Josh Setterfield’s Top 4 Festivals he has played

Buckle n Boots Festival - Manchester, UK

My first ever time in the UK found us playing at Buckle n Boots. This festival, while not huge, was incredibly well run by a team of straight-up Country Music fans.

Speaking of the fans, everyone there was just so hungry for the genre and was supportive and energetic. This was actually my first time playing out of my own country, and to see people in the front row singing along to my songs on the other side of the world, for the first time, was something i’ll never forget!

Groundwater Country Music Festival - Gold Coast, Australia

This one mixes country and beach! What more could you want?!

I have played this festival a couple times over the years, but always had a small spot in one of the venues or bars. It was a goal of mine to play the big festival-style main stages.

In 2021 I had a small pop-up acoustic spot, and also a band spot, the band spot had a line out the door and the venue had hit capacity, not letting anyone else in.

So this year, they finally took a chance on me and put us on the main stage, to which... (As you can see by this reel)... A couple of people showed up. 😉

2021 vs 2024 Reel: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DBZvUFcyj_H/?igsh=bWhsOXl6ZjhlejQx

Cavendish Beach Music Festival - Cavendish, Canada

I had heard so much about the Cavendish Beach Music Festival over the years, so to land a spot on the 2024 lineup beside some big names was a huge achievement for us.

Canada is already one of the most amazing places I've visited, and to throw playing this festival into the mix made it all the better.

The team here are great, it's out on the amazing PEI (Prince Edward Island) what more could you want?!

CMC Rocks - Ipswich, Australia

CMC has been a dream of mine to play since I stepped foot into Country Music. I have been at every single festival since day 1 and it has always blown me away with the level of acts that this festival puts on and promotes. 2024 marked the year that myself and my band got our shot, and you can bet I made use of every single opportunity at the festival. We might have had an early spot, but we brought our A-game with special effects, and a backing video to accompany the set and create excitement.

Aside from our set, being able to connect with international acts and even meet one of the guys that inspired me to play country, was an awesome experience. I would recommend this festival to any artist OR fan in the world!

CMC Rocks Recap Reel: https://youtu.be/fkNHlFQFCso