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Piper Rodrigues, Jake Whittaker, Jay Santilli

Toyota Star Maker Announces Top Ten Finalists For 2024 Competition

Three artists in the 2024 top ten – Jake Whittaker, Jay Santilli and Piper Rodrigues – have already found coverage on Countrytown.

The Waifs

The Waifs Postpone Gig After Singer Donna Simpson Suffers Broken Ribs, Collapsed Lungs

"Four broken ribs, two collapsed lungs, and a bunch of bruises later, I have realised E Scooters and I don’t mix."

Lainey Wilson

Lainey Wilson Announces Sideshows For CMC Rocks 2024

Wilson’s headline shows will be supported by Jackson Dean and Kameron Marlowe, both of whom will also perform at CMC Rocks.

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Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton, Brad Cox & More: ARIA Awards 2023 Presenters & Performers Revealed

On Wednesday, 15 November, the ARIAs will take over the Hordern Pavilion, with an all-Australian line-up ready to perform on the night.

Mackenzie Porter

Mackenzie Porter Shares Baby News (And Pics!)

"We couldn’t be more excited to meet you, hold you, kiss your lil squishy cheeks..."

Chad Morgan

Chad Morgan Shares Health Update

"I am hoping the day will come when I can work again."

Troy Cassar-Daley

Find Troy Cassar Daley’s Guitar… At Vinnies!

“Vinnies has always had a special place in my heart, that’s why I am so excited and privileged to donate an acoustic guitar that I have hand-painted”.

Amber Lawrence Releasing Bonus Edition Of 'A Very Aussie Aussie Christmas' This Week

'A Very Aussie Aussie Christmas - Bonus Edition' is out this Friday, with four new songs added to the tracklist.

Portugal. The Man / Ziggy Alberts / Snarky Puppy

Portugal. The Man, Ziggy Alberts, Snarky Puppy & More Join Bluesfest 2024 Lineup

A total of 11 new artists have been added to the bill for next year’s bash in Byron Bay.

Justin Moore Suffers Wardrobe Malfunction

“I did not know it was this bad.”

Rhinestoned / Jessie Monk / Dave Wells

Rhinestoned, Jessie Monk & Dave Wells: Highlights From This Week’s ‘Grass Roots’

Every week, ABC Country's ‘Grass Roots’ program shines a light on the best independently released Australian country content.

Katrina Burgoyne

Katrina Burgoyne Expecting A Baby In April 2024

“Our bundle of joy is due the first week of April! We are excited for the new adventure and the inspiration!”

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