Grab your Stetson, dust off your double denim, and shine those cowboy boots as The Late Late Show country music special is on Friday. The programme will host a star-studded cast bringing the brightest talents from the Irish country music scene to TV screens across the country. Host Patrick Kielty promised a night filled with toe-tapping tunes, heartfelt tributes, and a surprise for one lucky fan.
The show will feature a mix of both seasoned stars and fresh faces, ensuring there’s something for every country music lover, from new fans to the die-hard followers of the genre. Top performers such as Lisa McHugh, Lee Matthews, Cliona Hagan, and Sandy Kelly will take the stage to belt out hits both new and nostalgic. Whether it's chart-topping tunes or timeless classics, this lineup guarantees a memorable night of country music at its finest.
The Late Late Show will also pay tribute to legendary country singer and songwriter Kris Kristofferson, who passed away earlier this week. Irish country legend Daniel O'Donnell and Eastenders star-turned-country singer Shona McGarty will perform in his honour in a tribute performance, celebrating his enduring influence on the music world. In addition to musical performances, the Queens of Country, Philomena Begley, Susan McCann, and Margo, will sit down for a candid chat with Mr Kielty, sharing stories from their eventful careers.
More live performances from Derek Ryan and the Kilfenora Céilí Band will have viewers dancing along from the.