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Ben's Country Music Show Week of the 9th December 2024 - Ringo Starr, Dolly Parton’s New Musical and Garth Brooks Anthology
As the year winds down, Ben explores the biggest hits and industry developments shaping country music in 2024. The episode opens with Shaboozey’s Bar Song (Tipsy), widely recognised as one of the year’s defining tracks, before turning to Ringo Starr’s return to country with his upcoming album Look Up, featuring collaborations with Alison Krauss and production by T-Bone Burnett. Dolly Parton’s Broadway musical plans, Riley Green’s National Finals Rodeo appearance, and Garth Brooks’ new Anthology IV are also discussed, alongside a look back at country history with Jay Cohen and Shania Twain. Carrie Underwood’s Carnival Ride is highlighted, with UK charts led by Zach Bryan’s The Great American Bar Scene and Taylor Swift’s Fearless (Taylor’s Version).