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Lydia Sutherland has had a whirlwind year - or a few, to say the least.

This year, she released her EP pretty girls don’t cry, has written with some her favourite songwriters - and got dropped from her first major record deal.

Lydia reached out prior to the release of her latest single “Nashville, Nashville” to talk about her year.

In the best place she’s ever been mentally, with a healthy routine, writing the best songs she’s written, losing her record deal turned out to be something she needed.

We talked about the lessons she’s learned through this journey, the investment in her mental health, and what she has in store as she continues to make her way as a songwriter.

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On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders.

The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling.

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This week's episode of "On The Porch with Front Porch Music" takes you behind the scenes at the Canadian Country Music Association (CCMA) Awards in Edmonton.

While there, we had the opportunity to connect with some of the brightest stars in Canadian country music at Content Row.

RELATED: Catch a recap of the awards show and see a full list of the winners ...

We hit the ground running at Content Row ... The bustling hub where artists and media outlets from across the country get the chance to catch up. This unique setting provided us with the perfect opportunity to have quick conversations with all of Canada's top talent.

In this episode we catch up with artists like:

• Brett Kissel
• Madeline Merlo
• Steven Lee Olsen
• Zach McPhee
• The Washboard Union
• Tim and the Glory Boys
• Hailey Benedict
• Owen Riegling
• Alli Walker
• Matt Lang
• Dax
• Shawn Austin
• Chris Buck
• Sacha

Tune in to hear exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes stories, and personal moments with these incredible artists. From nominees to presenters and performers, we've got insights and conversations you won't want to miss.

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Sarah Vanderzon grew up south of Montreal, Quebec. Blending her influences and style, Sarah’s sound infuses folk, pop, and country music.

Being very shy growing up, stepping out of her shell has been a process. We talked about Sarah’s journey to the spotlight at center stage - even if she still hides behind her instruments.

In 2023, Sarah was a finalist on Quebec’s spin off of The Voice, “La deuxième voix” and was coached by Quebec icon Roxane Bruneau. She used this experience to grow her fanbase, increasing her presence on social media and releasing her EP “Same Sad Eyes”.

This year, Sarah took to the stage at Boots and Hearts Music Festival for the Emerging Artist Showcase. Not only did she make it to Sunday and perform on the main stage before Nate Smith, but she took home the title for the year.

We chatted more with Sarah about growing up, leaning into her creative side, “La deuxième voix”, Boots and Hearts, her adorable corgi, and more!

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On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders.

The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling.
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n this episode of On The Porch with Front Porch Music, we take a virtual trip to Quebec to have a chat with Canadian country artist Trudy.

Trudy has had an incredible year, becoming a finalist in the SiriusXM Top of the Country competition. Her journey with SiriusXM has taken her to some of the biggest stages, including a showcase at Nashville’s CMA Fest, a performance at LASSO in Montreal, and an upcoming appearance at the CCMA’s Country Music Week in Edmonton.

Trudy shares her experiences as an independent artist after her time with a major label, offering insight into the challenges and rewards of navigating the industry on her own terms.

She also opens up about her unique journey through reality TV, having competed on The Voice France.

And for those planning a trip to Quebec, Trudy helps us translate some essential French country slang that you won’t want to miss.

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Another August has almost passed, and the Front Porch team has wrapped up another incredible weekend at Boots and Hearts 2024. This year, Lily took charge, connecting with many of the artists who graced the stage and handling all our social media content.

Lily got Alee to rank her own music (a tough ask, like picking a favourite child!), while Shantaia shared her experiences of singing in a hockey arena. The Hunter Brothers had us laughing as they confessed the “Golden Rules” they can’t seem to follow. Nate Haller talked about everything from camping to life on the road, and Dayna Reid revealed one of the weirdest jobs she’s ever had.

We also caught up with Brian John Harwood, Alexa Goldie, Kalsey Kulyk, and more, making this year’s Boots and Hearts another one for the books.

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The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling.

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Dr. Jada Watson spent her childhood taping the Country radio countdowns so she could listen and teach herself to play them on the piano.

Flash forward to today - Jada researches representation on radio programming and popularity charts, evaluating the rate at which songs by women, artists of color, and LGBTQ+ artists are played on country and other formats across the USA and Canada (SongData.ca). Dr. Watson is an Assistant Professor of Digital Humanities in the School of Information Studies at the University of Ottawa.

With the release of her latest work, “Share The Air: A Study Of Gender Representation on Canadian Radio”, I sat down with Jada to explore her research over the years, zeroing in on the country music landscape, and how it is evolving.

For more information and resources, please visit SongData.ca.

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The first official North of Nowhere Music Festival has come and gone. Hosted in Lindsay, Ontario, North of Nowhere was headlined by Owen Riegling to close out the two-day festival.

Friday of the festival included an Emerging Artist Showcase, with two winners announced at the finale on Saturday. Steven James Porter and Haley McNeill shared the title for the first contest Friday night capped off with Ty Baynton.

Lily had a chance to catch up with Mackenzie Leigh Meyer, Riley Taylor, Owen Riegling, Paige Rutledge, and Alexa Goldie. Spoiler: a few of these folks have brand new music coming very soon!

North Of Nowhere Music Festival was home to country music fans alike - the 2025 festival is already announced for July 18 and 19. See you there!

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Welcome back to another season of On The Porch with Front Porch Music. Thanks for tuning in for Season 3! If you liked it, please rate, review and subscribe … It's the easiest way to support our show.

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The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling.

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In this episode of On The Porch with Front Porch Music, we sit down with Calgary’s own “Dream Angel Cowboy,” Robert Adam.

Join Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar as they explore Robert’s unique journey into the world of country music. From his upbringing in church to the life lessons learned from Bible college, Robert shares his story with honesty and humour.

Discover how Robert’s fashion sense—he makes many of his own clothes—plays a pivotal role in his music and personal brand. Hear about his battle with a vocal disorder and how he overcame it to become the trailblazing artist he is today.

In a heartfelt moment, Robert opens up about coming out while attending Bible college, offering listeners a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of his life.

This episode is packed with standout moments, including Logan and Jenna’s reactions to Robert’s new song and a fun discussion about the viral trend of Toad from Super Mario Bros singing popular songs.

And, of course, Robert doesn’t shy away from throwing a bit of playful shade at Jenna.

Tune in for an engaging and candid conversation with Robert Adam.

Welcome back to another season of On The Porch with Front Porch Music. Thanks for tuning in for Season 3! If you liked it, please rate, review and subscribe … It's the easiest way to support our show.

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On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. On The Porch with Front Porch Music is produced by Jason Saunders.

The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling.

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