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In-country music, the Front Porch has long been a place of reflection. A place where you can look at the life you have inside that front door. We aim to bring you the latest in country music news and help promote Canadian country music, artists, and music festivals. We do this by providing a fun and playful environment to talk about the world of music.
Front Porch Music
4h ago
Jolene Harnish has been headfirst back into music since the pandemic gave her the freedom and extra time to realign her goals.
Her latest single “Eat The Cake” is about embracing the small wins, celebrating yourself and living in the moment.
“Eat The Cake” follows the release of 2023 singles “Blueberries” and “Heart Too Big To Break”.
I caught up with Jolene to chat more about music, changing gears in her career, and her upcoming EP!
RELATED: Catch our original coverage of “Eat The Cake” by Jolene Harnish …
Interview With Jolene Harnish
FP: Tell me about your new single “Eat The Cake”. What w ..read more
Front Porch Music
2d ago
Ever wonder why all chaps are in fact assless? Orville Peck is here to give us the answer.
“Say, what do you think all them saddles and boots was about?”
Adding his own flair to a beloved LGBTQ+ country anthem, Orville Peck has always marched to the beat of his own drum in the world of country music. He teamed up with the legendary Willie Nelson for “Cowboys are Frequently Secretly Fond of Each Other”. His first release since signing with Warner Records.
The music video featuring Orville and Willie has also been released alongside the single. Peck’s announcement of his upcoming pro ..read more
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5d ago
Nice Horse, Alberta’s wildly talented duo, are taking the reins in the Canadian country music scene with their new album, Nice Horse!
Nice Horse is out now, and trust me, these songs are worth adding to your music collection.
Listening to this album is like having your best friend hand you a curated playlist of songs that help you acknowledge and embrace your emotions, while also encouraging you to shake off any bad vibes with an upbeat tune.
RELATED: Nice Horse Talked With Us About What It’s Like To Be a Women in Country Music …
Nice Horse, The Album
This self-titled collect ..read more
Front Porch Music
1w ago
Mitchell Makoons is a roots/rock musician from Brandon, Manitoba.
The songs Mitchell writes incorporate traditional Ojibway music and culture with modern influences.
His newest single “Changing Man” is available everywhere now. Mitchell Makoons is a ‘changing man’.
Mitchell Makoons’ Life Altering Experiences
At the tender age of 12, Mitchell Makoons suffered a life-altering concussion that would shape much of his future. Continuing to play sports, he would suffer an additional 21 concussions – to which he would eventually be told that more head trauma could become fatal.
Lightening the ..read more
Front Porch Music
1w ago
This week on the podcast we take a virtual trip to Quebec to have a chat with country artist Matt Lang.
We learned a lot about Matt, including: 1) he in fact cannot break dance, 2) he went to school for radio, 3) he has a new album All Night Longer coming out soon, 4) life in the music industry with 2 kids, and so much more.
We dive right in with Matt and talk about where he got his start, learning English through music, the star system in Quebec, and so much more.
It’s an episode you aren’t going to want to miss.
On The Porch with Front Porch Music Season 3 Episode 8: “Nous sommes sur le Fron ..read more
Front Porch Music
1w ago
Canadian artist Jolene Harnish is back in the spotlight with her newest single, “Eat The Cake,” a vibrant and uplifting anthem that showcases her signature blend of contemporary country and country-rock influences.
“Eat The Cake” follows the indie radio success of her 2023 single “Blueberries” along with “Heart Too Big To Break”.
Indulge A Little – “Eat The Cake”
“Eat The Cake” bursts to life with infectious energy, immediately grabbing listeners’ attention with its powerful blend of overdriven guitars and driving drums. The track’s production elevates Jolene’s lively and edgy vocals, which ef ..read more
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1w ago
Montreal-based singer-songwriter Brittany Kennell’s sophomore album Pink Collar is officially out now!
Blending her love for vintage rock and modern country, Pink Collar is, well … a VIBE.
If you’re looking for a pep talk on love, breakups, living your own life your way, or leaning in to new love, there’s something for everyone.
Listen to Pink Collar wherever you get your earworms.
Hard Work And A Pink Collar
A labour of love, especially for an independent artist … Pink Collar is a collection of songs empowering women in love and in life, while learning to lean into a sense of confidence in y ..read more
Front Porch Music
1w ago
CMA Fest is the longest running country music festival in the world. The 51st Annual CMA Fest hosted in downtown Nashville will take place Thursday June 6th through Sunday June 9th and will feature all of the greatest names in country music … including a ton of Canadian artists.
From free outdoor performances throughout downtown Nashville to can’t-miss lineups at Nissan Stadium and Ascend Amphitheater, attendees can catch hundreds of artists across 10 stages throughout the four-day festival, take part in special meet-and-greet moments with artists at Fan Fair X inside Music City Center ..read more
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1w ago
With a nod to the ‘90s, Chris Buck Band partners up with Gord Bamford on the toe-tapping new track, “Cowboy Boots,” available today!
Chris Buck Band’s “Cowboy Boots” with Gord Bamford
“Cowboy Boots” represents a new era for Chris Buck Band, who took a brief break from music to think about next steps for his career.
“I hate to say it but I had to take some time off to figure out what I wanted to do creatively to fill my soul again,” says Chris.
“Cowboy Boots” is just the beginning; a new generation of Chris Buck music will take you down memory lane as he recaptures the feeling he ha ..read more
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3w ago
Aaron Goodvin’s latest single “Written All Over It” is his first release of 2024. We had Aaron “On The Porch” to dive into his career so far.
Long before “Lonely Drum”, “Lucky Stars”, and “Boy Like Me”, Aaron was cutting his teeth as a songwriter. Some of his songs have been released by Luke Bryan, Cole Swindell, and Jon Pardi.
RELATED: We love Aaron’s single “Written All Over It” and covered it not too long ago …
Aaron recently won two Country Music Association of Alberta (CMAB) Awards for Male Artist of the Year and Single of the Year (Country Dance). In our chat, Aaron talked about the valu ..read more