Inside Today's Country
66 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingInside Today's Country explores the stories behind the songs with exclusive artist interviews.
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Jade Turner
June 29, 2021 22:52 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MBJade Turner is an award-winning songwriter, performer, and rising star in Manitoba’s country scene. Winner of 2017’s IMA Best Country Album and 2018’s MCMA Emerging Artist of the Year award, with many more nominations to boot, Jade Turner is well on her way to making her mark on the Canadian music scene, and Turner feels the best is yet to come. Following the release of her last Single “Hangover Blues”, which has well over 100k streams on Spotify, comes Jade's brand new song ‘Somehow Someo...
Ryan Keown
June 01, 2021 21:05 - 19 minutes - 26.4 MBAfter previously reaching highs of #44 on the National BDS charts with his releases, Ryan took went back to the studio and worked extensively with Bart McKay Productions (Brett Kissel) to bring his brand new single “She Got That Too” out to market. Ryan is very excited to be releasing new music to his fans and friends at Canadian country radio. The Manitoba Country Music Association has honoured Ryan with Male Artist of the Year, back to back Fans’ Choice Winner and Single of the Year Aw...
Haley Jenson
April 27, 2021 20:23 - 22 minutes - 30.8 MBHayley became a household name in her homeland after placing 4th on Australian Idol & later, on The Voice Australia. In 2018, Jensen signed with Social Family Records to release her ARIA #3 Australian Country Album, 'Turning Up The Dial' produced in Nashville by Grammy Award winning producer, Jamie Tate, featuring festival hits 'Summertime Soundtrack', 'Saturday Night' & 'Next Big Thing'. The same year, Hayley was invited to the UK to perform at Buckle & Boots Country Festival & was a finali...
Hayley Jensen
April 27, 2021 20:23 - 22 minutes - 30.8 MBHayley became a household name in her homeland after placing 4th on Australian Idol & later, on The Voice Australia. In 2018, Jensen signed with Social Family Records to release her ARIA #3 Australian Country Album, 'Turning Up The Dial' produced in Nashville by Grammy Award winning producer, Jamie Tate, featuring festival hits 'Summertime Soundtrack', 'Saturday Night' & 'Next Big Thing'. The same year, Hayley was invited to the UK to perform at Buckle & Boots Country Festival & was a finali...
David James
April 20, 2021 21:47 - 16 minutes - 22.2 MB"Don't Mind If I Do" is the brand new lead off single for David. The single grows David's sound in a new direction and evolves it to incorporate even more instruments and elements of country music. "Don't Mind If I Do" is the ideal chill, laid back, upbeat spring/summertime song and capitalizes perfectly on the momentum David has continuously built single over single
Meghan Patrick
April 06, 2021 18:47 - 12 minutes - 16.8 MBJuno Award winning Country music superstar Meghan Patrick is celebrating her birthday by treating fans to new music. “Never Giving Up on You” is the brand-new single from the two-time CCMA Female Artist of the Year, which follows hot on the heels of the recent official video release for “My First Car,” which takes fans on a biographical ride through Meghan’s early career. Meghan will keep the celebration for “Never Giving Up on You” going with a takeover of Complete Country this Saturday, ...
Tim Hicks
March 23, 2021 18:31 - 22 minutes - 30.4 MBToronto, ON (February 11, 2021) – Today, multi-platinum, award winning entertainer Tim Hicks announces the February 19th release of his new single ‘The Good, The Bad and The Pretty’ via Open Road Recordings. Self-penned along with Derek Hoffman and Deric Ruttan, ‘The Good, The Bad and The Pretty’ sets the stage for the next chapter in Hicks’ career, and is the first release off his forthcoming EP, out later this year. Of the song says Hicks, “‘The Good, The Bad and The Pretty’ is about that...
Brett Kissel
March 09, 2021 22:06 - 16 minutes - 22.3 MBA new song from Brett Kissel. "Make A Life Not A Living" “This song is truly representative of where I’m at in my life right now…and probably – or hopefully – where many people are as we’ve adjusted to the challenges we’ve all faced over the last year,” says Kissel. “It’s about doing your best to live your best life – whatever that might be; being in the moment, being present, having gratitude and making the most of the time we have – that’s what is most important.
Robyn Ottolini
March 02, 2021 20:25 - 15 minutes - 21.6 MB“My ex drove an F-150 and I f’ing hate that truck,” laughs Ottolini. “You might think that ‘F-150’ is just a truck song, but this isn’t about any ol’ truck. It’s about trying to move on and get strong, until you see that one thing that brings you back to the pain. Nothing does that more for me than his white, Ford F-150.” Ottolini continued: “You’re going to get to know the real me in the first 30 seconds of listening to any of my songs and if you love it, that’s cool. If you don’t love it,...
Gregg Bolger
February 23, 2021 22:52 - 19 minutes - 26.5 MBGregg Bolger is a Canadian Country Music Artist/Songwriter. Bolger’s debut self-titled album was released in September 2013 and the single “Small Town Summertime” was distributed to Canadian country radio. “Small Town Summertime” was largely received by country radio stations across Canada. Follow up singles released to Canadian Country Radio include I'm All Bolger has had had success with singles such as Small Town Summertime, Broken and Road Trippin' and now When the Moon Comes Up being s...
Chantelle Mussell
February 01, 2021 21:15 - 18 minutes - 25.5 MBChantelle Mussell is a Canadian singer/songwriter based out of Victoria, BC, Canada. She grew up in small town Alberta in the 1990s, born into a large family of lively, talented musicians. At a very young age, she discovered the magnetic euphoria of singing, writing, and performing with her guitar. Mussell’s debut EP showcases haunting and dreamy blues/folk songs. Her lyrics chronicle the visceral experiences of life, love, and heartbreak with words that resonate with your deepest, darkest...
2020The Year In review
December 29, 2020 21:45 - 24 minutes - 33.8 MBThis week we look back at the year that went sideways with my buddy and fellow Music Director Shilo.
Trevoer Panczak
December 08, 2020 18:31 - 27 minutes - 38 MB"Where I Go to Come Back” is the latest release to add to your playlist from Canadian country music singer songwriter and entertainer, Trevor Panczak. “Where I Go to Come Back” is a song for the times. As life continues with its mounting complexities and uncertainty, this heartfelt song is filled with airy lines of nostalgia and memories of a simpler time that we used to know and now yearn for. Trevor helps us take a breath and takes us back home with another smooth, country vocal performan...
Matt Teed
November 24, 2020 16:38 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MBMatt Teed is a singer-songwriter-recording artist from Ontario. Matt’s raspy yet soulful vocals breathe a palpable intimacy into his songs and live performances. An old soul with an abundance of vibrant energy, Matt draws inspiration from a wide range of genres in order to elicit the perfect emotion to match any given story. Matt’s dynamic sound is trademarked by an emotion-packed vocal complemented by an instrumental backing loaded to the brim with pop and punch, uniquely mirroring Matt’s n...
Shane Harluk
November 12, 2020 21:04 - 15 minutes - 21.7 MBShane Harluk’s songs rely heavily on a long-time love of country music. But the Calgary-based singer/songwriter has roots that extend into classic Canadian pop rock and well into modern Americana. It’s his love of all music that propels him to write and record music that resonates with listeners of all ages and backgrounds. Harluk has played at events and venues, ranging from the Country Thunder Festival, the Calgary Stampede and his own local concert series Country Night Live that he hos...
Sean Hogan
October 20, 2020 14:56 - 31 minutes - 43.4 MBThis week a great chat with Sean Hogan! His new single is out now "You Can't Cry You Can't Laugh" Find him on line at www.seanhogan.net
Shantaia
October 14, 2020 20:27 - 15 minutes - 21.3 MBThis week I had the pleasure of chatting with Shantaia about her new single "two cents'
Owen Barney
September 29, 2020 16:13 - 22 minutes - 30.9 MBOwen Barney "Thank Her For That" Let this song take you away… to warm breezes and blue skies… …and a break-up that you’re actually thankful for!! “Cold tequila with a little lime, since she left I’m on island time, I can thank her for that" No stranger to the Canadian country scene, Owen Barney has been doing things the right way - by playing shows, releasing great music, and winning over fans one at a time! Now he’s ready to release a song that we know will resonate. A tongue-in-ch...
Eric Ethridge
September 09, 2020 17:51 - 36 minutes - 50.6 MBThe second single off of Eric's new album set for release this fall Over 35 MILLION streams globally Over 100,000 social fans Last single ‘Dream Girl’ was written by Grammy award winners Dan&Shay and has already been streamed over 2.5 MILLION times globally 155,000 monthly listeners on Spotify and 9,500 followers – 57% of Eric’s streams come from users saved libraries and playlists 11,814 average daily listeners on Apple Music and 117,000+ weekly streams 35,000+ YouTube followers CCM...
River Town Saints
September 01, 2020 17:09 - 40 minutes - 55.9 MBIf tragedy and overcoming adversity are the hallmarks of a good country song, THE RIVER TOWN SAINTS have earned their dirt road credibility... After a series of major setbacks (the kind that would've broken up many other bands), the boys have regrouped stronger than ever with a collection of FOUR fantastic new songs that have just been released via their new EP 'Long Time Coming' (which came out last Friday and has already been streamed/downloaded over 100,000 times in THREE days!). ...
Matt Martin
August 19, 2020 18:38 - 17 minutes - 23.8 MBMatt Martin, a young tech entrepreneur raised on a dairy farm, continues to make exciting new waves in Canadian Country Music. Growing up in rural area, Matt feels a deep connection to Country Music and the roots that comprise what it is today. Back at it with his second radio single, country fans will not be disappointed. “Passenger Seat”, released now in the summer of 2020, gives listeners a fun and irresistible invite into one of Matt’s favourite youthful experiences; summer road tri...
Colin Amey
August 11, 2020 16:12 - 19 minutes - 27.4 MBBorn April 21st, the youngest of three boys, Colin Amey hails from Dunnville, Ontario but spent most of his childhood in Whitehorse, where the cold Canadian Yukon did nothing to cool his driving passion to be a singer and songwriter. At a young and early age, Colin's early influences came from listening to the radio and watching the hits on MuchMusic, where the performances of Bryan Adams and Bruce Springsteen inspired his young heart. In the small town of Marmora, Ontario, at the Country F...
Alex Runions
August 04, 2020 20:29 - 37 minutes - 52.1 MBWell before he won the 2016 Saskatchewan Country Music Association Fan’s Choice Entertainer of the Year award and Male Vocalist of the Year award, Alex Runions was widely considered as an artist to keep an eye on in Canada’s country music scene. With more than a decade of memorable live performances at some of the most iconic venues in the country, including Big Valley Jamboree, the Grey Cup, and the CCMA Awards Week Songwriters’ Series, it’s easy to see why Runions’ hometown of Kipling, Sas...
Bobby Wills
July 28, 2020 16:42 - 23 minutes - 31.9 MBBobby Wills is BACK! "Wash My Truck" is the brand new single by Bobby Wills, written with Erik Dylan, lead singer of Black Mountain Whiskey Rebellion and Nashville songwriter (Luke Combs and Riley Green). "Wash My Truck" as a song hits home for Bobby, bringing back coming of age memories with his father. The notion that you can't go out on that first date without cleaning and shining up the vehicle is a lesson Bobby's dad made sure he knew. "Wash My Truck" kicks off summer just in time for p...
Tenille Arts
July 21, 2020 19:25 - 14 minutes - 20.2 MBn January she performed her single "Somebody Like That" live during her THIRD appearance on the hit ABC Television show "The Bachelor" , with the song subsequently picking up '#1 most-added' status at the Country radio format in the U.S. -and six months later it continues to grow at U.S. Country radio where it is knocking on the door of going into the TOP-40 (#42 - #41 Mediabase U.S. last week). In Canada, "Somebody Like That" peaked at radio a couple of weeks ago, giving Tenille her firs...
Kelsi Mayne
July 14, 2020 22:54 - 25 minutes - 34.9 MBSOS’s fun, unique production inspired by Kelsi’s Detroit roots, with hints of “Say My Name” by Destiny’s Child in the beginning, to a Marvin Gaye, Motown/soul flavour at the end! Kelsi is currently nominated for RISING STAR ⭐️ at the CMAO Awards!
Adrienne Taylor
July 06, 2020 16:55 - 18 minutes - 25.1 MBWhen a relationship comes to an end it can feel like your whole world has been turned upside down. It’s difficult to remain grounded, bouncing around from one feeling to next, as though you’re on an emotional rollercoaster. Adrienne Taylor puts a deep sense of contemplation into her songwriting with the lyrically compelling track Rollercoaster. Filled with confusion over the differentiation of emotions, Rollercoaster is a manifestation of disorientation when being faced with a breakup: “Sad ...
Kendra Kay
June 24, 2020 18:57 - 21 minutes - 28.9 MBAward winning artist Kendra Kay was raised on the Canadian prairies and is true to her country roots. She won the 2019 Manitoba Country Music Award (MCMA) for Female Artist of the Year, as well as the 2018 and 2019 MCMA Fan’s Choice Award. The 23-year-old, known for high energy performances and down to earth personality, recently signed with Sakamoto Agency. She worked with producer Karen Kosowski (Brett Kissel, Madeline Merlo) for her latest single "Steady". Called ‘Canada’s Country Girl’ (...
Greg Rider
June 16, 2020 22:44 - 21 minutes - 29.1 MBReal change can only happen when a pivotal moment in our lives takes place. For some, those moments come early in life and to others it is later, if at all. For Greg Rider, it was a fateful car accident at 21 years old. Growing up in Water down, Ontario, Greg lived a life very different to what he wanted. Yet, he was too afraid to change it. In his heart, he felt destined to create something bigger than himself and his entrepreneurial spirit was about to set those wheels into motion. The acc...
John Anderson
June 10, 2020 15:31 - 14 minutes - 19.5 MBThis week John Anderson is my guest. We chat about his name, new music, baseball and more. find him on line at www.johnandersonmusic.com John was born and raised in Barrie, Ontario. John's passion was being on the baseball field but has now transferred that passion to his music. He has won many awards and contests such as Magna Hoedown, Nashville North Kicxfm, Wasaga Idol. Josie award nomination for best vocalist any genre, Barrie emerging artist, Simcoe Readers Choice for his great v...
Stephen Adrian Lawrance
June 03, 2020 12:00 - 23 minutes - 32.6 MBAs an indie record label, we love to share great talent - and often we find them behind the scenes, like Stephen Adrian Lawrance. Lawrance is a singer/songwriter and artist developer who hit number one on CMT Television's Chevy Canada Top Twenty Countdown and number 5 on Billboard Canada Country chart with his song "When a Mommas's Boy Meets A Daddy's Girl" co written with Aaron Goodvin and Miriam Webber. The song is featured on the CCMA award winning artist Aaron Pritchett's Juno nominated...
Samara Yung
May 27, 2020 01:09 - 18 minutes - 25.2 MBHeating things up just in time for the summer season, Saskatchewan powerhouse Samara Yung returns with the release of her latest single “In Case You Missed Me”, available for streaming & download everywhere. ICYMM is an anthemic earworm that only scratches the surface of what’s to come from this rising artist. Written by Emma-Lee (Madeline Merlo, Brett Kissel, Tim Hicks, etc.), Samara joined forces with acclaimed producer Danick Dupelle (Tebey, Emerson Drive) to create a sound that is uniqu...
Genevieve Fisher
May 19, 2020 19:27 - 25 minutes - 34.5 MBThe story behind this was inspired by a real life experience for Genevieve. The message is one that so many are able to relate to. "I had just performed at a show in my hometown which I found to be disappointing in terms of lack of support. I quickly began second guessing myself and started second guessing so much of what I was doing. Coincidentally I had already arranged some writing sessions in Nashville with my flight leaving the following day. As I always do, I started to come up with s...
Hillside Outlaws
May 12, 2020 22:53 - 35 minutes - 48.7 MBThis week I chat with Hillside Outlaws. Hillside Outlaws are Canada's ones to watch! This duo brings classic gritty vocals with out of this world guitar tones for a sound that is pure country. Their high energy live show and intimate connection with their fans will leave an audience always wanting more. If you want to party with the Outlaws you better Buckle Up! "Buckle Up" is the anthem we all need for 2020. No matter what life throws our way, Buckle Up and face the day! https://www.hi...
Desiree Dorion
May 05, 2020 22:01 - 14 minutes - 19.2 MBThis week I chat with Dauphin Manitoba artist Desiree Dorion about her new single "Beautiful People". She co-wrote this tune with the ridiculously talented Mr. Chris Burke-Gaffney. I'm so excited to share a different side of me and hope you guys like the new track! You can find her online at https://www.facebook.com/desdorion/
Jason McCoy and Friends We Are One
April 29, 2020 15:44 - 18 minutes - 24.9 MBJASON MCCOY ANNOUNCES THE WE ARE 1 WORLD PROJECT OF UNITY One World. One Song. Your Voice. In the first phase of the newly developed We Are 1 World Project, renowned recording artist Jason McCoy announces the release of ‘We Are One’, a powerful message of hope, recorded by world renowned musicians and singers in isolation from across the world. The COVID-19 virus started with one person and has spread to all parts of the globe, affecting the health and well-being of the entire planet, an...
JJ Voss
April 21, 2020 18:02 - 24 minutes - 33.6 MBWith close to two decades of dedication to his music career and craft, JJ Voss has taken his passion for songwriting and performing, along with his many experiences in life, to build an authentic and professional solo career rooted from the fabric of the working class. Raised on a small farm in southern Saskatchewan, Voss began his journey in music at the age of 8 when he picked up his Dad’s old flat top, and has been following in the footsteps of legendary troubadours like Steve Earle, Cha...
Kimberley Dawn
April 15, 2020 16:49 - 27 minutes - 38.2 MBThis week Kimberley Dawn is my guest. Kim and I go way back to our radio days together. She has an amazing spirit and is truly excited about her new single. This multi award winning Aboriginal singer has been a fighter and a survivor in this everchanging music industry. Relentlessly pursuing her dream of singing on stage with a band that is more like family, and for an audience full of amazing and supportive fans, this dream has driven her to get back up and dust herself off whenever ...
Jamie Warren
April 07, 2020 21:29 - 35 minutes - 48.2 MBthis week Jamie warren is my guest. We talk about his new single, his love hate of the new Tim Horton's coffee lid, how he met the the Nitty Gritty dirt Band and more. Jamie Warren is generally regarded as the most awarded independent country artist in Canada (Junos, CCMA’s and OCMA’s) Over the years he has released 56 singles from 8 studio albums, including a Greatest Hits in 2004. Jamie’s new single “The Secret To Life” is the second release from his new upcoming 9th CD, due out this ...
Duane Steele
March 31, 2020 19:19 - 18 minutes - 25.2 MBThis week I had the pleasure of chatting with Duane Steel, when he was in town for the #rednecktour Born and raised in northern Alberta, Duane Steele grew up listening to and absorbing the music of the rural landscape that included Country music, Folk music, a pinch of Blues and yes, good old Rock n’ Roll. Having a recording career for the past 24 years as a mainstay on the Country Music scene in Canada, including 8 albums and 10 videos 2 albums of which were released through Mercury Reco...
Rod Black
March 23, 2020 19:38 - 41 minutes - 57 MBThis week I chat with Rod Black. A song for the times we are facing today. For 2020, Rod Black has teamed up with Producer/Writer Jeff Johnson who is a 2017 CCMA award winner (Producer of the year) and a 5-time BC Country Music Association award winning Producer. The first release for 2020 titled “Walk On” was co-written by Black and Johnson. The duo has seen major success previously as co-writers with US Billboard charting rock group Jet Black Stare which got signed by industry mogul L....
Sons Of Daughters
March 18, 2020 00:12 - 20 minutes - 27.9 MBThis week I chat with Sons Of Daughters. They have a new single "I Picture You" out now. We talk about where they were musically, strange jobs the've had, and what food they NEED to have when coming back to Canada. www.sonsofdaughters.com The track is an impactful ballad with a catchy, pop-meets-country vibe. Drawing from personal experiences, the song evokes nostalgic feelings of happiness and longing when reflecting on fond memories of a loved one. “We wanted to capture the timeless...
Beamer Wigley
March 11, 2020 16:34 - 18 minutes - 25.5 MBThis week we chat with Beamer Wigley about his new single "Crazy Being Crazy". www.beamerwigley.com Born in 2002, Beamer started playing guitar when he was 5 years old, and as he loves to tell his audiences, that was when he first saw Keith Urban in the video “Start A Band” with Brad Paisley. He turned to his Mom and said “I want to learn to play guitar. I want to be just like Keith Urban”. So he got his first guitar and started lessons. He wrote his first song at the age of 7, and th...
Suzi Kory
March 02, 2020 16:46 - 18 minutes - 25.4 MBThis week I had the pleasure to chat with Suzi Kory from Toronto Canada. Country rock artist Suzi Kory, born in Beirut and raised in Toronto, burst on to the music scene in 2017 with a rock EP, entitled 'Spellcasting', produced by John Angus Macdonald (The Trews). Following performances in Canada, the USA and Brazil, she found herself writing and recording in Los Angeles with producer Brent Woods (Vince Neil, Sebastian Bach, Chevy Metal), which would have her sound take an organic turn t...
Tyler Joe MIller
February 26, 2020 20:11 - 31 minutes - 42.9 MBthis week I had the chance to chat with Tyler Joe Miller about his new single "Pillow Talkin' ", and his non-profit called The Climb Outreach Society, that he and his friends started to help those in need in Guatemala. Tyler is a very talented guy and has alot of great things on the go Pillow Talkin' is the lead off single from Tyler Joe Miller, MDM Recordings’ newest signing! The track was recorded and produced by accredited producer, Danick Dupelle (Emerson Drive, Tebey, Don Amero). Ty...
Adam Gregory
February 19, 2020 19:00 - 14 minutes - 19.3 MBThis week I chat with Adam Gregory. Adam has been performing in Canada since he was 10. Adam has a new single, a young daughter, and is loving life. In the eyes of love, she's perfect. She makes his world brighter just by being her. She may not sing,but when she does, to him every song sounds better. This song is just a fresh new take on being in love, and how that true love just makes life better.. period; https://snail-star-63wj.squarespace.com/ https://www.instagram.com/adamgregoryso...
Alan Doyle
February 12, 2020 23:50 - 16 minutes - 22.7 MBThis week we chat with Canadian music legend Alan Doyle. He has a new single, new EP and a coast to coast tour. “‘We Don’t Wanna Go Home’ is about the greatest night of your life being interrupted by the tolling of the last call bell at the pub. The speakers in the song cry the most desperate plea to the publican to keep the place open for at least one more round,” Doyle says. Doyle co-wrote the song with Donovan Woods and Todd Clark. Doyle and Brody reunite again, having previously relea...
Donny Lee
February 05, 2020 17:54 - 24 minutes - 34.3 MBThis week I chat with Donny Lee. Like a moth to a flame, country music fans are drawn to the warmth and charm of Donny Lee. A down-to-earth guy who knows no stranger, the Canadian / Nashville-based songwriter and performer has been using his musical gift since singing with his parents band as a young adult, and still strums the 65 Gibson Hummingbird his father taught him to play. Donny Lee’s magnetic personality is not only a perfect fit for the stage, he also makes every single audience m...
Aaron Goodvin
January 27, 2020 12:00 - 28 minutes - 38.6 MBThis week i chat iwth Aaron Goodvin about his new single, life as a busy writher and his dogs . This continued the momentum Aaron has experienced in the past year with the release of his brilliant album, V, which has produced the #1 radio hit “You Are” – which has been certified Gold! – and the beautiful and reactive “Bars & Churches.” These songs have amassed 55,000 spins and 150 million audience impressions on Canadian radio. "You Are" and "Bars & Churches" have combined for more than 17...
Gotta Be Alee
January 20, 2020 22:33 - 28 minutes - 39.3 MBOn this weeks episode I chat with Alee, about piano, poems, the concert she wants to attend in 2020 and more. Excited to bring you "No One Like You" - the follow-up single to “Don’t Make Me Miss You” written by Alee, Thomas Archer (“Hurricane” Luke Combs, “You Broke Up With Me” Walker Hayes”, "Got What I Got" Jason Aldean) and co-producer Lalo Guzman. The catchy sing-along featuring Alee’s signature heart filled melodies is guaranteed to steal the hearts (and ears) of country music fans. ...