It's just been confirmed that Country 2 Country, which is Europe's biggest country music festival, is back at 3Arena Dublin for its sixth year from Friday 8 to Sunday 10 March 2019, with yet another incredible line up from the C2C team.

With his first show in the UK or Ireland for over ten years, a major coup for C2C, the celebrated four time Grammy (™) Award winner, chart record breaker and international superstar Keith Urban will play C2C for the first time ever.

While one of Nashville’s most revered and hugely acclaimed musician’s Chris Stapleton makes his much-anticipated return to the festival in a headline spot.

Superstar trio and award winning fan favourites Lady Antebellum also return as headliners, following their hugely popular show at 3Arena last year.

Keith Urban said: “I'm totally psyched to be getting back to the UK & Ireland to play some shows.

"The last time we were there was a blast- and with the music I’ve made since then and the new album we’re gonna get to play to a lot of new people. Can’t wait!!!!!”

Joining the headliners are more acclaimed artists, with many heading to the main stage for the very first time. Cam, Hunter Hayes, Ashley McBryde and Drake White & The Big Fire all return.

While Brett Eldredge, Chase Rice, Dustin Lynch, Carly Pearce and Lyle Lovett make their C2C arena debuts. The C2C Spotlight Stage will return in the arena, with performers to be announced.

Tickets go on general sale at 10am on Friday 26th October and tickets for Dublin will be available at www.ticketmaster.ie

Country 2 Country has become a staple in the festival calendar and has brought country music to the UK and Ireland masses, with tens of thousands of fans attending each year. The festival continuously hosts the best in country music and entertainment; bringing over the world’s best country stars as well as emerging talent from Nashville, UK and Europe.

The legendary Bob Harris announced the highly anticipated C2C 2019 line-up at the official launch party at Shepherd’s Bush Empire, during the second annual Country Music Week in London.

He said: “I am so proud to have been involved with C2C from the beginning and to watch it grow to become one of the major global events in the country music calendar.

"I’m thrilled to once again be introducing all the amazing artists on the main stage and enjoying the fantastic atmosphere of C2C at The O2, London.”

Chris York, C2C Festival promoter for SJM Concerts commented: “C2C Festival 2019 continues to build on the massive success of Country to Country in the U.K. and Ireland.

"We are proud to present one of our strongest lineups and look forward to seeing all you passionate country fans in March once again.

"We would like to thank our partners at BBC Radio 2 and The Country Music Association and as ever thank you for your support.”

CMA’s Sarah Trahern said: “Since the beginning, C2C has been instrumental in growing the country fan base in the UK. The festival has helped develop superstars and also introduced hot new acts to legions of UK fans.

"CMA is delighted to be back here for our seventh year in partnership with the festival to continue to support great country music and our passionate UK fan base.”

Tickets go on sale Friday, 26 October from 10am. Tickets from €54.65 including booking fees and €1 venue fee from www.ticketmaster.ie

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