ONE OF THE PREMIERE EVENTS OF COUNTRY MUSIC WEEK 2023, THE THREE-DAY SERIES KICKS OFF THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 14 IN HAMILTON, ON AT THE STUDIO

TORONTO, ON (August 22, 2023) – Today, the Canadian Country Music Association® (CCMA®) unveils the exciting lineup for the 2023 CCMA Songwriters Unplugged, presented by Rogers. Taking place at Hamilton, Ontario’s The Studio, 2023 CCMA Songwriters Unplugged will see Rogers’ radio personalities Wendy Boomer and Robin + PJ share the hosting duties over the course of three sessions, all celebrating the art of songwriting.

2023 CCMA Songwriters Unplugged presented by Rogers gives Country Music Week 2023 attendees the ultimate up close and personal experience, bringing together some of the most notable songwriters and artists in Canadian and international country music with an acoustic, “in the round” style performance series. Tickets for the 2023 CCMA Songwriters Unplugged presented by Rogers are on-sale now HERE.

Don Amero performs at the Cedarview Alliance Church in Ottawa. Photo: Renée Doiron

CCMA Songwriters Unplugged presented by Rogers: Session One

Thursday, September 14 | 2:00 p.m. | The Studio – 1 Summers Lane, Hamilton

Session one kicks off Country Music Week 2023 with performances by Don Amero, Dan Davidson, Aaron Goodvin, Ryan Langdon, Madeline Merlo, Jess Moskaluke, Aaron Pollock, and Lydia Sutherland.

Robyn Ottolini & Mackenzie Leigh Meyer performs at Festival Country Lotbinière photo by Nicolas Racine

CCMA Songwriters Unplugged presented by Rogers: Session Two

Friday, September 15 | 12:30 p.m. | The Studio – 1 Summers Lane, Hamilton

Session two keeps the festivities going with performances from Tim Hicks, Andrew Hyatt, Karli June, Kalsey Kulyk, Robyn Ottolini, Amanda Rheaume, Roslyn Witter, and Whitehorse.

Steven Lee Olsen performs at the Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa. Photo: Renée Doiron

CCMA Songwriters Unplugged presented by Rogers: Session Three – Crossing Borders

Saturday, September 16 | 12:00 p.m. | The Studio – 1 Summers Lane, Hamilton

Session three features an international line-up of notable songwriters, set to share their stories behind some of the biggest songs in country music. Crossing Borders features appearances by Joey Hyde, Ben Johnson, Brian Kelley, and Steven Lee Olsen.

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About the Canadian Country Music Association® (CCMA)

Established in 1976, the CCMA is a membership-based, not-for-profit organization committed to the promotion and recognition of Canadian country music. Built upon the foundation to educate, elevate, and celebrate Canadian talent, the CCMA progressively heralds the spirit, community, and creativity that country music fosters through year-round initiatives, culminating every fall with Country Music Week and the Canadian Country Music Association Awards. Sponsors of Country Music Week 2023 and the 2023 CCMA Awards Show presented by TD include FACTOR, Canada’s Private Radio Broadcasters, and the Government of Canada through the Department of Canadian Heritage’s “Canada Music Fund”.

About Rogers Communications Inc.

Rogers is a leading Canadian technology and media company that provides communications services and entertainment to consumers and businesses. Rogers shares are publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: RCI.A and RCI.B) and on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: RCI). For more information, please visit: www.rogers.com.