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Tuesday May 26, 2020
Tuesday May 26, 2020
Heating things up just in time for the summer season, Saskatchewan powerhouse Samara Yung returns with the release of her latest single “In Case You Missed Me”, available for streaming & download everywhere. ICYMM is an anthemic earworm that only scratches the surface of what’s to come from this rising artist.
Written by Emma-Lee (Madeline Merlo, Brett Kissel, Tim Hicks, etc.), Samara joined forces with acclaimed producer Danick Dupelle (Tebey, Emerson Drive) to create a sound that is uniquely her own on ICYMM. Starting off with soft sentiments, Samara's crystalline vocals soar through the track with a building beat that drives the track with an addictive pop sensibility.
“Emma-Lee passed ICYMM along to my manager and as soon as the song started, I was in love,” Samara notes on receiving the track. “There is so much emotion right from the start and I felt so much love still in her heart for someone who is not there anymore. She’s just not ready to give up on that person. It’s something so many people can relate to. Danick Dupelle nailed the production and really helped musically to take us on that emotional journey of the song. I am so excited for you to hear this one!”
With four albums under her belt, Samara caught her break in 2019 when awarded the coveted iHeart Radio Future Star spotlight for May & June with her hit "Swerve", marking her first top 30 at Canadian country radio. She went on to have a banner year, winning the SCMA Fan's Choice Entertainer of the Year, and performing a handful of festival stages such as Dauphin's Countryfest, Extreme Mudfest and the Raymore Summer Slam.
ICYMM is now going for adds!
VISIT SAMARA ON SOCIAL MEDIA:
Website: http://www.samarayung.ca
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/samarayung/
Instagram: @Samara_Yung
Tuesday May 19, 2020
Tuesday May 19, 2020
The story behind this was inspired by a real life experience for Genevieve. The message is one that so many are able to relate to.
"I had just performed at a show in my hometown which I found to be disappointing in terms of lack of support. I quickly began second guessing myself and started second guessing so much of what I was doing. Coincidentally I had already arranged some writing sessions in Nashville with my flight leaving the following day. As I always do, I started to come up with some song ideas. In this case, I specifically started to focus on how I was feeling following that previous night. I vividly remember thinking that I needed to write a song to pick myself back up and get me back on track. I needed to write a song for me. I was drawing from my own emotions. This was one case where I was the inspiration behind this song.
I walked into my write with Karen Kosowski and Emma-Lee feeling lost and defeated. I told them I had a title in mind: “Someone Else” - essentially saying that if you could see yourself through the eyes of someone else, that you could see your potential and beauty. I know I’m not alone in this. So often, we can be our our own worst critic. While you would never think of telling someone that they’re not good enough, or pretty enough, or strong enough, we seem to find it easy to think of ourselves in these terms. Sometimes we just need that reminder, to step back, take a deep breath, and try to see yourself through the eyes of Someone Else."
Genevieve co-wrote Someone Else with Karen Kosowski and Emma-Lee. The track was recorded in Nashville in late February of 2020. Her production was once again completed under the direction of her producer Jason Massey with engineering by Billy Decker.
Tuesday May 12, 2020
Tuesday May 12, 2020
This week I chat with Hillside Outlaws.
Hillside Outlaws are Canada's ones to watch! This duo brings classic gritty vocals with out of this world guitar tones for a sound that is pure country.
Their high energy live show and intimate connection with their fans will leave an audience always wanting more. If you want to party with the Outlaws you better Buckle Up!
"Buckle Up" is the anthem we all need for 2020. No matter what life throws our way, Buckle Up and face the day!
https://www.hillsideoutlaws.com/
https://www.facebook.com/hillsideoutlaws
https://www.instagram.com/hillsideoutlaws/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcs-orVZjgL5G9tMEJwDkhg
https://twitter.com/hillsideoutlaws
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Tuesday May 05, 2020
Tuesday May 05, 2020
This week I chat with Dauphin Manitoba artist Desiree Dorion about her new single "Beautiful People". She co-wrote this tune with the ridiculously talented Mr. Chris Burke-Gaffney. I'm so excited to share a different side of me and hope you guys like the new track!
You can find her online at https://www.facebook.com/desdorion/
Wednesday Apr 29, 2020
Wednesday Apr 29, 2020
JASON MCCOY ANNOUNCES THE WE ARE 1 WORLD PROJECT OF UNITY
One World. One Song. Your Voice.
In the first phase of the newly developed We Are 1 World Project, renowned recording artist Jason McCoy announces the release of ‘We Are One’, a powerful message of hope, recorded by world renowned musicians and singers in isolation from across the world. The COVID-19 virus started with one person and has spread to all parts of the globe, affecting the health and well-being of the entire planet, and “We Are One”, is a song of unity, to celebrate the power of one, together in isolation.
The We Are 1 World Project is the brainchild of Jason McCoy, songwriter and lead singer of award-winning band The Road Hammers and Jim Payetta, part-time songwriter and businessman who is one of the owners of an OHL Hockey team, The Barrie Colts. The first version of the song ‘We Are One’ is being released from Jason McCoy and Friends.
For the full press release, go to https://mailchi.mp/e3f3cb5d2ef7/media-release-jason-mccoy-announces-the-we-are-1-world-project-of-unit
#weare1worldsong
Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
With close to two decades of dedication to his music career and craft, JJ Voss has taken his passion for songwriting and performing, along with his many experiences in life, to build an authentic and professional solo career rooted from the fabric of the working class.
Raised on a small farm in southern Saskatchewan, Voss began his journey in music at the age of 8 when he picked up his Dad’s old flat top, and has been following in the footsteps of legendary troubadours like Steve Earle, Charlie Major, Tom Petty and Bruce Springsteen, ever since.
From playing weekend gigs with his high school band, to gigging 6 nights a week in night clubs, to festivals and soft seaters, Voss has become known for his ability to fuse the ‘classic’ sounds of Country, into a piece of work that’s perfectly suited for our modern times.
He released his debut EP ‘Hillbilly Storybook’ in 2009 garnering a WMCA Producer of the Year nomination which put him on the map as an up and comer in Canada. In 2012, he followed it up with his sophomore album, ‘Show ‘em Who’s Voss’, landing him a SCMA Roots Album of the Year award and chart action for 5 singles on Canadian Country radio, including ‘It’s a Pride Thing’which peaked #62 on Nielsen BDS Top 100 and ‘Playing For Keeps’ at #51. The album also received extensive international airplay, which led to Voss’ first overseas tour, playing shows in Germany, Ireland, France and the Netherlands, Colombia and Mexico in 2015.
In 2017 Voss was forced to take a hiatus from his career for one year to recover from major back surgery. Having been bedridden for a long period of time, with only social media, TV and the news as his connection to the outside world, Voss began to digest the current social trends involving nationalism, tribalism, polarization, division, and violence - all of which weighed heavy on his mind. He put pen to paper, and by 2018, he had written his 3rd album, ‘Come Along With Me’, which is scheduled for release in March 2020.
With a new album in hand, and a recent SCMA Roots Artist of the Year award to kick things off, Voss is back on the music scene with a successful first single titled ‘Some People’ at radio and his 2nd single Come Along With Me set for release on Feb 14, 2020.
Website: www.jjvoss.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/jjvoss
Twitter: www.twitter.com/jjvoss
Instagram: www.instagram.com/jjvoss
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/jjvoss
Wednesday Apr 15, 2020
Wednesday Apr 15, 2020
This week Kimberley Dawn is my guest. Kim and I go way back to our radio days together. She has an amazing spirit and is truly excited about her new single.
This multi award winning Aboriginal singer has been a fighter and a survivor in this everchanging music industry. Relentlessly pursuing her dream of singing on stage with a band that is more like family, and for an audience full of amazing and supportive fans, this dream has driven her to get back up and dust herself off whenever this uncharted path knocked her down. And her determination has paid off!
With 5 albums under her belt, she is about to release her latest project “Wedding Day”. A single penned by Chris Thorstienson, Dave Wasyliw, and Murray Pulver.
“It’s a song I am extremely proud of says Kimberley, one of my best to date.”
Named Aboriginal Performer of the year at the 2015 MCMA's Kimberly has been graced with awards like CBC Rising Star Award, Best Produced Album, Keeper of the Spirit Award, and Country Album of the Year, and Aboriginal Performer of the year just to name a few.
She's also honoured to have shared the stage with some of the biggest country music stars of today including, Carrie Underwood, Reba, Randy Houser, Florida Georgia Line, Thompson Square, Doc Walker, Ray St Germain, Randy Bachman, and Charlie Major.
https://twitter.com/KimberleyDawn07
https://www.facebook.com/kimberley.dawn
https://www.instagram.com/kimberleydawnmusic/
Tuesday Apr 07, 2020
Tuesday Apr 07, 2020
this week Jamie warren is my guest. We talk about his new single, his love hate of the new Tim Horton's coffee lid, how he met the the Nitty Gritty dirt Band and more.
Jamie Warren is generally regarded as the most awarded independent country artist in Canada (Junos, CCMA’s and OCMA’s) Over the years he has released 56 singles from 8 studio albums, including a Greatest Hits in 2004.
Jamie’s new single “The Secret To Life” is the second release from his new upcoming 9th CD, due out this Spring.
Check out:
https://jamiewarren.com/
https://www.facebook.com/jamiewarren.official/
https://twitter.com/jamie_warren?lang=en
https://www.instagram.com/jamiewarren.official/?hl=en
https://open.spotify.com/artist/0iAGWT0dhoaYg8Ie8SdjOW
https://music.apple.com/ca/album/all-of-the-above/1438957655
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9R5iXJ5G46AVhejipOQi_g
Tuesday Mar 31, 2020
Tuesday Mar 31, 2020
This week I had the pleasure of chatting with Duane Steel, when he was in town for the #rednecktour
Born and raised in northern Alberta, Duane Steele grew up listening to and absorbing the music of the rural landscape that included Country music, Folk music, a pinch of Blues and yes, good old Rock n’ Roll.
Having a recording career for the past 24 years as a mainstay on the Country Music scene in Canada, including 8 albums and 10 videos 2 albums of which were released through Mercury Records Canada, Duane Steele has always been firmly in touch with where he comes from as a singer, songwriter and musician.
In March of 2017 Duane took on a project very near and dear to his heart. The Legend of George Jones is a musical walk through the life and times of arguably the greatest Country Music singer ever, “George Jones”. Recording a live album of favourite songs culled from the show and touring throughout all of 2017-2018 has been an absolute thrill and honour.
Duane is currently working on an album of new original material with Producer Louis Sedmak and is looking forward to sharing some new music with his fans in 2019-2020.
His brand new single “Blue Collar Palace” written and co-produced with his long-time friend Gord Bamford and featuring Gord as well, goes to Country Radio just days prior to embarking on a multi -city Tour with Gord Bamford and Jess Moskalukes’ “RedNeck Tour”.
http://duanesteele.com/
https://twitter.com/duanesteele
https://www.youtube.com/user/duanesteele
https://www.instagram.com/duane_steele/
Monday Mar 23, 2020
Monday Mar 23, 2020
This week I chat with Rod Black.
A song for the times we are facing today.
For 2020, Rod Black has teamed up with Producer/Writer Jeff Johnson who is a 2017 CCMA award winner (Producer of the year) and a 5-time BC Country Music Association award winning Producer. The first release for 2020 titled “Walk On” was co-written by Black and Johnson. The duo has seen major success previously as co-writers with US Billboard charting rock group Jet Black Stare which got signed by industry mogul L.A. Reid to a million-dollar contract with Island/Def Jam New York. The pair also wrote the top 20 Billboard Country song “Keeping On” in 2014 which Jeff Johnson also Produced.
In 2019, Rod Black finish the year very strong with the single “Good Times” which was produced by Dan Swinimer and co-written by Rod Black, Chris Labelle (Rivertown Saints) and Dan Swinimer. The song was released in July and quickly hit #1 on SiriusXM Canada in less than 3 weeks following the release. Good Times stayed at #1 for an incredible 20+ weeks. Rod was also nominated for Male Artist of The Year at the BC Country Music Awards.
In 2018, Bristol Records released Black’s top 20 Canadian Billboard single, “Keepin’ On”, to the US market. This proved to be successful as it reached top 80 on the US Country Music Row Charts. Black spent all of 2018 touring with his labelmates throughout the United States which included Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Tennessee, Georgia and Florida. They also performed in parts of Canada. Rod has shared the stage with country acts such as Dierks Bentley, Chris Young, Dallas Smith, Meghan Patrick, as well as national rock artists Three Doors Down, Stained & Shinedown.
In 2017, Black got the attention of Bristol Records who receive worldwide distribution through SONY/The Orchard. Bristol Records quickly signed him to a multi-year contract. Black’s stage presence and his experience with touring is second to none, while his drive and passion for music is simply unstoppable.
Prior to signing with Bristol Records, Rod Black spent a number of years living between Nashville and Texas following the success of “Keepin’ On”. Black spent his time there working with some of the most accredited producers and songwriters, while developing his songwriting skills. www.rodblackcountry.rocks