Jessica Mitchell
Love, Loss, and Acceptance – Jessica Mitchell Album Preview & Interview
May 3rd, 2018 by Joshua MurrayWe caught up with Jessica Mitchell on the phone this week to talk about her new album, Heart Of Glass, what went into making it, and what’s coming next. The Canadian singer-songwriter has become a fan favourite and darling of the community with compliments and praise coming from everyone whenever she comes up in conversation. […]
2018 Country Music Association of Ontario Award Nominees
April 11th, 2018 by Joshua MurrayThe 2018 final nominees for the Country Music Association of Ontario Awards have been announced! The awards will be handed out on Sunday, June 3 in London, ON at Centennial Hall, hosted by Jason McCoy. And along with the 15 awards up for grabs, Michelle Wright will be honoured with the Impact Award sponsored by […]
New Music Spotlight with Shawn Mendes and More
March 23rd, 2018 by Joshua MurrayNew Music from Shawn Mendes, Kylie Minogue, Jessica Mitchell, Christina Martin, and Freedom Baby We’ve got five artists spotlighted in this edition of the New Music Spotlight, with Canada standing strong and an Australian pop legend here too. Have a listen and maybe you’ll find a new song from the worlds of pop and country […]
CMA Songwriter Series, Toronto: Dean Brody, Jessica Mitchell, Marcus Hummon, and Levi Hummon
January 24th, 2018 by Joshua MurrayOn Tuesday night in Toronto, four country music singer/songwriters sat on the stage at The Great Hall to share their stories and songs with an attentive, appreciative audience. It was powerful and peaceful and everything we love about the magic of music. The CMA Songwriter Series came to Toronto and featured Canadian superstar Dean Brody, […]
Joshua’s Highlights and Top Memories of 2017!
December 28th, 2017 by Joshua Murray2017 was a year packed with great experiences, moments, and memories. I had the chance to see a lot of live music, review great albums, and interview some very talented people. I am a lucky dude to get to do what I love and share it here and through our social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, […]
Happy 70th Birthday Horseshoe Tavern!
December 10th, 2017 by thereviewsareinPhotos by Trish Cassling As Toronto’s historic and legendary Horseshoe Tavern celebrates its 70th birthday with a series of concerts this December, we’re looking back at some of our favourite shows over the last few years. We’ve been fortunate to see big names and up-and-comers take the stage at Queen Street West’s most iconic music […]
Women, Whiskey, and Music: Country Songs and Cocktails for a Cause
October 27th, 2017 by Joshua MurrayOn A Wednesday night in the heart of the city, we gathered with country music fans and whiskey lovers at the newly opened Love Child Social House for an evening of Jack Daniels cocktails and celebrations of the power of songs and the women who sing them. Jessica Mitchell, Madeline Merlo, The Lovelocks, and Jenna […]
Side A: Jillian Jacqueline Album Review
September 24th, 2017 by Joshua MurrayIn May of 2016, Rolling Stone Magazine put Jillian Jacqueline on a list of 10 Country Artists You Need to Know… and if you didn’t get to know her then, the time is now with the release of her brand new album, Side A. The nine song album comes in just under 30 minutes, and […]
Don’t Love Me: Jessica Mitchell at Boots & Hearts 2017
August 19th, 2017 by Joshua MurrayJessica Mitchell is a treasure and a talent, and on Friday at Boots & Hearts 2017 she climbed up on the Front Porch stage and showed it. In the middle of the afternoon, Jessica and her band played and sang and entertained. They filled the space with sound, they expressed the emotion and depth of […]
Boots & Hearts 2017 Preview: Day-to-Day Schedule and Stage Lineup
July 21st, 2017 by Joshua MurrayBoots & Hearts 2017 is coming, and we’re getting ready for all of the live music action that we can handle. And now we know which day, stage, and time we’ll be catching our favourite country music artists from August 10 to 13th in Oro-Medonte, ON. Now, we know that there are going to be […]
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 […]
Moments: Jessica Mitchell, the Feature
June 24th, 2017 by Joshua MurrayLife isn’t always sunshine and rainbows, Jessica Mitchell knows that, she told us that. But in those moments when it seems darkest, inspiration is abundant, and art is made. One year ago Mitchell’s life presented two bright moments that changed the course of her career, and thrust her into a spotlight that she didn’t expect […]
Cavendish Beach Music Festival 2017
May 11th, 2017 by Trish CasslingThe folks at Cavendish Beach Music Festival have been busy today. We’re here to give you all the #CBMF2017 news and there’s lots of it. Where to start? Let’s start with the newly announced Tailgate Party on Thursday, July 6th. This free event allows you to check out the venue, pick up your wristbands and […]
CMAO 2017 Awards Show and Conference Contest!
May 10th, 2017 by Joshua MurrayThe 2017 Country Music Association of Ontario Awards are coming, and London, ON is going to do a great job hosting. We know this because we just experienced a hell of a good time with the country music family during Canadian Country Music Week 2016… ask around and people will tell you the same thing. […]
Boots & Hearts 2017 Day-to-Day Lineup Announcement!
May 9th, 2017 by Joshua MurrayWe’re closing in on 3 months away from Boots & Hearts 2017 at Burl’s Creek Event Park… and with seven new names added to the lineup this morning, it feels like we’re nearing the full list of performers. And adding to that is the announcement of the day-to-day lineups for this year’s festival! Yes, we […]
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