SiriusXM Top of the Country finalist and Canadian rock & soul-infused country artist Kelsi Mayne is kicking off the new year with the release of her brand-new single, “All or Nothing.”
Recently, I spoke with Mayne about how she got her start in country music, her latest single, her upcoming collaboration with producer Chip Matthews (Luke Combs, Riley Green, Brooks & Dunn) and more.
A ‘ray of sunshine’ best describes Canadian pop-country singer/songwriter, Paige Rutledge.
For those who are unfamiliar with Rutledge and her artistry, she has received widespread support for her music from Canadian country radio and editorial playlists across Amazon Music, Spotify and Apple Music. As a songwriter, she’s written hundreds of songs, including co-penning tracks with fellow country artists across Canada. As a performer, she has played countless shows across her hometown province of Ontario and has previously opened for notable Canadian country acts such as the million-streaming band, The River Town Saints.
Last Fall, she released her pop-country ballad, “The Worst Thing,” which is currently in rotation on SiriusXM’s Top of The Country Radio. Ahead of her forthcoming debut EP, she released her latest summery breakup track, “Used To This”.
Calling the small province of PEI home is award-winning singer-songwriter, Lawrence Maxwell.
For those who are unfamiliar with Maxwell and his artistry, his lyrical style is self-described as “blue-collar poetry,” paired with an instrumental blend and sound that draws upon bluegrass, folk, Canadiana and neotraditional country. His latest album, Ballad of the Miles, earned 7 nominations at the 2023 Music PEI Awards. This year, he took home the title of Music PEI’s “Entertainer of the Year”. In addition, his music has received support from both Canadian and UK country radio.
His pursuit of music began in high school, where he would write raps. After graduating, he served in the Canadian Royal Navy, which led to his first public performances.
Anticipation built an hour before the show, as country fans lined up to the end of the sidewalk outside the Beanfield Theatre in Montreal, QC. They paid no mind to the cold, as they patiently waited to see Brett Kissel perform live as part of The Compass Tour.
Blue & pink lighting cast over the entire theatre, as country fans in plaid, jeans, western-styled boots and cowboy hats began filling the smoky room. Country songs from Jade Eagleson to Charlie Worsham played through the stage speakers. Concert-goers were happily singing and dancing along with their friends as they waited for the show to commence. Despite it being the middle of the work week, they came to party and they weren’t wasting a minute to do so (many pre-show beers were passed around).
Multiple award-nominated country artist and director, actor & writer, Wes Mack is back with his third studio EP, Hummingbird. The 6-track project (in addition to a demo version of “Ain’t Got You” and an alternate version of “Lookin For You”) navigates relatable themes such as small-town living, grief & loss, regret, heartbreak and change. “The EP has already garnered early success for the artist, with the previously released single, “Ain’t Got You” earning him a #1 hit on SiriusXM and landing multiple sync placements in film & TV properties” (PR Team).
Recently, I spoke with Wes Mack about his start in the music industry, his latest EP and more.
Singer-songwriter Cassidy Cummings is bringing some Canadian flare to Nashville.
This past October, the emerging artist released her debut single “Fixer Upper”— A pop-country track that encourages listeners to not discredit a potential romantic partner just because they are a little rough around the edges.
Recently, I spoke with Cassidy about her start in country music, her debut single and more.
This past Spring, Canadian country artist Jordan Riley released his latest single, Picture Perfect. Written by award-winning James Barker Band & Jojo Mason, the song illustrates the age-old story of falling in love– This time through a fun & inviting pop-country lens.
Canadian country artist Josh David is back with his brand-new single, “Made To Be Married”. Written by Blaine Mitchell, David Madras, Lisa Winfield & Josh himself, the R & B infused country track offers a (…) that will surely be a hit with hopeless romantics & country fans alike.
Recently, I spoke with Josh about his start in country music, his latest song & more.
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”.
Hailing from Pickering, ON and now calling Toronto home is Canadian singer/songwriter, Maddie Corinne. Delving into the world of music