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WEDNESDAY 03 DECEMBER 2008
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11:00AM
Spotlight
Kasey took country mainstream with Not Pretty Enough and proved that a good song can smash through artificial barriers. This hour collects all her biggest hits from The Captain to Barricades & Brickwalls to Wayward Angel.
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06:00PM
Spotlight
2008 Australian of the Year Lee Kernaghan has Aussie country music to a new level with his uniquely Aussie albums and dynamic live performances. Take a look back at his career in this special hour.
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THURSDAY 04 DECEMBER 2008
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11:00AM
Spotlight
2008 Australian of the Year Lee Kernaghan has Aussie country music to a new level with his uniquely Aussie albums and dynamic live performances. Take a look back at his career in this special hour.
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06:00PM
Spotlight
It's said that Randy Travis saved country music after The Urban Cowboy. His 1986 debut, Storms Of Life, is said to sound like the perfect mix between George Jones and Merle Haggard. Since then, the hits have continued to roll in.
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FRIDAY 05 DECEMBER 2008
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11:00AM
Spotlight
It's said that Randy Travis saved country music after The Urban Cowboy. His 1986 debut, Storms Of Life, is said to sound like the perfect mix between George Jones and Merle Haggard. Since then, the hits have continued to roll in.
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06:00PM
Spotlight
Garth Brooks is a pivotal figure in country music history. His blend of country, honky tonk & rock brought country music to a new mass audience in the '90s. Brooks was the first country artist to go multi-platinum - this special shows why.
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SATURDAY 06 DECEMBER 2008
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11:00AM
Spotlight
Garth Brooks is a pivotal figure in country music history. His blend of country, honky tonk & rock brought country music to a new mass audience in the '90s. Brooks was the first country artist to go multi-platinum - this special shows why.
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06:00PM
Spotlight
LeAnn Rimes burst onto the country music scene at the ripe old age of 14 with her smash hit, "Blue". Since then she has become a fan favourite with hits like "Life Goes On" & "Nothin' 'bout Love Makes Sense".
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SUNDAY 07 DECEMBER 2008
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11:00AM
Spotlight
LeAnn Rimes burst onto the country music scene at the ripe old age of 14 with her smash hit, "Blue". Since then she has become a fan favourite with hits like "Life Goes On" & "Nothin' 'bout Love Makes Sense".
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06:00PM
Spotlight
The big man from Louisiana has been churning out the hits since his 1996 debut, "Dreamin' Out Loud". He really hit his stride in 2001 with "Chrome" and continues to challenge his status quo with hip-hop-friendly songs.
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MONDAY 08 DECEMBER 2008
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11:00AM
Spotlight
The big man from Louisiana has been churning out the hits since his 1996 debut, "Dreamin' Out Loud". He really hit his stride in 2001 with "Chrome" and continues to challenge his status quo with hip-hop-friendly songs.
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06:00PM
Spotlight
The award-winning Tamworth native shows her versatility with singles from the country swing of New Shadow to her award-winning video for Big Black Cloud.
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TUESDAY 09 DECEMBER 2008
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11:00AM
Spotlight
The award-winning Tamworth native shows her versatility with singles from the country swing of New Shadow to her award-winning video for Big Black Cloud.
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06:00PM
Spotlight
Faith Hill has sold more than 11 million records. She's known for singing songs close to her heart so expect one very special hour.
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WEDNESDAY 10 DECEMBER 2008
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11:00AM
Spotlight
Faith Hill has sold more than 11 million records. She's known for singing songs close to her heart so expect one very special hour.
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06:00PM
Spotlight
Part of country music's late-90s crop of female crossover stars, Jo Dee Messina's appeal remains strong with country fans. Her debut was released in 96 & gave her 2 Top 10 hits, her 2nd album spawned 3 #1 hit singles.
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THURSDAY 11 DECEMBER 2008
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11:00AM
Spotlight
Part of country music's late-90s crop of female crossover stars, Jo Dee Messina's appeal remains strong with country fans. Her debut was released in 96 & gave her 2 Top 10 hits, her 2nd album spawned 3 #1 hit singles.
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06:00PM
Spotlight
"Willo" is one of Australia's most loved country artists who has a passion for the Bush Ballad. His patriotism and national pride are an inspiration for all.
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FRIDAY 12 DECEMBER 2008
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11:00AM
Spotlight
"Willo" is one of Australia's most loved country artists who has a passion for the Bush Ballad. His patriotism and national pride are an inspiration for all.
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SATURDAY 13 DECEMBER 2008
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11:00AM
Spotlight
Features back-to-back clips from a single artist, usually in chronological order. Follow the careers of some of the biggest names in country from the first bad haircut to biggest recent hit.
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06:00PM
Spotlight
Tim's achievements are as remarkable as they are numerous: 9 albums spawning 24 #1 singles and selling more than 40 million copies. He's won 3 Grammy Awards, 2 in collaborations with wife Faith Hill.
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SUNDAY 14 DECEMBER 2008
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11:00AM
Spotlight
Tim's achievements are as remarkable as they are numerous: 9 albums spawning 24 #1 singles and selling more than 40 million copies. He's won 3 Grammy Awards, 2 in collaborations with wife Faith Hill.
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06:00PM
Spotlight
Sara took home seven Golden Guitar awards in 2004 for her album Beautiful Circle. She's now established as a major star in Australian country music. Her third album, Firefly continues her unique blend of storytelling and emotion.
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MONDAY 15 DECEMBER 2008
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11:00AM
Spotlight
Sara took home seven Golden Guitar awards in 2004 for her album Beautiful Circle. She's now established as a major star in Australian country music. Her third album, Firefly continues her unique blend of storytelling and emotion.
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06:00PM
Spotlight
Beccy is a veteran of the Australian country music scene, winning best new talent at the 1994 Golden Guitar Awards. Since then she's developed a reputation as one of the finest live performers in the country.
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TUESDAY 16 DECEMBER 2008
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11:00AM
Spotlight
Beccy is a veteran of the Australian country music scene, winning best new talent at the 1994 Golden Guitar Awards. Since then she's developed a reputation as one of the finest live performers in the country.
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06:00PM
Spotlight
Terri has become one of the biggest female country stars in the world. Her chart topping hits span 5 years and 4 albums. This hour collects all of her hits, so far.
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WEDNESDAY 17 DECEMBER 2008
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11:00AM
Spotlight
Terri has become one of the biggest female country stars in the world. Her chart topping hits span 5 years and 4 albums. This hour collects all of her hits, so far.
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06:00PM
Spotlight
We dedicate this hour to the Aussie legend to remind us of his place in country music. Many of the clips come from the legendary Slim Dusty Movie from the '80s, plus we play "Looking Forward Looking Back".
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THURSDAY 18 DECEMBER 2008
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11:00AM
Spotlight
We dedicate this hour to the Aussie legend to remind us of his place in country music. Many of the clips come from the legendary Slim Dusty Movie from the '80s, plus we play "Looking Forward Looking Back".
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06:00PM
Spotlight
Steve Forde rode onto the Aussie country music scene a few years back with Rodeo Freak and is now one of the top touring acts in Ausralia. His Spotlight include 2 live tracks recorded at the 2006 Deni ute Muster.
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FRIDAY 19 DECEMBER 2008
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11:00AM
Spotlight
Steve Forde rode onto the Aussie country music scene a few years back with Rodeo Freak and is now one of the top touring acts in Ausralia. His Spotlight include 2 live tracks recorded at the 2006 Deni ute Muster.
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06:00PM
Spotlight
The Canadian superstar always did it her way, and despite the nay sayers went on to release "Come on Over", one of the biggest country/pop crossover records of all time.
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SATURDAY 20 DECEMBER 2008
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11:00AM
Spotlight
The Canadian superstar always did it her way, and despite the nay sayers went on to release "Come on Over", one of the biggest country/pop crossover records of all time.
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SUNDAY 21 DECEMBER 2008
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11:00AM
Spotlight
Trisha's debut album in 1991 was the first by a female artist to reach platinum status and she's been a country superstar ever since. This hour tracks Trisha's career and includes duets with Don Henley and Garth Brooks.
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06:00PM
Spotlight
Rascal Flatts' 2005 album Feels Like Today sold almost three million copies in the US and only five acts (across all genres) out sold them on the road. In short, they are huge!
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MONDAY 22 DECEMBER 2008
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11:00AM
Spotlight
Rascal Flatts' 2005 album Feels Like Today sold almost three million copies in the US and only five acts (across all genres) out sold them on the road. In short, they are huge!
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06:00PM
Spotlight
Since Troy's debut EP in 1994, he's had a strong following throughout Australia. His multiple Golden Guitar awards attest to his popularity. Follow his career from Dream Out Loud to Borrowed & Blue in this special hour.
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