Morgan Riley’s “Down South”

Morgan Riley

CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen catches up with country music artist, Morgan Riley!

Morgan talks about her new single, “Down South,” along with what fans can expect from a live show. She also shares an update on what fans can expect from her next!

To find out more about Morgan Riley visit: http://www.morganrileycountry.com/

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Catching Up with the 2015 CCMA Rising Star Award Winner, Madeline Merlo

MadelineMerloCMJ’s Patrice Whiffen catches up with 2015 CCMA Rising Star Award Winner, Madeline Merlo!

Madeline talks about her new single, “Honey Jack,” along with her upcoming tour with Paul Brandt and Dean Brody. She also shares the story behind her upcoming country musical, ‘Country Crush,’ and the details behind her new CMT.ca video series, ‘Decades.’

To find out more about Madeline Merlo visit: http://www.madelinemerlo.com/

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Catching Up with Jess Moskaluke at Lucknow’s Music In The Fields 2015

IMG_5944CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen catches up with 2014 CCMA Female Artist of the Year, Jess Moskaluke!

Jess talks about her nominations at this year’s CCMAs coming up this weekend in Halifax, along with her new song with Paul Brandt, and what it was like touring with Chad Brownlee and Bobby Wills.

To find out more about Jess Moskaluke visit: http://jessmoskaluke.com/

Check out the exclusive video interview with Jess Moskaluke, here!

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There are ‘No Boundaries’ for Country Newcomer, Steve Rivers

Steve-Rivers_0.preview-smallCMJ’s Patrice Whiffen catches up with country music singer/songwriter, Steve Rivers!

Steve talks about how an internship at a recording studio in Nashville really launched his musical career. He also shares the stories behind his new album, No Boundaries, and what fans can expect to hear from his second project.

To find out more about Steve Rivers visit: http://steverivers.com/

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Adley Stump’s ‘Like This’

LIKE THIS DELUXE COVER HIGHRES1600CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen catches up with country newcomer, Adley Stump!

Adley talks about beginning her musical journey on the hit show, The Voice; the platform that really launched her career. She hasn’t slowed down since, having just released her new album, “Like This.” Adley also talks about being a feature performer on The Miss USA Pageant, and her involvement with ‘How They Sell Music,’ a new best-selling book.

To find out more about Adley Stump visit: www.adleystump.com

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Kate Todd’s “Anywhere With You”

100_2690 PSCMJ’s Patrice Whiffen catches up with country singer-songwriter, Kate Todd!

Kate talks about her new album, “Anywhere With You,” and the evolution in her sound that fans can expect to hear. She also talks about her busy touring schedule, and what she has planned for the rest of 2015! To find out more about Kate Todd visit: http://www.katetodd.com/

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Cory Marquardt’s “This Man” is NOW AVAILABLE!

This Man Album ArtWe’re pleased to announce that our friend, Canadian country music newcomer, Cory Marquardt has released his new single, “This Man.” You can catch Cory live in concert at the CNE in Toronto from August 27 – 29th.

Check out his website, here:

http://corymarquardt.com/

Click here to check out the lyric video for “This Man.”

More About Cory Marquardt…

As one of the most dynamic and interesting new country music talents, CoryMarquardt possesses a singing voice that is second to none, a songwriting talent as big as his size, and the swagger of a seasoned rock star. He was named the 2012 Havelock Country Jamboree Showdown winner and has since performed at major festivals including the Kipawa Country Fest and The Truck Rodeo in Quebec. Marquardt opened for rock legend Brian Howe (Bad Company), Marty Stewart, Leroy Vandyk, Mark Chestnut and Blue Rodeo. Most recently he wrapped a nationwide tour with Aaron Pritchett and King & Cash titles Outlaws & Outsiders.

Introducing: Billy Grima

Billy Grima - Rockpile 3CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen catches up with country-pop singer-songwriter, Billy Grima!

Billy talks about moving from Australia to Canada, and how his music career evolved. He also talks about his country-pop-Americana sound, and the stories behind his music. His current album, “Sugar and Cream” is available here!

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Checking In With Hicks

231084_220840311261534_5933813_n 2CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen catches up with Sweden native, and country music singer-songwriter, Hicks!

Hicks talks about his most recent accolades, and his new single, “I Belong To You.” He also talks about his plans to head back to Nashville to finish up his new album, due out this fall.

To check out more about Hicks, or to purchase his music, click here!

Check out the exclusive interview with Hicks, here!

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Introducing Ontario’s own, Big Tobacco and The Pickers

band-photo-with-filtersCMJ’s Patrice Whiffen catches up with Jamie from the country music band, Big Tobacco and The Pickers!

Jamie talks about the band’s unique country sound and their influences. He also describes their new album, “The King is Gone,’ and what fans can expect from a live show.

To check out more about Big Tobacco and The Pickers, or to purchase their music, click here!

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