100.1FM The Ranch Local Spotlight

DI-DI-DI-DIAL IN to hear all about “Dial Tone” from this weeks Ranch Local Spotlight Artist, Mackenzie Leigh Meyer!Mackenzie joins Jackie on-air around 4:30pm EST tomorrow, February 3rd!"As a CMA Ontario nominee for “Roots Artist of the Year” and recent Boots and Hearts Emerging Artist Showcase finalist, up and comer Mackenzie Leigh Meyer is already getting industry nods for her unique style and enchanting vocals. ​Since the May 2018 release of her debut EP “Dive Bar Diva”, the Hamilton...

With roots just down the road in Owen Sound, this weeks spotlight shines on Jeff Catto and his latest single, “Friend.”Tune in for Jeff’s chat with Jackie tomorrow at 4:30pm EST as they talk all about the powerful meaning of the song and about his brand new EP “Songs for my Wife.”"Jeff Catto has returned to his roots with a new brand of wholesome, high energy and heartfelt set of country songs. This dynamic artist currently calls the beautiful community of Woodstock, Ontario home. Catto deliv...

We shine The Ranch Local Spotlight on London, Ontario’s, Jason Mercer all this week!Hear Jason’s brand new single “She Thinks” Jason joins Jackie on air to chat all about it!https://jasonmercermusic.com

December 16th, 2021 - Jackie chats with this weeks Spotlight artist, Marshall Dane, about his new single “Body Language”, Christmas inspirations and what’s to come in the new year!

Dec. 3rd/21 - We’re back on the PG sad girl train with Parker Graye’s latest single, “Cowboys Go.”

Nov. 25th/21 - Eric Jackson, a Métis country/folk artist from Plattsville, Ontario, join's Jackie to chat about his debut single, a cover of Jamie Warren's (Hanover) 1996 hit "One Step Back".

Nov. 18th/21 - This weeks Local Spotlight Artist, Jess Lynn Music, joins Jackie on air for a quick chat! Catch Jess’s latest single “Rain” all this week in the spotlight!

Oct. 21st/21 - Shelburne’s Jessica Sole shines in The Ranch Local Spotlight this week!Catch Jessica’s chat with Jackie and listen to her song “Think Of Us” on The Ranch airwaves!

Sept. 17th/21 - He’s had numerous top 20 hits, received several Canadian Country Music Award nominations and today he joins us on The Ranch!Tune in to hear Jackie chat with Jake Mathews about his brand new single “Back of my Car.”

September 2nd, 2021 - This week we welcome London’s Patrick James Clark into the spotlight!"Patrick James Clark is going all in on 2021. 2020 was a trying time for all artists, but it provided an unprecedented opportunity to reflect and refine. Clark did just that by taking a deep dive into his songwriting craft and working tirelessly to dial in his vocal sound. He left 2020 with having multiple songs cut by up and coming Canadian Artists and an entire catalogue of new music for his own ...

August, 26th 2021 - This week we shine our light on Tiktoks Yee Yee Shanty king, Kolton Rhys, and his debut single "Miles Of Freedom"!

August 19th, 2021 - This week in The Ranch Local Spotlight:We shine a light on Mount Forests, Brittany Brodie!"Brittany Brodie is a singer-songwriter who admires every genre of music. From a young age she knew she would have a career in the music business. Her strong work ethic, talent, and positive attitude has made her the artist she is today. Brittany grew up on traditional country music from Vern Gosdin and Dottie West to Johnny Horton and George Strait. In later years she was listen...

Chase joins Jackie on air to talk about traveling, kayaking and his brand new single, "Another Little Roadside Kiss.""Chase Stevens is a Toronto area Singer/Songwriter who has been performing in songwriter venues for the past 8 or so years. A frequent visitor to Nashville to write and perform, Chase is also a member of NSAI (Nashville Songwriter's Association International). Most of his new CD was produced in Nashville with some of the best session players anywhere.Chase is also a regular per...

This week's Local Spotlight Artist is London, Ontario's, Warren Hargraves, and his brand new single "Cold One"!"Warren has a very unique style, a smooth yet raspy voice, with a blend of Country Rock and R&B. Born in London, Ontario he has shaped his music with a vintage-meets-modern charm. Although his musical journey started out with him playing the drums at 14, it wasn't until age 16, that he discovered the acoustic guitar and singing. Surrounded by a musical family certainly helped. Af...

July 22nd, 2021 - Beeton's heavily requested Yodelin' Cowgirl, Naomi Bristow joins us in this weeks Spotlight!"Naomi is a young cowgirl that hails from a small farm in Ontario. Her family was involved in the rodeo life which led her down the path of country, western and gospel music. In the past 15 years she has traveled across the countryside in Canada and the United States performing for thousands, while being rewarded with kindness and admiration from folks of every age. Naomi's love for t...

July 8th, 2021 - Raised on a farm near Fergus, and a former Stratford resident, this weeks Ranch Local Spotlight shines on 2 time CCMA nominee, Ryan Laird!"Two-time Canadian Country Music Awards nominated recording artist, songwriter, producer and philanthropist Ryan Laird is recognized for his Billboard Top 10 hit song, “I’m Your Man”, and consecutive Top 40 singles, “Girl Crazy”, “She Was The One” & “Where Do I Go” with Leah Daniels. Laird was originally discovered via Nashville Music R...

July 1st, 2021 - Originally from Orillia, Parker Graye has set out to make country music sad again. As this week's Ranch Local Spotlight Artist, she joins Jackie on-air to chat all about her career, her new single and of course, cry about cowboys.

June 24th, 2021 - Hanover's, Jamie Warren, joins Jackie on-air to chat about his career, traveling Canada, songwriting, his brand new single "Cows and Corn" and more!"Jamie Warren is generally regarded as the most awarded independent country vocalist in Canada (Junos, CCMAs, OCMAs). Over his 35-year career he has released 54 singles, many of them hits. He’s also known as a great songwriter and if you’ve ever seen him perform live, maybe a comedian!?Jamie lives in Kitchener Ontario, Canada, bu...

June 17th, 2021 - Chelsea McWilliams from The Redhill Valleys joins Jackie on air to talk about their brand new single and music video for "Finish Line"!" The Redhill Valleys is a four-piece Americana & Roots Rock group originally based out of Hamilton, Canada, where their grit and determination developed early on as an independent band. Somewhere between the rugged Northern landscapes and a resilient blue-collar steel town, band members Chelsea McWilliams (Bass/Vocals), Tim Allard (Lead ...

June 10th, 2021 - Windsor Ontario's, Nick Hedden, joins Jackie on air to chat about everything he's been up to recently, writing, his brand new summer jam "Summer of You" and even TikTok!

Aaron Goodvin joins Jackie on air to share his brand new single "Boy Like Me." They also chat about Rascal Flats tour shenanigans and the story of when Aaron met his wife!"Aaron Goodvin’s new Reviver Records/Warner Music Canada single in the United States is set to establish a new beat in country music for 2021. “Lonely Drum” is the song that lit the fuse of a national radio phenomenon in Canada and a global obsession resulting in “Lonely Drum” flash mobs from Australia to Switzerland t...

A newcomer to the music scene, this week our Local Spotlight shines on Dorchester boy, Coty Robinson, and his debut single "Waste Of A Summer.""A big man with a big voice, Coty Robinson is ready to introduce himself. A native of Dorchester, Ontario, Coty Robinson is no stranger to a microphone. Having the opportunity to be one of the home game in-house announcers for his home team, the Dorchester Dolphins, gave him valuable experience winning over a crowd.After the loss of his mother at ...

Born and raised in Chatham, Ontario, now residing in London. This week's Local Spotlight shines on 2020 CMAO Rising Star, Aaron Allen!Jackie and Aaron talk about the upcoming CMAO's, a new top secret project Aaron's working on, and more!"Aaron’s story will sound familiar to many. Faced with some serious personal challenges as he entered his teenage years, country music became his lifeline and songwriting the outlet for his pain and frustration. Allen made a promise to himsel...

Aaron from The Washboard Union joins Jackie on air to talk about their brand new single "Never Run Out Of Road.""On their new album Everbound, The Washboard Union secure their status as one of Canada’s preeminent country bands with 10 songs that celebrate the simple joy of life. The follow-up to their 2018 album What We’re Made Of—which earned the trio their first JUNO Award for Breakthrough Group Of The Year—Everbound keeps the good times rolling with an irresistible blend of roof-raising an...

Growing up just down the road and now taking the country music world by storm, this week we shine our local spotlight on Callie McCullough!"A modern songwriter inspired by timeless bluegrass and old-school country music, Callie McCullough has chased her unique muse for years, making contemporary roots music that nods to the legends who came before her. It's a sound anchored by intimate ballads and McCullough's gorgeous voice, whose Alison Krauss-worthy tone and Dolly Parton-sized beauty stand...

Hot off the press of her 2 CMA Ontario nominations, on this episode The Ranch Local Spotlight shines on Peterborough's, Elyse Saunders!Jackie and Elyse talk all things about her musical journey and her brand new single "Wine Down"!"Country music has always felt like home for Elyse Saunders. From the dynamic stages of Toronto to the bright lights of Nashville, the Peterborough, Ontario native has followed a path of steadfast determination and artistic inspiration – regularly captivating crowds...

The Ranch Local Spotlight shines on Waterloo's, Drew Taylor!"Singer/songwriter Drew Taylor was born and raised in Waterloo, Ontario. Although he is Canadian, Drew spends quite a bit of time in the states, specifically Nashville! He says it feels like home to him and it’s also where he does most of his songwriting. Over his 8 year career in the music industry he has opened for artists like Kane Brown, Tanya Tucker, Paul Brandt, Clay Walker, Love & Theft and more.Drew Taylor just relea...

This week The Ranch Local Spotlight shines on...Lisa McEwan!"Lisa McEwen has written songs for some of Country Music’s biggest names, she has collaborated with some of Country Music’s finest songwriters, and she is an unforgettable Artist in her own right - releasing her latest single, “I’M HERE NOW”, available on all online stores. After pursuing her life-long dream of moving to Nashville and signing her first publishing deal, Lisa now calls Ontario, Canada her home. If she’s not ...

Hot off the press of the release of her debut single "What You Leave Behind." This week we shine our Local Spotlight on 15 year old Isabella Caskenette from Milverton!

This weeks Ranch Local Spotlight shines on Milverton's own...Scotty Kipfer!Scotty joins Jackie on air to chat about everything he's been working on recently!"Scotty Kipfer was born into a musical family and grew up in small-town Milverton Ontario surrounded by musicians who always encouraged him to play. By three years old, he was tagging along with his dad to perform with the Milverton Legion Band at local nursing homes, with a plastic saxophone in tow. At seven, he was playing fiddle in a f...

Happy Birthday, Meghan! Back to back CCMA Female Artist of the year, Meghan Patrick joins Jackie on air to chat about the release of her brand new single "Never Giving Up On You," on her birthday!!"Meghan Patrick is one of the most exciting country artists today. In addition to her two year reign as the CCMA Female Artist of the Year, Meghan has been nominated for 8 CCMA awards including Album of the Year nominations for both of her studio albums. She recently received Juno Award ...

This week's Ranch Local Spotlight shines on...Bruce Worthington!!Jackie and Bruce chat about what he's been up to throughout the pandemic, his brand new single "The Ice Is Breaking Up and so Should We," and a new EP that's in the works!"Bruce is a one of a kind talent in the the world: a theologian of significant note who has published books and numerous articles on topics related to the Christian bible; while at the same time writing and recording fun loving, heartfelt country songs for rele...

This weeks Ranch Local Spotlight shines on...London, Ontario’s The Scott Howarth Band!!"With influences ranging from Hank Williams and Elvis Presley to Luke Bryan and Eric Church, The Scott Howarth Band brings a mix of traditional and modern country with hint of rock ‘n’ roll for an uplifting slice of Country Music with heart felt lyrics, infectious guitar instrumentation with catchy harmonies and anthemic choruses.The Scott Howarth Band was formed by a great group of friends with a passion f...

This weeks Local Spotlight Shines on...Suzi Kory!Suzi joins Jackie to chat about her story, International Woman's Day, being a woman in the music industry and her brand new single "Time!"

Canadian country star Brett Kissel joins Jackie on air for a very special announcement!!"If you’re a fan of country music, you probably already know Brett Kissel’s story – owned his first guitar before he was even in school, released his first album before he could even drive – leading to him becoming Canada’s most dynamic country music artist before he turned 30 years old. The farm-and-ranch-raised artist has 15 top 10 radio singles, 3 #1 songs, and a tractor bucket full of gold and platinum...

This weeks Ranch Local Spotlight shines on...Durham County Band!!Jackie chats with Pete about the band and their new single!"Durham County Band, hailing from Southern Ontario, is southern country rock that keeps your ear hooked. Lead by writer/producer Pete Wheeler the DCB sound is full of amazing melodies, walls of harmonies, and great signature guitar-playing - Durham County Band has it all. Whether performing a stadium anthem or an introspective ballad, these guys know what's at the ...

With local roots in Clifford, this weeks Ranch Local Spotlight shines on...Juanita and the Big Deal!!Jackie and Juanita catch up on everything that the bands been up to!"Juanita and the Big Deal, 5 pc Rocking Roots Americana band, based in South-Western Ontario specializing in 80's/90's female Country N Rock Music."

This weeks Ranch Spotlight shines on....Graham Scott Fleming!!!Tune in everyday this week around 11:50am to hear his brand new single “Déjà Vu”!Graham joins Jackie on air this Thursday during the 11am hour to chat all about his career!"Graham Scott Fleming is a singer/songwriter from Elmvale, Ontario with a voice that is unlikely to be forgotten. After winning first place in a competition called North of Nashville star in 2011, Graham’s career as an independent artist was launched. From there...

THIS WEEKS LOCAL SPOTLIGHT...Shines on Stratford, Ontario's own...Justine Chantale!Jackie chats with Justine about her brand new, recently released, radio single and ep!!"One of the most promising artists in Canada's up-and-coming music scene, Justine Chantale has been described as the small-town girl with the big voice, and even bigger heart. After all, for this Stratford chanteuse, music has been a driving force for as long as she can remember.""I started singing when I was eight, in the sc...

This week in The Ranch Local Spotlight is.....Owen Riegling!!Hailing from Mildmay, we are beyond excited to have Owen in the Spotlight this week as we showcase his talent and chat about his career!"Growing up in the small town of Mildmay ON, Owen spent most of his time playing hockey, and riding dirt bikes. He picked up a guitar for the first time when he was 11 years old, but didn't re-visit it until the age of 17. After discovering his passion for music, Owen began spending most weekends in...

THIS WEEKS LOCAL SPOTLIGHT...Shines on none other then Mount Forest's own, Cara Smith!Jackie chats with Cara about her local roots, her album "Dusty Ole Backroad", and her drive-in album release concert held this past summer!"The Cara Smith Band is an upcoming country and rock & roll band that has been entertaining since 2014. They play originals written by Cara herself and cover songs that people can two step too an love to sing along too! They have been fortunate to open up f...

This weeks Ranch Local Spotlight shines on Stratford, Ontario’s, Upside Of Maybe!!Jackie and Michael, Lead singer of the Band, chat on air about the bands journey in the music industry and the release of their brand new EP, "All Who Wander Are Not Lost.""UPSIDE OF MAYBE is an award winning, family friendly,roots based pop/rock group from Stratford, ON. They have toured throughout Canada and are known for their tight harmony, infectious story telling, crafty songwriting and engaging live shows...

The Ranch Local Spotlight is back! Our first Local Spotlight of 2021 shines on Listowel's own, Karli June! Jackie chats with Karli about her local roots, her music career, her brand new single, and more!"Karli June introduced herself to the Canadian country music scene in 2016 when her singles, Black & White and Setting Me on Fire, were both distributed to radio. She’s kicked off 2020 with the release of her song, Say Too Much, and now has a brand new track titled Heart Drunk! Over t...

This weeks Ranch Local Spotlight shines on Southern Ontario’s, Tattoos 'N Whiskey!!Jackie and Linda, lead singer, chat on air about the band, their first two singles, and more."TATTOOS 'N WHISKEY are a four piece Canadian Rock 'N Country group from Southern Ontario. The band comprises of founding member Linda Dunlop at the helm of lead vocals. Accompanied with Roger Williamson on guitar. Partners in crime, animated rhythm section comprised of David G. Rose on bass/back up vocals and Lee...

This weeks Ranch Local Spotlight shines on Brussels, Ontario’s own, Adam Cousins!!Jackie and Adam chat on air about his music and what he's been up to through out the pandemic."Born and raised in Brussels, Ontario, Adam Cousins developed a love for music. Over the past year, Adam has been honing his skills in the music industry and bringing them to light in his debut EP “Dirt Road” to show his fans his life experiences while growing up in a small town.Growing as an artist and putting his best...

THIS WEEKS LOCAL SPOTLIGHT...Shines on none other then Warner Music’s own, David Boyd Janes!Jackie chats with David about his career, working with a major record label, his brand new single "Couldn't Hurt", and what's next for this rising country star."A Toronto, Ontario native, David Boyd Janes is being recognized as one of country music’s most promising new artists – and he owes everything he has accomplished so far to the decision he made two years ago of quitting his job to focus on ...

INTRODUCING our FIRST EVER Local Spotlight Band, London Ontario’s own Backroads Social Club! Jackie chats with the boys on air about who they are as a band, their new EP "Shorter Days", and a special virtual show they have coming up!"With a blend of three voices and a variety of instrumental timbres, London, Ontario’s Backroads Social Club deliver a powerful yet intimate experience with their music. Heartfelt lyrics folded into smooth elevating melodies with an energetic backline gives ...