Southern Alberta country/roots outfit, The Blake Reid Band will play their debut show in Toronto next week on Tuesday November 7 at Adelaide Hall in support of their multi-award winning music documentary No Roads In. The film takes the viewer on a musical journey like none other – Standing empty for almost 80 years, in the middle of a thousand acres of prairie wheat field, a long-forgotten farmstead came back to life and helped captured the love, laughter and raw energy of 13 songs recorded live-off-the-floor over the span of just 5 days. 

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CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen chats with country music singer-songwriter, Andrea Nixon!

Edmonton native, Andrea Nixon, talks about her start in country music, and how her husband inspired her to follow her dream of being an musician. She talks about her new album, ‘Diary of a Housewife,’ and shares the stories that fans can expect to hear. Andrea describes her unique sound, and passion for writing songs that are authentic to her life and those she meets. For more information about Andrea Nixon, or to check out her new album, click here!

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CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen chats with country music singer-songwriter, Jade Turner!

Manitoba native, Jade Turner, talks about her start in country music, and what fans can expect from her sophomore album, North Country. Jade also talks about the story behind her current single, ‘Maybe It’s You,’ along with how fans can connect with her on social media.  For more information about Jade Turner, or to check out her new album, click here

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CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen chats with country music singer-songwriter, Matt Patershuk!

Matt talks about his new record, ‘Same As I Ever Have Been,’ which was released on October 6, 2017. Matt talks about his Americana vibe in both his songwriting and sound. Matt shares his excitement for his upcoming tour, and how you can connect with him online. For more information about Matt Patershuk, or to check out his new album, click here!

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CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen chats with country music singer-songwriter, Maddison Krebs!

Maddison talks about her new single, ‘Live For Love,’ which was released on September 8. The Alberta native talks about her start in country music, along with her sound and style. She also talks about her experience with ole’s Red Dot Artist Development Program. For more information about Maddison Krebs, or to check out her new single, click here!

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CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen chats with country music singer-songwriter, Ty Baynton!

Ty talks about his new single, ‘I’ll Never Know,‘ which he released on August 25, 2017. He talks about the story behind the song, and what fans can expect in the coming year. Ty has had the opportunity to open for Blake Shelton, Tim Hicks and Chad Brownlee, and shares with us some advice he’s received from some of country music’s greats. For more information about Ty Baynton, or to check out his new single, click here!

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CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen chats with country music artist, Brian Grilli!

Brian talks about his transition into country music, his connection with Sons of Anarchy, and his single, ‘My Hometown,’ For more information about Brian Grilli, or to check out his new album, CLICK HERE!

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CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen chats with Americana-roots artist, Grant Maloy Smith!

Grant talks about his start in music, and why he was inspired to create an album about the struggles and resilience brought about by the Dust Bowl of the 1930s. His new album, Dust Bowl: American Stories, is a compilation of 13 songs, all providing their own emotional journey surrounding the Dust Bowl. For more information about Grant Maloy Smith, or to check out his new album, CLICK HERE! 

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CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen chats with Canadian country music newcomer, Ashlynne Vince!

Welland, ON native, Ashlynne Vince, talks about her new single, ‘No Boys Allowed,’ which dropped back in the spring. She talks about her experience opening for Brett Kissel at the beginning of this year, along with her upcoming tour schedule. For more information about Ashlynne Vince, or to check out her new single, CLICK HERE! 

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