Raihanna Estrada: Take Me Back

Raihanna EstradaCMJ’s Patrice Whiffen has a chance to chat with country music newcomer, Raihanna Estrada!

Raihanna talks about her new EP, Take Me Back, along with how she got her start in music rather early in life. Raihanna also shares the details surrounding her upcoming move to Nashville, and about being a crazy cat lady.

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The Rizdales: Blue Ain’t The Word

The RizdalesCMJ’s Patrice Whiffen has a chance to chat with Tom Dunphy of the country music band, The Rizdales!

London, Ontario native, Dunphy, shares with us the story behind The Rizdales. He also talks about the band’s most recent release, ‘Blue Ain’t The Word: A Tribute to the Music of Ray Price.’

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Morgan Riley’s ‘Collage’

Morgan RileyCMJ’s Patrice Whiffen has a chance to chat with country music newcomer, Morgan Riley!

Morgan shares the story behind her start in the country music industry, and what fans can expect from her new album, Collage.

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Kayla Adams’ “Sober & Sorry”

Kayla AdamsCMJ’s Patrice Whiffen has a chance to chat with country music newcomer, Kayla Adams!

Kayla shares with us her unique start in the music industry, her modern rock-country sound and the story behind her new single, ‘Sober & Sorry.’

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Hannah Bethel’s ‘Never Ending Sky’

Hannah Bethel CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen has a chance to chat with one of our favourite country music junkies (not to mention, an incredible singer/songwriter), Hannah Bethel!

Since we caught up with Hannah in Nashville back in June, she’s released her new album, “Never Ending Sky.” Hannah talks about the record, her evolving sound, and the stories behind the music.

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Ashley Barron’s “It Might Get Loud”

Ashley BarronCMJ’s Patrice Whiffen has a chance to chat with country music newcomer, Ashley Barron!

California native, Ashley, talks about her start in country music, and the story behind her upbeat single, “It Might Get Loud.”

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Breelan Angel’s ‘Dirty Little Secrets’

Breelan AngelCMJ’s Patrice Whiffen has a chance to chat with country music newcomer, Breelan Angel!

Breelan talks about her start in country music, and the importance of songwriting in her career. Breelan also shares the stories behind her newly released album, ‘Dirty Little Secrets.’

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Kacey Smith: Singer/Songwriter on the Rise

Kacey SmithCMJ’s Patrice Whiffen has a chance to chat with country music newcomer, Kacey Smith!

Kacey began singing at Church, and has been turning her poems into songs from a very young age. Kacey’s sassy and twangy sound caught the attention of Banner Music, and she shares the details about joining the Banner Music team. Kacey also shares the story behind her single, “Shoulda Known,” and how fans can connect with her online.

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The CMAO’s ‘The Road to Independence Conference’

CMAOCalling all COUNTRY MUSIC JUNKIES! The Country Music Association of Ontario’s conference is priced to ensure that ALL artists CAN afford to participate.  The Conference will feature knowledgeable panellists and keynote speakers.  All panels and workshops will be interactive to ensure delegates can connect with key members of the music industry. This conference, while focused on country music, will be relevant to many other genres of music.

Panels and workshops will cover vocal technique, audio production, the business of music, a mock radio station music meeting, marketing and promotion, funding, etc. There will also be a showcasing opportunity.

Already confirmed to participate as speakers/panellists are:  MDM Recordings President Mike Denney; Nashville music publisher, songwriting guru and former ASCAP VP Ralph Murphy; Canada’s vocal coach to the stars, Elaine Overholt; Canadian Country Spotlight’s Stephen Parker; Media Guru Cliff Dumas; Strut Entertainment’s Samantha Pickard, and more! More details to follow over the next couple weeks.

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Melissa Lynn ‘Plays It Cool’

Melissa LynnCMJ’s Patrice Whiffen has a chance to chat with country music newcomer, Melissa Lynn!

Melissa began writing songs at the age of eight, and has focused on developing her career in country music ever since. Over the years her songwriting and sound have evolved, and Melissa shares her excitement over the launch of her new 3-song EP  to be released soon.

Melissa also shares the story behind her singles, “For Granted,” and “Play It Cool.”

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