Megastars bring new life to 'aging' country music
Country music in Australia is experiencing a significant revival as younger audiences embrace the genre. Streaming has surged by 115 percent over the past three years, with 92 percent of streams coming from metropolitan areas. Festivals like Country Fest in Townsville have thrived, selling over 9,000 tickets in June despite cancellations at other major music events.
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Published 20 Jun 2026, 02:57 UTC · Updated 20 Jun 2026, 03:00 UTC
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