The Country Music Association of Ontario Awards – The Results are In!

An Electrifying Night of Country Music!
Winners of The 2015 CMAO Awards

The Flato Markham Theatre was the scene of an electrifying night of country music on Monday evening for the 3rd Annual Country Music Association of Ontario (CMAO) Awards, presented by Slaight Music. The Awards Show was hosted by the Road Hammers’ Jason McCoy for the 2nd year in a row and he skillfully entertained the sold-out room, packed to the rafters with the best country music talent in Ontario.

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SnakeBite’s “My Road”

SnakeBiteCMJ’s Patrice Whiffen has a chance to catch up with Marty from SnakeBite!

Marty talks about the process behind developing their new album, “My Road.”  He shares the stories behind the music, in addition to a personal story involving one of his favourite tunes. To check out more about SnakeBite, or pre-order their new album, click here!

Check out the exclusive interview with Marty of SnakeBite, here!

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Catching Up With Matt Farris

mattfarris3CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen has a chance to catch up with singer/songwriter, Matt Farris!

Matt shares the story behind his start in the country music business, and how things evolved quickly. He shares his love of performing, and his excitement for opening for Jason Aldean, Tyler Farr, and Blake Shelton.  Matt’s current single, “She’s Done,” is climbing the radio charts, and is available for download here!

Check out the exclusive interview with Matt Farris, here!

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Abbey Hirvela’s ‘The Start’

Abbey HirvelaCMJ’s Patrice Whiffen has a chance to catch up with singer/songwriter, Abbey Hirvela!

The 16 year old from Montgomery, Texas talks about her very young start in the country music industry, and how her songs are relatable to listeners of all ages. Abbey also talks about the stories behind the songs off of her 7-song debut EP.

To find out more about Abbey, click here!

Check out the exclusive interview with Abbey Hirvela, here!

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