Newsletter
January 9, 2017
This month, our feature video from Patrice Whiffen at Country Music Junkies profiles Canadian country music artist, Ryan Laird! Ryan talks about his new single, Wear Me Out, and how his beautiful bride was the inspiration for the song. He also talks about his busy cross-Canada tour, and the amazing work he’s doing with #BiggerThanThat in Canadian schools. To find out more about Ryan Laird, visit: www.ryanlaird.com. For more on Country Music Junkies, visit www.CountryMusicJunkies.com. Check out the exclusive interview with Ryan Laird below: About Patrice: To Patrice Whiffen, country music is a lifestyle. As the appropriately deemed, “Country Music Junkie,” she strives to share her passion for country music with the world. As a radio broadcaster with an inside view of the world of country music, […]
January 9, 2017
This section of the newsletter is comprised of news stories, press releases and links to Internet articles that are sent in by our members who believe they will be of general interest to the membership. We include them as a courtesy to our members but do not verify or edit their content. Their inclusion does not constitute an endorsement by the CMAO nor do their contents reflect the views or opinions of the CMAO. CIMA ROAD GOLD CERTIFICATION: APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN Launched in 2015, The Canadian Independent Music Association (CIMA) Road Gold certification program shines a spotlight on Canada’s touring artists and bands. Road Gold was created to acknowledge the dedication and drive artists must have to achieve success, broaden their fan base, and express […]
August 9, 2016
A huge congratulations to all Ontario artists, bands, musicians, companies, and industry members up for nominations at the 2016 CCMA Awards. We couldn’t be more proud! Ali Raney Amanda Kingsland (CKBY FM) Antoine Moonen Barrytone Studios Boots & Bourbon Saloon Boots and Hearts Music Festival Brianne Deslippe (Universal Music Canada) Bronwin Parks (Feisty Creative) Canadian Country Spotlight Cold Creek County The Crazy Horse Stonegrill Steakhouse & Saloon Dayna Bourgoin (CKKL FM) Deric Ruttan Doug Elash Doug Johnson Ed “Pee Wee Charles” Ringwald The Field Jason Barry Jason Blaine Jimmy Boudreau Johnny Reid Kira Isabella Leah Daniels Mark Maryanovich MDM Recordings Inc. Meghan Patrick Mike Denney (MDM Recordings Inc) Open Road Recordings Inc. Patrick Duffy (Attention) Paul Ferguson (CHCQ FM) Revolution Recordings RGK Entertainment Group Inc. […]
