Introducing: Billy J. White

This week we would like to introduce country music newcomer, Billy J. White! Billy talks about growing up in rural Ontario, Canada and the stories behind the songs on his EP. He’s performing this weekend at the Sound of Music Festival in Burlington, be sure to check him out!

Check out the full interview with CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen, here!

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The 2012 CMA Music Festival – Nashville, Tennessee

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 The CMA Music Festival really is country music’s BIGGEST party! As soon as I arrived in Nashville on Wednesday night, it was obvious that I was in the right place. Surrounded by cowboy boots, country music and thousands of fans, I knew my weekend would be one to remember (or at least try to).

This four-day event is one of the most star-studded experiences for any country music fan.

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Exclusive Interview with Country Newcomer, Brad Becker of ‘Shockwave’

This week we had a chance to catch up with Brad Becker, lead guitarist and vocalist for the new country band, Shockwave.

Brad chatted about the band’s first two original singles, and what will happen when they hit the studio in a few weeks.

Check out Brad’s interview with CMJ’s, Patrice Whiffen, here!

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The Farthings: Country in the UK

This week we caught up with The Farthings, from Suffolk, England.

They talked about making music as a family, their upcoming album and their performance in Nashville with Craig Campbell!

Check out the full interview with CMJ’s Patrice Whiffen, here!

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