It’s that time of year again – where we take what we learned in 2024 and share the next wave of emerging talent in Canadian country music. It’s what we aim to do.
Our annual list of Canadian country artists to watch has become a trusted source for fans looking to discover fresh voices and future stars.
These aren’t just names making noise … they’re artists redefining what’s possible in the ever-changing music landscape, carving their path, and earning their place in the spotlight.
This is Front Porch Music’s list of country artists to watch in 2025.
9 Canadian Country Artists To Watch in 2024
Every year, we have a lot of fun rounding up some stars on the rise for you to discover. In no particular order, here are the 9 Emerging Canadian country artists that you need to have on your radar for the next year.
Big things are coming for the class of 2025.
1. Cameron Whitcomb
Cameron Whitcomb, Nanaimo-raised and Kamloops-based singer-songwriter made his grand entrance via American Idol in 2022 – earning a slot in the Top 20.
He has since sealed a record deal with Atlantic Records, amassed a loyal TikTok following of over 1 million, and his current single “Quitter”, is charting across four different radio formats in Canada.
The iHeartRadio Future Star released his debut EP in 2024 and embarked on the Quitter Tour, which continues this year.
If you haven’t checked Cameron out on TikTok – he has an incredibly refreshing sense of humour, you don’t want to miss!
Follow Cameron Whitcomb on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.
2. Sarah Vanderzon
Quebec singer-songwriter Sarah Vanderzon captured the coveted Boots and Hearts Emerging Artist Showcase title at this past year’s festival. With her unique folk-country style, she stood out as a talent to beat.
Sarah’s career took off when she took part in The Voice spinoff “La deuxième voix” coached by Quebec icon Roxane Bruneau. She then released her EP Same Sad Eyes and started to grow a following and fanbase.
RELATED: Sarah talked to us about her experience in La deuxième voix on our podcast …
We’re looking forward to her release with Universal Music Canada this year and her return to the Boots and Hearts stage!
Connect with Sarah Vanderzon on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.
Sarah Talked To Us About Her Experience With the Boots and Hearts Emerging Artist Showcase
3. Tony Stevens
Tony Stevens first crossed our radars with his single “Cochrane Avenue” in 2022.
Flash forward to 2024 where Tony had quite the year after signing with Willing Records. His single “Whiskey in Colorado” hit #8 on the Canadian radio charts and was named ‘One to Watch’ and ‘iHeartFutureStar’ by Rogers Media and iHeartRadio.
RELATED: Listen to Tony talk about his scary brain injury when he joined us On The Porch …
Tony was also a SiriusXM Top of the Country semi-finalist in 2024.
This year Tony opened for The Washboard Union on the West Coast leg of their “Grab The Wheel and Go” tour. Tony’s current single “When I Hear That Song” is currently #44 at radio and climbing.
You can follow Tony Stevens on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.
A Boat’s Only As Good As Its Deckhand
4. Melissa Livingstone
Melissa Livingstone has been cutting her teeth in Nashville for a few years now.
She’s played coveted songwriter circles like the Listening Room, and Music City favourites like Whiskey Jam.
In 2024, her vulnerable single “More Time” captured the ears of Canadian country radio, earning her a Stingray ‘Trending Track’ along with her first Top 50.
Her brand new single “Horses Back” is out now and will surely continue to open up listeners to Melissa’s stripped back writing and style.
Follow Melissa Livingstone on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.
5. Lucas Mason
Lucas Mason’s talent was first showcased in front of thousands of people when he managed to convince Zach Bryan to let him sing “Heading South” with him at a show in Toronto.
Garnering hundreds of thousands of views online, the 18-year old has partnered with Daryl Scott at Honkey-Tonk Records, and just released his debut EP, Almost 18.
Lucas is kicking off 2025 with his first headline show, which he’s paired with a fundraiser and awareness campaign for cancer research.
We’re excited to see how the budding talent’s career evolves this year.
Keep up with Lucas Mason on Instagram and TikTok.
6. Andie Therio
Andie Therio has played various festivals and stages, including Festival Country Lotbnière, the Festival Lasso Montréal and the Festival Western de St-Tite.
Andie received three nominations at Gala Country (Quebec) in 2024. Andie is also featured on the Wild Palominos single “Moonless Night In Austin”.
With her career growing in the Quebec music scene, Andy has opened for country favourites Brittany Kennell and Matt Lang. She received recognition in Quebec as iHeart Future Star with her Christmas single “Doux Noël”.
This emerging artist is just getting started, and we’re looking forward to what she has planned for 2025.
Follow Andie on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.
7. Trudy
We first met Trudy at the Boots and Hearts Emerging Artist Showcase in 2023, where she was a semi-finalist. Her silky smooth vocals caught our attention.
Last year, Trudy was a Top 3 finalist in SiriusXM’s Top of the Country competition. She got to travel to Nashville, play CMA Fest, Lasso Music Festival, and perform at the Top of the Country Finale to kick off Country Music Week in Edmonton.
After the success of her 2023 album Go Solo, she released “Next To Me” and “You and Your Golden” last year. We’re excited to see what Trudy has going on this year!
With an impressive TikTok and Instagram following, Trudy has built a community that supports her creativity and music.
Follow Trudy on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.
Trudy Became Our Translator Before We Headed To Quebec
8. Blue Ridge Band
Another act from Quebec! We predict it’s going to be a big year for emerging artists from this part of the country.
Blue Ridge Band are a talented group who know how to have a lot of fun on stage – it makes sense that they were finalists in the 2024 Boots & Hearts Emerging Artist Showcase. They may not have won the competition but that’s not going to stop them from having a massive year in 2025.
Blue Ridge Band won Breakthrough Artist of the Year at the Quebec Radio Awards and were nominated for three awards at the Quebec Country Gala.
In 2024, they released singles “The Rush” and “Somewhere in the Sand”.
After spending much of 2024 on the road touring Quebec, they cemented themselves as a mainstay, but we believe this year will be their year to emerge beyond the borders of Quebec.
Follow Blue Ridge Band on Instagram, Instagram, and Facebook.
9. Savannah Jade
Savannah Jade is no stranger to Canadian country music … formally half of the duo Five Roses.
Now a solo artist with MDM Recordings, she released her debut solo single “He’s The One”, which earned her Stingray Trending Track, Rogers One To Watch, and a slot at #25 on the Canadian country radio charts. With festivals under her belt with Five Roses (Boots and Hearts, Sound of Music Festival), and performances at Country Music Week in Edmonton, she will also be playing Big Valley Jamboree in Alberta this year, with more announcements on the horizon.
Her next single “More Like It” will hit streaming platforms on January 17th. 2024 was a building block year for Savannah Jade, and 2025 is already off to an exciting start!
Follow Savannah Jade on Instagram and TikTok.
Will 2025 Be The Best Year For Music?
2025 is going to be another big year for music in Canada! With not only our Top 9 Artists to watch, we’re also excited to see a fresh crop of emerging talent enter the landscape and make their intros.
RELATED: We have made a list of predictions for what this year has in store for country music …
We’re looking forward to seeing how artists continue to connect with listeners in creative ways, leverage their platforms to raise awareness to social issues, and keep putting out new music to build their catalogs and meet new audiences.
We can’t wait to see both the emerging artists and stars make some big moves, release their best music, and play some amazing shows in 2025.
We have a Spotify playlist that features all the best in indie country music in Canada. Be sure to give it a follow and listen.
Jenna
Country music lover with an unhealthy collection of concert t-shirts. Always looking for up and coming artists. Believer in music's ability to soothe the soul. Connect with me on Instagram and Twitter.
Logan Miller
As the founder of Front Porch Music, I believe that music has the ability to connect people. I love country music, and I love the country music industry as a whole. My goal is to help music fans find new artists to fall in love with.
