CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen has a chance to chat with country music newcomer, Logan Mize!

Kansas native, and Sirius XM’s The Highway’s ‘Highway Find,’ Logan Mize, shares with us his heartland-country-rocker sound, and the story behind his single, ‘Used Up,’ that had Leann Rimes and Little Big Town showing him the twitter love.

Logan tells us about the songs on his debut national CD, ‘Nobody in Nashville,’ and his tour with Leann Rimes. He’s opened for Lady Antebellum, The Band Perry, Eric Church and Dierks Bentley to name a few, and we’re sure it’s only a matter of time before he’s headlining his own national tour. Be sure to check out his current single, “Can’t Get Away From A Good Time,” here!

Check out the exclusive interview with Logan Mize, here!

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CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen has a chance to chat with country music duo, The Banner Days!

Made up of Bradford Loomis and Beth Whitney, The Banner Days is a new country duo with an amazingly haunting country-folk sound. The blend of Loomis and Whitney’s voices is sure to impress, and even resembles the sound of The Civil Wars.

Loomis and Whitney share the story behind how they first came together on this project, the meanings behind the songs, and what fans can expect from their debut album.

Check out the exclusive interview with The Banner Days, here!

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CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen has a chance to chat with Swedish country music artist, Hicks!

Hicks tells us about his early start in the music industry, and how despite his success in other genres, he kept being pulled back to his country roots. He shares his love for songwriting, and how he’s proven all of the skeptics wrong. In late June 2014, Hicks released “Hayride,”  his first official US radio single release on MTS Records.

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CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen has a chance to chat with Canadian country music artist, Alyssa Morrissey!

Peterborough native, Alyssa, tells us about her early start in the music industry, the soulful and unique sound on her new album, “Way to Go,” and about how a concert at the age of three inspired her musical journey.

You can catch Alyssa Morrissey performing on Thursday July 24 at the 2014 Capital Country Fest in Port Hope, and on Friday August 1 on the Front Porch Stage at the Boots and Hearts Music Festival in Bowmanville.

Check out the exclusive interview with Alyssa Morrissey, here!

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While down in Nashville for the CMA Fan Fest, CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen had a chance to chat with country music singer/songwriter, Hannah Bethel!

Roughly one year after our last chat with Hannah, she was able to fill us in on the details of her upcoming album, featuring 8 original songs, and a new fun vibe. Hannah also talks about the music video for her song, ‘If I Don’t Love You Anymore,” and her crazy summer touring schedule.

Be on the lookout for Hannah’s new album available late summer/early fall.

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CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen has a chance to chat with country music recording artist, Chris Lane!

North Carolina native, Chris Lane, tells us about his defining moment in music, the recording of his new EP, and his experience opening for Florida Georgia Line!

Chris also talks about the advice he’s received as an opening act for The Band Perry, Chris Young, Brantley Gilbert and Lee Brice. Be sure to check out Chris’ new single, “Broken Windshield View,” available on iTunes.

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CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen has a chance to chat with country music recording artist, Nigel Barker from the band, Cowboy Hat!

A veteran of the music industry, Nigel Barker is back with his new musical project, Cowboy Hat. After working with Elton John and Japan, Nigel shares his excitement to be back in the music industry with his new album, A History of the American West and Other Stories. 

Check out the exclusive interview with Nigel Barker of Cowboy Hat, here!

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CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen has a chance to chat with Andy Ross, Host of ‘Maximum Archery’ on the Sportsman Channel!

Andy Ross is the epitome of an entrepreneur. He’s the host of ‘Maximum Archery,’ a musician and guitar player, and businessman.

Andy talks about the success of his show, and his evolving music career.

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CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen has a chance to chat with Canadian country music artist, Shawn Meehan, from Me and Mae!

The British Columbia native shares his excitement about his band’s debut album, “Off The Rails,” available May 13, 2014! Shawn shares the unique story behind how the band got together, the meaning behind their name, and the eclectic mix of influences that make up the sound of the album.

Check out the exclusive interview with Shawn from Me and Mae, here!

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CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen has a chance to chat with Canadian country music recording artist, Leah Daniels!

On the heels of the upcoming CMAO Awards, Leah shares her excitement about being nominated for the ‘Rising Star Award.’ Leah talks about her current music, why she decided to quit school to pursue her dream, and what fans can expect to hear from her this coming fall!

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