When the UK Country Music Association launched in early 2025, it did so with a bold but simple vision: unite the UK country scene, raise the quality and visibility of homegrown artists and build the professional infrastructure the genre has long needed. One year later, the UK-CMA has become one of the most active, transparent and community-driven organisations in British country music.
More than 200 members have joined. A national radio show is on air. A bespoke members’ site is live. The Academy has delivered a full year of education and industry insight. The association has shown up at festivals, gigs and networking events across the country.
And perhaps most importantly, it has created a sense of belonging for artists, industry professionals and fans who have long wanted a central home.
To mark the first anniversary, CountryMusic.co.uk spoke with UK-CMA Chair John Finch and reviewed the association’s official year-one report. Together, they paint a picture of an organisation that has achieved a remarkable amount in a short time, while laying the foundations for even bigger things ahead.
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