This week’s programme examines country music’s growing global appeal, with a focus on Zach Bryan’s The Great American Bar Scene, selected as Album of the Week for its rich storytelling and grounded, roots-inspired style. There’s new releases from Miranda Lambert and Keith Urban, including the first play of Urban’s Wild Side from his upcoming album Higher. Elsewhere Shaboozey’s Bar Song (Tipsy) is recognised as a summer standout and a rising hit in the UK radio charts and there’s music from Kenny Chesney, Kane Brown, Merle Haggard, George Jones, Loretta Lynn, Taylor Swift, Brothers Osborne, and Dolly Parton. Ben reports on the upcoming Johnny Cash statue at the US Capitol and previews UK tours and festivals, including Long Road Festival, featuring Brooke Eden, Brittney Spencer, and American Aquarium. We also delve into moments in country music history, with milestones from Kelsea Ballerini, Chris Young, and Shania Twain.