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Q & A: Robyn Ottolini on Her Single, “Match For My Memory”
2021 CCMA Rising Star award-winner & platinum-selling country artist, Robyn Ottolini is embarking on a new chapter with her single, “Match For My Memory”– Her first release since signing with Empire. Written by Emily Reid & Ottolini herself, the catchy track illustrates the lingering memories that remain after a relationship ends and how unforgettable you truly are.
Recently, I spoke with Ottolini about her start in country music, her new track and touring with Shania Twain.
Q & A: Kassandra Clack Discusses Her Single, “Short Cut”, off Her Debut EP, Trippin’ In Heels
Vancouver-based pop-country artist Kassandra Clack is in need of a “Short Cut” with her latest single off her debut 6-track EP, Trippin’ In Heels.
Recently, I spoke with Kassandra about the single, digital entrepreneurship and more.
Q & A: Jade Turner on Her Empowering New Single, “Deadweight”
Roots-Country artist Jade Turner is encouraging listeners to tune out all the noise and haters with her new single, “Deadweight”. Written by Crystal Shawanda & Jade herself, the song shares a message of self-love and resilience, as well as letting go of the past in order to move forward.
Recently, I spoke with Jade about her start in roots-country music, her latest single and more.
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JUNO & Multi CCMA Award-Winning Band, The Washboard Union, Unveil New Single & Label Partnership With Universal Music Canada
You may know them as the JUNO & multi CCMA award-winning band behind hits such as “Country Thunder” (co-written with Karen Kosowski), & “Dock Rock” . Now the trio, consisting of David Roberts and step-brothers Aaron Grain & Chris Duncombe, are releasing their first single since their 2020 album, “Everbound”.
Q & A: The Nautical Theme on Their Upcoming EP “Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed”, Songwriting & Their Goals for This Year
Hailing from Dayton, Ohio is modern-folk duo, The Nautical Theme. Consisting of Tesia Mallory (vocals & keys) and Matt Shelter (vocals & guitar), the group
PLATINUM-SELLING BAND, PARMALEE ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM, “FOR YOU”, AVAILABLE EVERYWHERE JULY 30TH
Today, platinum-selling band Parmalee announced their new album, “For You” which will be available on all streaming platforms as of July 30th, via Stoney Creek
Taylor Wilson Set to Release new Project, Marking a Move in a new Stylistic Direction for the Canadian Singer-Songwriter
Instantly recognized for her relatable lyrics and emotionally intimate vocal performances, singer-songwriter Taylor Wilson is quickly making a name for herself in the Ontario country
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Lainey Wilson to Make Her Debut Performance at Toronto’s New Live Entertainment Venue, HISTORY
Award-winning country artist Lainey Wilson’s gold-certified hit single “Heart Like A Truck” has climbed its way to #7 on the Canadian Country Mediabase Charts (as of Feb 19th), shortly after she announced her debut show at Toronto’s very own HISTORY live entertainment venue (a collaboration between Live Nation x Drake).
Bell’s Cavendish Beach Music Festival’s Colliding Tides Kitchen Stage Artist Lineup Revealed
The Cavendish Beach Music Festival presented by Bell is back for yet another year of live music! Recently, the Cavendish Beach Music Festival team revealed the artists that will be performing at the Colliding Tides Kitchen Stage.
Folk Music Ontario to Host 2022 Conference in Canada’s First UNESCO-Certified City Of Music, Announces Official Showcase Lineup
Folk Music Ontario is back with its 2022 Conference! For the first time since 2019, the conference will be held in person. This year, the
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Lainey Wilson to Make Her Debut Performance at Toronto’s New Live Entertainment Venue, HISTORY
Award-winning country artist Lainey Wilson’s gold-certified hit single “Heart Like A Truck” has climbed its way to #7 on the Canadian Country Mediabase Charts (as of Feb 19th), shortly after she announced her debut show at Toronto’s very own HISTORY live entertainment venue (a collaboration between Live Nation x Drake).
Bell’s Cavendish Beach Music Festival’s Colliding Tides Kitchen Stage Artist Lineup Revealed
The Cavendish Beach Music Festival presented by Bell is back for yet another year of live music! Recently, the Cavendish Beach Music Festival team revealed the artists that will be performing at the Colliding Tides Kitchen Stage.
Folk Music Ontario to Host 2022 Conference in Canada’s First UNESCO-Certified City Of Music, Announces Official Showcase Lineup
Folk Music Ontario is back with its 2022 Conference! For the first time since 2019, the conference will be held in person. This year, the
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Q & A: Jake Aldridge Open up About Being the “Underdog”, Making the Switch to Pop-Country & his Latest Single, “Down”
Rapper-turned-pop-country artist & multiple-award-winning musician, Jake Aldridge, recently released his latest single, “Down”. Co-written by multi-instrumentalist David Edward Booth and produced by Nashville’s Simon Reid,
REVIEW: Gary Quinn’s “Catch Me”, a Timeless Ode to That ‘Special Someone’ who Keeps you Grounded
Following up the success of “Nobody Somebody” and “Complicated”, 6-time British CMA country artist Gary Quinn is back with the third and final song in
Q & A: Ben Selleck on his Path to Pursuing his Solo Career, his Debut Single, “Different Sides” & his Goals for the Remainder of the Year
Hailing from Essex, England is singer-songwriter and music teacher Ben Selleck. Citing his influences as Al Green and Marvin Gaye, Selleck’s vocal performances and musical sound
Singer-Songwriter Craig Gould is Opening up About his own Battles With Mental Health in Order to Help Others With his Upcoming Album
Craig Gould is an enigmatic storyteller, who’s able to turn the mundane into imaginative, captivating narratives he delivers through his songs. Picking up the guitar
Country Artist Gary Quinn Releases new Single, “Complicated”
“Another shot of whiskey, I’ve seen that look before”, is the opener 6-time British CMA country artist Gary Quinn sings in his latest single, “Complicated.”
Q & A: UK Alt-Country Artist Mitchell Kersley on his Latest EP, “Dusk”, his Music Journey & His Goals for 2021
Mitchell Kersley is an alt-country artist from the UK, who’s unique sound challenges the boundaries of country music. “Born and raised in the British countryside,
UK-Based Country Artist Gary Quinn Releases New Single, “Nobody Somebody”
GARY QUINN is a UK-based country artist originally from Omagh, Northern Ireland, who now calls Gtr Manchester home. A 6-time British CMA Awards
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RED BRICK COUNTRY ARTIST JORDAN RILEY SET TO RELEASE POP-COUNTRY LOVE SONG, “PICTURE PERFECT” ON MAY 5th
BARRIE, ON– Love is in the air this Spring with Canadian country artist Jordan Riley’s brand-new pop-country love song, “Picture Perfect”. Written by award-winning James Barker Band ((JBB’s platinum-certified single “Keep It Simple” hit #1 at Country Radio in 2019) & Jojo Mason (BBCMA Entertainer of the Year 2022), the high-energy track chronicles the thrill of falling in love with your perfect someone and envisioning a future with them. The song also features the same tasteful blend of Nashville sounds, pop-country instrumentals and timbre vocals that have previously earned him two singles in the top #30 iTunes Charts.
Q & A: Amberlea Bruch on Her Latest Single, “Breaking My Own Rules”
Canadian country artist and songwriter, Amberlea Bruch is setting the foundation for a new era in her career with her latest single, “Breaking My Own Rules”. Written by Jordan Honsinger & herself, the vulnerable pop-country track lets listeners into a chapter of her life where she found herself challenging her own expectations when it comes to life, dating & relationships. The song is also the first single off her upcoming EP, The Darkside.
Recently I spoke with Amberlea about being inspired by her time spent in Nashville, her latest song, upcoming projects and her best advice for finding “the one”.
2022 in Review: Darcy Nelson on Her Single, “Bad”, Part of the Official Soundtrack for Short Film, Outlawz
Originally from Washington State, she got her musical start in the church. In her teen years, she was encouraged to pursue music by those around her but didn’t make much of it at the time. In her early twenties, she relocated to Colorado for a fresh start personally & professionally. Without an established network or plan, she found herself busking to pay the bills while searching for a job. With some determination, she soon found herself earning from her music.
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Q & A: Chase Morgan Discusses New Single, “Home to Me”
Q & A: Robyn Ottolini on Her Single, “Match For My Memory”
Q & A: Kassandra Clack Discusses Her Single, “Short Cut”, off Her Debut EP, Trippin’ In Heels
Q & A: Jade Turner on Her Empowering New Single, “Deadweight”