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News / Festivals

James Johnston at Strummingbird Newcastle

Strummingbird Festival Confirms 2027 Return

Sunshine Coast. After sharing some of the highlights of this year’s festival, including Bailey Zimmerman and Stella Lefty live-debuting their unreleased collab My Kinda Love , Cooper Alan covering ... international acts, Tyler Childers and Sam Barber , and Australian country sensation James Johnston. Additionally, Bailey Zimmerman stayed on board as the second-billed artist , sharing the stage with fellow international

Ladies Love Country

Need A Party After Strummingbird? The Ladies Have Got You Covered

country favourites. The Ladies caught this exclusive unreleased tune from Stella Lefty and Bailey Zimmerman , so for those heading to Newy and the Sunshine Coast shows next week

Features / Interviews

Blake Whiten

‘The Second I Put That Video Up, Something Crazy Happened’: Blake Whiten On Viral Fame & Touring Australia

million global streams, toured with Morgan Wallen and collaborated with Bailey Zimmerman . He performed at the Ridin’ Hearts Festival in Sydney and Melbourne ... circle. It was a very special moment.” Whiten has formed a close bond with Bailey Zimmerman, whom he describes as a “big brother figure.” They share the same producer

Post Malone

Post Malone Cancels 2026 Strummingbird Festival Appearances

Ballarat, Newcastle, and the Sunshine Coast this October, with the likes of Bailey Zimmerman , Cooper Alan , Stella Lefty , and Dexter & The Moonrocks all having been detailed on its line ... date in Ballarat. Concerns were previously raised as to whether or not Bailey Zimmerman would be able to make his upcoming Australian tour, given his recent brush with

Stella Lefty

Stella Lefty Announces Debut Album 'Long Way Home'

Australia in October, performing at this year’s Strummingbird Festival alongside Post Malone , Bailey Zimmerman , and more. Additionally, she’ll play a handful of headline shows in Melbourne and Sydney

Jelly Roll & Bailey Zimmerman

Jelly Roll & Bailey Zimmerman Announce Hiatuses From Touring

Both Jelly Roll and Bailey Zimmerman have respectively announced to fans that they’ll be taking a break from the live stage for some time. Jelly Roll was the first ... watch it, every word of it is the truth.” Embedded Content Meanwhile, Bailey Zimmerman took to social media late last week to inform his fans that he would also

News / Festivals

Ridin' Hearts 2024

Ridin' Hearts Festival Confirms It Won't Go Ahead In 2026, Prepares For 2027

Taking place at Showgrounds venues in Melbourne and Sydney, the inaugural line-up featured Bailey Zimmerman , Danielle Bradbery , Sam Barber , Zac & George , Seaforth , Sara Berki , and more. Introducing

Stella Lefty

Venue Upgrades Announced For Stella Lefty's 2026 Australian Shows

this year’s Strummingbird Festival , headlined by Post Malone and featuring the likes of Bailey Zimmerman , Cooper Alan , Sara Berki , Brad Cox , Max Jackson , and more. The festival takes place

Bailey Zimmerman

Bailey Zimmerman Has Charges Dropped Following Alleged US Hotel Room Trashing Incident

Bailey Zimmerman will not be facing charges following an alleged incident last month in which he is said to have trashed a US hotel room. Reports emerged this week that ... charges filed, it seems unlikely this recent incident will affect his touring plans. Bailey Zimmerman – Different Night Same Rodeo Tour 2026 With special guests Dexter And The Moonrocks Wednesday, October

News / Festivals

CMA Fest presented by SoFi poster

Fans To Relive CMA Fest With Stream This Month

earlier this month. Featured performers on the special include – and aren’t limited to – Bailey Zimmerman , Blake Shelton , The Band Perry , Carly Pearce , Cody Johnson , Ella Langley , the reunited Florida

Bailey Zimmerman

Bailey Zimmerman Issues Apology Following Alleged Trashing Of US Hotel Room

Following news that Bailey Zimmerman was facing federal and criminal misdemeanour charges after allegedly trashing a hotel room, the US singer has issued an apology to those affected ... understanding that I am human. I do not take your support for granted. — Bailey Zimmerman. At the time of the incident, Zimmerman took to social media to announce

Bailey Zimmerman

Bailey Zimmerman Facing Felony Charges After Allegedly Trashing US Hotel Room

single Rock And A Hard Place was certified Diamond in Canada, Illinois country singer Bailey Zimmerman is in hot water, with the musician reportedly facing federal and criminal misdemeanour charges ... Stella Lefty , and more. Two headline dates for Melbourne and Sydney are also planned. Bailey Zimmerman – Different Night Same Rodeo Tour 2026 With special guests Dexter And The Moonrocks Wednesday

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