It's almost 12 months since the curtain came down on live performances because of Covid-19, and for Ireland's country music artists, it's been a huge blow.
For decades, they've toured all over Ireland and the world, with thousands of fans flocking to see them in various venues and dancehalls.
In a bid by the country stars to keep in touch with their loyal following, singer Trudi Lalor and her songwriter husband Billy Morrissey came up with the idea of connecting fans via a phone call during lockdown. "We came up with the idea when we were out walking and talking about the fans and how they are missing the live performances," she explained. "So, I went on my radio show on Tipp FM and asked fans would they like to be connected with their