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Tia McGraff BiographyTia McGraff is a multi-talented, award-winning singer, songwriter, performer, author and podcast host from Southern Ontario, Canada. Along with her husband and co-writer Tommy Parham, the skilled songstress has been making impactful and thought-provoking art for well over a decade. Bringing together a burning passion for the art of music and an honesty that is long lost on today's modern charts, Tia McGraff is a trailblazer in her genre, one's whose efforts have made her a beloved figure on the international music scene.Her accomplishments speak for themselves, having won the emPower Posi Music Award in 2021 for her latest single “Go Your Own Way,” a huge achievement for the talented artist. As if that weren't enough, she's also won awards for Americana CD of the Year, earned first-round nomination for the 2016 and 2018 Grammy Awards, was a 2019 multi- nominee for Kingdom Image Awards, and has even won the 2019 ISSA award for single of the year.Tia's 2018 album release of “Stubborn In My Blood” and the first single “Let ‘Em See You're Strong” received rave reviews. It would lead to placement on numerous “Best of 2018” lists. It was so powerful that it was even adopted by woman's empowerment groups, being embraced by communities all around the world.With nine international CD releases and multiple film and TV placements over the years, her recorded catalog is certainly a proud accomplishment, but where Tia truly shines is in her live performances. Her love for performing has taken her all over North America and the United Kingdom, be it in huge concerts or personal, intimate venues.Tia is also an accomplished children's author, notably with her book, “Jake The Road Dawg.” Based on the life and adventures of her beloved pet, the book has inspired classrooms around the world, while supporting Dolly Parton's Imagination Library and Tia's local Humane Society. The success of the book has led Tia to venture into the podcast realm with her popular show, “Jake's Place Songs ‘n' Tails.” Here, she discusses music, up and coming artists and her own personal opinions on every day topics. It's a great change of pace, and a fantastic way to connect with the artist on a more personal level. Currently, Tia is preparing to release her latest single, “Go Your Own Way,” (June 24th, MTS Records) the first cut off of her upcoming EP, “With Love.” The single and EP will both be released on major streaming platforms. Tia McGraff's Website https://tiamcgraff.com/homeTia McGraff on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/6Jn59Lpf62CKNDS1c6w51STia McGraff on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/OfficialTiaMcGraff
This episode was all about reflection. We Black History Month and some of the songs that inspired us to either write or record. We go into what inspired Forbidden and how it was uniquely recorded. There are literally hundreds of inspiring stories that happened during the Civil Rights Movement,, I found one that caught my attention that I share. We also talk about a benefit I will be apart of that helps yet another human society in Boston area called Buddy Dog and it's creator Linda Marks.Song's Played in this episode: Publishing info :Tia McGraff / Fawn Ti Publishing - SOCANTommy Parham/ MandiTY Music - ASCAP Forever , from Crazy Beautiful Album Birmingham Sunday: written by Richard FarinaLicensed Content : IDBLM 207915 Forbidden: from our Stubborn In My Blood albumwe wrote with Henry Priestman : Mighty Village/Sony ATVand Peter Riley: Softdog Publishing Forever Home Lullaby: Written by Linda Marks Publisher: Linda Marks Music ASCAPBuddy Dog Humane SocietyThe donation link is www.buddydoghs.com/donateMy website is Background Ambient musicTrack: Into The Light Music by Oak Studios Creative Commons - Attribution ND 4.0 https://youtu.be/5nNVrUE4oDAIntro Song: Abigail - from the Break These Chains CDOutro Song: Radical Road- from the Diversity CDwww.tiamcgraff.comJake's Place Song n Tails merchandise is available athttps://tiamcgraff.com/lake-country-storehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIenjKbCobp2jChW2SoCyog
Host Cyrus Webb welcomes recording artist Tia McGraff to #ConversationsLIVE to discuss her musical journey, what it's been like for her to ake risks and see them pay off and what inspires the music. Enjoy her single STUBBORN IN MY BLOOD.
Tia McGraff- Hailing from just south of Toronto, Ontario Canada, Tia McGraff is an internationally-renowned, award-winning americana/singer-songwriter and author. Accompanying Tia on her musical journey is her life/musical partner, Tommy Parham. The two met and married while both were living in Nashville, TN and have enjoyed an extensive career performing, songwriting and recording together for more than 12 years. They bring such an honesty and passion to their music that they have even been described as the modern day, Johnny and June! 2015-2017 were stand out years for Tia and Tommy, with sold out shows around the world (including the coveted, Bluebird Café, in Nashville, TN); international acclaim for their cd release Crazy Beautiful and radio play on such notable shows as Bob Harris Country on BBC Radio 2 in the UK. With the 2018 release of Stubborn In My Blood, first single, “Strong” is already reaching beyond all demographics and boundaries, having been adopted by “Me2” and women’s empowerment groups around the world! New single, a cover of the classic, “One Tin Soldier” recently hit #22 on the iTunes Canada Country charts! A gifted author, Tia’s children’s book, Jake The Road Dawg has helped raise funds and awareness for her local chapter of The Dolly Parton Imagination Library. Seven international CD releases, various film/tv placements, and numerous nominations and awards (including Americana CD of the year first round nomination for 2016 Grammy Awards), have earned Tia and Tommy a respect in the music industry and a global fan base. The duo have a gift for ‘getting to the heart of the matter’ and writing relatable songs about life, love and this crazy world we live in. Don’t miss Tia and Tommy’s UK Tour in September, at one of the featured venues listed: www.tiamcgraff.com https://www.facebook.com/tiamcgraff https://www.facebook.com/OfficialTiaMcGraff http://www.reverbnation.com/rpk/tiamcgraff Listen to another #12minconvo
Pop Art Painter Jamie Roxx (www.JamieRoxx.us) welcomes Tia McGraff (Americana) to the Show! www.tiamcgraff.com Hailing from just south of Toronto, Ontario Canada, Tia McGraff is an internationally-renowned, award-winning americana/singer-songwriter and author. Accompanying Tia on her musical journey is her life/musical partner, Tommy Parham. The two met and married while both were living in Nashville, TN and have enjoyed an extensive career performing, songwriting and recording together for more than 12 years. They bring such an honesty and passion to their music that they have even been described as the modern day, Johnny and June! With the 2018 release of Stubborn In My Blood, first single, “Strong” is already reaching beyond all demographics and boundaries, having been adopted by “Me2” and women’s empowerment groups around the world! New single, a cover of the classic, “One Tin Soldier” is sure to light up summer radio playlists. A gifted author, Tia’s children’s book, Jake The Road Dawg has helped raise funds and awareness for her local chapter of The Dolly Parton Imagination Library. Media Inquiries: Michael Stover MTS Management Group/MTS Records www.mtsmanagementgroup.com
Canadian Americana/folk singer-songwriter Tia McGraff joins us on Episode 395 of Folk Roots Radio for an in-depth conversation about her wonderful seventh album, "Stubborn In My Blood". Recorded with partner Tommy Parham and some top class support, the new recording has already garnered some great reviews. We also check out new music from Alan Barnosky, Jon Brooks, Sam Bush and Bela Fleck, and the Kris Lager Band. It’s a great episode. We hope you’ll check it out. You can find the full playlist with artist links on the website. Check out the full playlist with artist links on the website: http://folkrootsradio.com/folk-roots-radio-episode-395-feat-tia-mcgraff-more-new-releases/
There’s nothing better than having a new album come in, you play it once, and then want to play it again... and again... and again. Canadian Americana/folk singer-songwriter Tia McGraff has just released a fabulous seventh album, "Stubborn In My Blood". The new album is her most personal album to date, and features 11 thoughtful and reflective songs - most written with her partner Tommy Parham alongside co-writes with Wood Newton, Pete Riley, Henry Priestman and Devon O'Day and a cover of the classic "One Tin Soldier". It's an album that's clearly intended to move and inspire her growing worldwide audience. With some great musicianship and support from some of the industry's top players, powerful lyrics and strong vocals, and an album cover that features Tia in boxing gloves, its clear that this time around, she's not holding anything back! As well as the new album, Tia is now also a published author having released a children's book, "Jake The Road Dawg", based on her dog Jake's adventures on the road with a couple of crazy touring musicians. Tia will be appearing at the Fred Eaglesmith Charity Picnic in Aylmer on August 18 and at MacKenzie Hall in Windsor ON on Friday August 24 before heading to the UK for a September tour. We caught up with Tia at home in Port Rowan ON to chat about the new project. For more information about the album and upcoming tour dates, visit http://tiamcgraff.com. Music: Tia McGraff "Pilot Of Change", "Let 'em See Your Strong", "Travelin' By Guitar" and "Stubborn In The Blood" from "Stubborn In The Blood" (2018, Bandana Records).
Ontario's Tia McGraff has just released her new album Stubborn In My Blood. Once again, Tia delivers a stellar project with solid songwriitng and heartfelt vocals. Tune in for my conversation with Tia and to hear some of the songs from her new release.
Our first guest is a telented comedian and actor. After doing cmedy for over two decades, Will Clifton (aka Will C.) has seen in moves such as Yes Man, Seven Pounds,Yes Man, Seven Pounds, and Gone Girl, as well a featured roles on the tv shows Monk, Numb3rs, Knight Rider,, and Modern Family. The veteran still tours with his comedy act around the country and on Military entertainment tours.Rounding out the show, Tia McGraff is a rising star in music, having started in Toronto then making waves in Nashville the past few years. Her new album, "Stubborn In My Blood" with be released soon as the first single, "Let 'em See Your Strong" has already made an impact among the social media circles. Her second single, a cover of the classic, "One Tin Soldier", is set to be released soon. Tia's children's book, "Jake The Road Dawg" has helped raise funds and awareness for her local chapter of The Dolly Parton Imagination Library.