Country music is officially the fastest growing genre in the UK right now, and with a host of homegrown acts such as Ward Thomas, and The Shires having major mainstream success it is an extremely exciting time for the British scene.
And last night (October 22nd) in Wolverhampton the cream of the crop were celebrated at the annual British Country Music Association Awards. Winners on the night included Ward Thomas, and Zac Brown Band. You can check out the full list of winners right here:
Special Achievement – Alan West and Steve Black
Horizon Act Of The Year – Emma Swindells
Duo Of The Year – The Shires
UK Album Of The Year – ‘Cartwheels’ – Ward Thomas
International Song Of The Year- ‘Makin’ Me Look Good Again’ – Drake White
Musician Of The Year – Luke Thomas – Guitar
International Album Of The Year – ‘Welcome Home’ – Zac Brown Band
Video Of The Year – ‘Hooked’ – Darcy
Male Vocalist Of The Year – Gary Quinn
Best Original Music Festival – Buckle And Boots
International Service To Industry – Martha Moore
National Service To Industry – Jim Duncan
Group Of The Year – The Southern Companion
UK Song Of The Year – ‘Too Country For You’ – Darcy
Female Vocalist Of The Year – Jade Helliwell
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2jcAA2sq9fk
International Touring Act Of the Year – Jenn Bostic
Entertainer Of The Year – Thorne Hill
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9_fl8sUMeDM
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