In The Country With Dave Woods podcast

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Ontario's Paige Rutledge is here to chat abour her EP Break Up Rules which was released in September 2023! In 2020, Paige released “Take Me Back to Tiki”, followed by 2021 singles “Broken Record” and “Sunshine Sunday”. In 2022, Paige gained momentum with her single “Drinking Alone”, which landed her the cover of Amazon Music’s Breakthrough Country playlist. She followed this up with “Ain’t That Bad”, her Broadway debut in Nashville, a headlining slot at Soundcheck Entertainment’s Summer Jam and a showcase at the CCMA’s with the Blue Jays Sessions & All Woman Music. 2023 proved to be Paige’s best year yet with her heartfelt single, “Gone Ain’t Really Gone”, followed by the pleading ballad, “The Worst Thing”. “The Worst Thing” earned Paige a slot in regular rotation on SiriusXM Radio’s Top Of The Country. Paige showcased at the CMAOntario Awards weekend, headlined Yonge and Dundas Square, and was a finalist in Lucknow’s Music in the Fields Emerging Artist Showdown. Paige also opened for Walker Hayes at Thunder Bay’s Country on the Bay summer festival. To cap off the year, she showcased at the CCMA’s Country Music Week with the Diamonds in the Rough Showcase and released the stripped down version and video for “The Worst Thing”. Paige has received editorial support on a number of playlists, including Spotify’s RADAR and Live Country (now North Country), EQUAL, and Amazon Music’s Breakthrough Country, Just North of Nashville, and Brand New Music. Between writing and recording her next project, Paige takes the stage at some of Ontario’s favourite country music venues, including the Stampede Ranch in Guelph and Big Texas in Niagara Falls.…

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Interview with Andy Colonico 35:00

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Born and raised in Welland, Ontario, Andy Colonico has emerged as a versatile musician and captivating performer. As the frontman of Revive the Rose, Andy gained recognition for his dynamic stage presence and infectious rock sound. Recently, he ventured into country music, combining his rock roots with heartfelt storytelling. This transition led to features on numerous radio stations and editorial playlists. In 2024, Andy's song "HELL YEAH" marked his debut on country radio, solidifying his place in the genre. His debut country EP, Daytime Broker, named after his career as an insurance broker, dropped on September 27th, 2024. September also saw Andy honoured as "Artist of the Month" by the Country Music Association of Ontario. His career highlights include sharing the stage with prominent country acts such as Tyler Joe Miller, Tebey, Shawn Austin, Andrew Hyatt, Callie Twissleman, and more. Touring with rising stars like Robyn Ottolini and Owen Riegling further showcased his evolving artistry.…

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Interview with Carolina East 43:00

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Newfoundland and Labrador's powerhouse vocalist Carolina East released her debut full-length album Soaked in Whisky in July 2021. Over the last few years, Carolina has earned nominations & won awards from Music NL as well as the East Coast Music Awards. In 2021, Carolina competed as one of eight semi-finalists in Sirius XM’s Top of the Country competition. To date, Carolina has shared the stage with Allan Doyle, Boney M, Dallas Smith, and has opened up for various artists including Kane Brown, Blue Rodeo, Meghan Patrick, James Barker Band, and Jade Eagleson. Her songs are vulnerable and honest and connect with us in the deepest places in our hearts. Carolina is here to chat about her new single "I'm Not Scared" & get us caught up on her career plus she pays tribute to her dear friend & fellow artist/musician Chris Ryan.…

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Interview with Tyler Lorette 23:00

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Small town, big energy! Courtice, Ontario's Tyler Lorette is making his mark on the country music scene. He brings together a dynamic blend of technique and diversity that stands out on the edge where genres of country, and rock collide. At only 21, he is already an accomplished singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer. His sound embodies country’ s staple elements while embracing a more contemporary approach blending his musical roots and natural penchant for storytelling. Coming from a musical family, Tyler began playing the guitar at 4 years old and by the time he was 12, he was releasing original music, learning multiple instruments and performing on any stage he could find. Tyler has worked with award winning songwriters, producers and vocal coaches. On his recent single "Ain’t that Guy ",Tyler teamed up with award-winning songwriters Sacha, Daryl Scott and Adam Newcomb to create a hooky mid tempo release that has gained him many new fans and a whole lot of streams! His recent singles and engaging live show performance are quickly making a buzz in the industry.…

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Interview with Arlene Quinn 35:00

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A native of Ottawa, Ontario, Arlene Quinn is an award-winning performer and songwriter who has shared the stage with Kenny Rogers, Loretta Lynn, Lorrie Morgan, and Terri Clark. Her previous releases have been played in more than 63 countries. Arlene's voice is rich and smooth with a vast vocal range. She is also a natural entertainer with a positive onstage energy. It is no wonder that she has over 25,000 followers on social media. Beginning with her first performance at age five, she has risen to incredible heights in country music. When she re-entered the music scene in 2016, she came back with a bang. Her first single, “Nowhere To Go But Up” was #1 on Music Road Radio for 12 weeks and earned her Top Artist from the Chris Top Program in Nashville. In 2017, “Life is Good” won Top Song at Nashville’s Country Music Week and Arlene was featured in the Canadian Women Songwriters’ Showcase in Nashville. Then came “Jackpot” in 2019 that has over 35,000 streams on Spotify, reached #3 on the International Country Music Chart, was in the top five downloaded songs on Nashville’s Music Row Chart and has over 17,000 spins on US radio! Alene's current single “Wonder Woman” is an upbeat and inspiring song about never giving up, the power of friendship and a reminder that inside each of us is the heart of a hero…

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Interview with Justin Fancy 51:00

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Hailing from the picturesque town of Conception Bay South, Newfoundland, Justin Fancy swiftly emerged as a rising star on the Canadian Country music scene with the release of his debut single in 2020. His passion for storytelling and his authentic East Coast charm are woven into every lyric and melody he crafts. With the release of his debut album Sure Beats A Good Time in 2021, Justin secured Music NL's Awards for Country Artist of the Year and Rising Star of the Year, the first time the same artist has won both awards in the same year. In 2022, Justin was the recipient of the coveted East Coast Music Award for Fan's Choice Entertainer of the Year, a resounding testament to the strong connection he has with his fans. Justin has quickly gained accolades for his dynamic live performances, sharing the stage with Canadian chart-toppers such as Brett Kissel, Meghan Patrick, The Washboard Union, Robin Ottolini, and The Reklaws. Justin visits the ITC podcast to chat about his journey in music and his new album Whiskey And Me featuring the current single "Go Easy".…

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Interview with Lisa Brokop 41:00

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As she celebrates her 30th year in country music, Lisa Brokop is grateful to still be doing what she loves. It’s that winning combination of gratitude, youthful exuberance and seasoned wisdom that inform Brokop’s new album Who’s Gonna Fill Their Heels? The title track - featuring Georgette Jones - offers a female spin on the George Jones hit "Who's Gonna Fill Their Shoes" and pays tribute to Dolly, Patsy, Tammy and many more female country stars. The album features three great country covers - Delta Dawn, Harper Valley PTA & She's Got You. The mesmerizing lead single “Come Back Bobbie Gentry” written by Lisa and her singer/songwriter husband Paul Jefferson sets the tone for the new collection. The Vancouver-born artist who has called Nashville her home for years is currently on tour with husband Paul as they both pay tribute to country legends. Lisa with The Patsy Cline Project & Paul with Hank LIves - a tribute to Hank Williams. Learn more about Lisa in this chat featuring 3 tracks from the new album as well as a past top 20 hit "Give Me A Ring Sometime".…

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Interview with Jessica Lavallee 40:00

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Jessica Lavallee drops by the podcast to chat about her music career & her new single "Highway Say Hello"! Plus, we'll feature her previous single "Small Town Girl". About Jessica Lavallee (by Soundcheck Entertainment) Born on the northern reaches of Newfoundland and Labrador, Jessica Lavallee was raised in the remote village of Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon on the lower north shore of Quebec, an area unique to the province due to its proximity to Newfoundland and Labrador, and Canada's east coast. Jessica's love and natural ear for music began when she was just two years old years while listening to her father - also a musician - play the guitar, fiddle, accordion, and harmonica. Jessica made her initial debut at six years old with her father's band, playing in a local festival in Labrador close to home. Jessica has travelled the coast of Newfoundland and Labrador playing local venues and on board an American cruise ship when it set ashore. A graduate of the Music Industry and Performance program at the College of the North Atlantic in Stephenville, NL, Jessica was twice featured on Canadian Idol and made top ten on Country Music Television's Karaoke Star.…

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Interview with River Town Saints 32:00

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Ottawa Valley's River Town Saints (Chris McComb, Jeremy Bortot, Chase Kasner & Joe Patrois) have just dropped their highly anticipated new single, "She Got That" which is a co-write with Jason Blaine. It marks their first release under their new recording deal with Sakamoto Music, distributed by Warner Music Canada. "We can’t wait for you to hear the new music that we’ve been working hard on this year, and to be able to release it with our new label Sakamoto Music!" says River Town Saints. "We are overjoyed to welcome the talent of River Town Saints to the Sakamoto Music family," says Joelle May, Director of Promotions & Artist Services at Sakamoto Music. "Their journey, marked by hard work and remarkable skills, is truly commendable. 'She Got That' showcases their irresistible music and reaffirms their undeniable talent." "The entire team at Sakamoto Agency have been so supportive to River Town Saints and we are thrilled to be expanding our relationship to include their label side, Sakamoto Music," says Tina Simpkin, the band's manager. River Town Saints have much to celebrate in recent years, boasting an impressive 20 million audio streams and video views, a top 10 hit with their single “Bonfire,” CCMA Award nominations, CMAO and Canadian Radio Music Award wins, tours with Tim Hicks and Kip Moore and spots on the country's biggest festivals. Chris & Chase join me on the show for a great chat to talk about the group & their latest music.…

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Interview with Augusta Ray 39:00

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Ontario's Augusta Ray - you can call her Gus - recently released her sassy new single "Your Ex" which was inspired by real life. It's the follow up to her previous single "Waste Of Lime". Growing up in Toronto,on a solid diet of eclectic music acts such as Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix and Shania Twain, shaped her unique country-rock sound. Augusta's incredible vocal talent, accompanying her beautifully-crafted songs and energetic, engaging stage presence, has made her the darlin' of the stage everywhere she goes. Over the course of her career, she has shared stages with notable acts such as Trace Adkins, Montgomery Gentry, Big & Rich, Cam, Michael Ray, Toby Keith, Jess Moskaluke, Brett Kissel and Tim Hicks among others. In November of 2019, Augusta was invited to make her debut at the legendary Bluebird Café in Nashville, and has since made several appearances there as a featured writer. Since January 2020, Augusta has been able to combine her passion for music with her passion for travel, through working with Carnival Cruise Line as a guitar soloist. Since starting with the company, Augusta has performed on five different ships, and has travelled to countless countries. In 2022 alone, Augusta travelled to 13 different countries. Most recently, Augusta completed a contract on the Carnival Luminosa, as a member of the ship's inaugural entertainment // musician team. This contract was based out of Australia, with stops in New Zealand and Fiji. In addition to her love for music, Augusta is a proud mental health advocate, with a passion of promoting the importance of self-love and self-acceptance. This comes from overcoming her own struggles after being diagnosed with an eating disorder and beating it! Augusta often takes to her social media outlets to spread messages of empowerment and self-love.…

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Interview with James Downham 38:00

2 years тому38:00

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James Downham’s latest track “Wine & Whiskey” isn’t a country drinking song - as you might think. Rather, this song is about having someone in your life who can do more for you than wine or whiskey ever could. After a hard day, they’re the first person you want to see and the first person you want to talk to. “You can wash away any kind of pain. You’re my remedy. You’re my wine and whiskey.” “Wine & Whiskey” is the latest release from James' debut full-length album The Long Way Home. The track features an all-star cast of musicians, including 2022 CCMA Award Winner Mitch Jay (Steel Guitar Player of the Year, Specialty Instrument Player of the Year) and 2022 CCMA Award Nominees Mark Rynkun (Bass Player of the Year) and Rich DaSilva (Drummer of the Year). And produced by Matt Koebel. Raised in small town rural Ontario, James called Pembroke and Picton home before settling in Southwestern Ontario. He lives in Stratford, with his wife, Ange. Earlier releases from the album included 2022’s radio releases “One Mile at a Time” and “Raised On”, as well as critically acclaimed 2021 single, “We’re Okay”, a powerful duet with fellow country artist Amanda Kind. James was winner of Season 2 of The Shot, and was recently selected from thousands of applicants as one of only 14 artists to participate in The Shot: Canada vs. USA. Touted as “North America’s most intense virtual songwriting competition.” He spent over a decade performing in a Tim McGraw tribute act before turning his attention back to original music. Tune in to hear my chat with James about his career & new music.…

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Interview with Runaway Angel 41:00

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Canadian country act Runaway Angel is BACK and thrilled to have recently released their new single “Beach Please” on all streaming platforms & Canadian country radio via RÊVE MUSIC/The Orchard. Co-written in Nashville with Kate Linné Malone and produced by Adam Newcomb, “Beach Please” is the tenth anniversary single from the trio of Cadence Grace, Ann Chaplin, and Stacey Zegers. Cadence says, “We were ready to write a fun ‘beach’ song. When Kate played us this cool beat and bass line, we loved it and Ann jokingly said, ‘Beach Please’. It stuck, so we started piecing together a vision and it led to a track that we feel will make people laugh, smile, sing and dance.” “Beach Please” is a poignant milestone as the group’s first new music since Grace’s leukemia diagnosis in 2018. Following a courageous journey – which included a personal blog, a life-saving bone marrow transplant, receiving the Extraordinary CML Story Award at the 2019 Chronic Myeloid Leukemia Network Conference, and earning the Country Music Association of Ontario’s Holly and Steve Kassay Generous Spirit Award – Grace and her fellow Angels have emerged stronger and closer with a renewed purpose and a bolder emphasis on authenticity. Launched in 2013, the Ontario-based Runaway Angel caught fire as 2016 CCMA Discovery Artist nominees, later earning them 7 CMA Ontario nominations across two albums – “No End in Sight” and “Zero”, which both reached the iTunes Canadian Country Top 5 – and singles like “Witness”, a Top 50 Canadian radio hit that earned 150K Spotify streams. Beyond playing festivals like Boots and Hearts and The Havelock Jamboree, the group has also toured across Canada and Europe.…

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Interview with Dan Davidson 40:00

2 years тому40:00

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With over 20 million worldwide streams, Alberta born artist Dan Davidson has created undeniable momentum. His latest single “Girl Drinks Beer” featuring Travis Collins and Australian tour cap off a banner year. His early 2022 EP 6 Songs To Midnight marked a pivotal moment of his career, closing his previous chapter and embarking on a new era as a multifaceted artist, songwriter and producer. With the EP debuting at #1 on the iTunes sales chart in Canada, Davidson took his new collection of music on a European tour, and returned home to a CCMA nomination for Record Producer of the Year. It was at the CCMA Awards that he celebrated receiving a Platinum record for his sophomore single "Found". Dan exploded onto the Canadian country scene in 2016 when the release of his second single "Found" (co-written by Clayton Bellamy of The Road Hammers) sky-rocketed up the charts and he became the #1 charting indie artist in Canada. It was also the #1 selling Canadian country song for several weeks and went on to become certified Platinum in Canada. Since then, the rising artist has seen 6 CCMA Award nominations, 10 ACMA awards, and Top 20 charting numbers. He may be only 6 years into his country career, but Davidson is far from "green" in the music industry. He spent over 10 years playing in the well-known Canadian indie rock band Tupelo Honey, who had several top 40 hits, top selling iTunes records and toured with bands like Bon Jovi.…

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Interview with Chris Thorsteinson from Doc Walker 41:00

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Since forming in 1994, Doc Walker, composed of Chris Thorsteinson and Dave Wasyliw, have become one of Canada’s most recognized country acts. Over nearly three decades, together they have achieved 1 JUNO Award, 14 Canadian Country Music Association Awards, 21 Top 10 Canadian country radio singles, eight #1 CMT videos and accumulated millions of streams. Doc Walker’s unshakable creative partnership and overall drive to explore new musical approaches, has kept their sound fresh since releasing their breakthrough album, Curve in 2001. In 2021, the duo released “She Wants What She Wants,” their first new music since the 2017 album, Weathervane. This September, Doc Walker celebrated the 20th anniversary of the iconic hit "Rocket Girl" and released a remixed version that they are excited to share with fans. Chris and Dave just wrapped up a buch of shows as direct support for two of country music’s most iconic acts Sawyer Brown & Lonestar. The co-headline tour featured Doc Walker and George Canyon as special guests and included tour stops across Alberta, Saskatchewan, and British Columbia,…

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Interview with Mallory Johnson 38:00

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