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Welcome to One to Watch Wednesday, featuring independent and emerging artists from across Canada and their songs!

In this spotlight this week is award nominated roots artist, Ryan Langlois from Red Deer, Alberta, Canada!

Formerly fronting the multiple-award-winning Boom Chucka Boys, Langlois is no stranger to the stage. Long renowned for his performances carrying an unprecedented electricity, he is a master of his surroundings, regardless of the space. The songs hold heavy in a soft-seater venue of attentive listeners. With full accompaniment, he boasts an exhilarating experience of country-rock, folk, and storytelling, backed by Canada’s best musicians. And now, after his extensive culmination of experience and wisdom, Langlois finds himself on the move with some impressive momentum for his solo endeavors. - (ryanlangloismusic.com)

We talk all about his musical revelations and revolutions, why Johnny Cash, Corb Lund, John Prine and Bruce Springsteen are his inspirations, his mental wellness, his son Jonah's musical career and SO MUCH MORE!

You also here his two stunning songs, "Light and Dark" and his latest which was co-written by fellow country songwriter, Hannah Gazso, "Just A Word."

Big thanks going out to Ryan for hanging out on One to Watch Wednesday this week. Make sure you follow him on all social media and streaming services and check out his website to follow along his musical journey! 

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You can find more episodes of One to Watch Wednesday, HomeMade in Alberta and educational Studio B episodes on all streaming services and for more details on Studio B Podcast, you can head on over to all social media platforms. Check me out on Instagram at @sarahonairhighriver.

Welcome to HomeMade in Alberta! Featuring the rising stars of Alberta country music and their songs!

In the spotlight this week is the award winning country crooner out of Wainwright, Ryan Lindsay.

Born and raised Albertan, he's country to his core.  Lindsay began playing shows at 15 and has loved it ever since. He tells you all about his love of playing live! Lindsay took a degree in Outdoor Education in Camrose at the University of Alberta, worked as a backcountry guide and traveled extensively across the Northern Arctic of Canada an Greenland before pursuing a career in music. Lindsay's main influences include 90'a country!

Lindsay released his second EP titled “The Ride” (2020) which won him album of the year at the Country Music Alberta Awards (CMAB Awards), where Lindsay also received an award for Horizon Male artist. Prior to that, he released his first independently released EP, "Wild" (2019)  Alberta Country Music Awards,  which helped Lindsay win a CMAB Award for Rising Star. The name may also sound familiar because, in 2018, Lindsay was named Rising Star by Country 105 in their star search contest.   

Big thanks going out to Ryan for hanging out on HomeMade in Alberta this week! Make sure you go to his website ryanlindsaymusic.com for show updates and on all the socials to also follow along with his musical and travel adventures.

For all things Studio B, including more HomeMade in Alberta episodes, One to Watch Wednesday features and educational episodes, you can visit Facebook, Twitter or Instagram! You can visit me @sarahohighriver on Instagram.

Welcome to One to Watch Wednesday! Featuring independent and emerging artists from across Canada!

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In the spotlight this week is Ajax, Ontario's own country songstress, Emily Clair!

"WITH AN INVITING STYLE THAT RESONATES FROM THE CHERISHED STORYTELLING ROOTS OF COUNTRY MUSIC, EMILY CLAIR’S SOULFUL SOUND IS STEALING HEARTS, GAINING FANS, AND LEADING HER TOWARDS THE NEXT BREAKTHROUGH IN AN EVER-REWARDING CAREER. - (emilyclair.com)"

We talk about her signature sound, who she'd love to write with and share the stage with, what she does outside of music, what you wouldn't know about her from just following her on social media and SO MUCH MORE!

You also hear her two incredible songs, "Bad Habits" and her latest, "Drive Me Me."

Huge thanks going out to Emily for hanging out on One to Watch Wednesday this week! Go follow, like and listen to her everywhere now!

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MASSIVE thanks going out to DRC Music!
Live music (outdoors) is back baby!!! Woohooooooo!!!!! When you're wanting to book a live show - think of DRC Music first. They believe in live music for all and specialize in small, intimate concerts, close to all our homes, at a fair price - with well known Canadian artists. I love them because, they have a passion for supporting good music and helping you put on one heck of a concert. Get this exceptional team for an exceptional live show experience! Contact DRC about their services on Facebook now! Check them out @drcmusicofficial too!

For all things Studio B, including more One to Watch Wednesday episodes, HomeMade in Alberta and educational episodes, you can visit Facebook, Twitter or Instagram! You can visit me @sarahohighriver on instagram!

Welcome to HomeMade in Alberta, featuring the rising stars of Alberta country and their songs!

In the spotlight this week is the super fun and talented Christina Rogers from Grande Prairie!

Christina Rogers is an musically HomeMade in  Northern Alberta. She is a dynamic vocal powerhouse that will leave you speechless and gives a high energy live performance that will keep you on the dance floor all night. We talk about her early start in singing at 8 years old, her previous job as a radio host and news reporter, the fact she just got signed by a record label and so much more! 

You're also going to hear her fantastic song, "Whiskey Hangover."

Big big thanks to Christina for hanging out this week! Make sure you check out her out on all social media accounts and christinarogersmusic.com to follow along her musical journey and make sure you get her music wherever you buy, download or stream it!

For all things Studio B, including more HomeMade in Alberta episodes, One to Watch Wednesday features and educational episodes, you can visit Facebook, Twitter or Instagram! You can visit me @sarahohighriver on Instagram!

Welcome to One to Watch Wednesday, featuring independent and emerging stars across Canada and their songs!

Mike Robins is a familiar name around the Canadian Country music scene, previously as half of the duo, Autumn Hill, till 2016, where the band earned spots on the charts with multiple top ten tracks and a handful of Juno and CCMA award nominations. Hit songs included “Anything At All“, “Can’t Keep Waiting“, “Mixtape“, and the CMT #1, “Blame“. Also as the front man for East Adelaide in 2018 through 2019  with their tracks, “You Don’t Get to Love Me” and "Heaven."  Today, Mike Robins a solo artist! Mike Robins!! 

We talk about how performing as a solo act has always been his dream,  the progression of his career as a songwriter, the most amount of trouble he's gotten into on the road and so much more! 

You're also going to hear his two songs, "Lightning Don't Strike Twice" and his latest, One Beer At A Time."

Make sure to check Mike Robins out on all streaming services and social media platforms to follow along his solo career and get in on his livestreams!!

🙌Big thanks to DRC Music! 🙌 Artists, are you looking for representation or music services? Look no further than DRC Music. I know they'll offer you the best professional services and support because I've seen it!  If you’re ready to work with exceptional people and get an exceptional experience, go to DRC Music's Facebook page today for more details!

You can find more episodes of Studio B on all streaming services and for more details on Studio B Podcast, you can head on over to all social media platforms. Check me out on Instagram at @sarahonairhighriver.

Welcome to HomeMade in Alberta, featuring the rising stars of Alberta country music and their songs!

This week the spotlight is on the Edmonton band, Dirt Road Angels! 

Dahlia Wakefield, Danita Lynn, Karen Claypool and Shila Marie make up this dynamic and fun four piece band!

"The Dirt Road Angels are a rockin’ country female group who deliver deliciously layered harmonies and an undeniably hefty dose of charisma along with a high energy stage performance. Individual recording artists Danita Lynn, Dahlia Wakefield, Shila Marie and Karen Claypool came together in the fall of 2013 releasing an introductory compilation CD branding themselves the Dirt Road Angels. Since their inception, the group has gone on to record two more albums:  "Paint The Town Red" (2014) and "Extra Dirty" (2018).  However, during this pandemic, they have been writing up a storm and also felt the need to release new music. " -  (dirtroadangels.ca)

That's what we're talking about on this episode and so much more!! 

You're also going to be hearing about and hearing their brand new upbeat, positive and inspiring new song, "Dance In The Rain." 

Big big thanks going to our Dirt Road Angels for hanging out this week!

Make sure you follow them on ALL social media and on every music platform and visit their website for all their merch!

For all things Studio B, including more HomeMade in Alberta episodes, One to Watch Wednesday features and educational episodes, you can visit Facebook, Twitter or Instagram! You can visit me @sarahohighriver on instagram!

Welcome to One to Watch Wednesday, featuring independent and emerging stars across Canada and their songs!

This week a very special guest is in the spotlight! It's B.C.'s award winning country artist, Karen Lee Batten!

We talk about her love of the country genre, her experience on Canadian Idol, he love of co-writing and collaboration, you'll learn something about her that you wouldn't know from just following her on socials, and MUCH more!

You're also going to hear her two songs, "Too Strong" and, "Drinkin' Song."

Huge thanks to Karen Lee Batten for joining OTTW this week!

For all things Karen, visit all her social media! All of her music is available wherever you buy, download or stream your music right now! Go get it!

For all things Studio B, including more One to Watch Wednesday episodes, HomeMade in Alberta and educational episodes, you can visit Facebook, Twitter or Instagram! You can visit me @sarahohighriver on instagram!

Welcome to HomeMade in Alberta, featuring the rising stars of Alberta country music and their songs!

This week Hay Lakes, award winning Travis Dolter is in the spotlight!

Travis Dolter was raised on a working farm right in the middle of the Alberta prairies and far from the bustle of the big cities of Eastern Canada. Growing up playing in the family band, the Polka Ramblers, Travis recalls packing his sleeping bag so he could sleep on stage while the family finished performing! He has raced stock cars, is an avid soccer player and Ukrainian Dancer and is in his final year of Kinesiology at Augustana University in Camrose.

You're going to hear about all that AND SO MUCH MORE!

You're also going to hear his band new, super fun summer song called "Blue Seas and Palm Trees." 

Big big thanks going out to Travis for chatting this week!

You can find Travis and his music wherever you buy, download or stream your music and on all social media platforms and on his website at travisdolter.com.

For all things Studio B, you can visit all streaming services for more episodes of HomeMade in Alberta, One to Watch Wednesday and music industry education episodes and you can follow me @sarahonairhighriver on Insta!

Welcome to One to Watch Wednesday, featuring independent and emerging stars across Canada and their songs!

This week a very special guest is in the spotlight! It's Newfoundland's Jason Benoit! He is one heck of a country artist!

We talk about his Friday Night Lockdown livestreams, how his first song he got on the charts was a cover of a dance EDM song, conspiracies and comics, how he's going in a different direction with his music these days and the inspiration behind that, and MUCH more!

You're also going to hear his two songs, "Two Wrongs" and his latest, "A Lot About A  Little." 

Huge thanks to Jason for joining OTTW this week!

For all things Jason Benoit and to join his fan club, visit all his social media (and he has all of it!) now! All of his music is available wherever you buy, download or stream your music right now! Go get it!

For all things Studio B, including more One to Watch Wednesday episodes, HomeMade in Alberta and educational episodes, you can visit Facebook, Twitter or Instagram! You can visit me @sarahohighriver on instagram!

Welcome to HomeMade in Alberta, featuring the rising stars of Alberta country music and their songs! 

This week the spotlight is on Wiklund vs Wiklund.

"Based in Red Deer, musical soul mates Dan & Melody Wiklund have harmonized and traveled all over central & western Canada, playing, writing and recording original music with their award winning, acoustic duo. Heavily influenced in southern country soul, roots, blues and rock n’ roll - this fun-lovin’ pair will kick up yer heels and hit ya right in the feels!" - Their Facebook Bio.

Keep your eyes and ears open for their new song coming out May 13th called, "Horses."

You're also going to hear their upbeat and fun track, "Moonshine!"

Big big thanks going out to Dan and Melody for chatting this week! So much fun!

You can get all their music wherever you download, stream or purchase your music from and be sure to follow Wiklund vs Wiklund on all social media platforms.

For all things Studio B, you can visit all streaming services for more episodes of HomeMade in Alberta, One to Watch Wednesday and music industry education episodes and you can follow me @sarahonairhighriver on Insta!