This Holiday season, Ontario country artist Grant Joseph has released a “This Ain’t Christmas”. An unconventional Christmas tune with a powerful message of staying safe this season. Grant has also teamed up with MADD Canada (Mothers Against Drunk Driving), the CCMAs, Yangaroo, and us here at Front Porch Music to help spread the word about this song, and the message it stands for. The Home Safe Holidays Giveaway campaign has started. A full campaign paired with this song to ensure everyone gets home safe this Holiday season. Learn more about the campaign, and how you can win a pair of tickets t ..read more

As the holiday season approaches, Canadian country artist Grant Joseph teams up with influential allies to drive home a vital message … to keep our celebrations safe and joyful, all while getting home safe. Grant joins forces with MADD Canada (Mothers Against Drunk Driving), the Canadian Country Music Association (CCMA), Yangaroo Music, and Front Porch Music (that’s us!) for the “Home Safe Holiday Giveaway” campaign. This is a mission to educate and raise awareness and impact of impaired driving. Grant Joseph’s new holiday song, “This Ain’t Christmas”, serves as the anthem for this campaign, o ..read more

Kalsey Kulyk’s latest single, “Love Me Like an Outlaw,” is currently sitting at #27 at Canadian country radio, and is still climbing. Clenching two of the top three coveted radio programs, Rogers One To Watch and Stingray Trending Track, “Love Me Like An Outlaw” has garnered support from country radio, fans, and industry across Canada. “Love Me Like an Outlaw” follows the release of the earlier 2023 single “Ain’t Enough Whiskey”.  Transporting To A Western Love Story “Love Me Like An Outlaw” immediately transports listeners to a hazy western dream. Falling in love with a cowboy who you k ..read more

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the 2024 Country Thunder Alberta Festival! This three-day event will feature some of the biggest names in country music taking the stage in Calgary, Alberta, from August 16-18, 2024. This year’s festival will be headlined by Luke combs, Hardy, Dallas Smith and will feature so many other artists throughout the weekend. The full lineup announcement will be coming soon. RELATED: Get your tickets for this year’s Country Thunder Alberta Festival … The festival promises to be a weekend filled with great music, good company, and fun activities. And when th ..read more

Manitoba emerging artist Brandi Vezina is getting into the holiday spirit with her brand new single “No More Tears This Christmas” Brandi is also hot off a win at the Manitoba Country Music Awards for NCI Indigenous Country Music award, along with nominations for Female Artist Of The Year, Music Video Of The Year, and Interactive Artist Of The Year. “No More Tears This Christmas” Brandi Vezina and her bandmates set out to write something catchy & lighthearted with a bit of a cheeky side. “Romantic songs are not quite in my wheelhouse; however, my band and I were on a writing trip and had ..read more

Canadian country artist Dan Davidson’s latest album, Nineteen Eighty Something, breaks the mold with its mix of modernized country and 80s pop nostalgia. We had a chat with Dan not too long ago. He shared his creative process, emphasizing the importance of evolving as an artist and not repeating himself. “I feel like it’s something that’s not really been done in Canadian country – which seemed like a real opportunity (and a great challenge) for me! Showing depth and personality is what I think makes artists stick around,” he adds, and that’s precisely what “Nineteen Eighty Something” delivers ..read more

After an incredible 25-year journey filled with international hits, Emerson Drive, one of North America’s most iconic country bands, is ready to take their final bow. The band has just announced their farewell tour, “One for the Road: The Final Run,” which will kick off in the spring of 2024 (we won’t be missing it)! They also released a brand-new single, “Break Us,” to their fans on November 3. The Final Tour: “One for the Road – The Final Run” Emerson Drive’s decision to wrap up their touring career as a group is a momentous one; and definitely a bit sad for lifelong fans of the iconic band ..read more

Saskatchewan … are you ready to party this Summer? Country Thunder Saskatchewan in Craven have announced the lineup for 2024 and it’s looking like it’s going to be the party of the year! This festival is back in a big way. They have announced three fantastic headliners and a whole crew of amazing artists to round out the weekend. Running from July 11-14 in Craven Saskatchewan, you will have the chance to see Luke Combs, Nickelback and Dallas Smith will headline the festival. RELATED: Get your tickets for the 2024 Country Thunder Saskatchewan Festival here … “Luke Combs created a huge buzz ..read more

It’s almost time to get in the Holiday spirit! The CMA Ontario presents the “SnowBall” Holiday Market, a heartwarming event scheduled for Thursday, November 23rd at Port Credit’s Small Arms Inspection Building. In collaboration with Elyse Saunders’ “Warm Coats Warm Hearts” Coat Drive & Concert, this evening promises to be the perfect way to get jolly! RELATED: Get your tickets for the SnowBall for a great night of music … As winter approaches, it’s important to remember that not everyone has the privilege of a warm winter coat. Elyse Saunders’ “Warm Coats Warm Hearts” initiative is all ab ..read more

One of Canada’s biggest music festivals is back for another great year. Big Valley Jamboree in Camrose Alberta has announced some great artists who will be playing at this year’s festival. The headliners for this year’s festival are Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson and Keith Urban. They’ll be kicking off the festival with Riley Green headlining the kickoff party. This festival takes place from August 1-4, 2024 at the Camrose Regional Exhibition Grounds. RELATED: Get your tickets before they’re all gone! Get them here … This year’s lineup includes some really great Canadian artists too. Legendary ar ..read more