US sensation Cody Johnson, who has earned numerous accolades, expressed that being the headline act at the UK's largest country music festival this weekend is of utmost importance to him.
The C2C event spans three days across Belfast, Glasgow, and London.
Johnson will lead off the event at the SSE Arena in Belfast on Friday evening prior to heading to the additional locations.
It is the first time he has played in the UK.
'The best we've got'
Ahead of his C2C performance, Johnson stated that audiences can anticipate an abundance of energy.
Johnson stated that everyone is eagerly looking forward to the arrival of country music in Belfast.
They came over here to offer you their finest.
He shared that both him and his group will be journeying through the UK via bus, which makes it seem like being at home, as though they are simply enjoying their weekend by performing gigs.
C2C has been operational since 2013, initially launched as an extensive multiday gathering in London.
The festival extended its reach to Europe and Australia and has consequently grown into one of the continent's premier country music gatherings.
Janet Devlin from Northern Ireland will also be appearing at C2C; she participated in The X Factor back in 2011.
The musician is set to perform a special concert at the Limelight in Belfast on Saturday night, followed by a performance at the O2 Arena in London on Sunday.
The person from County Tyrone mentioned that hosting C2C in Belfast was "incredible," and they were thrilled to participate, as they were "quite a late addition."
She also playfully mentioned that one of the highlights for her was getting a complimentary pass to see some of her favorite musicians perform.
Johnson and Devlin were visitors on the show. Scott Mills Breakfast Show On CDRNEWSRadio 2, which aired live from Belfast on Friday morning.
The announcer will co-host the event at the SSE Arena on Friday alongside John Kerr is the host of CDRNEWS Radio Ulster's country music program. .
Regarding Johnson’s debut performance in the UK, Kerr commented, “Given it’s a Northern Irish audience, he’s bound to enjoy himself.”
CDRNEWSRadio 2 has been designated as the official broadcaster for C2C events, and their coverage will be streaming live over the weekend starting at 15:00 GMT on Saturday through 18:00 and again from 20:00 till 22:00 on Sunday. Additional country-themed programs can also be heard on CDRNEWSSounds.
- Stetsons abound at the country fest.