BST Hyde Park has revealed the full list of artists who will join country music legend Garth Brooks when he headlines the festival on Saturday 27 June. The show marks Brooks’ long-awaited return to the UK stage and will feature a packed line-up of country stars and rising talents. Newly announced artists Alexandra Kay, The Shires, Jackson Dean, Mae Estes, Jake Worthington, Leah Blevins, Chanel Yates and McGrath will join the previously confirmed Zac Brown Band and Ashley McBryde for what promises to be one of the biggest country events of the summer. Tickets are on sale now via www.bst-hydepark.com.
One of the most exciting modern voices in country music, Alexandra Kay has become a global phenomenon thanks to her powerful vocals and traditional country influences. Raised in Waterloo, Illinois, just outside St. Louis, Kay began writing songs at the age of 15 and later launched her music career independently at 22. She quickly built a huge online following by sharing heartfelt renditions of 90s country classics, eventually amassing more than 350 million YouTube streams. Her growing profile has led to collaborations with icons including Randy Travis, Tim McGraw and Jo Dee Messina, as well as a celebrated Grand Ole Opry debut in 2022. Her debut album ‘All I’ve Ever Known,' released in 2023, reached the Top 10 of the Billboard charts and established her as one of country music’s most compelling modern storytellers. Now signed to BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville, Kay will bring her roots-driven sound and devoted fanbase to Hyde Park this summer.
British country pioneers The Shires will also take the stage. Comprised of Ben Earle and Crissie Rhodes, the duo have played a central role in shaping the modern UK country movement. Formed in 2013 after Earle put out a social media call looking for a fellow country singer, the pair quickly bonded over a shared love of artists such as Lady A, Little Big Town and The Band Perry. Their 2015 debut album Brave topped the charts and made history as the first album by an English country act to break into the UK Top 10. Known for their uplifting songwriting and polished live performances, The Shires return to BST Hyde Park after their memorable appearance at the festival in 2018.
Maryland singer-songwriter Jackson Dean will also join the bill. Known for his gravel-toned voice and rugged songwriting style, Dean first made waves in Nashville with his 2022 debut album Greenbroke. The project spawned the hit single Don’t Come Lookin’ and helped establish him as one of country music’s most exciting new artists. His rise has included appearances on artist-to-watch lists from Pandora, Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon, as well as an ACM New Male Artist of the Year nomination in 2023. Dean followed up with his second album On The Back of My Dreams, which featured the standout track ‘Heavens To Betsy.' His powerful live shows have made him a firm favourite with UK audiences, selling thousands of tickets across two headline tours and performing at major events including Highways Festival, The Long Road Festival and Later… with Jools Holland. His third album Magnolia Sage is set for release on 24 April.
Another artist making waves in Nashville is Mae Estes, who blends classic country influences with modern production and storytelling. Originally from Hope, Arkansas, Estes began performing at just seven years old when she sang the national anthem in the middle of a rodeo arena. After more than a decade building her career in Nashville, she released her debut EP in 2023 and quickly attracted attention for her authenticity and emotional songwriting. Estes has since been named AIMP’s Rising Artist-Writer of the Year and selected as part of CMT’s Next Women of Country class. She has also been crowned Arkansas CMA Female Vocalist of the Year three times. Having toured with artists including Lainey Wilson, Ashley McBryde, Vince Gill and Dierks Bentley, she continues her rise following the release of her self-titled EP in 2025.
Texas traditionalist Jake Worthington brings a classic honky-tonk sound to the line-up. Raised in La Porte, Texas, Worthington grew up surrounded by the music of Ray Price, Merle Haggard and George Jones, often listening to his grandfather perform on the porch. That early exposure shaped a career dedicated to keeping traditional country alive. His catalogue blends timeless influences with modern energy, including viral hit ‘It Ain’t The Whiskey, ‘I’m The One' featuring Marty Stuart and his collaboration with Miranda Lambert, ‘Hello Shitty Day.' His second album ‘When I Write The Song,' released last year, has further cemented his reputation as one of country’s most authentic modern traditionalists.
Kentucky singer-songwriter Leah Blevins will also perform, bringing her soulful blend of vintage country and Appalachian storytelling. Raised in Sandy Hook in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Blevins draws heavily on gospel and traditional country influences. Her debut project ‘First Time Feeling' arrived in 2021, followed by the ‘Easy Eye Sound' album All Dressed Up produced by Dan Auerbach. Now signed to Bob Doyle’s Major Bob Music, she continues to build momentum with new releases including her 2025 single Be ‘Careful Throwing Stones.'
Emerging UK artist Chanel Yates will represent the next generation of country voices. Known for her honest, relatable songwriting and energetic performances, Yates has quickly built a global fanbase with millions of streams and strong support from UK media. Her music blends humour, heartbreak and empowering themes, while her track ‘Big Girl Boots' sparked a viral line dance that helped introduce her to new audiences around the world. After a breakout year of sold-out headline shows and festival appearances, Yates continues to generate buzz with more music expected later this year.
Irish singer-songwriter McGrath rounds out the newly announced additions. Originally discovered performing in a pub in his native Donegal, the Belfast-based artist has gained attention for his distinctive voice and witty songwriting. His songs explore themes ranging from family life and Irish culture to larger philosophical ideas about life’s twists and turns. McGrath’s talent caught the attention of George Ezra, who invited him to open on tour in 2025, and he has also performed at the renowned Ruby Sessions in Dublin. New music from McGrath is expected in spring 2026.
Towering above the bill is Garth Brooks himself, one of the biggest selling artists in music history. Brooks has not performed in the UK since 1998, making his Hyde Park appearance one of the most anticipated live events of the year. Over the course of his career he has transformed country music’s global reach, combining traditional storytelling with stadium-sized production and rock-style showmanship. His legendary 1997 Central Park concert drew more than one million fans, while his recent three-and-a-half-year Stadium Tour concluded in 2022 with five sold-out nights at Dublin’s Croke Park attended by more than 400,000 people.
With an all-star line-up spanning country legends, chart-topping acts and rising stars, Garth Brooks’ BST Hyde Park show promises to be a landmark moment for country music in London. Tickets are on sale now via www.bst-hydepark.com.
