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New Country with Daz - Country on the Common Special 30th May 2025

Join Daz for another stunning episode of New Country, this week focussing on the acts appearing at one of the biggest Country Music Festivals this year - Country on the Common https://www.countryonthecommon.com Featuring music from The Shires, Ward Thomas, One Night in Nashville, First Time Flyers, Noah Reid, Kezia Gill , Toby Lee and Many Many More!
A Fully Immersive Experience
This isn’t just a music festival—it’s an experience-led event where you can engage, explore, and participate in activities celebrating country and Americana culture. Get ready for:
Live music from The Shires, Ward Thomas, Kezia Gill, First Time Flyers, Noah Reid and some of the best country and blues artists
BBQ & Tex-Mex delights to satisfy your cravings
Line dancing with The Country Roses to keep the energy high
Top-flight Covers featuring the music of Dolly, Johnny Cash, Taylor Swift and more
Axe throwing and Lasso Lessons for the thrill-seekers
Craft beers & whisky to sip in the sun
Kids activities for family-friendly fun
A Celebration of Homegrown & International Talent
Featuring a predominantly British line-up, Country on the Common proudly supports homegrown artists while welcoming international stars to enrich the festival’s cultural diversity.Visit https://www.countryonthecommon.com for more details and you can check out more New Country with Daz via The Red Radio App - search for The Red Radio at your app store of choice. www.thereduk.com 

PODBITE - Mogga and Jeff Brown talk to Davey Lad

Davey Lad chats to Mogga and Jeff Brown ahead of the new play - Bench

The Red Lounge Podcast with Cavello 26th May 2025

Join Daz, Dan and Hattie for another exciting journey into The Red Lounge. This week's special guests are Teesside band @Cavello who perform 2 new acoustic songs. Plus all the usual favourites including the local gig guide and the best of our Red Lounge acoustic performances.

PodBite - Rachael Sage Chats to Danny

Have a listen as singer-songwriter Rachael Sage alongsider her live touring band have a chat with Danny

The Red Lounge Pod - Live Acoustic Special 19/05/25

Join Daz and Dan for a special episode of The Red Lounge featuring all the usuals, local music news, gig guide and exclusive acoustic performances from over the past year. Celebrating the best of what Teesside has to offer, with live acoustic versions from We Tibetans, Jake Diaz-Wright,  Josh Atkinson and Parissa Zarifi PLUS many more.
 
Listen live on Monday nights from 9pm on The Red, on your radio, smart speakers, app and www.theREDuk.com 
 
If you would like to be featured or perform live on The Red Lounge, drop us a WhatsApp on 0330 043 2002 or email hello@thereduk.com 

PODBITE - Danny chatting to Love Affair frontman Steve Ellis

Danny chats to Love Affair frontman Steve Ellis talking about his career!

New UK Country with Daz and Special Guest - Rob Wheeler

New UK Country with Daz – Featuring Special Guest Rob Wheeler A deep dive into the soundtrack of modern British Country.
Join Daz from The Red Radio (www.theREDuk.com) for a very special extended episode of New UK Country, as he welcomes acclaimed UK Country star Rob Wheeler for over an hour of stories, songs, and superb music chat.
Together, they spotlight the heart and soul of the UK's thriving Country scene, championing some of the finest and freshest voices shaping the genre today.
Expect exclusive insights, personal anecdotes, and standout tracks from:
Kezia Gill @keziagillmusic 
Neeve Zahra @neevezahramusic 
First Time Flyers @firsttimeflyers
Ward Thomas @WardThomasMusic
Jade Helliwell @JadeHelliwellOfficial 
Wildwood Kin @wildwoodkin 
Daisy Chute @daisychuteofficial 
Mr Paul Adam @itsmrpauladams 
The Staves @TheStaves
The Wandering Hearts @thewanderinghearts 
John Smith @thejohnsmith
Katie Rigby @katierigbymusic...plus brand new music from Rob Wheeler @robwheelersongs himself from his new album Leave Tomorrow out Friday 27 June.
From soaring harmonies to heartfelt ballads, this is UK Country at its very best — authentic, emotional, and proudly homegrown.
Available now on all major podcast platforms. Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share with fellow Country music lovers! www.theREDuk.com 

From Teesside to The Canaries: Behind the Headlines - Spain & the Tourism Backlash

The Red Radio’s Big Red Breakfast’s Daz and Expat presenter Geoff Wood Reveal What British Tourists Need to Know.Just in time for summer holiday bookings, The Big Red Breakfast Show has released a groundbreaking new podcast that exposes the truth behind the so-called “anti-tourism” protests ‘sweeping’ Spain and its islands.
For months, British media have warned that Spanish locals no longer want tourists, with dramatic headlines predicting a hostile summer for holidaymakers. But after speaking to local officials, business owners, and campaigners, Daz and Geoff uncovered a very different story.
Every year, thousands of holidaymakers from Teesside, County Durham, and North Yorkshire flock to Spain. This podcast gives them the real story—not sensationalized headlines.
 Thinking of booking Spain this summer? Listen here first.

In Conversation with Daz - UK Country Star Rob Wheeler

Another fantastic episode of 'In Conversation with Daz' with special guest Uk Country Star Rob Wheeler.
Critically acclaimed UK country artist Rob Wheeler discusses his amazing new single ‘Why Whiskey Why?’ and his highly anticipated third album Leave Tomorrow. which is released this Summer on Friday 6th June. 
 
Written during a four-month creative stint in Nashville alongside Grammy-nominated collaborators Jeff Trott, Steve Dorff and Frank Liddell, Leave Tomorrow captures Wheeler’s transatlantic musical journey rooted in his Northwest England upbringing and love for classic Americana.
Rob will support the release with a UK headline tour in June with hopefully a North East date added soon.
 "There are household names that wish they were as good as him" - Neil McCormick, Daily Telegraph
UK Headline Tour Dates
Wednesday 11th June - The Green Note, London
Thursday 12th June - The Arena Crewe
Saturday 14th June - The Georgian Hotel, Coatbridge
Sunday 15th June - Kazimier Stockroom, Liverpool
Tuesday 17th June - Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre
Thursday 19th June - The Railway Inn, Winchester
https://www.robwheelersongs.com/ 

The Red Lounge with The Regency 12th May 2024

Another episode of the best North East local music show around. Join Dan and Daz for the latest gig guide, local music news and their very special guests, Isaac, Taylor and George from The Regency.  You don't want to miss this one. @theregencyband