Sisters in Country, the acclaimed duo of Jodi Vaughan and Aly Cook, are excited to announce their fifth single, ‘If That’s the Way You Want it’.
The track, a composition by Vaughan from her 1986 album ‘Straight from the Heart,’ has been re-recorded as a duet and is now featured on their #1 New Zealand album, ‘Downunder Girls’. The duo’s partner, Aly Cook, heads to Australia on Monday, August 18, to promote the single with a series of radio interviews and to work on forthcoming events in Tamworth. This marks her first trip back to Australia post-COVID, after spending the last four years recording and releasing the Sisters in Country album performing shows and festivals with duo partner, Australian born NZ music legend Jodi Vaughan.
The release of the single and the success of the ‘Downunder Girls’ album underscore the duo’s continued relevance and immense appeal. As artists with a strong connection to both sides of the Tasman, their music has topped the airplay charts in Australia and the official charts in New Zealand. Vaughan, a household name in New Zealand since the 80s, joins forces with Cook, an award-winning songwriter and ARIA Charting artist with a long association with the Australian music scene. Her critically acclaimed 2019 album, ‘Caught in the Middle,’ produced by Buzz Bidstrup (The Angels/GANGgajang), solidified this connection with its rich Australian themes, including the #1 hit “Red Dirt Road Trip.” The album was further enhanced by top Australian session musicians George Washingmachine, Rick Mellick, James Gillard, and the late Glen Hannah and others, with a guest appearance from Sharon O’Neill.
Upcoming Showcase and “Harmony Road” Tour
Sisters in Country will bring their captivating show to Australian audiences with a special artist showcase. Sponsored by Key2 Artist promotions, the event will take place at the West Tamworth League Club on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at 1:00 PM. The duo will be joined by special guest Marian Burns, whose exceptional fiddle playing has earned her a ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ from the Golden Fiddle Awards, plus special guests from the Key2 Artist Promotions stable of artists.
In a unique opportunity for fans, Sisters in Country are collaborating with Kay Gregan of The Travel Brokers for their bespoke “Harmony Road” tour. The bus is filling up fast, and with a good number of bookings already confirmed, fans are encouraged to secure their spot on this special holiday tour. The tour will allow fans to travel with Jodi, Aly, and Marian to Australia in January 2026, with the artists doing concerts along the way. The journey coincides with the Tamworth Country Music Festival, where the group will spend three days, and also includes fantastic destinations such as a Sydney Harbour cruise, a Hunter Valley wine experience, visits to Coffs Harbour and Byron Bay, and a three-day stay on the Gold Coast.
On Cook’s return from Australia. The Sisters perform at Tauranga Citz Club, 4.00pm August 31st.
