In The Country With Dave Woods

From Drumheller, Alberta and now living in Langley, BC, Country artist JAYDEE BIXBY has enjoyed success with the two albums - Cowboys And Cadillacs and Easy To Love - he's released so far in his music career. His talent as a songwriter is evident on both albums. "I always thought you had to be born a writer," Jaydee says about his formative songwriting days. "I was a frustrated 14 year-old kid trying to write songs, not understanding why they didn't sound like the ones I loved. I was trying to write about what I thought people wanted to hear. But the secret is to write about what you go through. Everyone will have had those experiences and they can relate." Jaydee has just released a brand new song - which he co-wrote - called Walk You Home. Tune in to hear Jaydee talk about his music career and latest song.

On the evening of Saturday May 4th, In The Country host Dave Woods taped a special on location episode. Featured guests were talented singers, songwriters & musicians: Paul Malysa, Krista Earle, Dean Stacey & Roger Beckett. They talked about their music careers, their influences, the art of songwriting and more. You'll hear some great songs performed & some great stories told - punctuated with a whole lot of good times & laughter. Tune in and enjoy this up close & personal on location episode which took place at Paul Malysa's studio in Mississauga, Ontario. Special thanks to Les Graham for recording the show. For more In The Country episodes hosted by Dave Woods, please visit www.inthecountryinterviews.com.

Edmonton, Alberta Country music singer/songwriter DANIELLE LOWE is one of the most active young performers in the province of Alberta and has been a strong community contributor, donating her time and her voice to numerous non-profit organizations. In addition, Danielle’s big voice and dynamic stage presence have been featured at a number of high-profile events in Edmonton, including the Canadian Finals Rodeo, Oilers Hockey, Oil Kings, Edmonton Indy, the Premiere’s dinner, Lois Hole Harvest Celebration and the list goes on. Danielle has also been a favorite at several festivals and other outdoor events including Camrose’s Big Valley Jamboree and has opened for acts such as Michelle Wright and High Valley. She is the only singer in Edmonton’s history to win all three major vocal competitions as a junior in the same year: Futures Fest, Country Vocal Spotlight and Northern Star. Danielle’s first CD Off Limits was released in May of 2011 to a sold-out crowd at the Edmonton Event Centre and she received a warm wel

Described as having a voice stolen from angels, TIA MCGRAFF first stepped into the international spotlight on a CBC TV special with Johnny Cash and June Carter. Johnny was so impressed with Tia, he invited her backstage to introduce her to June. Johnny Cash wasn’t the only one who recognized a shining star. Soon heavy weights like Randy Bachman (BTO), Dan Hill (Celine Dion), Andrew Gold, Mark Slaughter (Rock Band “Slaughter”), and countless others, were inviting Tia to write and record with them. In 2010, Tia McGraff recorded, Diversity, on her and her husband's (Tommy Parham) own label, Bandana Records, and within weeks of the album’s release, received Country Recording of the Year at the Hamilton Music Awards, and broke the top 70 on the US based Americana Music Association charts. Tia is set to release a much-anticipated brand new album shortly and is here to talk about it and share some of the tracks.

Calgary, Alberta Country artist SARAH BETH KEELEY is getting set to release her brand new CD called REACH. She showcases her strong songwriting skills on seven of the songs. The new project is produced by Kevin Lato & mixed by Brian Malouf. This is the follow-up release to SBK's Reinventing Myself which featured How Much & With Your Goodbye. Sarah - a dynamic performer - has shared the stage with the likes of Sawyer Brown, Dean Brody, Shane Yellowbird, Doc Walker, and Johnny Reid. She likes to mix equal parts of Country & Rock in her songs to deliver a sound that is all her own. Tune in to get up close & personal with SBK and her new CD.

Summerside, PEI native TRINITY BRADSHAW has been singing at telethons, charity events, and various community events since she was three years old. She appeared on the TV show Emily Of New Moon, and won various local competitions, before becoming the youngest winner of the Summerside Festival Talent Search at age 14. In 2011, she moved to Calgary, Alberta to continue developing her skills as a roots, rock, pop and country crossover artist. 2012 was perhaps Trinity's most exciting year yet as she spent several months in the studio with producer Trey Mills (Melanie Fiona, X-Quisite, Canadian Brass) recording songs for her debut EP. The album will be available on May 7th and features the current single Big Town. This 21-year-old talented Canadian singer/songwriter/entertainer is currently showcasing across Canada and beyond - including a dynamic performance recently at Toronto's The Rivoli. Learn more about her at at www.trinitybradshaw.com.

Originally from Kingston, Ontario, Country artist JAMIE STEVER now has his roots firmly planted on the northern shores of Lake Ontario in Prince Edward County. Having written with hit songwriters Brian G.White ("Watching You" by Rodney Atkins) Steve Pasch (Gretchen Wilson), Jayce Hein (Jason Aldean), Joel Shewmake (Brad Paisley, Montgomery Gentry) and Pete Sallis (Philip Philips), Jamie’s soon-to-be-released album (May 2013) entitled PRETTY GOOD START was recorded at Legends Studio in Nashville. When asked what comes first, the music or the lyrics, Jamie’s typical response is “the title.” He believes that “the craft of writing is finding a way to get your title across to the listener in a clever way that hasn’t already been explored.” His latest single No One’s Stronger Than A Mother was recently released. This song is partnered with MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving.) With more than 100 chapters, 7,500 volunteers and community leaders across Canada, the organization’s mission statement is to stop impaired

It's time for another visit from Country artist MICHELLE WRIGHT! She is about to release a brand new album featuring the lead single Strong - now at radio - written by Michelle Wright, Melissa Peirce & Deric Ruttan. Michelle was nominated for Female Artist of The Year at last year's CCMAs and is up for 2 awards in May at the Country Music Association of Ontario's first-ever award show. In September 2011, she was inducted into the Canadian Country Music Hall Of Fame. Last fall, she toured across Canada with her Songs From The Halls show in which she paid tribute to singers from various Halls of Fame who had an influence on her. Michelle's hit songs include Take It Like A Man, He Would Be Sixteen, Nobody's Girl and Your Love.    

Betrayal. Revenge. Redemption.Love. You'll find all of the above in the new novel by author Christopher B. White. "The Great Recession ripped through Florida’s Panhandle with the merciless force of a category five hurricane. Its seemingly endless landfall spawned waves of business failures and foreclosures. In the midst of the devastation, a solitary songsmith played the honky tonks and tiki bars dotting the sugar white coast from Pensacola to Port St. Joe and beyond. Known to his rapidly growing throng of ardent fans as the Flea Bitten Mongrel, the troubadour’s words and music provided the salve their wearied souls desperately needed during this period of savage economic upheaval." Tune in to get up close & personal with author Christopher B. White and his novel Port City Pagans which has Country Music at the heart of its story.      

CADILLAC BLUE is a Country duo based out of Nashville, TN. They have just released their second single Thinkin' Bout You which is getting rave reviews from fans, radio and television program directors across the US, Canada and Europe. Their new video (as well as the video for Wide Open) is now airing in regular rotation on TNN - The Nashville Network broadcast in Tennessee, Illinois, Alabama, Kansas, Missouri, and Mississippi. Their debut single Wide Open was chosen as web/theme song for Nascar driver and Go Daddy girl Danica Patrick and caught on quickly with fans of racing and Country music around the world. Cadillac Blue was formed in 2003 when Terry (from Barrie, On) and Lisa (from Thunder Bay, ON) began writing and performing together in Barrie, Ontario. In 2006, they moved into their 1983 RV (which also became their recording studio) and began their journey to Music City. In 2007 Terry’s “trailer-recordings” caught the ear of legendary Nashville producer, Chuck Howard (Lee Ann Rimes, Hank Jr, Johnny Cas

Winnipeg, Manitoba Country artist JASON PETRIC released his self-titled debut EP back in 2011. The song You're Beautiful received airplay in Manitoba and nearby provinces which won Jason attention from Country fans and industry people. The successs of that song & EP led Jason to work with award-winning producer Chris Burke-Gaffney. Jason's new album is called Tease - featuring the first singleSunny Days - and is about to released in the next few weeks. “One of the most promising artists I have seen is Jason Petric. This young talented man shows all the prospects of a major artist. He has that magic spark in writing, being able to formulate songs that push all the right buttons from the listening public. His stage style is first rate, engaging and magnetic. Once you see Jason, even for a short bit, you remember him. And that is the top thing about him.....MEMORABILITY. This guy has IT!”  Marc-Alan Barnette - Music Consultant and singer/songwriter, Nashville, TN.

Saskatchewan Country artist DONNY PARENTEAU's latest album is called Bring It On. He's nominated for nine awards at this year's Saskatchewan Country Music Association Awards. The nominations include ones for Male Vocalist, Fan's Choice Entertainer, Best Album & Best Single. He also has a 2013 Juno nomination for Aboriginal Album of the Year. Donny spent over ten years touring with Country artist Neal McCoy as his fiddle player. He's a talented multi-instrumentalist who performs with energy and enthusiasm on the fiddle, mandolin, acoustic and electric guitars, and the unique mandocaster. Tune in to catch up with Donny and his latest news - and hear songs from his nominated album & the stories behind them.

Tune in for this In The CountryTriple Play Special featuring 3 great Canadian Country Music acts. You'll hear stories & songs from Nova Scotia's Kevin Davison, Western Canada's GB Roots and BC's Lisa Nicole. For more In The Country interviews, visit www.inthecountryinterviews.com.

17-year-old Kansas City, Missouri Country music artist JOSEY MILNER recently released her new single Not Pretty Enough with veteran engineers Matthew Russo (Hall and Oates) and Larry Gann (Elton John) and producer Micah Burdick. The single kicked off an anti-bullying campaign with Josey as national spokesperson for Angels and Doves. Growing up on a small farm in Missouri, one might say that Country is in Josey’s blood. At age 7, she began barrel racing at local rodeos making the rodeo arena her first stage. She started singing the National Anthem at her youth rodeos, eventually graduating to performances at PRCA rodeos across Missouri and Kansas, including the American Royal in Kansas City. Tune in and get to know this teen Country artist who sings with depth beyond her years.

Kelowna, BC Country artist CHAD BROWNLEE's current hit-filled album Love Me Or Leave Me has been nominated for best Country album at the Juno awards taking place in April 2013. He has already won the Rising Star award at the 2011 CCMAs and was nominated for Male Artist of the Year at the 2012 CCMAs. Since the release of the album, he has climbed the Country radio charts & CMT with Love Me Or Leave Me, Smoke In The Rain, Listen and now the latest single Crash. Chad is not only a talented singer/songwriter/musician but also a former hockey star - a 6th round draft pick by the Vancouver Canucks in 2003. Tune in and hear all about Chad's music career and the stories behind his songs.

Parkesburg, Pennsylvania Country artist JIGGLEY JONES recently released a 4 song EP entitled No Spring Chicken. “Let’s face it - I’m not 18 anymore and thank God for that,”says  Jones. “I’m no longer coming from a place that I have to in order to fit in. I’m coming from a place that is different because that is what I’ve become. No tattoos, no piercings, just music, strong and true, music that paints a picture.”With some success on college radio in Pennsylvania, Jones was also, as a member of a band called Q, involved with soundtrack projects on select MTV shows such as The Dennis Rodman Show, Cindy Crawford’s House of Style, and the reality show Road Rules. Tune in and get to know Jiggley Jones & his music.

Vancouver, British Columbia Country artist LISA BROKOP - now living in Nashville - has delivered hits to Country radio & CMT for years including Give Me A Ring Sometime, Take That, She Can't Save Him, I'd Like To See You Try & How Do I Let Go. Lisa's success as a songwriter is not only evidenced by the songs she's written for herself but by the songs she's had recorded by Reba McEntire, Pam Tillis & Terri Clark. In the 1994 film Harmony Cats, she played a country singer who leaves home in search of a big break in Nashville. Lisa contributed to the movie's soundtrack and her cover of Stand By Your Man - the Tammy Wynette classic - was released as a single to radio. Lisa now performs as part of the duo The Jeffersons with her husband singer/songwriter Paul Jefferson (who co-wrote Aaron Tippin's hit song That's As Close As I'll Get To Loving You & co-wrote You're Not My God with Keith Urban recorded by Keith on the album Golden Roads). Paul & Lisa's debut album as a duo is called The Jefferso

Alberta Country trio HIGH VALLEY is made up of brothers Brad, Bryan and Curtis Rempel. Their current album features the popular singles Let It Be Me, Have I Told You I Love You Lately & Love You For A Long Time. "It's not as pop as some contemporary country," says Brad of the High Valley sound. "Our music is a little more organic, a little more acoustic. We grew up singing harmony as a family and in church. There was always harmony and acoustic instruments, so our live show features a mandolin, an acoustic guitar, a bass guitar and three part harmony." The siblings grew up in Alberta on a farm in the rural community of La Crete. Life on their farm was dominated by faith, family, hard work and lots of Country music. "We always heard Diamond Rio and Ricky Skaggs growing up," says Bryan. "George Jones was played a lot too." High Valley has opened up shows for Brad Paisley, Keith Urban and Reba McEntire - and are about to open up shows for Little Big Town.

Country artist JAIDA DREYER recently released he debut album featuring the hot new single Half Broke Horses. She credits her eclectic taste in music to her mother who introduced her to classic artists like Kitty Wells and Hank Williams Sr. as well as then-current hitmakers like Tanya Tucker, Keith Whitley and Patty Loveless. Jaida was born in Thunder Bay, Ontario and rasied in Latimer, Iowa. She began riding horses at a young age and won her first of many world championships at age 5! Her album is produced by Grammy award-winning producer Bryan Gallimore who has worked with Tim McGraw, Sugarland, Martina McBride, among others. This mutli-talented artist has toured with Eric Church, Luke Bryan and Dierks Bentley. Tune in and to get to know my guest and songs from her album I Am Jaida Dreyer on which she wrote or co-wrote all 10 tracks.

Pickering, Ontario singer/songwriter PATRICK DUNE has just released his long anticipated new CD entitled Middle Ground. The single Thrill Of The Ride from the new record was released to radio in early 2013. His expressive vocal approach and trademark Rickenbacker textured open chord guitar styles play off of the strong emotional landscapes of his songwriting. Patrick caught his first break in music in the 1980s with his band The Keep which had popular songs with Time Is a Luxury and Don’t Wish Your Life Away. Today, he continues to find time to give back to the community through his recording studio as a songwriting mentor and producer. Patrick is known for his Tom Petty tribute show – Petty is his greatest influence as an artist and songwriter – that wins over audiences with the classic Heartbreaker hits. Tune in to hear this talented artist talk about his music career, new album and more.