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Jackie Putnam, international award-winning, country-pop sensation from Debert, Nova Scotia, captivates her audiences with her powerful vocal range and inspiring story while performing extensively throughout Canada and abroad delivering unforgettable performances.
Short Bio (229 Words)
Jackie Putnam, international award-winning, country-pop sensation from Debert, Nova Scotia, captivates her audiences with her powerful vocal range and inspiring story while performing extensively throughout Canada and abroad delivering unforgettable performances.
Jackie collaborated with esteemed Canadian musicians, including JOHN CAMPBELLJOHN, BRUCE DIXON, KIM DUNN, SCOTT FERGUSON, AND RAY LEGERE. These award-winning artists provided their expertise to beautifully complement Jackie’s heartfelt lyrics and melodies on her album, “The Phoenix”.
Jackie Putnam captured the “International Female Album of the Year Award 2024” from the INTERNATIONAL SINGER SONGWRITERS ASSOCIATION, where she was nominated in several categories. Jackie won “Best Alternative Song Award 2024 for “I Wanted To Be Free” from the WORLD SONGWRITING AWARDS. She received two Tennessee awards from the NORTH AMERICA COUNTRY MUSIC ASSOCIATION INTERNATIONAL for “Songwriter of the Year Award 2023” and “Entertainer of the Year Award 2023”. Jackie also received a “Citizenship Award 2023” from the HOUSE OF COMMONS for inspiring others and showing them that they can fulfill their dreams.
Jackie is a nominee for multiple JOSIE MUSIC AWARDS and a finalist contender for MUSIC NOVA SCOTIA AWARDS “Country Album of the Year” and ELITE MUSIC AWARDS “Album of the Year”. Earlier this year, Jackie showcased at the 2024 EAST COAST MUSIC AWARDS, enjoyed a Top 10 showing at the WORLD SONGWRITING AWARDS for her songs, “A Church With No People” and “No One Will Ever Know”.
Full Bio (348 Words)
Jackie Putnam, international award-winning, country-pop sensation from Debert, Nova Scotia, captivates her audiences with her powerful vocal range and inspiring story while performing extensively throughout Canada and abroad delivering unforgettable performances.
Jackie collaborated with esteemed Canadian musicians, including JOHN CAMPBELLJOHN, BRUCE DIXON, KIM DUNN, SCOTT FERGUSON, AND RAY LEGERE. These award-winning artists provided their expertise to beautifully complement Jackie’s heartfelt lyrics and melodies on her album, “The Phoenix”.
Putnam released her highly anticipated debut album, “The Phoenix” on June 12, 2023, releasing two hit singles as a Double A-Side, “Hurt” and “A Church With No People”. She released her third single, “No One Will Ever Know” on October 30, 2023, charting #2 in the Canadian Indie Country Countdown; and released her fourth single, “I Wanted To Be Free” on July 8, 2024.
Her debut album, “The Phoenix” showcases her remarkable songwriting talent, blending the elements of Country and Pop. Influenced by country music legends such as Loretta Lynn, Patsy Cline, Tammy Wynette, Dolly Parton, Linda Ronstadt, Anne Murray, and Shania Twain, Jackie offers listeners a collection of heartfelt tunes anchored by a pitch-perfect tenor and incomparable musicianship.
Jackie Putnam captured the “International Female Album of the Year Award 2024” from the INTERNATIONAL SINGER SONGWRITERS ASSOCIATION, where she was nominated in several categories. Jackie won “Best Alternative Song Award 2024 for “I Wanted To Be Free” from the WORLD SONGWRITING AWARDS. She received two Tennessee awards from the NORTH AMERICA COUNTRY MUSIC ASSOCIATION INTERNATIONAL for “Songwriter of the Year Award 2023” and “Entertainer of the Year Award 2023”. Jackie also received a “Citizenship Award 2023” from the HOUSE OF COMMONS for inspiring others and showing them that they can fulfill their dreams.
Jackie is a nominee for multiple JOSIE MUSIC AWARDS and a finalist contender for MUSIC NOVA SCOTIA AWARDS “Country Album of the Year” and ELITE MUSIC AWARDS “Album of the Year”. Earlier this year, Jackie showcased at the 2024 EAST COAST MUSIC AWARDS, enjoyed a Top 10 showing at the WORLD SONGWRITING AWARDS for her songs, “A Church With No People” and “No One Will Ever Know”.
AWARDS:
2024
AWARD WINNER – 2024 International Singer Songwriters Association – International Female Album of the Year Award “The Phoenix”
AWARD WINNER – 2024 World Songwriting Awards – Best Alternative Song Award” I Wanted To Be Free”
NOMINEE – 2024 Music Nova Scotia – Country Recording of the Year
NOMINEE – 2024 Josie Music Awards – Album of the Year Female Country / Female Artist of the Year Multi-Genre / Vocalist of the Year Female Country JMA ALUM / Music Video of the Year Female JMA ALUM (A Church With No People) / Stage Performer of the Year / Musician of the Year Guitar Female / Best Performance in a Music Video Female Actress (A Church With No People)
NOMINEE – 2024 International Singer Songwriters Association – International Entertainer of the Year / Female Vocalist of the Year / Female Rising Star of the Year / Band of the Year / Female Album of the Year / Female Single of the Year / Female Songwriter of the Year / Female Music Video of the Year / Female Emerging Artist of the Year / Promotor of the Year
NOMINEE – 2024 Elite Music Awards – Album of the Year “The Phoenix”
TOP 10 FINALIST – 2024 World Songwriting Awards -Best Pop Song “A Church With No People”
TOP 10 FINALIST – 2024 World Songwriting Awards – Best Modern Country Song “A Church With No People”
2023
AWARD WINNER 2023 Songwriter of the Year Award”A Church With No People” – North America Country Music Association International
AWARD WINNER 2023 Entertainer of the Year Award – North America Country Music Association International
AWARD WINNER 2023 Citizenship Award – The House of Commons
“What an incredible album! “The Phoenix” is a sure winner and is on the way for many upcoming Awards in 2024 says Atlantic Seabreeze and gives a full 5 star rating out of 5 star ratings for the album”.
– John L Gavin, Music Promoter, Atlantic Seabreeze
“Discover the magic of Jackie Putnam’s latest single, “I Wanted To Be Free” This award-winning country-pop sensation from Nova Scotia captivates with her powerful vocals and inspiring story. Check out our review of her heartfelt new release!” Jackie Putnam – “I Wanted To Be Free” (Single Review) (canadianbeats.ca)
– Jenna Melanson CANADIAN BEATS
“Jackie Putnam is a modern day Patsy Cline, she’s one powerhouse of an entertainer, singer and songwriter. She’s a little bit of country and a little bit of rock n’ roll”.
– G Entertainment
“Jackie Putnam, a country-pop sensation from Debert, Nova Scotia, is thrilled to announce her upcoming launch of her highly anticipated debut album, The Phoenix, which will be released as a Double A-Side, that features two hit singles, “Hurt” and “A Church With No People”.
– That Eric Alper
“Whether displaying her heartfelt respect to the legendary artists, interpreting a modern-day favourite, or representing her own distinctive lyrics – Jackie is one versatile vocalist.”
– Paul Kennedy, 105.9 Seaside FM
“Jackie is a power house talent with a voice that portrays whatever song she delivers to her audience with entusiam, power and enjoyment.”
– Vina Moses, 99.3 FM QCCR (CJQC)
CANADIAN BEATS: JACKIE PUTNAM “I WANTED TO BE FREE” (SINGLE REVIEW)
“I Wanted To Be Free” is a heartfelt country ballad that explores themes of resilience and self-discovery. The song starts with vivid imagery of walking across the ocean floor and gathering thoughts along the shore, pulling listeners into a reflective and empowering journey. The repeated line, “I wanted to be free,” acts as a powerful mantra, highlighting the artist’s deep longing for liberation and personal growth.
The verses are beautifully written, with each wave and storm symbolizing the challenges that make the protagonist stronger. The melody, highlighted by the catchy “Na na na” refrain, adds a hauntingly beautiful and unforgettable touch to the song.
Overall, Putnam’s heartfelt lyrics and emotional delivery make this a song that lingers in your mind long after it ends.
To Book Jackie email: info@jackieputnam.com
RADIO AIRPLAY
Canada: Seaside FM, The Coast, FX 101.9, CIOE, CFTA, The Hawk, KIC Country Montreal, CBC, Northern Tributes Radio, Lonely Oak Radio, Atlantic Axess, Coyote 103, Canadian Indie Country Countdown, Sound Sugar Radio, Pop Can Radio, Cove FM, CFUR, CFRC, CJMP, Erin Radio, Alt Rock Radio, CJSF, CJAM, Radio Western CHRW, CKCU
International: CVOX, Irish Radio
