Unhinged Country Podcast

Unhinged Country Podcast
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Join us as we champion the artists, the fans, and the unique community building the country movement in the UK. Features artist interviews, hilarious "Would You Rather" debates, and inside looks at the UK's best country festivals, events and gigs. It's the music you love, the community you belong to, and a whole lot of laughs along the way. Hit follow and never miss an episode!

Episodes

  1. 1d ago

    #012 - Flashmobs, Festival Chaos & Denim Debates

    In this episode, Moggzy and Lucy dive straight into their packed weekend recaps, starting with a chaotic, 80-strong impromptu line dance gathering outside the James Johnston gig in Manchester-complete with Jake O'Neill sightings and onstage antics with the Honky Tonk Highway crew. They also break down Moggzy's Sunday trip to Summer in Nashville in Wrexham, spotlighting standout performances, unexpected acoustic sets, and an epic country-oke moment. Plus, they share an inside tip to keep your eyes peeled on Liam Price's socials for some massive upcoming news. Things get hilariously unhinged in the middle segment as they tackle playlist picks-featuring tracks from Kerryl, Cammy Barnes, Cameron Marlowe, and Mason Ramsey-before going head-to-head in a wild round of "Would You Rather." From porta-loo dilemmas and roadie fantasies with Whiskey Myers to questionable rhinestones and Wrangler jumpsuit mishaps, nothing is off the table. To wrap it all up, they run through the jam-packed UK gig guide for the week ahead and preview Moggzy's upcoming trip to Germany for the Dusty Boots Festival.

  2. Aug 11

    #011 - Deva Fest Chaos, Unplugged Magic & The Great Cat Food Dilemma

    In this episode, Moggzy and Lucy break down a whirlwind week of live country music and festival madness across the UK. Moggzy recaps his recent gig adventures, starting with an unforgettable night in Manchester seeing Everett and Gary Quinn at Band on the Wall—complete with an intimate, Fourth-Wall-breaking unplugged set right in the middle of the crowd. The hosts then dive into the wild variety of Deva Fest outside Chester, covering everything from inflatable horse costumes to sets by Zoe Unsworth, Dick and Dom, Vengaboys and Ronan Keating, before reflecting on a soulful, listening-room experience with Shelley Fairchild and Jake O'Neill at Carmen's. Beyond the gig recaps, Moggzy and Lucy share their weekly UK/Irish and US country music playlist picks—featuring tracks by Gary Quinn, K. Iris, Ella Langley, and The Jack Whittle Band. Things take a hilarious turn during their "Would You Rather" segment as they debate the merits of personal hype crews versus public narration by Morgan Freemans, tattoo choices, and the stomach-churning decision between a daily spoon of wet cat food or warm milk from a sweaty cowboy boot. Finally, they close out the episode with a comprehensive rundown of upcoming country gigs, line dancing sessions, and festival lineups across the region for the week ahead.

  3. Aug 4

    #010 - ​Wembley Vibes, Bad Ideas & Catching Up with Zoe Unsworth

    In Episode 10 of The Unhinged Country Podcast, Moggzy and Lucy recap a busy week of country music festivities across the UK. They break down their experiences at the Country Club events in Wembley and Liverpool, reflecting on high-energy pre-show parties, DJ sets, line dancing, and standout performances from Luke Combs and Thomas Rhett. Moggzy and Lucy also share their weekly music recommendations, highlighting fresh tracks from UK and US artists including MJ Reynolds, Grace Kelly, Riley Green, and Tucker Wetmore. Special guest Zoe Unsworth joins the show for an insightful and entertaining conversation about her musical journey. She discusses finding her authentic country sound, her biggest inspirations ranging from Elvis to Taylor Swift, and her dream collaborations. Zoe opens up about the double-edged sword of social media in the music industry, reveals her hilarious "useless talent," and gives an exclusive update on her upcoming festival performances and highly anticipated debut EP release. The episode wraps up with a comprehensive run-down of gig and event listings for the week ahead.

  4. Jul 28

    #009 Festival Must-Haves, & Would You Rather?

    Moggzy gives his review of the Loft Sessions in Birmingham and Farm Tracks near Pontefract, while Lucy breaks down all the high-energy fun from the Country Club Festival at Freight Island in Manchester. 🎪🍻

  5. Jul 21

    #008 - Amsterdam Arenas, Castle Country & Cowboy Strip Shows

    Welcome back to episode 8 of the Unhinged Country Podcast! This week, Moggzy and Lucy dive into a jam-packed recap of their latest live music adventures. The duo kicks things off by swapping stories from a brilliant birthday night out at Red Solo, before Lucy spills all the details on her trip to Amsterdam. She breaks down the highs of seeing MJ Reynolds and Billy Driskill at the Waterhole, alongside some brutal honesty about the appalling sound quality at the Johan Cruyff Arena for Luke Combs. They also take a trip up to the Lake District to review the remote and stunning Country by the Castle festival, sharing their thoughts on the atmosphere and sets from Amy Jo and Zoe. Later in the episode, the hosts share what’s been dominating their playlists, featuring top tracks from UK and US artists like Chloe Jones, Tom Wilson, Dan Smalley, and Caleb Mitchell. Things then take a truly unhinged turn with a hilarious round of "Would You Rather," covering everything from giving up GPS for riddles to choosing between professional bull riding and a cowboy strip show. Finally, Moggzy and Lucy wrap up with a massive rundown of the week’s upcoming country gigs across the UK, ensuring you know exactly where to catch the best live music this weekend.

  6. Jul 14

    #007 - Flying Solo

    This week on the Unhinged Country Podcast, Moggzy is flying solo while Lucy lives it up at the Luke Combs gig in Amsterdam and holidays in Dubai! In this jam-packed episode, Moggzy recaps the highlights from Lisa T’s live stream tour after-party and looks ahead to a massive birthday weekend celebration at the Red Solo Club in Birmingham's Cuban Embassy. He shares his tracks of the week, featuring old-school traditional country from UK artist Susanna Clegg ("Prospect Street") and a heavy, authentic alternative-country sound from US band Lakeview ("Kill Me First"). Moggzy also breaks down the details for Germany's upcoming Dusty Boots Festival this August, an exciting new hybrid music and line-dancing event. ​With Lucy away, our good pal Rodeo Reed steps in to take over the co-host segment, sharing her love for a Waylon Jennings classic ("Never Been to Spain") and shining a spotlight on UK talent Scott Cameron. We skip "Would You Rather" this week to play some incredible, heartwarming voice notes from our amazing listeners—including Michaela, Orla, and MJ Reynolds—sharing their love for the pod's authentic vibe. Finally, Moggzy runs through a stacked weekend gig guide, highlighting local shows from Becky Tate and Finn Pearson, before previewing the weekend's massive event: Country at the Castle in the Lake District, featuring a stellar lineup with Chloe Jones, Tom Hodge, and headliners Amelia Quinn and Katie Hurt. Normal scheduling resumes next week, so grab a drink, tune in, and don't forget to like and subscribe!

  7. Jul 7

    #006 - Two Pips, One Lucy

    Grab a drink and join us for Episode 6 of the Unhinged Country Podcast! In this episode, we look back at an unforgettable—and very wet—night at Dylan Gosset's gig in Millennium Square, from last-minute scramble plans to getting completely drenched because Phil insisted no one needed a jacket. We dive into our weekly track recommendations featuring Zoe Unsworth, Jake O'Neil, Luke Combs and Hannah McFarland ft. Riley Green, before sitting down with special guest Pip Marsh for a candid chat about finding his voice, coping with childhood trauma through music, and why raw authenticity will always beat a fake persona in the UK scene. Finally, we round things copy-wise with a breakdown of this week's upcoming country events, including Bronnie's new EP drop, Chloe Jones' release, and the massive Luke Combs weekend in Amsterdam with the official Country Club Fest after-party.

  8. Jun 30

    #005 - Rhinestone Suits, Gig Recaps & Social Batteries

    We’re back for Episode 5 of Unhinged Country with a recap of a scorching night in Manchester at Band on the Wall! We're breaking down the incredible "girl power" performances from Lisa T, Chloe Jones, Mikki Evans, and a surprise guest. Then, we dive into a hilariously honest game of "Would You Rather." Find out who would wear a rhinestone cowboy suit to a funeral, who has a secret limited social battery, and why the Chester Zoo bat cave is officially off-limits. Grab a cuppa and join the chinwag!

  9. Jun 23

    #004 - Mikki's Nashville adventures

    Dust off your boots and pour a drink-things are getting a little wild this week on Unhinged Country! In this jam-packed episode, we are coming to you live (and slightly exhausted) to recap every single moment of our unforgettable Saturday at the Country Club Festival. From the best performances to the absolute chaos in the crowds, we're breaking down the good, the bad, and the beautifully unhinged. Plus, we are joined by the incredibly talented country artist Mikki Evans! We sit down for an exclusive interview to chat about her music, what inspires her songwriting, and what she's got cooking next.

  10. Jun 16

    #003 - Louis Gibney's Anfield dreams, Anonymous Link Chaos and all the local gigs

    In this episode, we’re tracking the real stories of the UK scene—from celebrating local legend Louis Gibney’s epic 210-day campaign to score a signed Zach Bryan guitar at Anfield, to spotlighting the independent acts grinding on the circuit. Plus, we’ve got your ultimate no-nonsense weekend gig guide spanning from York to Birmingham, a fresh batch of anonymous listener dilemmas to unpack, and the usual loud, unhinged banter. Get involved! Got a gig we missed or want to roast us anonymously? Hit the link in our bio, drop us a DM on Instagram, and make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode!

  11. Jun 9

    #002 - Two stepping, talking tunes and a HAWyee hangover

    HawYee, line dancing triumphs, and ultimate CMA Fest roundups! In this jam-packed episode, we are diving deep into the incredible vibes of the recent HawYee event. We share the inspiring backstory of how Adam started this journey to raise money for Zoe's Place (now Little Lights), contributing to a massive city-wide campaign that raised £6 million in just a few weeks to save the hospital. Plus, we recap the absolute whirlwind of the line dancing competition! From navigating the chaotic traffic into Brum to the shock of making the finals, and celebrating Jess winning the intermediates while six months pregnant -we break down all the sweat, laughs, and backstage cramming. We also have your ultimate pass to CMA Fest, breaking down the massive daily lineups, surprise sets, and unforgettable collaborations from Nashville.

  12. Jun 2

    #001 - Introduction

    In this episode the hosts play quick "would you rather" games, discuss the rise of modern line dancing in the UK, and share ideas for expanding country music culture - from franchised dance classes to remix collabs and new city venues. They also debate where C2C should land next and reveal personal quirks and drinking competition confessions.

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Join us as we champion the artists, the fans, and the unique community building the country movement in the UK. Features artist interviews, hilarious "Would You Rather" debates, and inside looks at the UK's best country festivals, events and gigs. It's the music you love, the community you belong to, and a whole lot of laughs along the way. Hit follow and never miss an episode!

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  • Creator
    Unhinged Country Podcast
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Unhinged Country Podcast
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