Hand Media International is excited to present the latest issue of market leading country music publication Maverick Magazine.
Our cover star, Bailey Zimmerman, has bulldozed his way into the genre’s core without ever losing sight of what set him apart: the honesty, the ache, and the gravel in his gut. We explore his rise from the rough-and-ready backroads of Illinois to the bright lights of country music’s biggest stages
Elsewhere, we profile CMAT who caught the eye at Glastonbury recently by arriving dressed like a rodeo pop star from another planet. Meanwhile, there’s also a feature on Niko Moon who has has carved out a sound all his own with his fusion of feel-good energy and country soul.
We also look back, honouring Kitty Wells in our “Blast from the Past” feature. Her 1952 single “It Wasn’t God Who Made Honky Tonk Angels” cracked open the doors of country music for women, reshaping the genre forever.
In our Top Picks, we shine a light on Liam Price, who delivers a raw, confessional ballad exploring regret, relapse, and the rocky road to redemption with “The Grass Ain’t Green.”
Our Lifestyle section dives into the essentials—from handcrafted guitars and timeless Western style to eye-catching artist merch—showing how country music lives and breathes far beyond the stage.
Finally, we bring you an exclusive Q&A with Mike Curb, one of the most influential figures in country music history, whose legacy as a songwriter, producer, and label head has shaped the genre for over five decades.
As country music keeps evolving, Maverick stays committed to spotlighting its diversity—making sure every voice has a place in this dynamic, ever-expanding genre.
Download the latest issue of Maverick Magazine here.
