Country on the Eye is a brand-new festival celebrating the best in original country music, launching in June 2026 at Play Close Park, Melton Mowbray. We’re delighted to announce our full lineup for the inaugural year.
In addition to the acts already announced, the full lineup adds the London Song Suffragettes residency, who will be joining us for a special one-of-a-kind show featuring the best female singer-songwriters from the UK to share songs and stories. Song Suffragettes is Nashville’s pre-eminent, all-female acoustic showcase and collective founded in 2014 and performing weekly at the Listening Room Cafe.
Plus, distinguished, 6-time BMI Award-winning, Grammy and CMT Award-nominated songwriter, producer, and publisher, Jeff Cohen, will perform on the main stage on Saturday, 13th June and join us for the Songwriters Showcase on Friday, 12th June.
Curated by broadcaster Ben Atkinson, the festival brings the authentic sounds of Nashville, Austin and the UK roots scene to the East Midlands. Across two days, enjoy an intimate Songwriters Series, a full day of live performances, acoustic sessions, workshops, and Americana culture in a relaxed riverside setting.
Country on the Eye is more than a festival. It’s a celebration of songwriting, storytelling and community. We can’t wait to welcome you by the river.
Join us on 12–13 June 2026.