Grab your Stetson, don the double denim, and shine those cowboy boots
The Late Late Show’s annual Country Music Special is coming back to TV screens around Ireland this week, with a host of familiar names in the line-up.
Host Patrick Kielty will bring together the biggest and brightest stars from the Irish country music scene, while the Co Down comedian is also set to welcome some huge names from the US into the RTE Studios.
This year’s event promises to be even more memorable as The Late Late Show Country Music Special celebrates 10 unforgettable years of Irish country music magic and melodies.
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To mark a decade of toe-tapping tunes and legendary performances, the biggest stars in Irish country will take to the stage for a night of chart-topping hits, timeless classics and surprise collaborations.
Leading this week’s line-up is Hollywood star John C. Reilly, who will be chatting to Patrick about his deep connection with Irish music and culture and offer stories about his recent trip to Co Kerry.
The Step Brothers star will also talk about the influences that inspired his latest musical venture, Mister Romantic and give viewers a glimpse of what to expect from his performance at Dublin’s Ambassador Theatre next month.
American businesswoman and actress Priscilla Presley will also be on Friday night’s show to chat about her memoir Softly As I Leave You. Priscilla will speak to Patrick about her marriage to Elvis, rediscovering herself following their divorce and her unwavering commitment to protecting his legacy.
She’ll also speak candidly about her relationship with daughter Lisa Marie, Lisa’s marriage to Michael Jackson and how she has found joy in life again despite the tragedies that have shaped her life in recent years.
As always, viewers will be treated to some unforgettable performances on Friday’s episode, with The Three Amigos and the Rejoice Choir set to perform a musical tribute to the King of Rock n’ Roll with a country twist.
Irish country music legends Daniel O’Donnell, Declan Nerney, Susan McCann and Philomena Begley are also set to appear on this week’s show as they join Patrick to celebrate 10 years of The Late Late Country Music Special.
And in true tradition, another exceptional artist will be surprised as they are inducted into The Late Late Show Country Music Hall of Fame, joining the ranks of Irish country music royalty.
All of this mixed with a night packed full of show-stopping performances from Ireland’s finest country stars.
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