Canadian Country Music Association Awards
2021 Canadian Country Music Association Awards Nominee Announcement
September 22nd, 2021 by Joshua MurrayThe 2021 Canadian Country Music Association (CCMA) Award nominees have been announced, bringing us one step closer to the annual awards show. This year, trophies will be handed out in London, ON at Budweiser Gardens on Monday, November 29. Across 32 categories, there are some very very talented and deserving artists, musicians, and industry professionals […]
2020 Canadian Country Music Association Awards Wrap & Review
September 28th, 2020 by Joshua MurrayOn Sunday night the Canadian Country Music Association presented their annual awards on Global TV and streaming on YouTube. The program was different than we’re used to, with performances and award acceptances pre-recorded in Nashville and Ontario at Burl’s Creek because of the COVID-19 pandemic. First and foremost, congratulations to the CCMA team and all […]
2020 Canadian Country Music Association Awards Winners
September 27th, 2020 by Joshua MurrayThings looked a little different in 2020, but Canadian country music talent shined and was celebrated at the Canadian Country Music Association Awards! Across two nights, in cities all over Canada and the United States, winners accepted the industry’s biggest awards with Brett Kissel, Tenille Townes, and Dallas Smith each ending up with three brand […]
The Canadian Country Music Association Awards Quiz!
September 23rd, 2020 by Joshua MurraySince 1982, the Canadian Country Music Association has handed out awards to the best in the business, rewarding their accomplishments and art. As we prepare for the 2020 awards, which will look and feel different because of the COVID-19 pandemic but will still mean just as much for artists and fans, we want to see […]
2020 Canadian Country Music Association Awards Nominees & Fan Poll
July 22nd, 2020 by Joshua Murray and 📸 Trish CasslingThe Canadian Country Music Association has announced the nominees for its 2020 awards, and it’s exciting news. Things might look a little different this year, but it’s still wonderful to be able to look at the list of nominees and know that they are all deserving of these honours and recognition when the awards are […]
2019 Canadian Country Music Association Awards Winners and Wrap
September 9th, 2019 by Joshua MurrayThe Canadian Country Music Association Awards have wrapped for another year after a HUGE show in Calgary, AB on Sunday night. Hosted by Dallas Smith and Billy Ray Cyrus, the broadcast was packed fantastic performances and big award wins. Smith lead the way for the men with wins for Male Artist of the Year and […]
2018 Canadian Country Music Association Awards Red Carpet Photo Review
September 11th, 2018 by Joshua MurrayCanada’s biggest country stars hit the red carpet in Hamilton at the 2018 Canadian Country Music Association Awards on Sunday night. And they looked amazing! Weather moved the red carpet indoors, but the stars still shined and posed for photos on their way into the 2018 CCMA awards show. They also stopped to engage with […]
Champagne, Lindsay Ell at Boots & Hearts 2018, Presented by Downtown Orillia
August 14th, 2018 by Joshua MurrayPresented by Downtown Orillia When Lindsay Ell steps on stage, she’s a force of nature. And on Sunday afternoon, she came to Boots & Hearts and showed everyone at the Front Porch Stage exactly what she has to offer. The Calgary native wasted no time in showing off her incredible guitar skills, along with her […]
House On Fire: Wes Mack Interview & 5 Quick Questions
January 23rd, 2018 by Joshua Murray and 📸 Trish CasslingIt’s been about two and a half years since Wes Mack released his debut full-length album, Edge Of The Storm, and now the Calgary native is back with the release of his new single, House On Fire, and he has more new music on the horizon. We caught up with Wes in Toronto during his […]
Forever Rebels: Tim Hicks Backstage Interview, Toronto
September 7th, 2017 by Joshua MurrayFrom the small stage of a downtown Toronto bar to making dreams come true in front of thousands of country music fans on the Budweiser Stage, Tim Hicks has been on a hell of a ride. Canadian country music fans know Tim Hicks as the singer of top 10 hits, fan anthems, and major tour […]
Deal With It: Alee at Boots & Hearts 2017
August 15th, 2017 by Joshua MurrayAfter a little hop and a couple deep breaths, Alee took to the Boots & Hearts 2017 main stage to kick off the Sunday music… and she killed it. With an energetic and strong set, the 2-time Alberta Country Music Association Award winner for Female Artist of the Year proved that she’s earned her nomination […]
Laugh When You Lie: Dan Davidson, Live in Toronto
July 26th, 2017 by Joshua MurrayDan Davidson may be becoming known for his wacky videos, but country radio and country music fans know that he’s the real deal, And he’s just getting started. We met up with the former Tupelo Honey rocker at Parkdale’s Rod, Gun & Barbers during a stop in Toronto to talk about his music, DIY videos, […]
Have Your Say: 2017 Canadian Country Music Association Awards Nominees!
July 13th, 2017 by Joshua MurrayThe Canadian Country Music Association has announced the full list of 2017 CCMA Awards nominees… and it’s an impressive list of Canadian country talent! We are lucky and privileged to have covered, met, and seen these artists put on amazing lives shows, record fantastic music, and grow into their careers. But now, because we know […]
Joshua’s Highlights and Top Memories of 2016!
December 13th, 2016 by Joshua Murray2016 was a long, hard year for many of us. Personally, and in the music industry, we experienced loss and heartbreak – BUT, in the midst of all of that, we also had some great moments and we have to remember that! So, to celebrate what was good about the year, here are 5 of my best […]
2016 CCMA Awards Green Carpet Photo Review
September 12th, 2016 by Trish CasslingTim and Amanda Hicks Jessi Cruikshank Chris Lane Jess MoskalukeJess Moskaluke and The LovelocksThe LovelocksWes MackKelsea BalleriniThe Washboard UnionAlisha NewtonJessica MitchellJonny HarrisMike StevensThe Road HammersJason McCoyCCMA Discovery Program Participants Two Shine County, Tenille Arts, Eric Ethridge, Runaway Angel, Livy JeanneTwo Shine CountyMeghan PatrickGord BamfordBobby WillsShahir Massoud, Steven Sabados, Amanda BainHigh ValleyChad BrownleeMurray McLauchlan and Denise […]
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