Amanda Keeles discovered her passion for music at a very young age, with her mother being a significant influence. She began singing and writing early on, and as a teenager, she participated in talent competitions, gaining valuable performance experience. However, in her 20s, Keeles put her music career on hold after getting married, a hiatusContinue reading “Nothing Can Stop Amanda Keeles Now!”
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Manitoba musicians, Mitchell Makoons and Morgan Grace perform at Juno Beach
Local Manitoba musicians, Morgan Grace and Mitchell Makoons had the opportunity to perform at Juno Beach for the D-Day Anniversary commemoration. Morgan Grace is a 17-year-old left-handed fiddle player from Manitoba, who has been playing since she was four years old. “The sound of the fiddle has been a part of my life well beforeContinue reading “Manitoba musicians, Mitchell Makoons and Morgan Grace perform at Juno Beach”
Bree Taylor Hits Fast Forward with “Skip To The End!”
Bree Taylor is making waves in the country music scene with her unique mix of country and rock. She’s not just making tunes; she’s creating her own genre-blending style. Inspired by country stars like Carrie Underwood and rock legends like Joan Jett, Bree’s music breaks the usual boundaries. Her songs blend the heart of countryContinue reading “Bree Taylor Hits Fast Forward with “Skip To The End!””
Jade Turner Makes Semi-Finals of SiriusXM’s Top of the Country!
Jade Turner has a natural talent for telling stories through her music, while continuing to support the Indigenous culture that inspires her. She has grown a dedicated audience with her impactful stage presence and songs like “Worth,” “Stay Wild Child” “Hangover Blues,” and the two-time award-winning hit “Deadweight.” “I can only have my own stories,Continue reading “Jade Turner Makes Semi-Finals of SiriusXM’s Top of the Country!”
Annika Catharina Starts 2024 Off on a Positive Note with Upbeat Track “What If I”
Annika Catherina celebrates her first single of 2024 “What If I.” Since the release of the song she has gained support by being added to Spotify editorial playlists, “New Music Friday Country,” “North Country,” “RADARCanada,” “Equal Canada,” and “Country Frontier.” Annika loved the feeling of performing since she was young and was introduced to countryContinue reading “Annika Catharina Starts 2024 Off on a Positive Note with Upbeat Track “What If I””
Catie St.Germain Releases “The Day Gets Too Long!”
Catie St.Germain is a Métis country music singer/songwriter from Niverville, MB. Catie grew up in a very musical family who listened to country music, which turned into a love of hers. Some of her many musical influences are country classics, The Chicks, Shania Twain, and Alan Jackson. In 2023, Catie St.Germain was awarded Emerging ArtistContinue reading “Catie St.Germain Releases “The Day Gets Too Long!””
Elyse Saunders Releases New Single “Never Have I Ever”
Elyse Saunders is a Peterborough, Ontario native and 2023 CMAOntario award winning artist, who has shown her talents through her songwriting, vocals, and performance abilities. Music has been a part of her life since she could remember. “My heart felt like country is where I should be because I love the storytelling and authenticity ofContinue reading “Elyse Saunders Releases New Single “Never Have I Ever””
It’s “A Different Kind of Year” for Cory Marks
Cory Marks is an artist from North Bay, Ontario who blends both rock and country genres, which has proven to be a crowd favourite. Marks grew up listening to influences Merle Haggard, Buck Owens, Waylon, Alan Jackson, Brad Paisley and Bryan Adams. Through his dad and interest in drumming he got into rock like Rush,Continue reading “It’s “A Different Kind of Year” for Cory Marks”
Matt Zimmerman Stepping Out in the Local Country Scene with New Music
In Steinbach, Manitoba, Matt Zimmerman grew up listening to classic country and fiddle music and grew to really enjoy the genre of country music. With the goal of becoming a songwriter for other artists, Matt enjoys writing lyrics that resonate with the human experience. “It’s about being a part of someone’s journey and I’m hopefulContinue reading “Matt Zimmerman Stepping Out in the Local Country Scene with New Music”
Kalsey Kulyk’s New Single “Love Me Like An Outlaw” Reaches Top 20
Kalsey Kulyk is a Canadian country music artist from Hudson Bay, SK, now based in Beaumont, AB. Kalsey started singing at three years old and grew up in a very musical family where music was instilled in her at a young age. At three years old, Kalsey got up on stage at a talent showContinue reading “Kalsey Kulyk’s New Single “Love Me Like An Outlaw” Reaches Top 20″
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