Eight Chosen Over Hundreds

For Highly Coveted Music Showcases

Country Music Week Gospel and Roots Showcase Artists Announced

Toronto, ON – (August 16, 2006) The Canadian Country Music Association today released the names of eight artists who have won performance slots at either the Roots or Gospel Showcases, to be held during Country Music Week 2006, September 8-11, in Saint John, NB.  Three hail from the East Coast area.

Both showcase events put the artists front and centre at the annual celebration of Canadian music.  Artists will perform for both the local community, plus leading national and international entertainment industry members.  The artists were selected through a screening process using a national jury, which began Spring of 2006.

The Gospel Showcase will be held Sunday, September 10 at the historic Imperial Theatre in downtown Saint John , and promises to be a night of sweet sounds and unique collaborations.  The Roots Roadhouse Showcase, hosted by Jimmy Rankin, will be held Monday, September 11 at the Delta Brunswick Hotel.  

Tickets for both events can be bought during Country Music Week at the CCMA Registration Desk in the Saint John Trade and Convention Centre for $15.00 (per event).

Country Music Week 2006 culminates with the CCMA Awards the night of September 11, featuring appearances by George Canyon , Carolyn Dawn Johnson, Aaron Lines, Corb Lund, Aaron Pritchett with Tyler Connolly of Theory of a Deadman, The Road Hammers and Michelle Wright. The show will air live at 8pm (8:30NT) on CBC TV across Canada , with encore airings on CMT in Canada .  The broadcast will also be carried in the U.S. on Great American Country (GAC), and in Australia on CMC (Country Music Channel). 

There are a few CCMA Awards tickets remaining, and fans can still access floor seating by purchasing in-person at Harbour Station in Saint John , NB or by phone at 506-657-1234 or toll free at 1-800-267-2800.  For a full listing of CCMA Awards and Industry Awards nominees, visit online at www.ccma.org

Gospel Show Performers

Sunday, September 10

Eli Barsi

After a performance at the age of nine for the Canadian Lieutenant Governor, Saskatchewan native Eli Barsi has released eleven singles, three of which have reached the Top 20. www.elibarsi.com  

Adam Gregory

Breaking onto the country music scene at the age of 14, Edmonton native Adam Gregory recently released his long-awaited third album, Adam Gregory and has been touring non-stop in promotion. www.adamgregory.com  

Kent Hodgin

Growing up in the heart of the Ottawa valley, Pembroke , Ontario native Kent Hodgin grew up listening to country. His debut album Wood and Stone was released in 2005. www.kenthodgin.com  

Stephanie Mainville

New Brunswick native and mother of four, Stephanie Mainville’s album Family is a culmination of years of devotion, passion and a heart of all things eternal. www.stephaniemainville.com

Roots Show Performers

Monday, September 11

Graham Brown and the Prairie Dogs

Originally born in Glasgow , Scotland , Graham Brown was raised in the small town of St. Albert , Alberta . He recently released his sixth album Stand Your Ground and is currently touring in promotion.  www.grahambrownsongs.com  

Jason McDonald

East Coast artist, Jason McDonald is heralded as one of the hottest emerging artists. His latest album The Day earned him an ECMA Award nomination, with ‘To Get to Know You’, the first single getting heavy airplay. www.jasonmacdonald.com  

Angela Harris

Small hometown girl from Cariboo/ Chilcotin Angela Harris made a name for herself when she packed up a suitcase full of demos and her guitar and drove to Nashville . She recently released her debut album to critical success. www.angelaharris.net  

Shanneyganock

This foursome, all from Newfoundland , have recently released their fourth album Set You Free, which has finally made them a band who is confident in their future, making them a band who is declaring their own musical revolution.  www.shanneyganock.ca

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Sarah Barker, Publicity

416-947-1331 x 212

sbarker@ccma.org 

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