Author Archives: Julianna Chubenko

Growing up in a small town, Devin was surrounded by aspects of country music. He started writing music at 14, gravitating towards storytelling songs that resonate with listeners. It took a few years for him to realize that his upbringing had shaped him into a country songwriter. At 18, Devin dove into country music, developingContinue reading “Devin Cooper Releases New Single, The Other Guy”

Griffen Palmer, a talented singer-songwriter from Pickering, Ontario, gained recognition after appearing on NBC’s Songland with his song “Second Guessing.” This experience was instrumental for Griffen, allowing him to pitch his song to some of the greatest songwriters and Florida Georgia Line, who later recorded the song. Originally, “Second Guessing” was created as a weddingContinue reading “Griffen Palmer Releases Debut Album, Unlearn!”

Desiree Dorion is a country music singer/songwriter from Manitoba, whose love for country music was instilled at a young age, as her family always had it always playing on the radio. At the age of five, she was already familiar with the country classics, and began writing music with a diary her mom gave her. Continue reading “Desiree Dorion Releases Powerful New Single, Love You to Death.”

Taylor-Rae’s love for country music started at an early age thanks to her dad, who would sing classic hits from Garth Brooks and Shania Twain with her on karaoke. It was Shania Twain’s energy on stage that really inspired Taylor-Rae to bring that same fire to her own performances. For her vocal inspiration, Taylor looksContinue reading “Taylor-Rae Releases Emotional Single, If This is Love.”

Brittany Kennell’s love for music started young. At the age of seven, she discovered the piano and began writing her own songs. From there, she performed at local community shows and any opportunity she could land to perform. Though she always had a passion for music, it wasn’t until she turned 16 that she decidedContinue reading “Brittany Kennell Releases Female Empowerment Hit “House and a Dog!””

Brian John Harwood and Jason Blaine teamed up to create their latest single, “Nothing More Country Than That,” to show the real meaning of country music. They believe country music runs deeper than the stereotypical cowboys, pickup trucks, and bolo ties – it’s about the values of family, loyalty, and honesty. Brian started writing theContinue reading “Brian John Harwood and Jason Blaine Team up for a Country Collaboration.”

Local Manitoba country music artist JR Charron has started off the new year releasing his highly-anticipated new single, “Who You’re Gonna Be.” JR’s talent and dedication to his music were recognized when he won the Manitoba Country Music Award for Fan’s Choice in 2022. “That was the most incredible honour and I was not expectingContinue reading “JR Charron Releases Heartfelt Ballad for his Son, “Who You’re Gonna Be””

Kendra Kay’s debut album Homegrown Heart is out now! The album consists of ten songs including the title track, “Homegrown Heart.” “I am so excited for this next chapter. It has been a long time coming,” said Kay. Kendra started recording the music for Homegrown Heart in 2019, so some of the songs don’t feelContinue reading “Kendra Kay Releases Debut Album, Homegrown Heart”

Manitoba duo of brothers, Banned & Outlawed (Jon and Daniel Hnatishin), have been keeping busy writing and releasing new music to start off the new year. 2022 was a big year for the duo with many shows and performances throughout Canada, which they look forward to continuing in 2023. Banned & Outlawed released three newContinue reading “Banned & Outlawed Start 2023 by Releasing Three New Singles!”