Adam Harvey’s ode to his mum proves the power of song
Country star Adam Harvey is more reflective than ever on his 17th studio album, which pays tribute to his parents, his boyhood and celebrates life's soundtrack.
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Dust never settles as Slim’s son releases debut album
David Kirkpatrick spent his early years on the road with his parents Slim Dusty and Joy McKean, memories that have inspired his band's debut country album.
Cassar-Daley finds a way after losing his ‘lighthouse’
Troy Cassar-Daley recorded his new album in the room where his beloved mother died, letting her spirit do the talking in an intimate collection of songs.
The music, memories and 78,000km behind Mortimer’s rise
Robbie Mortimer says all his memories are linked to music, a passion he pursued despite outsiders' expectations to live up to his family's sporting legacy.
Brad Cox keeping it down home as he hits the road solo
Country music star Brad Cox learnt about having a yarn from the best: Australian farmers. Now he's taking those stories to the stage on a solo regional tour.
Love conquers all as country duo sweep Golden Guitars
Felicity Urquhart and Josh Cunningham have won three Golden Guitars, including best song, while Brad Cox and The Wolfe Brothers also won multiple awards.
Viral sea shanty boost as US band returns to Oz
An unlikely sea shanty medley that went viral on TikTok has changed the face (and age) of US country group Home Free's gigs, as they prepare to play CMC Rocks.
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Swift elated with shock Golden Guitar win
Andrew Swift has been named best male artist at the Golden Guitar Awards at Tamworth, while duo Brooke McClymont and Adam Eckersley also won big.
Good old day for Swift at Golden Guitars
Andrew Swift was a shock pick for best male artist at the Golden Guitar Awards in Tamworth, with Amber Lawrence and Casey Barnes also claiming major prizes.
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No end in sight for Barnes’ stunning rise
Casey Barnes' career has been one long rise to the top of Australian country music and he's hopeful of more awards with five Golden Guitar nominations.