IT'S the first time in 45 years Country Music Capital News will stop the press.
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The pressures of COVID-19 have had a devastating impact on the music industry and as a result Capital News will be suspended for the immediate future.
The May and June issues of the magazine will not be published under the helm of managing editor Cheryl Brown.
Measures needed to slow the spread of the virus have affected the publication, which is a big part of the country music industry, Tamworth Regional Council's country music manager and publisher Barry Harley said.
"With the world in isolation, so too are touring musicians and entertainers, with closed venues and no festivals to attend," he said.
"Our advertisers, readers and contributors are all being informed of the immediate changes, but we know they will all understand the situation is out of our control.
"Although our loyal subscribers won't receive the May and June issues, their subscription orders will automatically be extended by the missing months."
The publication is one of a few platforms for exclusive interviews with national and international Australian country artists.
It supports record labels, venues, festivals, retailers and other sectors of the business to promote and market their products.
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It comes as Tamworth Regional Council itself has to review the viability of next year's Tamworth Country Music Festival.
Mr Harley said the team looked forward to returning to production as soon as the industry gets back on its feet.
"The future is much brighter for the industry we all love and cherish," he said.
"Your continued support will be important in helping the industry recover and thrive again."
Madeline Link
Madeline Link is a journalist at the Newcastle Herald, with a focus on Lake Macquarie City Council. To keep up with my stories, follow my Twitter @madeline_link, for tips email madeline.link@newcastleherald.com.au.
Madeline Link is a journalist at the Newcastle Herald, with a focus on Lake Macquarie City Council. To keep up with my stories, follow my Twitter @madeline_link, for tips email madeline.link@newcastleherald.com.au.
