The Betsie Beers - Heartbreak Road by Just Music South Africa published on 2022-10-11T15:49:09Z Country music has proved to be one of the most influential and popular genres of music in Southern Africa for decades. Legendary American country artists like Don Williams, Dolly Parton and Jim Reeves have enjoyed significant airtime on South African radio, particularly in the 70's and 80's, notching up numerous gold and platinum album sales and multiple hit singles. The music and these artists have met with approval from a widespread multi-cultural crossover audience, and in turn, inspired the careers of a host of homegrown local country stars. Many of whom enjoy huge popularity and continued success with recordings and live performances. Over the years, local country stars like Lance James, Billy Forrest, Bobby Angel and Joanna Field sold millions of records and set the scene for country music festivals and live performances across the country. Now, a new generation of country and Americana-styled South African artists have emerged with their own identity and sound. These new rising stars are ready to reach global audiences. Jacob Swann, Jack Atlantic and Karla Gouws is leading the way with great self-penned tunes and a sound that conveys the big spirit of new country music from Africa. The Big Country Africa album couples these new artists together with some of Africa's country legends for the first time to showcase the best of country music cultivated in Africa. Genre Country