Megan Hopkins, Editor

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“I’ve really tried to delve into the country sound a little bit more. I’ve been surrounded by country producers in Nashville, so it’s been a great opportunity,”

“I get messages all the time about, when are you coming to Australia?” Culpepper says. "It’s going to be super fun to meet everybody over there."

After an intense year on the road The Wolfe Brothers are busy working on new songs and a revamped live show all coming later this year.

Country Fest QLD has just gotten even bigger, today announcing two international headliners have been added to the already stacked 2025 line up.

Ahead of International Women's Day, Sammi Palinkas delivers a high-energy anthem about knowing your worth and refusing to settle for less than you deserve in "What This Woman Wants".

The festival is coming out the gates this year with an already stacked lineup featuring Australian headliner James Reyne, Kasey Chambers, Daryl Braithwaite and more.

Wade Forster’s rapid rise to fame shows no signs of slowing down, captivating audiences both at home and abroad.

Country music lovers in Australia are in for a treat as Jon Pardi returns to the land Down Under after six years.

Ahead of his debut Australian tour, we sat down with Tennessee native Redferrin for an insightful chat, opening up about everything from his creative process to what he's most excited about when he lands Down Under.