It’s no secret that we are big fans of the folks over at Open Road Recordings from the behind the scenes people like Ron, Denny, Lindsay, Mitch as well as the amazing roster of talent. The list of talent that includes the likes of Tim Hicks, Madeline Merlo, River Town Saints, Doc Walker, The Hunter Brothers, Blackjack Billy, The Road Hammers and Dean Brody. It was a great way to kick off a Friday afternoon during CCMA Week in London.
Jason Benoit – All Wanna Party – Boots Session
We had a chance to catch up with Jason Benoit during Boots & Hearts this past summer. He hammered out a killer Mason Jar Session of his new tune All Wanna Party. Check it out below. And don’t forget to request it at Country Radio now.
Hangin’ with Dallas Smith
Dallas Smith has just recently released a new album titled Side Effects. I had a chance to sit down with Dallas while he was in Toronto to chat about the album. Huge thanks to Corus for letting us the fantastic space to do the interview. And don’t miss Dallas at the Norfolk County Fair on October 7th. Or if you are in the mood for a road trip to Halifax for New Years Eve it will be one heck of a party!
Forever Country – The Official Music Video
In celebration of “The 50th Annual CMA Awards,” CMA has created the biggest music video in Country Music history. Titled “Forever Country,” the single and accompanying music video features 30 CMA Award-winning acts.
Endless Summer – Mason Jar Session – Amen For Women
The names Bob & Clint Moffatt may ring a bell from the 90’s. They were 2 of the members of the Canadian group The Moffatt’s well 20 years has almost passed and Bob & Clint have a new project called Endless Summer and they are pretty damn remarkable. I had a chance to sit down and chat with the boys after they nailed a killer Mason Jar Session. Check out the Interview & Session below!
CCMA Awards – John Deere Green Carpet
Well after spending 3 days hunkered down in what might be the best city in Canada for Country Music we have a little something to share. We have the 2nd of our CCMA posts with some great shots of the John Deere Green Carpet. This was our first year having a presence on the carpet with Corey getting a chance to chat with the artists as they walked in. Be sure to check our video of Corey chatting with everyone HERE. However, Bill and James were also able to grab some amazing images of the artists making there way into Bud Gardens in London, Ontario.
Beamer Wigley – Mason Jar Session – Meteorite
We had a chance to have rising Country artist Beamer Wigley join us for a chat and a song while he was in Toronto earlier this week to help promote his debut album Meteorite. Check out my chat with Beamer along with a great acoustic rendition of his single Meteorite.
Tim Hicks – Shake These Walls Review
Tim Hicks has been collecting fans across the great white north over the last 15+ years playing dive bars to arenas. On September 9th Tim releases his 3rd full length album Shake These Walls. We had a chance to listen to the album and damn, this one is crankin’ it up another notch. I remember chatting with Tim at Boots and Hearts and him stating that he co-wrote every song on the album which today is a tough sell to labels as they try and usually sneak in a couple outside songs. It’s so cool to witness that next step for an artists like Hicks.
Tristan Horncastle – Long As I’m Alive – Mason Jar Session
We had a chance to nail down East Coast native and Royalty Records recording artist Tristan Horncastle for a Mason Jar Session while he was in Ontario in August. If you haven’t had a chance to hear this guy yet be sure to check out his new single Long As I’m Alive stripped down for our Sessions… #SongsAreOurStories
Killer Send Off to Summer @ Lucknow MITF
That’s a wrap. WOW, not really sure if there is a better way to say goodbye to the summer of 2016. With over 8 high profile country music festivals in Ontario this summer I can honestly say that Lucknow Music In The Fields wins top spot in my books. Before I dealve into the music side of things lets just touch on the people behind the festival that make such an incredible event happen.
