2025 has been an incredible year for country music, and one of the highlights for us has been getting up close and personal with some of the genre’s most exciting voices. We did nearly 100 interviews with Country artists this year. From rising stars like Carter Faith and Warren Zeiders to established heavyweights like Kane Brown and Old Dominion, our interviews captured the stories, inspirations and behind-the-scenes moments that make these artists so compelling. Whether it was a deep dive into songwriting, a candid chat about life on the road, or sharing the personal moments that shaped their music, these conversations gave our readers a rare glimpse into the hearts and minds of country music’s finest. It was a hard task but we've narrowed down all our interviews this year to our favourite five.
Brandy Clark
In an interview ahead of her UK tour, Brandy Clark reflected on a career that’s taken her from writing hits for the likes of Miranda Lambert and Kacey Musgraves to becoming one of country music’s most respected singer‑songwriters in her own right. She discussed how her 2013 debut '12 Stories' launched her solo journey, and how her 2023 self-titled album — featuring the Grammy-winning duet ‘Dear Insecurity' — marked a deeply personal and artistically fulfilling milestone. She also spoke candidly about the changing landscape for women in country music, her admiration for the timeless songwriting of legends like Willie Nelson and Carole King, and her ongoing passion for storytelling rooted in small towns, everyday heartbreak, and the common experiences that connect us all. Full interview here.
Rob Williford
After nine years as a central part of Luke Combs’ touring band and songwriting team, veteran collaborator Rob Williford stepped out on his own in 2025 with the deeply personal and emotionally rich debut album ‘Johnny & Jenny.' Recorded at the legendary FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals, the 14‑track LP delivers raw Americana storytelling rooted in addiction, heartbreak, redemption and resilience — a stark departure from the mainstream polish he once helped craft from behind the scenes. In our conversation with Williford, he reflected on the journey that took him from late nights playing Broadway in Nashville to walking away from the limelight in search of creative truth, explaining that ‘Johnny & Jenny' isn’t about chasing hits, but about “making something real” that speaks to anyone who’s felt lost or in pain. Full interview here.
Riley Green
Green reflected on how far he’s come — from playing small venues in Alabama to starring on sold‑out UK shows — and admitted the love for writing songs never fades. He was also very honest when asked about being objectified in a way that female artists wouldn't accept or put up with. He spoke about drawing inspiration from home and life on the road, constantly writing and evolving his sound, embracing both loud crowd‑pleasers and personal deep cuts alike. Green also shared a wish‑list of dream collaborators, naming Jamey Johnson as someone he’d like to work with next, highlighting his respect for classic country songwriting and commitment to staying true to his musical roots. Full interview here.
Ian Munsick
Ian Munsick’s interview ahead of his album 'Eagle Feather' highlighted the deeply personal and cultural inspiration behind the record, rooted in his Wyoming upbringing and western heritage. He explained how being adopted by the Crow Tribe during a sold‑out Red Rocks show, and receiving a golden eagle feather, became a central metaphor for the album’s themes of honour, love, land, and authenticity. Munsick described working with longtime collaborator Jeremy Spillman to craft songs which reflect family, faith and the western way of life. ‘Eagle Feather' was intended as a cohesive statement celebrating and preserving western culture, with Munsick emphasising that his songs tell real, lived stories that give listeners a sense of the West even if they’ve never been there. Full interview here.
Lauren Alaina
Lauren Alaina opened up about her new single ‘Household' and how it reflects her growing commitment to honest storytelling and female strength. She revealed that the song sprang from a friend’s painful relationship — the moment she heard the line “how much hell can a house hold” she knew she had to write it. Alaina explained that, with her upcoming album for Big Loud Records, she’s deliberately returning to her small‑town roots and a more traditional country sound. With marriage, motherhood and new life experiences reshaping her perspective, she’s used those changes to bring authenticity and Southern grit back into her music — and ‘Household' stands as a bold statement of where she is now, both as an artist and a woman. We talked about her pregnancy and had a whole bunch of fun and laughs throughout, in typical Alaina-fashion! Full interview here.
The links to all our nearly 100 hundred interviews with Country music artists can be found right here.
