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The Best Australian Country Albums Of 2025
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by Emily Wilson
Wade Forster, Hayley Jensen & Imogen Clark
As the year comes to a close, it's time to reflect on some of the best records released in the local country scene throughout 2025.
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Fanny Lumsden
'We’re Having So Much Fun With It': Fanny Lumsden Is Giving Rising Acts The Chance To 'Play With Fanny'
One of Aussie country music's brightest rising stars, Fanny Lumsden, will kick off 2026 with an Australian capital cities tour that will feature an array of local and emerging acts in support. And any musical act can put their hand up for the spot.
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Y.O.G.A, Taylor Moss
How Y.O.G.A’s ‘9 To 5’ Remix Went From Road-Trip Chaos To A Global Viral Moment
Y.O.G.A has given Countrytown the exclusive story on how his hit remix accidentally took over the internet.
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Rachael Fahim
Rachael Fahim: 'Crying Over Someone Who Doesn't Deserve Your Tears Isn't Worth It'
The rising country star talks messy break-ups and number one hits.
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Zac Brown Band
Zac Brown Band On Their New Album Love & Fear
To celebrate the release of their new album, the Zac Brown Band shared stories, mud disasters and some of their most honest reflections yet with Countrytown at the Deni Ute Muster.
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Sammy White
Sammy White Is Looking Forward With 'Friend Of A Friend': 'I Have More Stories To Tell'
After nearly a year and a half since hearing new music from Sammy White, she's returned with a thrilling new single, 'Friend Of A Friend.' And she's not stopping here.
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Clint Wilson
'Be Careful What You Tell A Songwriter': Clint Wilson Is A Naturally Inquisitive Storyteller
As Clint Wilson hits the road in support of his fourth album, 'Actually, It Is You,' it's clear he's a prominent voice using a collaborative approach to enhance his work.
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Wade Forster
“You Can’t Fake Country”: Wade Forster On Raw Stories & The Wild Ride Ahead
“You hear more good stories at a bush pub than you ever will in a songwriting camp.”
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The Dead South
The Dead South Gear Up For Round Two Down Under
The Dead South are heading back to Australia with big strings, big stories, and the guarantee: “We’re all piss funny to boot.”
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Strummingbird
Live Nation Plans To Widen Presence In Australian Country Music
“The fan base has so much zeal and enjoyment, and it’s such a fantastic experience for the artists, especially for artists coming into the Australian market for the first time.”
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Lane Pittman
Lane Pittman Tells All: “They’ll Probably Get Up Me For Saying It”
From when to expect new music and tour dates in places he’s never been before. Lane Pittman went rogue at Ridin’ Hearts and Countrytown has all the scoop.
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Shaboozey
Shaboozey Is Country’s Cool New Storyteller, And The Virginia Native Is Just Getting Started
“I just wanted to do something different and really pay homage to where I’m from.”