The Country Special

Country music's global export growth; Nigel Hassler's 40 years; The Biffy Clyro Futique tour report; and more...

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How country music became a global export star

Once considered a niche genre, country music is now one of the fastest-growing musical genres. Lisa Henderson charts its global takeover

Making plans with Nigel

As he celebrates 40 years as an agent, Nigel Hassler tells Gordon Masson that his success in the business stems from a chance love affair with Canada

We can conquer it all

Gordon Masson finds out from those behind the scenes just how Biffy Clyro continue to grow their fanbase, as new generations discover their music

These boots are made for tourin'

Lisa Henderson takes a close look at country music’s success in markets across the world

Spain: The Superestrella

Adam Woods reports on Spain’s music industry as a European powerhouse—driven by touring, festivals and its role as LatAm artists’ gateway to Europe

High Fidelity: From encore to airborne

With tours going more global than ever, Eamonn Forde explores how private aviation experts manage the logistics that make extended touring possible

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