In this issue

Maverick - The leading country music magazine. This months cover feature - The Zac Brown Band

Zac Brown Band : Zac Of All Trades

Simultaneously reinventing his sound and going back to his roots with two new and distinct projects, Zac Brown has got a lot to cover in our latest interview. Maverick caught up with the artist, businessman, and dad-of-five to discuss Zac Brown Band’s latest album, his new direction with Sir Rosevelt, and what being an artist means to him.

10+ mins

Hayley McKay

Hayley McKay's new single 'The Bottom of My Heart' draws on inspiration and clarity after a painful period. Here, the singer shares with Maverick the instruments and influences that make up a gripping Country composition.

5 mins

Chloe Foy

PRESENTING HER NEW EP 'ARE WE THERE YET?'"I love lyrics and I love a good melody and I am quite easy to please in that respect"

3 mins

American Young

Country duo American Young have now toured the UK so many times, it’s become like a second home, Megan Gnad speaks to the band about their experiences

4 mins

Brand New Day For The Mavericks

Eric Dahl speaks to The Mavericks about their new album, Brand New Day.

5 mins

Kelsea Ballerini

On her first trip to the UK, the record-breaking artist is still flying high on the success of her debut album, whilst preparing to release her much-anticipated second. Maverick’s Danielle caught up with Kelsea on her first day in London to discuss her incredible success so far, what to expect from her next album, and the rise of women in country.

10 mins

Little Hurricane

For those who believe it, fate can work in mysterious ways. Two kindred spirits with a passion for music - combined with the help of Craig’s List and some skilled musicianship - was just the right formula to create this two piece band, Little Hurricane.

4 mins

Little Big Town

Fresh from their ACM award for Best Vocal Group, Phillip Sweet talks to James Daykin about the new album, ‘The Breaker’. About song choices, album titles and how the band decides who sings what!

8 mins

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Maverick Magazine Description:

MAVERICK Magazine is the leading independent country music magazine and was established in 2002. With a large and dedicated editorial team, the magazine is renowned for its detailed features and engaging interviews. The editorial also maintains a balance between the most renowned names in country music and the exciting newcomers, and features an extensive CD review section of all the latest releases. Maverick has a dedicated fan base of music enthusiasts, professionals and musicians. MAVERICK Magazine is available from WH Smiths stores across the UK, Barnes & Noble in the US and across Scandinavia. The publication is also closely aligned with the CMA Fan Fair Music Festival in Nashville and the Country 2 Country Festival in the UK. MAVERICK Magazine makes a stand as the only country music magazine to embrace all manner of crossovers within the country music genre.