Today, country music’s fastest-rising star Shawn Austin kicks off 2023 with Old Dominion ''No Bad Vibes'' Tour. Shawn Austin will be performing the Canadian dates of the tour alongside Steven Lee Olson and Frank Ray.
Austin has just come off of his best year to date with his debut EP, Planes Don’t Wait. The debut EP was released on June 29, 2022. The 7 track EP is chalked full of hits and has laid the foundation for what is to come from the Vancouverite as he steps into the next chapter of his burgeoning career.
“I was blown away by the fans’ reaction to my last single,” said Austin. “It was, by far, the fastest charting and climbing single I’ve ever released and I’m so excited that we’re following it up with the announcement of my debut EP with Local Hay Records. This is just the beginning of what we have in store for everyone, so get ready!”
Produced by Scott Cooke, the 7-track collection includes Austin’s collaboration with Chris Lane, “Tailgate To Heaven,” in addition to other fan-favourites “Get You”, title track “Planes Don’t Wait,” and his latest single ''Slip.''
''We have only just begun to see what Shawn Austin is capable of. It has been really exciting to watch Austin's musical journey and see his growth as a singer/songwriter. Austin is so talented at his craft and he has worked so hard for his place in country music. He understands what it takes to succeed in this industry and his star is going to keep on climbing. Everyone better buckle up!!! We are on one hell of a ride with this artist.''
“In our world, a lot of people are as passionate about what machinery or truck they drive as they are about almost anything in life. We feel that as a result of growing up in this environment, we would be remiss not to write a song that speaks to this fun-loving banter.” Hunter Brothers
Upon release of their new single 'What Colour You Drive', the song received features from key DSP playlists including Spotify's Live Country, New Music Friday Canada, New Music Friday Country, Apple Music's Lil Bit Country, Country Wide, Back Porch Country, Canada's Country, New Music Daily, Country Caffeine, Today's Country, New In Country, Amazon Music's Fresh Country, Poppin' Country, Just North of Nashville and YouTube Music's The New Crop, RELEASED, Big Country, Canadian Country Moment + more!
The track will be included on their upcoming EP set for release in early 2023. Keep an eye out for the EP announcement, headline tour dates for next year + more.
Real life brothers, J.J., Dusty, Luke, Brock, and Ty, are no strangers to hard work, perseverance, and discipline. Life on a family farm wasn’t always easy, but the brothers attribute much of their success to their rural upbringing in a home dedicated to faith, music, and sport. With over 61 million video & audio streams to date, Hunter Brothers have amassed a large volume of industry credibility in a record amount of time, including multiple CCMA Award nominations, JUNO Award nominations and SCMA Award wins.
Hunter Brothers' third studio album, Been A Minute, is a compilation of their signature harmonies and up-tempo hits which delve into the heart of the times the world is presently walking through. Their sophomore album, State of Mind, was released in 2019 and remained the #1 selling country album for four consecutive weeks following its release. “Lost” (their first #1 single at country radio), “Those Were the Nights” (from their debut album Getaway) and their Top 10 smash hit “Born and Raised” have all been certified Gold in Canada. In 2020, Hunter Brothers were the #3 most played Group or Duo on country radio in Canada. Known for their energetic and entertaining live shows, the group has played major country festivals in Canada and the U.S. and toured with country icon Paul Brandt.
''The Hunter Brothers are so talented with their signature pitch-perfect harmonies and their crazy talent to deliver songs that go right for the heart,'' says Kim Cyr, Editor in Chief for NOW and THEN Magazine, radio host, and host for the International Music's Journey Show.
''There is a connection that the Hunter Brothers have with their fans that is so special. A big part of that connection relates to how humble, genuine, and kind they all are. Their songwriting and music inspire and lift your spirits helping us all to remember the importance of human connection.''
''I had the chance to chat with lead vocalist Ty Hunter. We chatted about family values, life on the farm, faith, and the impact of family core values on their lives. We talked about so many things that make these 5 brothers so special. I have become such a fan of these incredibly talented brothers because they are not afraid to write about real-life issues, whether it is a personal struggle or struggles they see around them. They care from the deepest parts of their souls with everything they release in music. They connect with their lyrics and music reminding us all to embrace life with everything we have. The joy, love and values of what life truly is all about. It is refreshing to see artists like the Hunter Brothers so full of life and what you see is exactly who they are.''
''We are going to be seeing big things from the Hunter Brothers. Their star is going to keep growing brighter and brighter. I am so excited about their upcoming high-energy live shows and their new EP slated for release this summer.''
You will never guess what Ty's best most useless talent is...check it out by clicking on the link below.
Acclaimed rock band Nickelback announced the upcoming 2023 Get Rollin’ Tour, in support of their most recent 10th studio album, Get Rollin’. Produced by Live Nation, the massive run will hit 38 cities this summer, kicking off on Monday, June 12 in Quebec City, QC at Videotron Centre, with stops across North America in Montreal, Calgary, Edmonton, Vancouver, Los Angeles, Chicago, Boston, Nashville and more before wrapping up on Wednesday, August 30 in Belmont Park, NY at UBS Arena. Renowned country rocker Brantley Gilbert joins the band on all non-festival dates along with rising country artist Josh Ross.
VIP: Fans can also purchase VIP Packages, which may include premium tickets, invitation to the pre-show High Times VIP Lounge, specially designed Nickelback gift item, early entry into the venue & more. For more information, visit vipnation.com.
Nickelback’s first album in five years, Get Rollin’ was released on November 18, 2022, via BMG and debuted at #2 across the Current Rock, Alternative, Hard Music, and Digital Album charts. The record also landed on the ARIA Album Chart at #3 and in the Top 10 in the UK, Canada, Germany, Australia, and Austria. Additionally, Get Rollin’ debuted at #1 in Switzerland, a career first for the band. The highly acclaimed new album is a thrilling soundscape of adventure, nostalgia, and emotional exploration. With the new record, Nickelback continues their incomparable legacy as “one of rock’s biggest-ever bands,” as noted by KERRANG, and furthering their legacy is set to be inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame at the JUNO Awards on March 13, 2023.
Nickelback - Those Days (Official Music Video)
GET ROLLIN’ 2023 TOUR DATES:
Mon Jun 12 – Quebec City, QC – Videotron Centre
Wed Jun 14 – Montreal, QC – Bell Centre
Fri Jun 16 – Grand Rapids, MI – Van Andel Arena
Fri Jun 17 – Bloomington, IL – Tailgate N' Tall Boys ^
Tue Jun 20 – Winnipeg, MB – Canada Life Centre
Thu Jun 22 – Saskatoon, SK – SaskTel Centre
Sat Jun 24 – Edmonton, AB – Rogers Place
Sun Jun 25 – Calgary, AB – Scotiabank Saddledome
Wed Jun 28 – Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena
Fri Jun 30 – Auburn, WA – White River Amphitheatre
Sat Jul 01 – Ridgefield, WA – RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater
Thu Jul 06 – Salt Lake City, UT – USANA Amphitheatre
Sat Jul 08 – Wheatland, CA – Toyota Amphitheatre
Sun Jul 09 – Mountain View, CA – Shoreline Amphitheatre
Wed Jul 12 – Phoenix, AZ – Footprint Center
Fri Jul 14 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum
Sat Jul 15 – Las Vegas, NV – T-Mobile Arena
Tue Jul 18 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena
Thu Jul 20 – Rogers, AR – Walmart AMP
Sat Jul 22 – Dallas, TX – Dos Equis Pavillion
Sun Jul 23 – The Woodlands, TX – Cynthia Woods Mitchel Pavilion
Sat Jul 29 – Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre
Sun Jul 30 – Alpharetta, GA – Ameris Bank Amphitheater
Tue Aug 01 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena
Thu Aug 03 – St. Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
Sat Aug 05 – Milwaukee, WI – American Family Insurance Amphitheater
Mon Aug 07 – St. Paul, MN – Xcel Energy Center
Wed Aug 09 – Cuyahoga Falls, OH – Blossom Music Center
Fri Aug 11 – Oro-Medonte, ON – Boots and Hearts Music Festival ^
Sun Aug 13 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theater
Wed Aug 16 – Darien Center, NY – Darien Lake Amphitheater
Fri Aug 18 – Tinley Park, IL – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
Sat Aug 19 – Noblesville, IN – Ruoff Music Center
Tue Aug 22 – Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center
Thu Aug 24 – Bangor, ME – Maine Savings Amphitheater
Sat Aug 26 – Bristow, VA – Jiffy Lube Live
Sun Aug 27 – Hershey, PA – Hersheypark Stadium
Wed Aug 30 – Belmont Park, NY – UBS Arena
Photo by Richard Beland
About Nickelback
Named the “most successful rock band of the decade” by Billboard in 2009, Nickelback is one of the most commercially viable and important acts of the past two decades. The four-piece, comprised of Chad Kroeger, Mike Kroeger, Ryan Peake, and Daniel Adair, is globally celebrated for their career defining and award-winning hits including “How You Remind Me,” “Photograph,” “Far Away” and “Rockstar” which all held top spots on the Billboard 100. Their success includes worldwide sales of more than 50-million units, solidifying their status as one of the top-selling acts of all time and the second best-selling foreign act in the U.S., in the 2000’s decade, behind only The Beatles. Their inescapable and irresistible smash “How You Remind Me” was named Billboard’s ‘Top Rock Song of the Decade’. It was the number-one most played song on U.S. radio (any format) in the 2000’s decade according to Nielsen Soundscan, with over 1.2 million spins.
Amongst all of these accolades, they’ve also been named Billboard’s “Top Rock Group of the Decade” and received nine Grammy Award nominations, three American Music Awards, a World Music Award, a People’s Choice Award, twelve JUNO Awards, seven MuchMusic Video Awards, and have been inducted into Canada’s Walk of Fame (2007). With more than 23 chart-topping singles and fans spanning the globe, Nickelback boasts twelve consecutive sold-out world tours, playing to well over 10-million diehard and adoring fans. In March 2023 Nickelback will be inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame at the JUNO Awards.
With back-to-back Platinum albums and a grassroots following millions strong, Brantley Gilbert’s music has been shared, covered and adopted as the soundtrack to Saturday night and Sunday morning by audiences around the world. The Georgia native who started as the defiant life-of-the-party can still go ‘til sunrise, but he’s also emerged as something far greater: the leader of a massive tribe of hard-working, fun-loving believers for whom electric guitar-shredding, rapping, and twang can go hand-in-hand-in-hand. They call themselves the BG Nation, and when the BG Nation watches Gilbert on a stage, they don’t just see a star. They see themselves. Seven No. 1 hits punctuate his career: “Country Must be Country Wide,” “You Don’t Know Her Like I Do,” CMA Awards Song of the Year nominee “Dirt Road Anthem,” “My Kinda Party,” RIAA 5x Platinum-certified “Bottoms Up,” “One Hell of an Amen” and collaboration with Lindsay Ell “What Happens In A Small Town.” Gilbert’s landmark record Just As I Am clinched the 2014 American Music Award for Favorite Country Album. Earning praise from the New York Times, NPR, American Songwriter, and more, Gilbert has mined a rich vein of conflict between the party and the pew on all of his albums. Instead of toiling in limbo, unable to enjoy good times for fear of Judgment Day, Gilbert fully lives––rowdy friend, man of faith, devoted husband, smitten father––just as he is. Gilbert’s new album, So Help Me God, includes his latest single “Heaven By Then” with Blake Shelton and featuring Vince Gill, and is available now.
For more information on Brantley Gilbert, please visit:
Josh Ross debuted with his independently released Top 5 chart-topping cathartic ballad on romantic losses, "First Taste Of Gone”. In 2022, Ross celebrated his major label signing to Universal Music Canada along with his management team signing to The Core Entertainment. Often writing from personal experience, Ross has delivered versatile lyrics throughout his collection of songs. Recently he shared his live sessions of “First Taste of Gone,” “On A Different Night,” and his TikTok fan favorite cover of The Goo Goo Dolls’ “Iris,” garnering over 32.1 million global streams, the CCMA Rising Star nominated singer-songwriter continues to impact an international music stage. In November 2022, Ross joined Jordan Davis, and Tyler Hubbard of Florida Georgia Line for a one-time-only performance at the 109th Grey Cup (Canada). In January 2023, Ross joined Bailey Zimmerman in Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina for three sold-out shows. Ross continues to carve out his place in Country music across the nation with chart-topping music releases and performances on both sides of the border.
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Sponsorship. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com.
Griffen Palmer Signs with Big Loud Records | Image by Brayln Kelly
PHOTO (L-R): Back Row – Kris Wiatr (President, Wiatr & Associates), Stacy Blythe (SVP of Promotion, Big Loud Records), Patch Culbertson(GM/SVP, Big Loud Records), Griffen Palmer, Shannon McNevan (CEO, Starseed Entertainment), Candice Watkins (SVP of Marketing, Big Loud Records), Greg Thompson (Partner/President, Big Loud Management), Joey Moi (Partner/Producer/President of A&R, Big Loud) Front Row - Seth England (Partner/CEO, Big Loud), Austen Adams (COO, Big Loud)
Toronto, ON (January 9, 2023) — Independent music powerhouse Big Loud Records is proud to announce today the signing of Canada-born, Midwest-bred singer/songwriter Griffen Palmer. Breaking the mold with a sound all his own, Palmer is a lyrical force with a charming voice to match, rooted in accessible lyrics, small-town sentiments, and deeply heartfelt ballads that leave listeners asking for more.
“Griffen is an incredible talent, and we couldn't be more proud to keep him in the Big Loud family as a recording artist,” says Big Loud Partner/CEO Seth England. “His music is representative of who he is: thoughtful, strong, complex, nuanced. We can't wait for everyone to get to know and love him the same way we do.”
“Big Loud has been my home in Nashville since day one," shares Palmer. "Everyone in the building has been so supportive of me these past few years as I've been developing my songwriting and figuring out my next steps as an artist. Waking up every day in this town and creating with a team like this behind me is an absolute dream, and I can't wait to start this new chapter by rolling out the music.”
Developing an affinity for music at a young age, the Ontario native grew up in a musical family, with early influences including John Mayer, Kings of Leon, Elton John, The Eagles, and Bruce Hornsby. Palmer's father bought him a drum kit in elementary school and challenged him to develop an appreciation for not just the sound and structure of the music he loved, but the lyrics within it. Soon after, the music-obsessed upstart found himself writing originals of his own.
Discovering a love for country music during his tenure at Bowling Green State University in Ohio, Palmer would bring both fan-favourite covers and his own raved-about originals to four-hour dive bar sets around campus, refining his performance skills and developing his pen. Shortly after graduation, he was introduced to GRAMMY-nominated songwriter Geoff Warburton (5 Seconds of Summer, Shawn Mendes) at a house party, and the collaborators found in one another a creative partnership for the ages. Palmer signed a publishing deal with Big Loud Publishing in 2019, shortly after relocating to Nashville, Tenn.
With an impressive rolodex of cuts already on superstars like Florida Georgia Line, Keith Urban, The Band Camino, Chelsea Cutler, Jade Eagleson, and more, the rising singer/songwriter is pairing reputable writing chops with captivating vocal performance to bring the original music he's been writing for years to live under his own name.
In 2020, Palmer made an unforgettable introduction on NBC's Songland, winning his episode after collaborating with Shane McAnally, Brian Kelley, and Tyler Hubbard on the romantic, heartfelt ballad “Second Guessing.” Now, the swoon-worthy newcomer will make his Big Loud Records debut with the same song, infusing acoustic, pop-country style into a solo version - out everywhere this Friday (1/13). Palmer's debut album will arrive later this year.
On the rise singer/songwriter Griffen Palmer is more than meets the eye. Having grown up musically, his father - a musician and artist - instilled an appreciation for lyricism in him early on that soon turned into a love for the craft of songwriting. Nurturing a strong pen and sturdy performance chops through four-hour cover sets in dusty college bars at Ohio's Bowling Green State University, the D1 rugby player's house party introduction to GRAMMY-nominated hitmaker Geoff Warburton (Shawn Mendes, Machine Gun Kelly, Jake Owen) was the tip of the scale that brought him to Music City. After winning NBC's Songland in May of 2020, the in-demand wordsmith earned cuts with global superstars Florida Georgia Line (“Second Guessing”) and Keith Urban (“Polaroid”) as well as The Band Camino, Chelsea Cutler, MacKenzie Porter, Jade Eagleson and more. The 27-year-old will showcase his midwestern drive and versatile style with the release of his debut album due in 2023.
ABOUT BIG LOUD RECORDS
Big Loud Records' head-turning success story began in 2015. Tallying over 17 billion global streams, 14 #1 U.S. airplay and 20 #1 Canadian airplay hits, and RIAA gold, platinum, and multi-platinum certifications, the Big Loud Records roster is home to genre standouts Morgan Wallen, Jake Owen, Lauren Alaina, Chris Lane, HARDY, MacKenzie Porter, ERNEST, Ben Burgess, Dallas Smith, Ashland Craft, Larry Fleet, Griffen Palmer, Shawn Austin, Lily Rose, Jake Worthington, and Ashley Cooke. In 2019, the cutting-edge label partnered with award-winning songwriter Nicolle Galyon to form female-driven label Songs & Daughters – launching the career of flagship artist Madison Kozak and teaming with critically-acclaimed singer-songwriter Hailey Whitters. Records was honoured as the #1 Billboard Hot Country Songs label in 2021 + 2022, the 2022 MusicRow Label Group of the Year, Platinum Label at the 2021 CRS/Country Aircheck Awards, with Billboard 2021 40 Under 40 honoree Stacy Blythe (SVP Promotion) and Ali Matkosky (VP Promotion) earning SVP-VP/National Promotion and Director/National Promotion titles respectively. Adding accolades, CEO/Partner Seth England is a two-time Billboard Indie Power Player, SVP/GM Patch Culbertson is one of Billboard's 40 Under 40 for 2022, and England, Joey Moi (Partner/Producer/President of A&R), Craig Wiseman (Partner/Songwriter), Austen Adams (COO), and Candice Watkins (SVP Marketing) are 2021 + 2022 Billboard Country Power Players. Learn more about Big Loud Records here and connect with us on social media.
On “Wrapped Around Your Finger” Post Malone describes a controlling relationship he endured during a period of his life. He touches on topics like alcoholism, depression, and procrastination which have culminated in a feeling of unrequited love. Letting this lover go would mean Post would lose a part of the life he holds so dearly to his heart. Unraveling himself from their finger would conclude the relationship, so he holds tight to memories of a happier past instead of evaluating the present moment.
Post Malone - Wrapped Around Your Finger (Official Lyric Video)
LILY ROSE EXTENDS HEADLINING FAST-SELLING TOUR, ADDING 10 MORE DATESROSE RECRUITS GRIFFEN PALMER AND LAUREN WATKINS AS SUPPORT
Toronto, ON (January 9, 2022) — Groundbreaking country artist Lily Rose is kicking off 2023 with an extension of her upcoming headlining tour, adding 10 more stops in the spring. Originally announced in December in six cities, the highly in-demand dates immediately sold-out major markets including Boston, Philadelphia, and New York City. Accompanying Rose on all dates will be rising country artist Griffen Palmer as direct support and buzzy newcomer Lauren Watkins. Tickets for the newly released dates will go on sale Friday, Jan. 13 at 10 a.m. CT on lilyrosemusic.net.
The new dates bolster Rose's already stacked calendar year of touring, joining Shania Twain's highly anticipated 2023 Queen of Me Tour this fall. After performing over 90+ shows last year with country mainstays like Sam Hunt, Chris Lane, and Dylan Scott, fans can expect to hear a jam-packed mix of Rose's new music and her biggest hits in the energetic live show. For dates and more information, visit her website here and keep up with her on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
LILY ROSE 2023 HEADLINING TOUR:
ON-SALE NOW
Feb. 9, 2023 in Allston, Mass. at Brighton Music Hall (SOLD OUT) +*
Feb. 10, 2023 in Philadelphia, Penn. at Milkboy (SOLD OUT) +*
Feb. 11, 2023 in New York, N.Y.at Mercury Lounge (SOLD OUT) +*
Feb. 16, 2023 in Athens, Ga. at Georgia Theatre +*
Feb. 17, 2023 in Starkville, Miss. at Rick's Cafe +*
Feb. 18, 2023 in Birmingham, Ala. at Zydeco +*
ON SALE JAN. 13
March 2, 2023 in Milledgeville, Ga. at Ned Kelly's Down Under +*
March 3, 2023 in Anderson, S.C. at Wendells Dippin Branch +*
March 4, 2023 in Rome, Ga. at Peaches +*
April 13, 2023 in Milwaukee, Wis.at The Rave II +*
April 14, 2023 in Columbus, Ohio at The Bluestone +*
April 15, 2023 in Flint, Mich. at The Machine Shop +*
April 20, 2023 in Tulsa, Okla. at Osage Casino
April 21, 2023 in Dallas, Texas at Granada Theater +
April 22, 2023 in Cedar Park, Texasat The Haute Spot +
April 23, 2023 in Houston, Texas at House of Blues +
+ Griffen Palmer
* Lauren Watkins
Lily Rose | Image by John Shearer
ABOUT LILY ROSE
Words like “groundbreaking” and “trailblazing” are often overused. But for Big Loud Records / Back Blocks Music and Republic Records country star Lily Rose, they may actually be an understatement. The modern expression of country's most treasured ideal – pure, unflinching honesty – her debut hit “Villain” has revealed Rose as a talent both 100-percent unique and utterly relatable, with a fresh perspective and forward-looking sound. A Georgia native whose inspirations range from Bruce Springsteen to Keith Urban and Katy Perry, Rose broke out in 2020 with the viral smash, “Villain.” Both vulnerable and defiant with a boundary-pushing country-meets-R&B sound, the track hit Number One on the iTunes all-genre chart and SiriusXM's The Highway Hot 30 Weekend Countdown, leading to her new, ten-song project, Stronger Than I Am. In 2022, Rose was nominated for ACM Best New Female Artist and recognized for Outstanding Breakthrough Artist at the 2022 GLAAD Media Awards. With her focus firmly on integrity, Rose's bold mix of personal lyricism and distinctive language meets the hooky sonics of a post-genre fanbase, as pure-country confessions merge with Hip-Hop beats and R&B flow – plus representation where there was none before. All told, it gives new credence to her “groundbreaking” label.
On the rise singer/songwriter Griffen Palmer is more than meets the eye. Having grown up musically, his father - a musician and artist - instilled an appreciation for lyricism in him early on that soon turned into a love for the craft of songwriting. Nurturing a strong pen and sturdy performance chops through four-hour cover sets in dusty college bars at Ohio's Bowling Green State University, the D1 rugby player's house party introduction to GRAMMY-nominated hitmaker Geoff Warburton (Shawn Mendes, Machine Gun Kelly, Jake Owen) was the tip of the scale that brought him to Music City. After winning NBC's Songland in May of 2020, the in-demand wordsmith earned cuts with global superstars Florida Georgia Line (“Second Guessing”) and Keith Urban (“Polaroid”) as well as The Band Camino, Chelsea Cutler, MacKenzie Porter, Jade Eagleson and more. The 27-year-old will showcase his midwestern drive and versatile style with the release of his debut album due later this year.
Nashville native Lauren Watkins has been living and breathing country music for as long as she can remember. The free-spirited singer/songwriter is no stranger to the stage, spending her teenage years performing at hometown honky tonks and holes-in-the-wall. The 23-year-old spent her just-wrapped college years at Ole Miss, earning a marketing degree and falling in love with songwriting, honing a pen as sharp as her wit. Drawing inspiration from indie country icons like Willie Nelson and Sheryl Crow to genre mainstays Eric Church, Miranda Lambert, and Chris Stapleton, Watkins brings a tangible relatability and boldness to lyrics all her own. It's that uniqueness that led her to sign a publishing deal with Songs & Daughters and Big Loud Publishing, joining a roster as one-of-a-kind as she is. Charging forward into her next chapter, Lauren shares: “My goal is to reach people by being completely myself. Whether it's how I present myself on stage, through the words I'm singing, or having the chance to meet people individually, I want everyone to feel like we really know each other.”
GRAMMY® AWARD-WINNING ICON SHANIA TWAIN RELEASES NEW SINGLE “GIDDY UP!”
Giddy Up! Artwork | Photo credit: Louie Banks
EAGERLY AWAITED NEW ALBUM QUEEN OF ME OUT FEBRUARY 3
“QUEEN OF ME” GLOBAL TOUR LAUNCHES THIS SPRING
6 JANUARY 2023 (TORONTO) – Strutting into 2023, five-time GRAMMY® Award-winning legend and the best-selling female artist in country music history Shania Twain shares a brand-new single entitled “Giddy Up!” today.
Listen to “Giddy Up!” HERE and watch the video HERE.
The track sets the stage for her eagerly awaited new album, Queen of Me, arriving on February 3, 2023. It notably stands out as her sixth original full-length offering, her first record since 2017, and her official debut for her new label partner Republic Nashville, a division of Republic Records.
Kickstarting the record, “Giddy Up!” rides out of the gate with a fiery, flirty, and fun chorus tailormade for singing and dancing along. As always, it showcases her show-stopping range and undeniable charisma.
Shania says, the saying “Let’s Go Girls!” is such a wonderfully uplifting sentiment now, but it’s just something I said during the recording in the studio and I guess that’s the same for Giddy Up! These lines come to me when I’m thinking about how to put a little “pep in my step”. I want people to feel good when they hear the new album. I want to set a celebratory tone and “Giddy up!” Is a way to call to the audience and say ``let's get ready for some fun!”
In other big news, Shania recently earned the “Music Icon” award at the 2022 People’s Choice Awards, and she lit up the stage with a rapturous performance - watch HERE.
Queen of Me consists of 12 new tracks. From the energetic opener “Giddy Up!” through the empowered title track “Queen of Me” and the passionate finale “The Hardest Stone,” produced by and featuring Tyler Joseph/Twenty One Pilots, the LP represents a deep and dynamic creative statement from this iconic voice. She set the stage for everything with the single “Waking Up Dreaming” which Rolling Stone called “a shot of caffeinated bliss” and The Today Show called “an absolute bop.”
Shania was also announced as a headliner for Rock the Ocean’s Tortuga Festival, alongside Eric Church and Kenny Chesney. The star-studded festival will take place on April 14-16, 2023 in Fort Lauderdale, FL. For more information, go HERE.
To celebrate this next era in style, she will also embark on a global Queen of Me Tour, produced by Live Nation. The tour marks the first time fans around the world will get to see the queen in all of her glory in nearly five years, following a highly successful Vegas residency run. Kelsea Ballerini, Lindsay Ell, Hailey Whitters, Breland, Robyn Ottolini, Priscilla Block, and Mickey Guyton, Lily Rose, Talk, and Tenille Townes will be joining Shania on select dates throughout the tour.
The Queen of Me Tour kicks off on Friday, April 28th at Spokane Arena in Spokane, WA and makes stops across North America and Europe in Vancouver, Denver, Toronto, Los Angeles, New York, London, Dublin and more before wrapping up on November 14th at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC.
TICKETS: on sale at LiveNation.com. Citi is the official card of the North American leg of the Queen of Me Tour.
Additionally, Shania and Live Nation have announced that $1 of every ticket purchased to Shania’s “Queen Of Me” Tour will be donated to SKC. Established in 2010 by Shania Twain, SKC provides services that promote positive change in children’s lives in times of crises and economic hardship. SKC provides children with one-on-one consultations, academic support, and group activities, as well as nutritious snacks and meal programs where needed, all while in the safe, confidence-building environment that is the Shania Kids Can Clubhouse. These children are learning the skills to cope with and overcome family hardships which, in turn, improves their ability to succeed in school. For more information about Shania Kids Can, please visit: www.shaniakidscan.com
Giddy Up! Brand New Waking Up Dreaming BEST Friend Pretty Liar Inhale/Exhale AIR Last Day of Summer Queen of Me Got It Good Number One Not Just A Girl The Hardest Stone
SHANIA TWAIN ‘QUEEN OF ME’ 2023 TOUR DATES 4/28 Spokane, WA Spokane Arena ^ 4/29 Seattle, WA Climate Pledge Arena ^ 5/02 Vancouver, BC Rogers Arena ^ 5/03 Vancouver, BC Rogers Arena ^ 5/05 Edmonton, AB Rogers Place ^ 5/06 Edmonton, AB Rogers Place ^ 5/09 Calgary, AB Scotiabank Saddledome ^ 5/10 Calgary, AB Scotiabank Saddledome ^ 5/12 Saskatoon, SK SaskTel Centre ^ 5/14 Winnipeg, MB Canada Life Centre ^ 5/16 Madison, WI Kohl Center # 5/17 St Paul, MN Xcel Energy Center # 5/19 Lincoln, NE Pinnacle Bank Arena # 5/21 Denver, CO Ball Arena # 5/24 Salt Lake City, UT USANA Amphitheatre # 5/26 Mountain View, CA Shoreline Amphitheatre # 5/28 Los Angeles, CA Hollywood Bowl # 5/30 Phoenix, AZ Ak-Chin Pavilion # 5/31 Thousand Palms, CA Acrisure Arena # 6/03 Tulsa, OK BOK Center + 6/04 St. Louis, MO Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre STL + 6/07 Nashville, TN GEODIS Park +> 6/09 Camden, NJ Freedom Mortgage Pavilion + 6/12 Halifax, NS Scotiabank Centre ~ 6/14 Moncton, NB Avenir Centre ~ 6/15 Moncton, NB Avenir Centre ~ 6/17 Quebec City, QC Videotron Centre ~ 6/18 Montreal, QC Bell Centre ~ 6/20 Hamilton, ON FirstOntario Centre ^ 6/21 London, ON Budweiser Gardens ^ 6/23 Toronto, ON Budweiser Stage ^ 6/24 Toronto, ON Budweiser Stage ^ 6/27 Columbia, MD Merriweather Post Pavilion & 6/28 Charlotte, NC PNC Music Pavilion & 6/30 Cuyahoga Falls, OH Blossom Music Center & 7/01 Tinley Park, IL Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre & 7/03 Bethel, NY Bethel Woods Center for the Arts & 7/06 Ottawa, ON Ottawa Bluesfest * 7/08 Syracuse, NY St Joseph's Health Amphitheater at Lakeview + 7/09 Mansfield, MA Xfinity Center + 7/11 New York, NY Madison Square Garden + 7/13 Burgettstown, PA The Pavilion at Star Lake + 7/15 Noblesville, IN Ruoff Music Center + 7/19 Kansas City, MO T-Mobile Center = 7/21 Dallas, TX Dos Equis Pavilion = 7/22 Houston, TX Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion = 7/24 New Orleans, LA Smoothie King Center = 9/14 Glasgow, UK OVO Hydro 9/16 London, UK The O2 9/19 Dublin, IRE 3Arena 9/22 Glasgow, UK OVO Hydro Arena 9/25 Manchester, UK AO Arena 9/26 Birmingham, UK Utilita Arena Birmingham 9/28 Leeds, UK First Direct Arena 10/12 San Antonio, TX AT&T Center / 10/13 Fort Worth, TX Dickies Arena / 10/16 Knoxville, TN Thompson Boling Arena / 10/18 Raleigh, NC PNC Arena / 10/20 Buffalo, NY KeyBank Center / 10/22 Toronto, ON Scotiabank Arena ! 10/24 Quebec City, QC Videotron Centre ! 10/25 Montreal, QC Bell Centre ! 10/27 Columbus, OH Schottenstein Center / 10/28 Louisville, KY KFC Yum! Center / 10/31 Milwaukee, WI Fiserv Forum / 11/02 Omaha, NE CHI Health Center / 11/03 Des Moines, IA Wells Fargo Arena / 11/05 Fargo, ND FARGODOME / 11/07 Winnipeg, MB Canada Life Centre % 11/09 Saskatoon, SK Sasktel Centre % 11/11 Calgary, AB Scotiabank Saddledome % 11/12 Edmonton, AB Rogers Place % 11/14 Vancouver, BC Rogers Arena %
Queen of Me Album Artwork | Photo Credit: Louie Banks
MORE ABOUT SHANIA TWAIN Last month, she made a grand return with her latest single “Waking Up Dreaming.” Right out of the gate, Vulture hailed it as “a motivational, synth-laden pop-rocker with few of the country touches you’d expect from Twain, all of the glamour.” Rolling Stone raved, “It gradually builds to a Shania-worthy maximalist sound, a dance party of gleaming guitars and unfettered bliss.” People affirmed, “Shania Twain is baring it all with her new era of music,” and The Tennessean proclaimed, “Country icon Shania Twain’s season in the sun continues with the release of ‘Waking Up Dreaming’.” Perhaps The TODAY Show summed it up best as “an absolute bop.”
“Waking Up Dreaming” marked her first release in five years since 2017’s critically acclaimed, Now, which bowed at #1 on the Billboard 200 and #1 on the Top Country Albums Chart upon arrival. It also arrives on the heels of her blockbuster career-spanning documentary Not Just A Girl—streaming on Netflix now. It was notably produced by Mercury Studios and directed by Joss Crowley. To accompany the film, she also presented the compilation album Not Just A Girl (The Highlights) available HERE. And in other news, this once-in-a-generation Renaissance Woman joined the star-studded cast of Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration in the role of Mrs. Potts, which premiered on ABC on December 15 and is available to stream on Disney+ as of December 16.
06 JANUARY 2023 (TORONTO, ON) - Today, Canadian singer/songwriter, Preston Pablo, releases new single “AY AY AY” via 31 East / Universal Music Canada, the country’s leading music company.
"AY AY AY” kicks off 2023 with a bang, further showcasing Preston's ability to create a pop track with a new level of gritty, get up on the dance-floor sound.
About the track, Preston shares, "this song is the fantasized world built around my wildest desires. It’s my materialistic idea of success being manifested through a song."
With his honest lyrics and an R&B melody, the emerging artist released, “Love You Bad”, closing 2022 by showcasing his ability to cross genres. Last year was a banner year for Preston, with the rising chart success of his major label debut “Flowers Need Rain” with multi-platinum producer-songwriters Banx & Ranx. The platinum-selling single currently has over 43M global streams and has reached a Top 5 spot at Top 40 and Top 10 at Hot AC and Mainstream AC. “Flowers Need Rain” was recently the #1 most Shazamed track in Canada, and achieved multiple global Viral Top 50 Spotify playlist adds (such as Germany, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, and more). Preston leaves 2022 with 2 songs in the Top 5 at Mainstream AC - “Winter Winterland” at #2 and "Flowers Need Rain” at #5 with over 200 million audience impressions at Canadian Radio.
Stay tuned for much more from Preston Pablo this year.
Photo Credit: Kyla Mah
ABOUT PRESTON PABLO: Preston Pablo channels a fresh perspective on R&B and pop through his eloquent songwriting. Preston signed to 31 East/Universal Music Canada in 2021 as he honed what he describes as a “modern vintage” style. “It’s a blend of pop and R&B with a different twist, but I’m keeping all of the doors open,” he states. “My favourite way to write songs is with piano or guitar. It starts from the classic side with instruments and evolves from there.” After racking up nearly 20 million streams independently, he draws a big sound out of small-town roots on singles such as “Don’t Break (My Soul)”, and “Flowers Need Rain” with Banx & Ranx. Landing the #1 spot on the Shazam Chart in Canada, achieving platinum status, and reaching a Top 5 spot at Top 40 radio, “Flowers Need Rain” showcases Preston’s further emergence in popular music. With his honest lyrics and an R&B melody, the emerging artist released, “Love You Bad”, showcasing his ability to cross genres. With much more to come in 2023, Preston is ready to launch new music kicking off with the release of “AY AY AY”.
LISTEN TO “AY AY AY” ON ALL STREAMING PLATFORMS HERE
Albertan emerging country artists Flaysher dropped their energetic new single “Good For You” via all streaming services.
Rooted in the influence of their farmland upbringing, Flaysher, born and raised Albertans, take their identifiable grit and edgy tones to a whole new level. You can almost hear the sawdust in their voices from growing up working for the family business. Their single "Good For You" speaks to the stubborn side in all of us – coming to terms with missing an ex, but refusing to change who we are to go chase them. This song was produced by the incredible Dan Swinimer who has worked with some of the best (Billy Currington, Tenille Townes, Madeline Merlo, Tim Hicks, to name a few).
Flaysher is a CMAB Award-nominated Canadian country duo and Top 12 finalist in Alberta Music's 2021/2022 PROJECT WILD competition. They have grit in their blood harmonies and unvarnished truths in their lyrics. Inspired by the storytelling in 90s country and the high-octane energy of heartland rock classics, Flaysher’s songs are rooted in the influence of their upbringing. Raised in small-town Airdrie, you can almost hear the sawdust in their voices from growing up on dusty job sites working for the family business.
Flaysher's new single, “Good For You,” has undeniable hometown country tones, Flaysher’s identifiable edgy tones are taken to a new level. This translates into their most raw single to date. The song speaks to the stubborn side in all of us – coming to terms with missing an ex but refusing to change who we are to go chase them.
“We had a blast recording this one with Dan Swinimer. It’s a little more of the rock growl mixed in with classic country music storytelling. The song is introspective while also boldly acknowledging that sometimes a relationship just isn’t the right fit.”
Flaysher’s single, “Wild One,” was released in February 2022. It was written by Nashville heavy hitters Tebey, Emma-Lee, and Karen Kosowski and was produced by Dan Swinimer (Billy Currington, Tenille Townes, Madeline Merlo, Tim Hicks, to name a few). The track is their highest streaming single to date and increased their Spotify listenership by +11,000%.
Their debut single, “Flat Broke Famous," was produced by Juno award-winning producer, Matty McKay (Brett Kissel) and was released in March 2020. The brother’s February 2021 sophomore single, “Ride,” was well received by Canadian country radio and garnered the support of Sirius XM/CBC Country. “Coastin,” which was released in July 2021, continued this upward trend with adds on 22 radio stations as well as a spot on SiriusXM/CBC Country. The track also had Flaysher named the “Most Active Indie” artist (all genres) at Yangaroo’s DMDS for the week of July 16, 2021.
Prior to expanding their sound and leaning into country, Flaysher had their start as a classic rock cover band. They performed over 200 shows in their teens and won the Olds Rock 104.5 star search contest in 2015. They released “Starting Over” in 2016, a rock EP that was bursting at the seams with the unwavering optimism and relentless vitality they had when they hit their 20s.
These true blue-collar boys are known for their high-energy live performances. They’ve performed at Country Thunder and the Calgary Stampede, headlined the Alberta Summer Games to an audience of over 6,000 people and sold out the King Eddy (Calgary, AB) multiple times. Every time they hit the stage you can’t help but feel the passion these two brothers have for performing and lifting people up.
''Albertan brothers, Brad and Ryan, country's hot duoFlaysher, are ones to watch,'' says Kim Cyr, Editor in Chief for NOW and THEN Magazine, radio host, and host of the International Music's Journey Podcast. ''I had such a great time getting to know Brad and Ryan. I love it when I come across artists like Flaysher who understand music deeply and are so talented as songwriters with an incredible future in the music industry. I am going to be watching this country duo and if you haven't heard of Flaysher before, you are going to want to check them out.''
To hear my interview with Brad and Ryan, country duo Flaysher, click on the link below.
''I took a backway home last year and drove by my mom and dad's old farm. The house and barns were gone with just the mailbox left standing, overlooking a large cornfield. I actually said out loud "man, I loved that old house". The line stayed with me and on my next trip to Nashville, after telling friends Sam & Tempy, we wrote Christmas in the Country.''
Dan started playing guitar at the age of seven, beginning with lap steel, and by the time he was ten he was playing acoustic and wrote his first song for his mom; “Someone Like You”. His dad integrated him into the band he was playing bass for and by the time he was 13, Dan was the bass player and harmony singer for a local weekend band. His credits include over 200 albums as a singer/songwriter, producer, and bassist.
Dan was bandleader for the late Colleen Peterson for several years. He has toured with George Fox, Terry Sheridan, Colleen Peterson, and South Mountain. He has guested as a singer/bassist for many gospel shows both live and on television.
Dan has shared the stage on shows with Emmy-Lou Harris, Pirates of the Mississippi, Waylon Jennings, Toby Keith, Marty Stuart, and Martina McBride to name a few.
Dan had great success releasing 5 singles to radio before being asked to audition for award-winning band South Mountain. Dan became their lead singer/bassist and spokesperson in Canada, signed to Stony Plain Records, and distributed worldwide by Warner Brothers.
The band toured Canada and Europe extensively and was in high demand. They had a successful album “Where There’s A Will” offering four chart successes and several Canadian Country Music Association nominations.
Dan has hosted two television shows for Cogeco Canada; highlighting Canadian up & coming talent. He is a much sought after, writer and producer splitting his time between Nashville and home, Stirling, ON Canada.
''I had the pleasure of sitting down for a chat with the one and only Dan Washburn,'' says Kim Cyr, Editor in Chief for NOW and THEN Magazine, radio host, and host of the International Music's Journey Podcast. ''Dan's music has been played all around the world, on television and in films. His talent as a singer/songwriter and producer is astounding. I had so much fun chatting with Dan about how much the music industry landscape has changed over the years. We talked about his recent projects in the UK and Ireland, his new Christmas single, and brand new music on the way for 2023.''
Check out my interview with Dan Washburn by clicking on the link below.
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