Podcast appearances and mentions of Madeline Merlo

Welcome back to this week's episode of Diving in Deep with Sara Evans! Sara sits down with the very talented singer-songwriter Madeline Merlo. They chat about everything from her marriage to a lawyer, the ups and downs of being an artist during COVID, to her big move from Canada to Nashville.Madeline shares some fun stories, like how she got started in music with a kindergarten talent show performance, and how she scored a record deal in Canada at just 18. She also opens up about her big break on NBC's Songland, where her song “Champagne Night” was picked by Lady A and went on to become a huge hit.The conversation also dives into Madeline's relationship with her husband, the importance of therapy, and how her personal experiences shape her music. She talks about the sacrifices artists make to follow their dreams and the joy of creating music that truly connects with people.It's an inspiring episode packed with real stories, behind-the-scenes music industry insights, and a peek into the life of this rising star!Listen to Unbroke: (https://ffm.to/seunbroke). About Madeline Merlo:Madeline Merlo is a rising country star with a fresh, modern style and a PLATINUM-certified #1 hit to her name. Her new EP, *ONE HOUSE DOWN (from the girl next door)*, is her most personal yet—a heartfelt message of self-worth. Hailing from British Columbia, she grew up on classic soul, R&B, and ‘90s country, inspired by legends like Aretha Franklin, Dolly Parton, and Shania Twain. She started making songwriting trips to Nashville at 16, signed a record deal at 18, and won the CCMA Rising Star Award in 2015. In 2020, she won *Songland* with “Champagne Night,” a three-week #1 hit for Lady A. Now named to CMT's 2024 Next Women of Country, Merlo continues to shine with her latest project, featuring “Broken Heart Thing” with Dustin Lynch.LET'S BE SOCIAL:Follow Madeline Merlo:Instagram – (@madelinemerlo)Tiktok – (@madelinemerlo)Twitter/X – (@madelinemerlo)YouTube – (@madelinemerlo)Facebook – (@madelinemerlo)Website – madelinemerlo.comFollow Diving in Deep Podcast:Instagram –(@divingindeeppod)TikTok – (@divingindeeppod)Twitter – (@divingindeeppod)Facebook – (@divingindeeppod)Follow Sara Evans: Instagram – (@saraevansmusic)TikTok – (@saraevansmusic)Twitter – (@saraevansmusic)Facebook – (@saraevansmusic)Produced and Edited by: The Cast Collective (Nashville, TN)YouTube – ( @TheCastCollective )Instagram – (@TheCastCollective)Twitter – (@TheCastCollective)Directed by: Erin DuganEdited By: Sean Dugan, Corey Williams, & Michaela Dolphhttps://www.thecastcollective.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Madeline Merlo is a rising force in modern country, blending raw emotion with breathtaking vocals. A two-time CCMA award winner and 2024 nominee for Female Artist of the Year, her new EP One House Down (from the Girl Next Door) explores the emotional journey of a breakup, with each track representing a different room in a house. Produced by Zach Crowell and featuring Keith Urban’s guitar, the EP reflects Madeline’s unique ability to combine tenderness and power in her music. Known for writing Lady A’s three-week No. 1 hit “Champagne Night,” Madeline is a multi-platinum, award-winning songwriter whose work has earned her accolades like the CCMA Songwriter of the Year. Her music is deeply personal, written not only for herself but for others navigating love, loss, and self-discovery. “It’s my struggle through finding myself,” she says, “and I hope this project makes people feel heard, seen, and understood.” With a foundation of family support and a refreshing perspective on mental health, Madeline’s music is both a raw emotional release and a beacon of hope, showing that even in the toughest moments, we’re never truly alone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hi guys and welcome back to a very special episode of our podcast. This week we are live in Nashville at CMA Fest 2024 with some very special guests and breakdown everything that is happening at CMA Fest. This episode we have interview with Niko Moon, Blanco Brown, Drake Milligan, Brooke Eden, Madeline Merlo and Tayler Holder. I hope you guys enjoy this one!

Wish We Never Met singer Madeline Merlo? Listen to the new episode of WWNM to find out!The CCMA-Award winning performer and chart-topping songwriter joins Amy and Dan to share a “Wish I Never…” story about her one regrettable tattoo, before discussing her recent Opry debut, how challenging a move to Nashville is for a Canadian artist, and a lot more.Merlo's new EP ONE HOUSE DOWN (from the girl next door) is out now and trust the co-hosts when they say that every, single track is a BOP!Dan and Amy also talk Kelly Clarkson holiday tunes and debate whether or not she's a “gay icon”, before segueing to the charm of Tiffani Amber Thiessen and Jennifer Love Hewitt…and Ghost Whisperer too, naturally.THANK YOU for listening to Wish We Never Met! New episodes released every Thursday.Give this new podcast some love by clicking "follow" on Spotify or Apple, and consider leaving a 5-star review too!FOLLOW the podcast on social media - @wishwenevermetpodcastDo YOU have someone you wish you never met? Something you wish you never said? A place you wish you never went?Email us at wishwenevermetpodcast@gmail.com. We want to hear from YOU!

Baylen meets up-and-coming country star Madeline Merlo to talk about her new collaboration with Dustin Lynch, what it was like moving to Nashville, and how it felt to play her Grand Ole Opry debut.

Colt and David sit down with singer/songwriter Jason Blaine.  Originally from Pembroke, Ontario, Blaine moved to Nashville in the Fall of 2006. He burst onto the scene in a big way in 2007 with his first #1 hit single “Rock In My Boot” which led to multiple CCMA nominations and appearances and paved the way for a string of hit singles and major festival stages across Canada.With over 13 Top 10 singles in Canada including hits such as “They Don't Make ‘Em Like That Anymore”,  “Country Side”, “Dance With My Daughter” and his most recent Top 10 smash ”The Road That Raised You Up” and has also become a respected craftsmen of hits for other artists including Chris Jansen, Parmalee, Brantley Gilbert, Scotty McCreery, and Madeline Merlo and others in the Nashville community. Website: www.jasonblaine.caInstagram: www.instagram.com/jasonblaineofficialTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@jasonblainetiktokSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4k4DTNqE48dzmwOQU8PaKQ?si=rUAiREGETmGYMC6XbvwDdwSend us a Text Message.Support the Show.Check out our socials and follow us!Facebook: www.facebook.com/TwangTownPodcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/TwangTownPodTwitter: www.twitter.com/TwangTownPodWe would love your support to continue to bring listeners amazing content!Cash App: www.cash.app/$TwangTownPodBuzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2232176/support

It's easy to tell other people to seek help or take charge of their mental health, but much harder to take those steps when you need to do so for yourself. But struggles with your mental health don't mean you're mentally weak. Accomplished singer and songwriter Madeline Merlo has made it her mission to remove the stigma associated with mental health issues. She has a history of panic attacks, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. And she's learned the importance of seeking help, getting proactive about managing her symptoms, and making healthy lifestyle changes. Some of things she talks about today are how to find the courage to start healing, how to identify the things that can improve your mental health, and the coping skills that help her feel better. Links & Resources Visit Madeline's website - MadelineMerlo.com Offers From Our Sponsors Babbel - Get 50% off on a one-time payment for a lifetime Babbel subscription at Babbel.com/STRONGER Shopify - Sign up for a $1/month trial period at shopify.com/mentallystronger LMNT - Get your electrolytes in balance with LMNT. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/stronger, and get a free sample pack with any purchase. Paired - Connect with your partner every day using Paired. Download the app at https://www.paired.com/STRONGER Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get exclusive bonus episodes, access to the Mentally Stronger community, and answers to your questions about mental strength! Connect with the Show Buy Amy's books on mental strength Connect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthor Email the show — Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.com Order 13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don't Do Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week On The Porch we take you to the heart of Country Music week at the CCMA Awards in Hamilton. Every year, country artists from across Canada and straight from Nashville gather to celebrate the best in country music. In this special episode, we take you to the Red Carpet and Content Row to capture live interviews from some of Canada's most celebrated country artists.We speak to some of the most accomplished artists in Canada. Some of the artists you're going to hear from are: Carolyn Dawn Johnson, Gord Bamford, Hailey Benedict, Jojo Mason, Hunter Brothers, Jason McCoy, Alicia McCarvell, Julie Kennedy, Madeline Merlo, Tenille Townes, Kyle McKearney, and more. Hear their candid conversations, exclusive insights, and the emotions that drive their passion for country music.Support the show

On the latest episode of Melodies and Menus, co-hosts Dan Clapson and Madison Olds chat with Candian country music stars Madeline Merlo and Andrew Hyatt.The CCMA Award-winning artists (separately) discuss everything from their lives in Nashville, how the American city's food scene has evolved, what Canadian treats they miss from back home and much more.

At the root of it all, Jason Blaine was born to sing, write and entertain. His love for country music has taken him to the forefront of the Canadian music scene where he has remained for over a decade. With over 12 Top 10 singles in Canada including hits such as “Country Side” and “Friends of Mine”, he has also become a craftsmen of hits for other people including Chris Jansen, Parmalee, Petric and Madeline Merlo and others. Originally from Pembroke, Ontario, Blaine moved to Nashville in the fall of 2006 with his wife Amy and their three-month-old baby girl. He burst onto the scene in a big way in 2007 with his first #1 hit single “Rock In My Boot” which led to multiple CCMA nominations and paved the way for a string of hit singles and major festival appearances across the country. Perhaps the biggest game changer came in 2012 when he released the biographical “They Don't Make ‘Em Like That Anymore”, which was written for his grandfather. The song was one of his biggest hits connecting with fans of all generations and eventually went on to win ​CCMA Single of the Year ​ that same year. In between releasing hit songs and co-headling tours with Tebey, Chad Brownlee and Deric Ruttan, Blaine also found time to start up his annual Jason Blaine Celebrity Charity Golf Classic. Over the past five years, fellow artists and hockey legends ranging from Dallas Smith, Tim Hicks, and Gord Bamford, to Doug Gilmour and Bryan Murray have all contributed to helping raise over $500,000 for various hometown charities in Pembroke. Now, a multiple CCMA, SOCAN & CMAO award winner with over 20+ radio hits, six full length albums, over 12 million digital streams, and Jason still feels like he's just getting started. Writing full time within Nashville's publishing community, Jason resides in Hendersonville, Tennessee with his wife Amy and their four children. This past summer the next chapter began as he began work on his brand new album, which was produced by Jay Tooke. The project breathes new life while lending itself to what Jason does best; great country music performed by one of Canada's most distinctive voices, telling stories of home, love, and nights on the town. As a craftsmen of songs, Jason found and wrote songs for the project which embody his artistry and move him into the next season of his career.

This week, we talk to Canadian country artist Madeline Merlo. It's been a whirlwind of a time for Madeline in the last few years ... so we wanted to talk to her about it. From signing a new Nashville record deal, to winning Songland on NBC, to having Lady A take one of her songs to number 1, we talk about it all. Together, we try and figure out what the secret sauce is that makes Madeline's music resonate so strongly with audiences. She shares the inspiration behind songs like "It Didn't", "War Paint", "Champagne Night", and more. This is the first time we've had Madeline join us "On The Porch" for a live conversation. We hope you enjoy listening to this conversation as much as we did recording it. So here's our conversation with Madeline Merlo.On The Porch with Front Porch Music Season 1 Episode 21: "Crushing Milestones, Songland and New Music with Madeline Merlo"Thanks so much for checking out this episode of On The Porch with Front Porch Music. If you liked it, please rate, review and subscribe … It's the easiest way to support our show. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch, every other Tuesday.On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. This episode was edited and produced by Jason Saunders. The theme song for this podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling.Support the show

(SEASON 3 EP. 1) MADELINE MERLO Starting off SEASON 3 of Country with Celine we have Madeline Merlo!! Madeline is on the verge of releasing her latest EP, “Slide” this Friday, September 23rd! Her first release with her new U.S. record deal. After taking a pause on releasing music for 2 years, she is back! The singer talks what inspired her to comeback with these collection of songs and her favourite on the album. Interesting fact, her title track “Slide” was originally written for Sam Hunt. Find out how Madeline had it land in her lap! “It Didn't” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vp7qb1kJdMc “Dear Me” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DwJJDZ-StyY SOCIALS: INSTA: https://www.instagram.com/madelinemerlo/?hl=en WEB: https://www.madelinemerlo.com __ Intro Music by Jack Vandervelde - Georgia - https://thmatc.co/?l=82F1F26E Intro Created by https://www.instagram.com/bookitediting/ @bookitediting _______________ FOLLOW & KEEP UP with COUNTRY WITH CELINE: Insta: https://www.instagram.com/countrywithceline/ Web: https://countrywithceline.ca Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/country-with-celine/id1563285858 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ULNqzQp0Tw0Jv4g0Rtjxz --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/countrywithceline/message

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I gave our GX94 Backyard Concert winner, Jaclyn Hojnocki from Roblin, a call this morning to see how her afternoon with Madeline Merlo was this past weekend. -Tonya-

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From the US, Texas & Canada 1st for Weekly neo-traditonal & classic Country program Fred's Country 2021 w # 50: Canadian Country Christmas only Part 1: - Gord Bamford, Baseball Glove - - Paul Brandt, Six Tons Of Toys - Jaida Dreyer, I Saw Mommy kissing Santa Claus - Danielle Marie, Santa Baby - Beverley Mahood, Let it snow, Let it snow Part 2: - Dean Brody, The Woodshed Is Full - Dan Washburn, Christmas In The Country - Tracy Millar, Him - Travis Dolter, Perfect Holiday Part 3 : - Madeline Merlo, Jolly Ol' Redneck - Brian Mallery, Santa Looked a lot Like Daddy - Hert Leblanc, Noel en Acadie - Terri Clark, Merry Christmas (Where ever in the world) - Gord Bamford, Storybook Christmas Part 4: - Renegade Station, Christmas without You - Jimmy Rankin, Winter Wonderland - Marlee Scott, Some Day at Christmas - the WSA, I'm Sending You My Heart this Christmas

About Andrew Mactaggart, Founder, Burlingtone Music AcademyBorn and raised in Burlington Ontario, Andrew Mactaggart is an accomplished, versatile and sought-after musician.Andrew saved up his money for 15 years to buy his first guitar and he hasn't put it down since. To this day Andrew walks around the house with his “axe” strapped to his back at all times. Andrew's love of the guitar runs very deep. Since his first strum, he has dedicated his life to all things guitar - performance, recording, pedal sounds, theory, and almost 20 years of instruction at well-established music schools. While behind a guitar is “home” for Andrew, he is a multi-instrumentalist, proficient at playing the mandolin and ukulele as well.Andrew's years of performing on stage, in studio and on screen have made him a master of his trade and a first choice to backup country, pop and rock artists alike, including Brian Melo, Tomi Swick, Tara Oram, Jason McCoy, Dallas Smith, Kira Isabella, Small Town Pistols, Tim Hicks, Tebey, Madeline Merlo, Maggie Rose, Gretchen Wilson, Alice Cooper & Steven Tyler of Aerosmith.Music is Andrew's life, a path that not only lead to a successful career, but one that also lead him to his future wife, Suzie McNeil. After a year of playing together as bandmates in The Loving Mary Band in Nashville, they caught the eye of Aerosmith front man, Steven Tyler who asked them to back him up for his Out on a Limb North American Tour.Contributing to multiple gold record recordings, touring the world and playing alongside his wife in all of their many musical projects, Andrew has made music his life, a passion that overflows into every lesson his gives

 On this episode of Beyond The Melody, Brian speak with Canadian country star Jason Blaine! At the root of it all, Jason Blaine was born to sing, write and entertain. His love for country music has taken him to  the forefront of the Canadian music scene where he has remained for over a decade. With over 12 Top 10 singles in  Canada including hits such as “Country Side” and “Friends of Mine”, he has also become a craftsmen of hits for  other people including Chris Jansen, Parmalee, Petric and Madeline Merlo and others.  Originally from Pembroke, Ontario, Blaine moved to Nashville in the fall of 2006 with his wife Amy and their  three-month-old baby girl. He burst onto the scene in a big way in 2007 with his first #1 hit single “Rock In My  Boot” which led to multiple CCMA nominations and paved the way for a string of hit singles and major festival  appearances across the country.  Perhaps the biggest game changer came in 2012 when he released the biographical “They Don't Make ‘Em Like  That Anymore”, which was written for his grandfather. The song was one of his biggest hits connecting with fans of  all generations and eventually went on to win ​CCMA Single of the Year ​ that same year.  In between releasing hit songs and co-headling tours with Tebey, Chad Brownlee and Deric Ruttan, Blaine also  found time to start up his annual Jason Blaine Celebrity Charity Golf Classic. Over the past five years, fellow artists  and hockey legends ranging from Dallas Smith, Tim Hicks, and Gord Bamford, to Doug Gilmour and Bryan Murray  have all contributed to helping raise over $500,000 for various hometown charities in Pembroke.  Now, a multiple CCMA, SOCAN & CMAO award winner with over 20+ radio hits, six full length albums, over 8  million digital streams, and Jason still feels like he's just getting started. Writing full time within Nashville's  publishing community, Jason resides in Hendersonville, Tennessee with his wife Amy and their four children.This past summer the next chapter began as he began work on his brand new album, which was produced by  Danick Dupelle (Emerson Drive, Tebey). The project breathes new life while lending itself to what Jason does best;  great country music performed by one of Canada's most distinctive voices, telling stories of home, love, and nights on the town. As a craftsmen of songs, Jason found and wrote songs for the project which embody his artistry and  move him into the next season of his career. 

This week, Shilo is chatting with Tim from Tim And The Glory Boys. They chat record deal, working with Brad Rempel from High Valley, being mistaken for Madeline Merlo, and building a studio from scratch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron Kitchener is the founder of RGK Entertainment Group, The umbrella of RGK Entertainment Group includes: Open Road Recordings, Canada's #1 country record label; publishing companies Roots Three Music and Rogue 11, DART Events, a touring events planning company, Top Country.ca, Canada's premiere country music source and RGK One Shot Productions. RGK remains strongly focused on artist management and development. Management Company of the Year six years in a row (2009 – 2014), eight times total, with Kitchener himself winning Manager of the Year 14 times at the Canadian Country Music Awards (CCMA). RGK Entertainment's innovative management style and business acumen has overseen acts such as Johnny Reid, Corb Lund, and Doc Walker over the years, and currently leads a talented roster that currently includes award-winners Tim Hicks, The Road Hammers, Madeline Merlo, Hunter Brothers, Clayton Bellamy, Jason McCoy, and Blackjack Billy, in addition to newcomers Jessica Mitchell and Sons of Daughters.

Dave Kirby (@davekirbymusic) is the guitarist for Madeline Merlo, creator of the new guitar course String Theory, and an all-around great guy. We pick Dave’s brain on the online marketing of his new new course, it’s design, and what he’s been up to during quarantine. Check out Dave’s guitar course here! Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! Check ... Read More

Award winning artist Kendra Kay was raised on the Canadian prairies and is true to her country roots. She won the 2019 Manitoba Country Music Award (MCMA) for Female Artist of the Year, as well as the 2018 and 2019 MCMA Fan’s Choice Award. The 23-year-old, known for high energy performances and down to earth personality, recently signed with Sakamoto Agency. She worked with producer Karen Kosowski (Brett Kissel, Madeline Merlo) for her latest single "Steady". Called ‘Canada’s Country Girl’ (Harlton Empire), she toured across Canada and played the CFL Banjo Bowl Halftime Show, opened for James Barker Band, Gord Bamford and performed with Tim Hicks.Known for her powerhouse vocals, down to earth personality and high energy shows, she has firmly established herself as an artist to watch and a ‘rising countrystar’ (Brandon Sun) in the Canadian country music scene. Her latest single ‘Steady’ is a modern take on the traditional country sound, written by a stellar group of female songwriters including Madeline Merlo (NBC Songland), Victoria Banks (Jessica Simpson, Sara Evans) and Karen Kosowski (Brett Kissel, Tim Hicks), with Kosowski also taking the reigns on production duties.VISIT KENDRA ON SOCIALS: Website: http://www.kendrakaymusic.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KendraKMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kendrakaymusic Twitter: https://twitter.com/kendrakmusic YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0xPkmc7nXv31emdwlk3KFA 

Singer, Songwriter & Mental Health advocate, Madeline Merlo joins us today! Hailing from Maple Ridge, BC, Madeline is a CCMA Award and two-time BCCMA Award winning artist, with six Top 15 singles under her belt. Now based in Nashville, TN, Merlo continues to live up to Spotify’s prediction that she is one of the biggest rising stars to watch. Madeline has over 23 million global streams, and in March 2020, she was featured in Spotify's 'Music Needs Women' campaign. But how exactly did she get here? What did THAT look like? Madeline’s story takes us on a journey from childhood songwriting, to being discovered THROUGH A WALL, to being selected as the most recent songwriter of Lady Antebellum's new single “Champagne Night”. And, of course, we deep dive on how mental health and music can really come together. Find Madeline on IG @MadelineMerlo and listen to one of her 3 new singles JUST released!   Get YOUR FIRST MONTH FREE on select crates at kiwico.com/PAPAYA    For a total of $80 off your first 3 weeks of HelloFresh including free shipping, go to HelloFresh.ca/papaya80 and enter code papaya80   Produced by Dear Media. 

This week, I chat with Dave Haywood from Lady Antebellum. We chat about the new single co-written by Madeline Merlo, his daughters favourite movie, how the band is dealing with not being together in person, and much more.

Country hitmakers Lady Antebellum peel back the curtain on their Grammy-winning smash single “Need You Now,” and writer Madeline Merlo shares the story behind her winning song, the backroad party anthem “Champagne Night.” Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

https://www.jasonblaine.ca At the root of it all, Jason Blaine was born to sing, write and entertain. His love for country music has taken him to the forefront of the Canadian music scene where he has remained for over a decade. With over 12 Top 10 singles in Canada including hits such as “Country Side” and “Friends of Mine”, he has also become a craftsmen of hits for other people including Chris Jansen, Parmalee, Petric and Madeline Merlo and others. Originally from Pembroke, Ontario, Blaine moved to Nashville in the fall of 2006 with his wife Amy and their three-month-old baby girl. He burst onto the scene in a big way in 2007 with his first #1 hit single “Rock In My Boot” which led to multiple CCMA nominations and paved the way for a string of hit singles and major festival appearances across the country. Perhaps the biggest game changer came in 2012 when he released the biographical “They Don’t Make ‘Em Like That Anymore”, which was written for his grandfather. The song was one of his biggest hits connecting with fans of all generations and eventually went on to win ​CCMA Single of the Year ​ that same year. In between releasing hit songs and co-headling tours with Tebey, Chad Brownlee and Deric Ruttan, Blaine also found time to start up his annual Jason Blaine Celebrity Charity Golf Classic. Over the past five years, fellow artists and hockey legends ranging from Dallas Smith, Tim Hicks, and Gord Bamford, to Doug Gilmour and Bryan Murray have all contributed to helping raise over $500,000 for various hometown charities in Pembroke. Now, a multiple CCMA, SOCAN & CMAO award winner with over 20+ radio hits, six full length albums, over 8 million digital streams, and Jason still feels like he’s just getting started. Writing full time within Nashville’s publishing community, Jason resides in Hendersonville, Tennessee with his wife Amy and their four children. This past summer the next chapter began as he began work on his brand new album, which was produced by Danick Dupelle (Emerson Drive, Tebey). The project breathes new life while lending itself to what Jason does best; great country music performed by one of Canada’s most distinctive voices, telling stories of home, love, and nights on the town. As a craftsmen of songs, Jason found and wrote songs for the project which embody his artistry and move him into the next season of his career.

All the way from Nashville, country boss babe Madeline Merlo is joining Donni and Bailey to share her story of chasing her dreams, why she's proud of her 12 year old self and how she wrote her new hit song Neon Love. You'll also find out why she loves whales, what it was like to win a CCMA and what's next for her. | #PRIVtalks

From Canada to Nashville, Karen Kosowski chats about producing pop & country music, using Logic Pro X, and how to take a song arrangement to the next level! CLICK HERE FOR SHOW NOTES AT: http://RSRockstars.com/114 YouTube Links: https://youtu.be/RqwqfEuSkIg https://youtu.be/FEXMh_pEa7A https://youtu.be/iEzc9aafW2w https://youtu.be/P0Fu434bYc0 https://youtu.be/gNhrMz_9Y2M My guest is Canadian-born producer and songwriter, Karen Kosowski. Karen has had multiple chart topping productions crossing over from total ear-catching pop to party-driving country music. She has recently had an American top 40 hit “Somebody To Love Me” with Tyron, and in Canada, multiple hits for the artist Emma-Lee, the #4 Billboard AC hit “It Won’t Be Christmas”, and the Top 20 AC/Top 30 HotAC hit “Worst Enemy”, and for Michelle Treacy the Top 30 HotAC hit “Colours”. In country music, Karen produced the Top 20 hit “Motel Flamingo” for Madeline Merlo and co-wrote Alee’s Billboard Top 20 hit “Only The Strong Survive”. In 2015, she wrote and produced the music for Pan Am Games medal ceremonies, and has numerous TV/film placements on networks such as HBO Canada, CBS, FX Network, Lifetime Network, NickTeen, Space, the CW, and in feature films like the award-winning thriller “The Scarehouse” and Wangofilms’ action movie “88” (starring Christopher Lloyd) - for which she was nominated in the category of Achievement in Music - Best Original Song in the 2016 Canadian Screen Awards. Thanks to our sponsors:  Check out Chris Graham Mastering: http://RSRockstars.com/FreeMasteringSample Roswell Pro Audio: https://RoswellProAudio.com   Leave a Review -Also- Free mix training with Lij at: http://MixMasterBundle.com

CCMA award winning artist Madeline Merlo released Motel Flamingo, a vibrant single perfect for your summer playlist, to all digital outlets on May 19, and to radio May 24. Produced by Karen Kosowski, the uptempo song is a perfect reflection of Madeline’s unique tropical, bohemian vibe. Madeline recently opened for Dean Brody on his Beautiful Freakshow Tour, where she performed the new song live for the first time in 14 cities. Her tour set included both new material and the tracks from her debut album Free Soul, that fans have come to love, including her most recent Top 15 hit “Over and Over” and “War Paint” which resonated deeply with fans on social media. In the midst of another big year, she is the only female artist nominated for Country Artist of the Year at the Western Canadian Music Awards and has reached more than 3 million streams of her hits on Spotify. She also stars alongside Jana Kramer in the musical film, Country Crush, which was released earlier this spring. This summer, Merlo will take to the stage at festivals across the country, including Dauphin Countryfest (MB), Ottawa Bluesfest (ON), Cavendish Beach Music Festival (PEI) and Sunfest (BC)

From his blue collar roots working at the age of 8 years old in a fish plant in Newfoundland, to roughing it on oil rigs, the experiences lived by Country artist Brad Saunders are the scenes and life stories from which his music is derived. Once you’ve experienced the unique sound and style that he brings to the table musically, it is immediately apparent that he was born to be a musician. He proudly credits his father for passing on music to him at a young age. In fact, some of Brad’s earliest memories are of his father strumming his guitar to put Brad and his brothers to sleep at night. In this act, the stage was set early on and would become the foundation of Brad’s musical pursuits. Over the last year, Brad has spent a lot of his time working in Nashville, writing with some of the towns most reputable song writers such as: Phil O’Donnell, Bruce Wallace, Ole Publishing, and many others. Brad is currently in development with Jeff Ojeda of Chief Music Management: Florida Georgia Line, Chris Lane, Dallas Smith. Brad has also sparked the interest of award-winning producer Jeff Johnson (Wes Mack, Madeline Merlo, Dallas Smith). They are currently working on Brad’s future album. You'll hear Brad's new song "Cut To The Chase" as well a special song he wrote and recorded for Fort MacMurray, Alberta called "Bring On The Rain."

MADELINE MERLO IS NAMED THE 2015 CCMA RISING STAR! Despite growing up in a small town in British Columbia, Madeline Merlo always knew she wanted to be bonafide Country Music star - and her dream is quickly becoming a reality. After being signed to Open Road Recordings in 2013, and releasing her self-titled debut album in 2014, Madeline was quickly recognized as an artist to watch. Her singles Sinking Like a Stone and Alive became popular on country radio and TV alike, garnering her nominations for Female Artist of the Year and the Ray McCauley Horizon award at the 2014 BCCMAs. Fresh from her Rising Star award win at the Canadian Country Music Association Awards in September 2015, Madeline is now ready to hit the road and wow audiences across Canada with superstars Dean Brody and Paul Brandt during their Road Trip Tour this fall. You’ll also find Madeline featured in Sparkle: An inspirational Handbook for Young Girls and can watch for her in the upcoming musical movie Country Crush due out in later this year. Madeline is nominated for Female Artist of the Year at the BCCMAs (British Columbia Country Music Association Awards) in October 2015. Her latest single is called Honey Jack.

“At 14 I booked myself into a studio and recorded a demo and it was sent to a producer in Nashville. He liked it and I flew back and forth to Nashville a few times. So Nashville was the very first place I ever made music in a studio,” Toronto's Meredith Shaw explains. “And I know I have come back to this place very naturally. Every moment of putting these new songs together has felt right. I just feel very at ease and at home.” Her passion for country music was rekindled over the past few years through writing trips back down to Nashville, working with The Stellas and Carolyn Dawn Johnson - among others. Meredith's debut country single is called Better Than This - a song she co-wrote. “For much of the past couple of years most of the people I was writing with, talking with, and dealing with on a regular basis were in country music. I know I am in the right place,” she said adding that she has always been drawn to female singers who not only had powerful voices but powerful personalities, regardless of their genre citing the likes of Linda Ronstadt, Emmylou Harris, Stevie Nicks, Trisha Yearwood, Martina McBride and fellow Canadians Shania Twain and CDJ as key role models. Songwriter/producer Jeff Johnson has been brought in to produce the music that will eventually become Meredith’s debut country music album. His track record with breakthrough acts like Wes Mack, and his writing credits with Dallas Smith, Madeline Merlo and Small Town Pistols impressed her. Meredith is the host of the top-rated weekend radio show in Toronto on boom 97.3, a model with a number of successful national campaigns to her name, a business owner of a gift and custom greeting card company, and a philanthropist who started the Girls Who Believe Festival to help girls and young women reach their fullest potential through affirmation and mentorship.