Country Music

On Arvos with Andy, we had Samatha Dann with her latest release Wild Child. Rooted in classic country storytelling and driven by a modern Americana edge, Wild Child captures the spirit of independence, resilience, and unapologetic self-belief. Samatha has her roots in Central Australia living away now but has many fond family memories here. 

A bold new single from Australian singer songwriter John Oakes

Sandy Louise takes on a journey with “Keep on Riding”

Country music singer-songwriter Christine Clifford delivers a powerful and heartfelt tribute with her latest release, “Rocky’s Song.” Inspired by the life and legacy of Riverland local Rocky Page from Barmera, this deeply moving track captures the essence of a man whose strength, humility, and spirit left a lasting imprint on his community. With honest storytelling and raw emotion, Christine brings Rocky’s story to life. 

On Arvos with Andy we had a north-east Victorian country outfit, Damn’d Sam & The Preachers. They have delivered their latest single to 8CCC Community Radio, “Souls Gone Bad”. The self-titled track was written by Sam McIntosh. The self-titled track tells the story of a man who just can’t catch a break – love slips through is fingers, life keeps dealing him the worst hands, and slowly it all starts to rot something deeper inside him. 

On Arvos with Andy, we had local singer songwriter Folk Country artist Alison Mapleson. Alison’s music is a hybrid genre blending the narrative-driven storytelling of folk music with the rustic, acoustic instrumentation of modern country. Alison’s songs are stories that come straight from the heart, mostly of love and heart ache. Alison will be appearing live at Bojangles tonight at 5pm.

Jo Page – “She's a Bird” A tribute to the quiet resilience of women

On Arvos with Andy, we had Charlie Powling from the Black Pepper Band. This song appreciates that through love, loss, and everything between...It Kissed Me Tenderly stays with you. Led by Darwin mainstay Charlie whose career spans over a decade of richly narrative-driven work—the band once again drawn from the well of folk, country, rock and blues to deliver a song of rare emotional resonance. Backing vocals from Melanie Macauley and Erin Conaghty add warmth and lift, while expressive guitar work— including contributions from James (Gravy) Brown and Lindsay Masters—ground the song in a classic yet immediate sonic landscape. Recorded and mastered by Ward Hancock, every element is captured with clarity and depth. 

On Arvos with Andy, we catch up with well-known Northern Territory cattleman and singer-songwriter Tom Curtain. Tom joins us to talk about his latest release, You Know You Will — a powerful track that captures the spirit of resilience and determination. The song is all about standing your ground and pushing through when times get tough, a message that reflects both life on the land and the challenges we all face.

On Arvos with Andy, we were joined by the talented Melanie Gray, a Modern Australiana singer-songwriter whose music captures the spirit of life across Australia. Drawing from a rich tapestry of personal adventures, Melanie weaves stories that celebrate the beauty, resilience, and character of the Australian landscape and its people. Her songs reflect a deep connection to country, blending heartfelt storytelling with a distinctive sound that feels both contemporary and rooted in tradition. Whether she’s singing about wide open roads, coastal horizons, or the everyday moments that shape us, Melanie’s work offers an authentic and evocative glimpse into modern Australian life. 

On Arvos with Andy, we had a new song by Kevin Sullivan called “Elliott”. The song came out officially Yesterday on the 13th April 2026. It is co-written with Kevin’s great friend and brother indigenous singer/songwriter Stuart Joel Nuggett. Elliot is a song about home. It's about the importance of family, particularly to the Indigenous family, Elliot at its core, is about Janet Sandy-Gregory, Stuart Joel Nuggett’s mother the last jingilli elder to speak, read and write the Jingilli Language. 

Jimmy Bear declares, "Some songs are written… and some songs are felt. “See You Again” is a raw, emotional journey through love, regret, and longing. From the very first line — “You’re leaving but you never said goodbye” — the story hits with honesty and vulnerability. It’s that moment we’ve all faced: watching someone walk away while the words we needed to say stay trapped inside".