Join Rossy, Curly, and special guest host Big Stu — our Country Music Correspondent — for a deep dive into CMA Fest 2026! We unpack the massive scale of Nashville’s biggest country party (10 stages, 100k daily fans), the raw truth behind artists performing for ZERO pay, and the incredible Australian talent that lit up the free stages and showcases.From Lainey Wilson’s CMA Awards dominance carrying into the festival to breakout Aussies like Jarrad Wrigley, Melanie Dyer, Rachael Fahim, Austin Mackay, Brad Cox, and more — this is the unfiltered look at how emerging artists grind for exposure while superstars give back. Perfect for fans who love authentic stories, discovery, and the real heart of country music.If you’re chasing the next big sound before it hits mainstream radio, this episode is your backstage pass.Unfiltered and Undiscovered — spotlighting the voices that matter.Key Topics Covered:• The insane logistics & vibe of CMA Fest 2026 (stages breakdown, crowds, free vs ticketed)• Why NO artists get paid — and why that’s actually powerful for rising talent• Full rundown of standout Australian artists who shone bright• Ties to the 2025 CMA Awards winners (Lainey Wilson, Zach Top, Ella Langley & Riley Green, etc.)• Discovery tips for fans and how platforms like ours help amplify these storiesFeatured Artists & Mentions:Australian standouts: Jarrad Wrigley (Toyota Star Maker), Melanie Dyer, Rachael Fahim, Austin Mackay, Brad Cox, Tori Darke, The Dreggs, and moreCMA Fest headliners & buzz acts: Keith Urban, Lainey Wilson, Red Clay Strays, etc.If this episode introduced you to a new favorite artist, drop their name in the comments! Like, subscribe, and share with your country crew to help these undiscovered voices get heard. Tag us @UnfilteredUndiscovered with your CMA Fest stories or Aussie recommendations — we might feature them next.Support the Show:Rate us 5 stars on Apple/Spotify, join the community, and keep country music raw and real. New episodes drop weekly — next up: more hidden gems from the global country scene.#CMAFest2026 #AustralianCountry #UndiscoveredArtists #CountryMusicPodcast Support the show & grow with us: Like, comment, share with a fellow music nerd — it really helps independent pods like ours get discovered. Follow on YouTube / Spotify / Apple Podcasts @ Unfiltered and Undiscovered Unfiltered & Undiscovered — Real talk. Fresh sounds. Zero filter. New episodes drop weekly. Thanks for listening and supporting independent music! 🎶 Unfiltered & Undiscovered – Real stories. Real music. No filters. Follow us on Instagram & TikTok: [@unfiltered.undiscovered] Visit our Hall of Fame to explore past and current inductees: https://unfilteredandundiscovered.com/hall-of-fame-unfiltered-undiscovered/ 👉 Don’t forget to check out our curated playlists spotlighting music with heart, intent, and stories worth hearing. Copyright Disclaimer: "The Unfiltered & Undiscovered Podcast features interviews and showcases with music artists, along with our Mystery Song Deep Dive segment, which is intended solely for educational and entertainment purposes. Any songs discussed or played during the podcast remain the property of their respective copyright owners, and no copyright infringement is intended." ============================================================ Follow our Socials For all of our links- Socials, Platforms and Playlists https://my.linkpod.site/unfiltered Find our playlists on Spotify, Apple Music, Youtube Music and Amazon Music https://unfilteredandundiscovered.com/spotify-playlists-hub/ Thanks for tuning in
