ARN expands iHeartCountry Australia

ARN has announced the relaunch of iHeartCountry Australia as a National DAB+ Network.

It says the move will bring contemporary country music to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide, while expanding into key markets including Hobart, Canberra, Darwin and the Gold Coast.

KIX Country will continue to complement this offering with dedicated regional programming.

Steve Fitton kicks off the day with Breakfast, followed by Justin Thomson in the Afternoons and Kristof (Chris Sandilands) on Drive, joined by special guest appearances from celebrity artists.

The playlist includes hits from Morgan Wallen, Luke Combs, Lainey Wilson, Keith Urban, Kane Brown, Miranda Lambert and rising Australian star James Johnston.

“Country music is booming globally, and Australia, as the world’s third-largest market for the genre, plays a pivotal role in its growth,” said Brett “Nozz” Nossiter, ARN’s Head of Content – Digital Radio.

“With the new iHeartCountry network, ARN is leading the charge by offering a platform that celebrates the diversity and passion of country music fans while championing international superstars, rising local talent, and the broader Australian music industry.”

Tune into iHeartCountry Australia via DAB+ or the free iHeartRadio app, and experience the best of country music in Australia.