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The article features the country music performer Ward Thomas comprised of twin sister Lizzy and Catherine Ward from Hampshire, England. It highlights the duo's album titled "Cartwheels" which was released on September 9, 20116, and mentions their trademark harmonies that earned them fans wherever they go and perform. It also notes that the sisters were still at school when they recorded their first album and became known when they started performing.

The article presents a calendar of events related to country music in England in August-September 2007. The Earl Brothers will perform at the Belfast Open House Festival on September 27. Jace Everett will perform at the North Wales Country Music Festival on September 8. Simon Hopper Band will perform at the Cambridge Rock Festival.

The article offers information on "The South Will Rise Again," a music festival that was held in Canford Park Arena in Poole, Dorset, England on July 26-29, 2007. The festival featured several U.S. and European country bands including Jive Aces, Peter Dula and the Rowers, Jessie Taylor and Texas Storm, Buchanan, Valerie Smith, Liberty Pike, Diesel Cowboys.

The article highlights the Americana International Festival which was held on July 6-8, 2007 at Newark County Showground in England. The country music event was opened by a number of singer-songwriters which included Eddie Blackstone, Beth Navaro and Reg Meuross. Delbert McClinton performed the song "Every Time I Roll the Dice" while Carlen Carter sung "I'm So Cool."

An interview with brother country musicians Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard better known as Florida Georgia Line in London, England is presented. They share their activities and upcoming release of the album "Anything Goes." They reveal what musical influences shaped their sound and genre. They also disclose why they enjoy mixing other genres into country songs and their feeling about the brother-country label.

The author looks back at the changes in fold dance music in England in the 1970s and since. He cites the changing repertoires of the folk song clubs and the birth of the English Country Music movement. He also notes the impact of Topic Records' release of "English Country Music From East Anglia" and "Boscastle Breakdown." The emergence of innovative bands such as The Old Swan Band, the use of cross-genre instrumentation and style, and the development of eceilidh are also discussed.

The article discusses the highlights of the Home Festival that was held at Dartington Hall Gardens in Devon, England on June 24-25, 2011. The country music event featured concerts and workshops in Great Hall, the Barn, and the Upper Gatehouse, among other venues. Among the performers at the festival are Fernhill, Martha Tilston and Alejandro Toledo & the Magic Tombolinos.

The article focuses on Benjamin Rose of Belchalwell, Dorset, England and the book he completed in 1822 which contains country dance tunes. It provides a background of Rose and his manuscript book of tunes. It relates the significance of the books. Some of the country dance tunes included in Rose's book are "Soldiers Joy," "Speed the Plough" and "The Devil Among the Tailors." Information is presented on the village of Belchalwell during Rose's lifetime.

Several letters to the editor are presented in response to articles in previous issues related to country music, including a request to introduce a series of articles recounting the lives and careers of influential figures of country music history, a gratitude for putting on the show at the Hazlitt Theatre in Maidstone, Kent, England, and an insight on the successes of Poco and the Eagles.

The author narrates her experience in attending the 2007 Latitude Festival in Suffolk, England. Stephanie Dosen has performed songs from her latest album "The Lily and the Spectre." Scottish singer-songwriter Alasdair Roberts plays a selection from him album and the results of his "Ballad of the Book" collaboration with Robin Robertson.

This article features the Alter States Club Nights in Essex, England. Initially focused on Americana and country music-inspired acts, the club currently features other music genres. Some of the artists and musicians that have played or will be playing at the Alter States Club Nights include Eve Selis, the Redlands Palomino Company, Ian Siegal, Lisa O'Kane, and Matt Schofield. The venue is being operated by Ian Flavill, who also helps in promoting the British tours of various artists.

The article features the Maze, a music venue at Mansfield Road in Nottingham, England. A brief description of the venue is presented. Some of the music genres offered by the venue include acoustic and country music. It mentions several musicians who have performed at the venue including Ray Wylie Hubbard, Slaid Cleaves and Eric Taylor.

The article deals with the participation of the Slowdown Boys at the Melbourne Festival in Derbyshire, England on September 10, 2006. The group is excellent in playing old country music. It is the type of music that require a fiddle rather than strings and that still holds a direct link with its origins in the Appalachian and Smoky Mountain.

The article highlights the Summer Sundae Festival, a music festival featuring country and Americana musicians in Leicester, England, from August 11-13, 2006. The event took place over one day and had 12 bands including Lambchop, Peter Bruntnell, Grand Drive and Lincoln. On the main stage, James Morrison opens the show.

The article reviews a concert performance by country music singer Leeroy Stagger at The Barfly in Camden, London, England on May 29, 2006.

Previews the Wychwood Festival which will be held on June 2-4, 2006 at Cheltenham Racecourse in England. Views of country musician Eliza Carthy on the festival; Information on the musicians who will attend the event; Cost of tickets; Contact information.

Previews the Cambridge Folk Festival which will be held at Cherry Hinton Hall Grounds in England on July 27-30, 2006. List of country musicians who will participate in the festival; Cost of tickets; Contact information.

This article presents a narrative of the author's experience in attending a performance by country musician Tom Kimmell at the Cabbage Patch Club in London, England on October 16, 2005. A list of musicians who covered the songs of Kimmell is presented. It provides the family and career background of Kimmell. The songs performed by Kimmell are outlined.

This article focuses on a performance by country musician Mark Mulcahy in Bristol, England on October 11, 2005. Information is provided on several musicians influenced by Mulcahy. The songs performed by Mulcahy are presented. The characteristics of each song Mulcahy performed are described.

Presents letters to the editor referencing articles and topics discussed in previous issues. Interest in country music; Comment on the music release "The Carlton Chronicles," by South San Gabriel; Highlights of Maverick of the Country Legends show in England.

Highlights the events at the Summer Sundae country music festival which was held at the DeMontfort Hall in Leicester, England from August 12 to 14, 2005. Selection of folk and country musicians who performed during the festival; Impression on the performances.

Highlights the events at The South Will Rise Again country music festival which was held from July 29 to 31, 2005 at the Canford Park Arena in Poole, England. Musicians who performed during the event; Impression on the shows; Festivities and acts during the festival; Accommodation and facilities at the event.

Reviews the "Way Beyond Nashville" festival at the Barbican Centre, London until November 20.

In this article, the author offers a look at the country song and dance classes of Morley College in London, England which began in 1912. The author describes the folk dance group formed by class tutor Peggy Kettlewell for the college. Information is also given on the schedule of country dancing and folk songs classes of the school. It cites some of the college's dance tutors, including Roland Heath, Richard Callender, William Ganiford, and Ellen Taylor.

The article features Dan Whitehouse, a Black country singer-songwriter from England. It presents some comments on the self-titled debut album of Whitehouse, including remarks from Tom Robinson of BBC 6 Music. It describes Whitehouse's work with brain injury victims through music. It provides a background of his career in music.

The article offers information on the fourth Maverick Festival in Suffolk, England from July 1-3, 2011. The focus of the festival is on Americana Music. The festival will feature acts such as Melanie, Canadian country-rockers Blue Rodeo, singer-songwriter Danny Schmidt and Danni Nicholls. Making a return visit to the festival are American singer-songwriter Brigitte Demeyer, BJ Cole and Police Dog Hogan.

This article reports on the third annual celebration of British Country Music to be held at George Lawton Hall in Greater Manchester, England, on October 30, 2010.

The article offers information on the Brampton Live concert to be held at the William Howard Centre and Church Lane Farm in Brampton, England on July 16-18, 2010.

The article profiles Bryan Chalker, the newly elected chairman of the Bath & North Somerset Council in England. Chalker is a former police officer, professional broadcaster, freelance journalist, country recording artist, and author of four books, including three on cookery. He turned his back on the music scene in 2002, and was subsequently elected councillor in Bath City, England. His elevation to the pinnacle of local politics is considered unique for an entertainer previously associated with traditional country music.

The article presents information on a special event that will celebrate British country music to be held at the George Lawton Hall, Mossley, Tameside, England on October 16, 2008. The tour will include four acts featuring modern country music performances by Brian Hughes, the Lonesharks and Buchanan.

The article features country singer-songwriter Alan West. Born in Devon, England, he is one of the country's best musical performers, receiving plenty of awards and numerous praises from his fans. He collaborated with Steve Elliott in 1985 and received the British Finest Duo award in 1990. West has also experienced ups and downs in the industry, and now, he is on his way to a successful solo career and has recorded a splendid album called "Songs From a Neophyte."

The article offers information on A Country Affair, a family day out event, to be held at Clapham Common in London, England from May 26 to 28, 2007. The event will offer entertainment and activities, such as performances of a mix of country, folk and roots music. It will feature several musicians, including the Haley Sisters,Lisa Knapp and Dan Clews.

The article presents information on the Wickham Festival to be held in Hampshire, England from August 2-5, 2007. It will feature performers from the folk, country, acoustic, blues and world music genres. Folk-rock band Jethro Tull will perform at the event. Other artists who will participate in the festival include Dean Friedman, the Hamsters and Kathryn Tickell.

The article features the Empty Rooms Promotions, which promote country music bands and musicians, in Buckingham, England. Empty Rooms, which was founded by live music enthusiasts Mike Trotman and Pearse Guina, utilizes the Radcliffe Centre, one of the unusual and attractive venues in the country. Empty Rooms had its first concert in 2002 by musicians Bill Mallonee and Julie Lee, and after that, many top artists such as Tom Russell and Rod Picott have appeared.

The article reports on the closure of the Maidstone Country & Roots Music Club that has been presenting country and bluegrass music at the Soul Café in Maidstone, England. Due to the high quality of performances presented at the venue, the Soul Café developed an international reputation for being one of the best listening places in Great Britain.