde stops by to talk to Baylen about the Grand Ole Opry Live In London which is happening this week... She tells him how hard it was to keep it a secret and why the Opry is so important to her. She also talks about the yodelling on 'Ain't Enough Cowboy Songs' and shares the story behind her latest single, 'Rattlesnake Preacher'.
Riley Green stops by the Absolute Radio Country studio to show Baylen Leonard how you REALLY use a duck call... He also talks about the personal song writing on his album 'Don't Mind If I Do' and he tells us how he warned Ella Langley that rumours might start as a result of their hit song 'you look like you love me'...
Baylen Leonard catches up with A Thousand Horses on their first trip to the UK in 6 years. They talk about their latest music, how their lives have changed over the last decade since 'Smoke' was a Number 1 song AND they share the life advice that Chris Stapleton gave them...
Country music superstar Jordan Davis sits down with Baylen Leonard. They talk about his brand new album 'Learn The Hard Way', the 'Ain't Enough Road Tour' that he's bringing to the UK in 2026 AND he talks about working with his old friend Carly Pearce. He also shares the story of getting pulled over by a cop on the way to a festival and talks about the end-of-tour gift he received from Luke Combs...
Jennie Longdon, Baylen Leonard and Ben Earle take you backstage at The Long Road Festival 2025 as they talk to the biggest artists on the line-up00:36 – Drake Milligan10:32 – Larry Fleet21:57 – First Time Flyers28:36 – Halle Kearns34:21 -Gareth41:30 – Ashley Monroe46:25 – Midland55:05 – Mackenzie Carpenter1:00:00 – Janet Devlin1:06:00 – Kezia Gill1:11:00 – Alana Springsteen1:20:00 – Erin Kinsey1:26:00 – Fancy Hagood1:37:00 – Evan Bartels
Stephen Wilson Jr. stops by the Absolute Radio Country studio to tell Baylen about his latest song 'Dig A Hole'. He also tells the story of leaving his secure and stable corporate job to write songs in music city...
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love the show so far, keep it up 😎