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Song: Hometowns

Artist: Riley Taylor

Riley Taylor, a 26-year-old rising star from Burton, New Brunswick, has quickly made his mark on the country music scene. Throughout the past 16 months, Riley has amassed over 5 million global streams, with his latest single, Hometowns, nearing 100,000 streams in just one month.

In 2021, Riley was crowned the winner of the prestigious Boots and Hearts Emerging Artist Showcase, a milestone that catapulted his career. His debut single, Good Things, climbed to #33 on the Canadian country charts, showcasing his ability to create heartfelt and relatable songs.

Riley recently completed a highly successful cross Canada tour with Owen Riegling, selling over 95% of tickets and solidifying his reputation as a captivating live performer. His music has been celebrated across major platforms, with Riley gracing the covers of Apple Music’s Canada’s Country playlist and Amazon Music’s Breakthrough Country playlist multiple times.

Signed to Honky Tonk Record Co., Riley’s breakout single Better Days has been featured on the Today’s Country playlist for 18 months, garnering over 2 million global streams. With a unique blend of authenticity and star power, Riley Taylor is proving himself as one of Canadian country music’s brightest new talents.