Top 10 Country Albums 2015

1. Jess And The Bandits - Here We Go Again

An explosive debut effort from the band fronted by the big-voice of Jess Clemmons. From party anthems 'Ready Set' and 'Nitty Gritty' through to show stopping ballads 'What If' and 'Love Like That', this is an album that demands your attention.

 

2. Kacey Musgraves - Pageant Material

 

Kacey Musgraves' international appeal was evident with the success of her label debut Same Trailer Different Park. With a witty and intelligent approach to lyrics and a sound rich in country heritage but bitingly current, this album unsurprisingly won over even more hearts than her debut.

 

3. Chris Stapleton - Traveller

 

Good things come to those who wait. Chris Stapleton has been working in the country industry for a very long time but until this year, he was largely overlooked by the mainstream. Traveller is an album full of soul that will move you in so many ways.

 

4. Lindi Ortega - Faded Gloryville

 

Canadian songstress Lindi Ortega has grown with each release. Faded Gloryville sees her deliver an album that has all the edge of her back catalogue but a commercial sensibility that allows her profile to match her talent.

 

5. John And Jacob - John And Jacob

 

Having written more than a handful of songs for the Nashville soundtrack, John and Jacob finally found the spotlight shone in their direction. With a pop sensibility akin to The Beatles, this is country rock at its finest.

 

6. Honey Ryder - Born In A Bottle

 

British trio Honey Ryder have come a very long way from their indie early years. With their sound as authentic as any American country artist, this collection is perfect to sing along to.

 

7. Andrew Combs - All These Dreams

 

Andrew Combs is a man who wears his heart on his sleeve. This collection will tug on those hearts string and make you feel something very real.

 

8. Sasha McVeigh - I Stand Alone

 

The upcoming Brit may be making major waves Stateside currently as opposed to her home turf, but that does not make album of self exploration any less worthy. Well structured and lyrically strong make it a very interesting debut.

 

9. Sugar And The Hi-Lows - High Roller

 

A sound explosion with a vintage twist, this fusion sound will have your toes tapping, hands clapping and hips shaking.

 

10. Logan Brill - Shuteye

 

The pressure was on Logan Brill to deliver a stunning second album. And she has. This is an album that will take you on a real journey and have you begging for more.

 

Top 10 Country Singles 2015 

 

1. Luke And Mel - 'Somethin' About A Woman'

 

Lyrical genius from the British husband and wife duo. The best cut from their EP. We want an album. Please.

 

2. Jess And The Bandits - 'You Can't Stop Me'

 

The rousing radio hit will have you singing along at the top of your lungs. Genius.

 

3. Cam - 'Burning House'

 

Cam is destined to be a huge star in 2016. This single was enhanced by its big budget video but even on its own, it shines bright.

 

4. Sonia Leigh - 'When We Are Alone'

 

Country's rebel star Sonia Leigh showed a sensitive side on this stand out song.

 

5. Hailey Whitters - 'Black Sheep'

 

The title cut from her debut album showed how raw and real music should be.

 

6. Eric Church - 'Talladega'

 

Eric Church can do no wrong. Talladega is no expect ion.

 

7. Kacey Musgraves - 'Biscuits'

 

A playful single from one of country's defining stars.

 

8. Sugar And The Hi-Lows - 'High Roller'

 

Is this country? The label says so! Either way, it's so good that we don't care! Dance!

 

9. LeAnn Rimes And Gavin DeGraw - 'Celebrate Me Home'

 

Two of the music world's big names shine on this moving duet. 

Norwegian's can do country and can do it very well. A striking single from a soon to be superstar.