Catching up with Nathan King

Nathan KingCMJ’s Patrice Whiffen chats with country music artist, Nathan King!

West Virginia native, Nathan King, talks about his transition into country music, from the work of rock and heavy metal. Nathan also talks about his new single, “Heaven Tonight,” and how fans can connect with him online.

For more information about Nathan King, or to check out his new tune, visit his website here: http://www.nathankingmusic.net

To listen to the exclusive interview with Nathan King, click here!

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THE COUNTRY MUSIC ASSOCIATION OF ONTARIO ANNOUNCES THE 2017 CMAONTARIO AWARD NOMINEES

THE COUNTRY MUSIC ASSOCIATION OF ONTARIO ANNOUNCES THE 2017 CMAONTARIO AWARD NOMINEES

The Country Music Association of Ontario (CMAOntario) is pleased to announce the nominees for the fifth annual CMAOntario Awards. Presented by Slaight Music, with support from the Ontario Media Development Corporation, the awards recognize the talent and achievements of Ontario’s country music industry across 16 categories. Meghan Patrick leads the pack with seven nominations while James Barker Band, River Town Saints, Jessica Mitchell, Cold Creek County, Jason Blaine, Tim Hicks and The Abrams are among the multiple nominees being honoured at the ceremony on Sunday, June 11th at Centennial Hall in London, Ontario. See the full nominees listing for the 2017 CMAOntario Awards below.

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Anthony Tullo Releases “Gasoline”

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Oakville, ON native, Anthony, talks about his new single, “Gasoline,” a tune off his sophomore album, Rebel With A Song. Anthony talks about his start in country music, his unique sound, and how to best connect with him online. Anthony will be headlining a show with fellow Oakville native, Nicole Rayy, at Le Dome in Oakville on May 5, 2017.

For more information about Anthony Tullo, or to check out his new tune, visit his website here: http://www.anthonytullo.com/

To listen to the exclusive interview with Anthony Tullo, click here!

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Eric Ethridge Releases ‘Liquor’s Callin’ The Shots’

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Sarnia, ON native, Eric, talks about his debut single, “Liquor’s Callin’ The Shots,” a fun and upbeat tune that is in response to a breakup. The 2016 CCMA Discovery Program winner talks about the program’s process, and how honoured he was to win this past September. Eric also talks about sharing the stage with country greats Eric Church, Thomas Rhett and Brett Kissel, in addition to a cool story from TJ Osbourne of Brothers Osbourne.

For more information about Eric Ethridge, or to check out his new tune, visit his website here: http://www.ericethridge.com/

To listen to the exclusive interview with Eric Ethridge, click here!

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Saints Eleven Releases ‘Coming Back Around’

unnamed (1)Hailing from Dallas, Texas, Saints Eleven brings a new take to Americana, country, blues, rock and bluegrass.

CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen chats with the band’s lead singer, Jeff Grossman, who talks about how the band first got started, and where they got their name. Jeff also talks about the band’s new album, “Coming Back Around,” and what fans can expect from the stories and the sound.

For more information on Saints Eleven, check out their website here: https://saintseleven.com/

To listen to the exclusive interview with Jeff from Saints Eleven, click here!

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Nice Horse releases ‘A Little Unstable’

Nice Horse 1 CREDIT Matt BarnesCMJ’s Patrice Whiffen chats with country music artist, Kaley Debra, of Nice Horse!

Kaley talks about how this kickass country band first got together, and how they got their unique name! She also talks about their sassy sound, and affection for horse puns. Nice Horse recently released their debut EP, A Little Unstable, and we highly recommend you check it out!

For more information on Nice Horse, check out their website here: http://www.nicehorsemusic.com/

To listen to the exclusive interview with Kaley from Nice Horse, click here!

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Rosemary & the Sweet Sound Revival

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Rosemary talks about her extensive performance experience, including playing at the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City, and Carnegie Hall in New York. She also talks about her unique transition from fiddle player to country music artist. Rosemary talks about her new album Plum Coulee My Home, along with the stories that fans can expect to hear.

For more information on Rosemary & the Sweet Sound Revival, check out her website here: https://rosemarysiemens.me/

To listen to the exclusive interview with Rosemary, click here!

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Madeline Merlo makes film debut in ‘Country Crush’

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CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen chats with country music singer-songwriter and actress, Madeline Merlo!

Madeline talks about her film debut in the upcoming, Country Crush, to be released on March 14, 2017. She talks about film’s characters and what it was like acting alongside fellow country musician, Jana Kramer. Madeline’s two singles, Alive and Crush, will be featured on the film’s soundtrack out on March 10, 2017.  Continue reading

Straight Outta Houston – Charlie and The Regrets

charlie-the-regretsCMJ’s Patrice Whiffen chats with country music band from Houston, Texas – Charlie and The Regrets!

Charlie explains how the band got its name, and how they decided to make music a career. He talks about their first full length album, Rivers in the Streets, and the stories fans can explain to hear. Charlie talks about the story behind their current single, Time Moves Slow, and how fans can connect with the band.

To find out more about the Charlie and The Regrets, visit:

https://www.charlieandtheregrets.com/

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Hunter Brothers to Release New Album, Getaway

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CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen chats with country music band from Shaunavon, SK – Hunter Brothers!

Ty Hunter, one of five Hunters in the band, talks about how the brothers decided to make country music a career. He shares the inside scoop behind the band’s debut single, El Dorado, and teases some of the stories fans can expect off the new record, “Getaway;” out March 3, 2017. Ty talks about working closely with Brad Rempel of High Valley, and how fans can connect with the brothers on social media.

To find out more about the Hunter Brothers, visit:

http://hunterbrothers.com/

To check out the video for Getaway, click here!

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