BC native Kristin Carter has had a busy and productive run over the last couple of years, and what’s happening right now is maybe the wildest piece of it to date.

The two-time semi-finalist in the Top of the Country contest, Carter has recently released her debut single (and video) with SteelHead Music, Karma as well as a cover of Blake Shelton’s massive hit God’s Country to the excitement and appreciation of Canadian country music fans. As an emerging artist, the importance of this kind of success and exposure cannot be understated, and it is fantastic to see it coming for Kristin Carter.

We had the chance to catch up with Kristin by email to ask a few questions and to play a round of 5 Quick Questions and we’d like to thank her for sending over some awesome answers and playing along. Check out both parts of the Q&A, hit play on the videos for Karma and God’s Country, and stay tuned for more from Kristin Carter – because it’s coming!

Kristin Carter Q&A

Q. Your debut single, Karma and your cover of Blake Shelton’s God’s Country have both caught the attention of country music fans. Have you had a chance to take that in and enjoy it?

KC. It’s been super hectic since the songs got released! Releasing your first songs to the world is nerve racking but I try to remind myself to soak it all in, I’m really grateful for the response to the music and the support people have been giving me so far.

Q. You’ve got a great team at SteelHead that is known for embracing new artists. What has the experience been like working with Dallas Smith, and having Shawn Austin as a labelmate?

KC. My team is AMAZING. I’m so grateful for all that they do for me. I’m a die hard Dallas fan and have been for years, so to have someone that you idolize be championing you and investing their time in your career is pretty indescribable. I’m glad they took a chance on me, and I just hope I’m making them proud in return!

I’ve been friends with Shawn for a few years, we met performing around Vancouver. His growth as an artist has been great to watch, and I think I have to give him credit for getting my teams attention. Dallas first reached out after I posted a duet on Instagram with Shawn, so thanks bud!

Q. Canadian Country Music Week is always exciting, and this year in Calgary you were busy – do you have any highlights that you can share?

KC. The “Blue Jay Cafe” sticks out in my mind because it was such an intimate setting and a very unique opportunity to showcase my music. You’re right up close with all the audience, so you could see how they were soaking it all in and appreciating it so much. Plus, all my Calgary friends came out to that one, so it was great to see them. Also, Bamford Bash was a blast (say that 3 times fast), and being part of the CCMA official songwriters round are things I will never forget.

Q. You’re in a unique spot as the only artist to be part of both the 2018 and 2019 Top of the Country contest. How did those experiences help you move forward in your career?

KC. That contest was integral to my career growth. It was my first taste of national exposure and it really put me on the map in Canada, so to have that happen twice is pretty amazing and I feel very lucky to have their support two years in a row. It also allowed me to record at The Warehouse Studio twice. It’s such an iconic studio in Vancouver, it helped me look cool at family gatherings for a while!

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Q. We know that you’ve got love for and have been influenced by Shania and Beyonce – so here are a couple tough questions…

KC. Love is an understatement… but I’ll let one that slide haha

A) Which Shania song do you think Beyonce should cover?

KC. You’re Still The One – Bey has the range to SMASH this ballad. I’ll be dreaming about this later

B) Which Beyonce song do you think Shania should cover?

KC. Daddy Lessons – A lesser known song, but it has a country sound so I think Shania would slay that.

Q. You’re going to be at The Commodore with Tebey on The Good Ones Tour to kick off 2020, is there anything else you can tell us about what’s coming for you in the new year?

KC. Yes!! So exciting. The Commodore is such a storied venue in Van, I can’t wait to rock that stage and open up for Tebey. I’ll have to make a “denim on denim” outfit in his honour to thank him for the opportunity.

We have lots of new and exciting music coming down the pipeline, so stay tuned! I can’t wait to share it.

5 Quick Questions with Kristin Carter

Q1. If you are on a long drive and can only choose 1 album to listen to, which album would you reach for?

KC. Shania Twain: Come On Over. I know all the words, so I can keep singing for a long enough time to get to the destination.

Q2. Do you have a dream venue that you would love to play live?

KC. Rogers Arena! I would love to fill that for a home town show and be an unofficial Canuck for the night.

Q3. Who would you choose as your dream collaboration partner for a future project?

KC. Caitlyn Smith. Such an incredible singer and performer. I’d love to work with her.

Q4. What was the first album that you ever bought for yourself (CD, Tape, LP, etc.)?

KC. I can’t remember the first one I bought but the first one I had was Ricky Martin. It was because it had Livin’ La Vida Loca on it, and was a Christmas gift from my mom haha

Q5. Is there an artist that you love that you think more people should be paying attention to and listening to?

KC. Mariya Stokes from Calgary. She has a really unique vibe, and is a great singer. Check her out!

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