Best Cmafest Podcasts (2025)

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A Thousand Horses 25:58

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6d ago25:58

25:58

Baylen Leonard catches up with A Thousand Horses on their first trip to the UK in 6 years. They talk about their latest music, how their lives have changed over the last decade since 'Smoke' was a Number 1 song AND they share the life advice that Chris Stapleton gave them...

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Jordan Davis - August 2025 23:17

11d ago23:17

23:17

Country music superstar Jordan Davis sits down with Baylen Leonard. They talk about his brand new album 'Learn The Hard Way', the 'Ain't Enough Road Tour' that he's bringing to the UK in 2026 AND he talks about working with his old friend Carly Pearce. He also shares the story of getting pulled over by a cop on the way to a festival and talks about…

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The Long Road Festival 2025 1:46:24

20d ago1:46:24

1:46:24

Jennie Longdon, Baylen Leonard and Ben Earle take you backstage at The Long Road Festival 2025 as they talk to the biggest artists on the line-up 00:36 – Drake Milligan 10:32 – Larry Fleet 21:57 – First Time Flyers 28:36 – Halle Kearns 34:21 -Gareth 41:30 – Ashley Monroe 46:25 – Midland 55:05 – Mackenzie Carpenter 1:00:00 – Janet Devlin 1:06:00 – K…

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Stephen Wilson Jr. 21:09

1M ago21:09

21:09

Stephen Wilson Jr. stops by the Absolute Radio Country studio to tell Baylen about his latest song 'Dig A Hole'. He also tells the story of leaving his secure and stable corporate job to write songs in music city...

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Waylon Wyatt 12:02

2M ago12:02

12:02

Waylon Wyatt stops by the Absolute Radio Country studio to tell Baylen how it felt performing to thousands of fans when he supported Zach Bryan at Hyde Park. He also tells the story of his rise to fame on social media, and how he'd love to release a full length album now that he's graduated High School.…

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Cam - July 2025 24:53

2M ago24:53

24:53

Baylen Leonard catches up with Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter Cam to talk all about her brand new album, All Things Light. It’s been a big year for Cam, and there’s plenty to catch up on. She shares what it was like writing for Beyoncé’s Grammy-winning album Cowboy Carter, opens up about her own songwriting process, and talks through ho…

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Sam Palladio - July 2025 21:20

2M ago21:20

21:20

Nashville legend Sam Palladio stops by the Absolute Radio Country studio to tell Baylen Leonard about his exciting lead role in the new series of 'The Couple Next Door' on channel 4. He also reflects on playing Gunnar Scott in 'Nashville' and looks ahead to the Nashville Live In Concert - The Encore Tour which comes to the UK in 2026...…

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Janet Devlin 10:59

2M ago10:59

10:59

Lou Nash talks to X Factor alumni and country music singer-songwriter Janet Devlin about her album 'Emotional Rodeo'. Janet also looks ahead to performing at The Long Road Festival this summer.

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Mackenzie Carpenter 17:18

2M ago17:18

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Mackenzie Carpenter talks to Baylen Leonard about her new album 'Hey Country Queen'. She talks about working with Midland on 'I Wish You Would' and looks ahead to performing at The Long Road Festival later this summer...

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Gareth - June 2025 9:20

3M ago9:20

9:20

Viral country music sensation Gareth pops into the studio to tell Baylen how he began a career by posting covers on the internet, and now finds himself living in music city writing songs for a living. Gareth shares stories from his adventures in Nashville, and looks ahead to performing at The Long Road Festival in August.…

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Alexandra Kay - June 2025 24:48

3M ago24:48

24:48

Alexandra Kay stops by the Absolute Radio Country studio to tell Baylen Leonard about her brand new song 'The Last'. She talks about how she built her fanbase in the UK, what it was like supporting Morgan Wallen at BST last summer and she shares the story of how she went from being an independent artist to being signed by a major record label.…

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Lainey Wilson - June 2025 11:02

3M ago11:02

11:02

Baylen Leonard talks to Lainey Wilson backstage before one of her shows. They discuss how her success in country music has changed her life, she reflects on becoming a member of the Grand Ole Opry and gives a few clues about what her wedding dress may look like...

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Max McNown - May 2025 7:46

3M ago7:46

7:46

Max McNown stops by the Absolute Radio Country studio to talk to Baylen about the inspiration behind his songs 'Better Me For You' and 'A Lot More Free'. He also talks about his recent album 'Night Diving'.

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Niko Moon 6:45

3M ago6:45

6:45

Niko Moon brings the sunshine to Absolute Radio Country as he tells Baylen how he aims to take his fans on vacation with his music... He shares his favourite kind of holiday, how ice baths keep him thriving and looks ahead to his brand-new album which is coming out this summer.

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Kip Moore - May 2025 30:34

4M ago30:34

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Kip Moore chats to Baylen Leonard about how it feels to be back in the UK for his tour. He talks about how he's built a special relationship with his UK fans, shares his approach to song writing, and explains why saying 'no' to opportunities can be really important.

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Dan Rogers 27:02

4M ago27:02

27:02

Baylen Leonard sits down with Senior Vice President and Executive Producer of the Grand Ole Opry, Dan Rogers, to talk about Grand Ole Opry Live In London, which is coming to the Royal Albert Hall this September. Dan explains what the Opry is, why it's such a special part of a country artist's career, and how they're celebrating 100 years of the wor…

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Highways 2025: Eric Paslay 8:27

4M ago8:27

8:27

Eric Paslay talks to Baylen backstage at the Royal Albert Hall to talk about performing the songwriters round at Highways Festival. He also shares some secrets of being a hit songwriter in music city.

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Highways 2025: Charles Wesley Godwin 16:44

4M ago16:44

16:44

Baylen Leonard hangs out with Charles Wesley Godwin backstage at the Royal Albert Hall for the Highways Festival. They talk about his latest EP, what the Grand Ole Opry means to him, and he shares how it feels to be on the same lineup as country music icon Willie Nelson.

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Highways 2025: Ashley Campbell 9:50

4M ago9:50

9:50

Ashley Campbell chats to Baylen Leonard backstage at Highways Festival to talk about her forthcoming single and album, and she reflects on performing with her legendary father, Glen Campbell, at London's Royal Festival Hall.

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Highways 2025: Katie Pruitt 7:10

4M ago7:10

7:10

Baylen Leonard talks to Katie Pruitt backstage at the Highways Festival at the Royal Albert Hall.

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Highways 2025: Bella White 7:28

4M ago7:28

7:28

Join Baylen Leonard backstage at the Royal Albert Hall as he catches up with Bella White just before she makes her Highways Festival debut.

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Highways 2025: Molly Tuttle 9:55

4M ago9:55

9:55

Baylen Leonard talks to Molly Tuttle backstage at the Highways Festival at the Royal Albert Hall. They discuss what bluegrass music really is, Molly shares how it felt to win a Grammy Award for her last album, and talks about collaborating with Hailey Whitters.

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Highways 2025: Caylee Hammack 21:42

4M ago21:42

21:42

Caylee Hammack talks to Baylen Leonard about how it feels to be performing at the iconic Royal Albert Hall for Highways Festival 2025. She talks about escaping to the highlands of Scotland to find inspiration for her music, her recent album 'Bed of Roses' and how it feels to play shows at some of country music's most prestigious venues.…

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Highways 2025: Eric Church 6:11

4M ago6:11

6:11

Eric Church talks to Baylen about how it feels to be headlining 2 x nights at the iconic Royal Albert Hall at Highways Festival, and what fans can expect from these very special, unique shows...

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Mickey Guyton - May 2025 13:36

4M ago13:36

13:36

Mickey Guyton talks to Baylen Leonard about her incredible cover of Ringo Starr's 'You Don't Know Me At All'. She also talks about writing with Tyler Hubbard, reflects on her Grand Ole Opry debut and discusses her favourite British snack - the humble pork scratching.

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Kassi Ashton - May 2025 14:09

4M ago14:09

14:09

Kassi Ashton stops by the Absolute Radio Country studio to tell Baylen Leonard all about her duet with Parker McCollum, how performing music has been in her blood since she was a baby, and she reflects on the highs and lows of making it in country music.

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Jackson Dean - April 2025 24:07

4M ago24:07

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Jackson Dean stops by the Absolute Radio Country during his UK tour to talk to Baylen about his new songs 'Real Real' and 'Be Your Man'. He talks about why UK country audiences will always be special to him, and reflects on the UK show that was possibly 'the best 30 minutes of his life'...

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Tucker Wetmore - April 2025 13:53

5M ago13:53

13:53

Tucker Wetmore joins Baylen to talk about his new album What Not To… He shares how personal his song writing is, how his exes must know which songs are about them and reflects on the success he's experienced over the last year…

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Maggie Antone 14:59

5M ago14:59

14:59

Maggie Antone tells Baylen Leonard how a Tyler Childers cover she posted on TikTok helped to launch her career in country music. She also talks about her album 'Rhinestoned' and how growing up in Virginia means country has always been in her blood...

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Drew Baldridge 33:08

5M ago33:08

33:08

Baylen Leonard sits down with Drew Baldridge to hear the fascinating story behind his number 1 songs 'She's Somebody's Daughter' and 'Tough People'. He also reflects on his C2C Spotlight Stage performance and looks ahead to new music that's coming before the end of 2025.

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Avery Anna - April 2025 7:42

5M ago7:42

7:42

Lou Nash talks to Avery Anna about her recent main stage performance at C2C and how it compared to her UK debut on the spotlight stage just 3 years ago. Avery also shares details of her exciting new album 'Let Go Letters' which comes out in May.

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49 Winchester - April 2025 8:32

5M ago8:32

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Chase and Isaac from 49 Winchester join Baylen Leonard in the studio to talk about their UK tour that's been announced for October. They share how it feels watching their UK fan base grow, and how important it is to support up-and-coming artists.

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Wyatt Flores - April 2025 12:57

5M ago12:57

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Wyatt Flores joins Baylen in the studio to talk about what's special about bringing his music to the UK. They also talk about his move from Nashville back home to Oklahoma, Wyatt shares his favourite meal to cook for friends and family and he teases some very special new music that's coming soon...

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Tanner Adell 22:56

5M ago22:56

22:56

Baylen Leonard catches up with Tanner Adell to talk about her latest single 'Going Blonde'. As well as sharing the deeply personal story behind her new music, Tanner talks about her love of London and her UK fans, and what it's like working with Beyonce...

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Kashus Culpepper 13:41

5M ago13:41

13:41

Kashus Culpepper catches up with Baylen Leonard and shares the story of how picking up a guitar for the first time while on deployment with the US Navy changed his life... He reflects on how he's built an unexpected career in country music, and talks about what it's like travelling to the UK for the first time.…

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Warren Zeiders - March 2025 24:56

6M ago24:56

24:56

Warren Zeiders sits down with Baylen Leonard to talk about his new album 'Relapse, Lies and Betrayal'. He also discusses how a Lacrosse injury led to him to pursue a path in country music and shares his healthy-living approach to ordering fast food...

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Ryan Hurd 21:23

6M ago21:23

21:23

Ryan Hurd sits down with Baylen Leonard to talk about his new album 'Midwest Rock & Roll'. He tells the amazing story behind his song 'Paul' and shares the inspiration behind the rest of the album.

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Shaboozey 18:17

6M ago18:17

18:17

Baylen Leonard sits down with Shaboozey just after his main-stage performance at C2C 2025. He talks about how his life has been a whirlwind since 'A Bar Song', looks ahead to his performance at Glastonbury this summer, and reflects on bringing a wide range of influences to his music.

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Dierks Bentley 12:04

6M ago12:04

12:04

Baylen Leonard sits down with Dierks Bentley backstage just before his headline performance at C2C. They talk about his latest song with Stephen Wilson Jr., how the country music scene has changed since his last visit to the UK, and how he's been making the most of his time in London...

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Tyler Hubbard - March 2025 12:15

6M ago12:15

12:15

Tyler Hubbard stops by the Absolute Radio Country studio to say hi to Baylen Leonard before hitting the main stage at C2C 2025. They talk about how it feels to be back in the UK as a solo artist, his album 'Strong' and the latest single 'Turn'. He also shares what it's like writing songs with Ed Sheeran.…

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Willow Avalon 29:08

6M ago29:08

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Ben Earle catches up with Willow Avalon ahead of her C2C debut. They talk about her new album, who she is LOVING in country music right now, and she shares the story of how she went from living in her car in Los Angeles to landing a record deal....

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Corey Kent - February 2025 18:37

7M ago18:37

18:37

Corey Kent chats to Baylen about his latest live EP, how it felt to do his first UK headline tour, and how he plans to make his UK fans a priority in his country music career.

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Nate Smith - February 2025 17:06

7M ago17:06

17:06

Baylen catches up with his buddy Nate Smith who is on the line-up for the main stage at C2C 2025. He talks about his whirlwind career over the last 2 years, how excited he is to be returning to the UK, and shares the story behind his new collaboration with Hardy - 'Nobody Likes Your Girlfriend'.

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Kane Brown - February 2025 13:15

7M ago13:15

13:15

Ben Earle sits down with country music superstar Kane Brown to talk about his latest album 'The High Road'. They discuss fatherhood and songwriting, what Jelly Roll brought to the song 'Haunted' and how it feels sharing the stage with his wife Katelyn...Kane also looks ahead to his HUGE UK tour later on this year.…

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Carly Pearce - February 2025 14:31

7M ago14:31

14:31

Carly Pearce sits down with Baylen Leonard during her UK tour. They talk about the inspiration behind her hit song 'Truck On Fire,' how she loves being a member of the Grand Ole Opry in its 100th year, and what she gets up in the UK when she's not on stage performing...

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Midland - February 2025 18:35

7M ago18:35

18:35

Baylen Leonard catches up with Mark Wystrach from Midland to talk about the announcement that they'll be headlining The Long Road Festival this summer. Mark also shares what he loves about UK country fans and looks ahead to new music that's coming soon...

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Darius Rucker - February 2025 19:56

7M ago19:56

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Darius Rucker stops by to tell Baylen Leonard all about his recent move to London, how he's loving life in the UK and writing with some of our homegrown songwriters... He also shares what it was like performing with Morgan Wallen in front of 70,000 fans, and looks ahead to his brand new series of shows on Absolute Radio Country.…

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Max McNown 25:19

7M ago25:19

25:19

Baylen catches up with Max McNown to talk about his viral hit 'A Lot More Free,' his brand-new album 'Night Diving' and his trip to the UK to play the C2C Festival in March.

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Ashley Cooke - February 2025 15:09

7M ago15:09

15:09

Ben Earle catches up with Ashley Cooke to find out how it felt when her song 'Your Place' when to Number 1 last year, and what it's like travelling in her fancy new tour bus. They also talk about the Grand Ole Opry, her love for her UK fans and her brand new single 'I Almost Do'.

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Brothers Osborne - January 2025 23:13

7M ago23:13

23:13

Baylen Leonard sits down with TJ and John Osborne to talk about the time they've spent touring the UK, their multiple award wins and nominations and the highlights of their illustrious career. They also share how they almost ended up being plumbers...