The Apply to Play opportunity to perform at The British Country Music Festival 2024 from August 30 to September 1 is now closed.

Thank you to everyone who has applied. We are really enjoying reviewing your music; the standard is incredible.

Applications are now open for The British Music Festival 2025, closing on the 25th of November, 2024

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Performance applications are open to:

• All genres and subgenres of contemporary Country, Americana, Roots & Folk.
• Solo acts and/or full bands.
• Acoustic and amplified artists.
• Submit original music; we champion songwriters.
• Artists from all four corners of the UK and Ireland
• The final line-up will be a celebration of amazing UK artists, but we welcome with open arms a select number of guest artists from all over the world.

Invited artists are guaranteed at least one performance slot:

• Performance slots run an average of 40-45 minutes (some exceptions may apply).
• Successful applicants will be scheduled to perform on the 29th, 30th or 31st August 2025. Please only apply if you are available for these days.
• Successful applicants will receive artist wristbands that give them access to the festival for all three days. 29th Aug to 31st Aug 2025
• TBCMF pays an agreed fee for all successful application performers.
• Travel & accommodation at the artist’s expense.

Collaborators Wanted for The British Country Music Festival

 We are actively looking for colloaborations, media partners and Country and Americana music organisations to join us this year. Please send an email to martin@britishcountrymusicfestival.com to start a conversation.

Trader applications for 2024 are also open