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JUST ANNOUNCED: we are thrilled and proud to announce @ShaniaTwain will host the 2018 CCMA Awards!

10:21 AM ET - 23 Apr 18

http://twitter.com/CCMAofficial

***The CCMA Awards will be held in Hamilton, Ontario on September 9 and will be broadcast live at 8:00pm ET on CBC in Canada.



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Shania Twain will host the 2018 CCMAs

CBC Music | April 23, 2018

The Canadian Country Music Association has announced today that Canadian country icon Shania Twain will take the stage as host of the 2018 CCMA Awards in Hamilton.

Taking place at the FirstOntario Centre on Sunday, Sept. 9, the 2018 CCMA Awards will celebrate some of the biggest names and emerging talent in country music.

“I’m so excited to host the CCMA Awards this year. It’s such a pivotal moment in country music as the industry evolves we’re seeing a new generation of deeply talented artists emerge. I look forward to being a part of the celebration of them and also celebrating some of the trailblazers before them,” explained Twain. “I’m also deeply honoured to be receiving The Generation Award this year. If I inspire anyone to embrace their creative liberty and write what they really think and feel without limitation, then that is all I can hope for. Music can bridge gaps and bring people together and we should all work together to ensure that everyone has the freedom to sing and express their truth.”

As well as hosting the awards, the five-time Grammy winner and 24-time CCMA Award winner will also accept the second-ever Generation Award, which is given to an artist who has had significant impact on the country music industry and awareness of country music around the world.

You can purchase pre-sale tickets for the 2018 CCMAs this Wednesday, April 25 at 10 a.m. through this Thursday, April 26 at 10 p.m. using the code CBCCOUNTRY.

Tickets for the 2018 CCMA Awards officially go on sale this Friday, April 27 at 10 a.m. ET at ticketmaster.ca 

To watch the 2018 CCMAs on Sept. 9, tune in to cbcmusic.ca/ccmas and awards will be broadcast across Canada at 8 p.m. on both CBC and cbcmusic.ca/ccmas.

https://www.cbcmusic.ca/posts/19869/shania-twain-host-2018-ccmas-hamilton



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Click link below to watch Shania's taped announcement from last week when she visited Canadian Forces Base Esquimalt.

https://twitter.com/CCMAofficial/status/988436561925623808



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Shania Twain to host Canadian Country Music Awards in Hamilton

By David Friend | The Canadian Press | April 23, 2018

TORONTO — Shania Twain has long been a darling of the Canadian Country Music Awards, but this year she’s taking the reins as host of the big event.

The Timmins, Ont.-raised country singer has signed up to oversee the music industry celebration in Hamilton on Sept. 9.

She’ll also accept the CCMA’s Generation Award for her contributions to the country music industry.

The honour has been handed out only once before to American singer Taylor Swift, who showed up to accept the trophy in 2012.

Twain has long been a favourite of the CCMAs, garnering her first nomination in the rising star category in 1993.

A decade later she dominated the awards with her album “Up!” grabbing seven nominations in every major membership-voted category, including two for video of the year.

While this year’s nominees won’t be announced until July 11, it’s possible that Twain could grab the spotlight as a leading nominee again.

Her most recent album, “Now,” was released in September and marked her return to the studio after 15 years without a full-length release of new material.

Twain is also set to embark on her first international album tour in as many years. She starts with dates in Vancouver on May 5 and 6 before swinging by most other major Canadian cities, the United states, Europe and Australia.

The singer ignited some anger over the weekend after she claimed that she would’ve supported Donald Trump, if she was able to vote in the U.S. election.

British newspaper the Guardian ran an interview where Twain said “even though he was offensive, he seemed honest.”

After a quick backlash from some fans, she posted an apology on Twitter saying she regrets not answering with more context, and that she does “not hold any common moral beliefs with the current president.”

She said the question caught her off guard, and that she is “passionately against discrimination of any kind.”

http://nationalpost.com/pmn/entertainment-pmn/shania-twain-to-host-canadian-country-music-awards-in-hamilton



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It looks like Shania will also be performing at the Canadian Country Music Awards.

2018 Canadian Country Music Awards Performers

By Robert Lohbihler | ET Canada | May 16, 2018

From Shania Twain to Keith Urban, here are the artists who will be performing at the 2018 Canadian Country Music Awards in Hamilton, Ontario on Sunday, September 9.

https://etcanada.com/photos/328296/whos-performing-at-the-2018-canadian-country-music-awards/



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She's hosting the awards show and getting a huge award honor as well. So naturally she should preform. Smart move on her end :)



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Victoria wrote:

She's hosting the awards show and getting a huge award honor as well. So naturally she should preform. Smart move on her end :)


Hi,

She should be nominated and win entertainer of the year at the CMA's in my opinion.

Warmest regards as always,

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In a Video clip Shania twain did say there would be some surprises for the CCMA Awards I wonder what that could be? Maybe a new single for another album? Duet maybe something else. I think she's stopped focusing on The Now album and stopped releasing songs and videos because like Tommy said the hits just ain't there. I dunno if another album late this year or next year is a good possibility.



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In a Video clip Shania twain did say there would be some surprises for the CCMA Awards I wonder what that could be? Maybe a new single for another album? Duet maybe something else. I think she's stopped focusing on The Now album and stopped releasing songs and videos because like Tommy said the hits just ain't there. I dunno if another album late this year or next year is a good possibility.


Here is the clip you're talking about. I'm sure she will sing a song from NOW (like she sang "I'm Alright" on the TODAY show) but there's no way it will be a new single for another album. I agree the promotion of NOW is pretty much over and highly doubt there will be any more singles. Her label would have released another one by now.

As for her next album, I would say maybe in 2020 at the earliest.



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CCMA Country Music Week 2018

Tourism Hamilton

Celebrate the best of Country: Canadian Country Music Week Returns to Hamilton Sept. 6-9

It’s time to break in those cowboy boots. Canadian Country Music Week is back in Hamilton September 6 to 9, 2018. We can’t wait to welcome country music mega stars and fans once again for a serious celebration of all things county.

Here are just some of the events planned:


2018 Canadian Country Music Awards Show

The night we’ve all been waiting for arrives Sunday, Sept. 9 with a star studded live broadcast from Hamilton’s FirstOntario Centre hosted by Shania Twain with performances by

  • Keith Urban
  • Lindsay Eli
  • High Valley
  • Terri Clark
  • Dallas Smith
  • Mason Ramsey

Don’t miss the biggest country music event of the year. Get your tickets here!

https://tourismhamilton.com/ccmas

***It's still unclear whether Shania will be performing or not.



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I wonder if Shania will receive any nominations. It would be weird to host the awards and not be nominated for anything. Especially having a new album out. Hopefully she will at least be nominated for the Fans' Choice award.

CCMA @CCMAofficial

And the nominees are … Tune in to @ETCanada Tues at 7:30pm ET to find out our @AppleMusic Fans' Choice nominees and Wed at 12:30pm ET on ET Canada Facebook Live for nominees in 9 other categories. #CCMANomDay

2:45 PM ET - 9 Jul 18

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ET Canada To Announce 2018 CCMA Awards Nominees

ET Canada | July 10, 2018

Entertainment Tonight Canada is partnering with the Canadian Country Music Association to announce this year’s CCMA Awards nominees.

Kicking things off on Tuesday night on ET Canada, we will announce the nominees for the Apple Music Fans’ Choice Award at 7:30 p.m. ET on Global.

The remainder of the award nominations will be unveiled on ET Canada Live on Facebook, beginning at 12:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, July 11. Fans can stream the announcement and engage with it by using the official hashtag #CCMANomDay.

This year’s categories will include: Album of the Year, Female Artist of the Year, Male Artist of the Year, Group or Duo of the Year, Interactive Artist or Group of the Year, SiriusXM Rising Star Award, Roots Artist or Group of the Year, Single of the Year and Video of the Year.

As previously announced, Shania Twain will be hosting this year’s awards show on Sept. 9.

https://etcanada.com/news/346075/et-canada-to-announce-2018-ccma-awards-nominees/



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Shania has been nominated for the Fans' Choice award! The rest of the categories and nominees will be announced tomorrow at 12:30pm ET on "ET Canada" Facebook Live.

CCMA @CCMAofficial

🎉JUST ANNOUNCED 🎉 The 2018 Apple Music Fans’ Choice nominees are @gordbamford @deanbrody @ChadBrownlee @timhicksmusic @HIGHVALLEY @jamesbarkerband @BrettKissel @jessmoskaluke @dallassmith @ShaniaTwain. Vote for your fave here: https://ccmafanvote.com/ #CCMAawards

7:57 PM ET - 10 Jul 18

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The rest of the categories and nominees were just announced. Shania is also nominated for Female Artist of the Year.

CCMA @CCMAofficial

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Shout out to all the ladies nominated for this year’s Female Artist of the Year Award! @lindsayell @madelinemerlo @jessmoskaluke @MegPatrickMusic @ShaniaTwain #CCMAnomday #CCMAawards

https://twitter.com/CCMAofficial/status/1017087483648073734

12:45 PM ET - 11 Jul 18

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***Click Links Below For Complete List Of Categories & Nominees.

https://www.fyimusicnews.ca/articles/2018/07/11/moskaluke-and-kissel-lead-ccma-nominations

https://etcanada.com/photos/346353/2018-ccma-awards-nominees



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I don't understand... You can vote as many times as you want on Fans' Choice?

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I don't understand... You can vote as many times as you want on Fans' Choice?


Yes. That's correct. Shania will definitely win. Especially since she is hosting the awards. https://ccmafanvote.com 



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VOTE for Shania HERE: https://ccmafanvote.com | Or by streaming HERE: http://apple.co/VoteShaniaTwain



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Shania Twain @ShaniaTwain

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You can now vote for me in the @AppleMusic Fan's Choice Award at this year's @CCMAofficial. I'm forever grateful for your continued support and love ❤️ Vote here: ccmafanvote.com

10:30 AM ET - 17 Jul 18

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Shania Twain @ShaniaTwain

For those of you who are on @AppleMusic, you can vote for me in the Fan's Choice Award by heading over to the Apple Music @CCMAofficial Fan's Choice playlist and listening to my songs within the playlist. One play counts as one vote ❤️

iTunes CCMA Fans' Choice playlist - http://apple.co/VoteShaniaTwain

6:47 PM ET - 2 Aug 18

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THE CANADIAN COUNTRY MUSIC ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES JESSICA MULRONEY WILL WORK WITH SHANIA TWAIN TO HIGHLIGHT CANADIAN DESIGNER AT THE 2018 CCMA AWARDS

Twain to wear designs from selected designer on the 2018 CCMA Red Carpet and CCMA Awards live broadcast

CCMA Press Release | August 8, 2018

August 8, 2018 (Toronto, ON) - Canada, get your cameras ready! The Canadian Country Music Association (CCMA) has just announced that Canadian fashion expert Jessica Mulroney will be working with a celebrated Canadian designer to create 4 unique looks for the 2018 CCMA Awards show host Shania Twain. Making her first red carpet appearance in over a decade, Twain will select one Canadian designer to create show-stopping looks that will be revealed one by one during the 2018 CCMA Awards, broadcast live from Hamilton on Sunday, September 9 nationwide on CBC and cbcmusic.ca/ccmas at 8 p.m. ET (5 p.m. PT).

Mulroney continues to make efforts to promote Canadian fashion on a national and international scale. An expert on all things fashion and bridal, Mulroney works as an independent consultant with several companies in Canada, including  Kleinfeld and Hudson Bay. Jessica is also the co-founder of The Shoebox Project, a charitable organization that distributes gifts to women who are homeless or at-risk of homelessness in communities across Canada and the US to enhance self-esteem and reduce feelings of isolation for women in crisis. 

Over the course of the next month Mulroney will work with one of Canada’s most celebrated designers to create unforgettable ensembles for Twain. Each outfit will be presented for consideration and review in advance of Canada’s biggest night of country music, the 2018 CCMA Awards.

Who will Shania be wearing this year on the red carpet? Follow along via the CCMA social channels -- Twitter, Instagram and Facebook -- to see which designer is selected to dress Canada’s Queen of Country Music for her return to the CCMA Awards stage.

For more information on the CCMA and the 2018 CCMA Awards please visit ccma.org.

https://www.ccma.org/cgi/page.cgi/_article.html?aid=356

***Jessica is the wife of "eTalk" (Canada) host Ben Mulroney who has interviewed Shania several times over the years.



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Jessica Mulroney @jessicamulroney

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It’s Official! The fabulous and exquisite @shaniatwain and I will be working together to highlight Canadian design for her first red carpet in 12 years as she hosts this years @ccmaofficial show. Can’t wait to show you the incredible looks! #canadiangals

1:49 PM ET - 8 Aug 18

http://instagram.com/jessicamulroney

***Picture was taken over the weekend when Shania performed in Las Vegas.

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CCMA @CCMAofficial

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CCMA Awards host @ShaniaTwain and fashion expert @jessicamulroney met up to decide which Canadian designer Shania will wear to the #CCMAawards. Any guesses on who it will be? #CCMAawards #HamOnt #CanadianFashion

2:53 PM ET - 8 Aug 18

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I’m deeply honoured to be receiving The Generation Award at Canadian Country Music Association this September. If I inspire anyone to embrace their creative liberty and write what they really think and feel without limitation, then that is all I can hope for. Music can bridge gaps and bring people together and we should all work together to ensure that everyone has the freedom to sing and express their truth. http://ccmafanvote.com

2:30 PM ET - 11 Aug 18

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Great to meet fellow Canadian @jessicamulroney and start working on some exciting things for the @ccmaofficial!

1:42 PM ET - 13 Aug 18

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Female country singers to open CCMA Awards show with Shania Twain tribute

By David Friend | The Canadian Press | August 21, 2018

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TORONTO — Three of Canadian country music’s new generation of female voices are gearing up for a tribute to Shania Twain.

Jess Moskaluke, Kira Isabella and Madeline Merlo will open next month’s Canadian Country Music Association Awards with an homage to the Timmins, Ont. native, organizers announced on Tuesday.

The trio of singers will each perform one of Twain’s songs before the superstar joins them onstage to begin her hosting duties for the live broadcast. The event takes place at Hamilton’s FirstOntario Centre on Sept. 9.

It’s a “girl power” moment Moskaluke says she never dreamed would happen. She’s been a longtime Twain fan and regularly credits the country singer with giving her the confidence to pursue a music career.

“I had every album, I know every word to every song — whether it was a single or not,” Moskaluke says.

“I remember her music always being a part of my life.”

Over the past few weeks Moskaluke has been texting with Isabella and Merlo to iron out the details of their collaboration. They’ve discussed their outfits, the songs they’ll sing, and how excited they are to meet Twain for the first time.

Moskaluke will perform “Man! I Feel Like a Woman!” while Merlo is down for a rendition of “Life’s About to Get Good,” Twain’s comeback single released last year. Isabella is set to offer her take on “Whose Bed Have Your Boots Been Under?” one of the singer’s earlier tracks.

They’ll unite to sing “Honey, I’m Home,” a foot-stomping finish to their set.

Moskaluke, 28, grew up in Saskatchewan during the 1990s when she says artists like Twain, Faith Hill, Martina McBride and LeAnn Rimes ruled over the country music airwaves.

“For me, Shania was the one really paving the way,” she says.

Moskaluke has a few other things to be excited about at this year’s show. She’s tied with Brett Kissel for the most CCMA nominations — they each have six. Merlo is nominated for female artist of the year.

“Brett always cleans house,” Moskaluke says of her friend. “Year after year he has a fantastic career.”

But Moskaluke’s country stardom, which includes three consecutive female artist wins at the CCMA Awards, is opening new doors in Nashville.

She’s been working on a number of collaborations she’s keeping under wraps, and this summer recorded a Christmas album that’ll be released later this year.

“I always thought I’d have to work really hard to get into the Christmas spirit,” she says of her studio time in July.

“But you can’t hear Christmas spirit, you just have to sing the song… We put up a Christmas tree and that’s it.”

Moskaluke also plans to get married this weekend at her Saskatchewan farm, which she says added another layer of complications to her busy schedule.

“I haven’t had time to breathe. I don’t eat anymore, or sleep, because there’s no time for that,” she jokes.

“I guess I’m overwhelmed with excitement.”

The CCMA Awards will broadcast live on the CBC and cbcmusic.ca/ccmas at 8 p.m. ET (5 p.m. PT).

https://nationalpost.com/pmn/entertainment-pmn/female-country-singers-to-open-ccma-awards-show-with-shania-twain-tribute



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Shania Twain favourites: CCMA Awards tribute performers pick their ultimate tracks

By David Friend | The Canadian Press | August 21, 2018

If the jukebox was filled with Shania Twain songs, which one would you pick to play?

Choosing favourites is tough for the singers who will pay tribute to Canada’s country music queen at the Canadian Country Music Association Awards next month.

They say, how do you decide on just one great Twain song?

Her library ranges from crossover hits like “Man! I Feel Like a Woman!,” “You’re Still the One” and “That Don’t Impress Me Much,” which exploded on both pop and country radio

And then there’s ballads like “From This Moment On,” which has been embraced for years as a popular first dance at weddings.

But Jess Moskaluke, Kira Isabella and Madeline Merlo decided to dig a little deeper.

The trio, who open the CBC’s broadcast of the CCMA Awards with a powerhouse homage to Twain on Sept. 9, selected favourites that might not necessarily be most obvious to casual Twain fans.

Jess Moskaluke’s Pick

Song: “No One Needs to Know”

The album: 1995’s “The Woman in Me”

“I don’t have one single favourite, but (this is) one of the very first ones I ever remember hearing,” Moskaluke says.

“It was such an easy song to sing along to — and fun when she flips into her falsetto. Even before I was a singer I knew that was a fun song to sing.”

Kira Isabella’s Pick

Song: “It Only Hurts When I’m Breathing”

The album: 2002’s “Up!”

“I love country music for the way so many artists have been able to describe a broken heart. And she does such and incredible job of that,” Isabella says.

“When I was 11 or 12 listening to that song I just loved the melody, but I didn’t really understand it. Now that I’m older I love it on so many different levels because I’ve had my heart broken like that.”

Madeline Merlo’s Pick

Song: “Whose Bed Have Your Boots Been Under?”

The album: 1995’s “The Woman in Me”

“The harmonies — sonically it didn’t sound like anything else at the time,” Merlo says.

“It made so many waves in the industry and she shook everything up with that song. I performed a lot of Shania Twain as a kid and that was definitely one of them.”

https://nationalpost.com/pmn/entertainment-pmn/shania-twain-favourites-ccma-awards-tribute-performers-pick-their-ultimate-tracks



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The #CCMAawards Red Carpet is your chance to see awards presenters, nominees, performers and special guests strut their stuff on their way to an epic night at the CCMA Awards. Get there early to secure the best spot to catch your faves! #CCMAs #HamOnt

11:54 AM ET - 23 Aug 18

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Shania Twain Canadian Country Music Awards Ticket Package: Red Carpet Viewing, Signed Vinyl & More

Score rare passes to the 2018 CCMA Awards that include a backstage tour, access to watch the red carpet, and an exclusive bundle of memorabilia signed by Shania Twain.

The Experience

Shania Twain is finally getting the crown she deserves. This year’s Canadian Country Music Association Awards will honor the Queen of Country Pop with a Generation Award, and IfOnly has your VIP tickets to watch the concert coronation live. On September 9, you and a guest will arrive early at the FirstOntario Centre to go behind-the-scenes with a backstage tour plus exclusive access to watch the performers warm up during dress rehearsal. After watching the nominees and performers walk the red carpet you'll take your premium seats as the 2018 CCMA Awards kick off a two hour celebration hosted by Shania and featuring appearances by some of Canada's brightest country icons and incredible live performances by Keith Urban, Lindsay Ell, High Valley, Dallas Smith, Terri Clark, Tim Hicks, Brett Kissel, Meghan Partrick and more.

This once-in-a-lifetime awards show experience includes an exclusive bundle of signed memorabilia. Score Shania’s latest album “Now” on vinyl, a photo of the singer, and a personalized “Shania Heart” pendant—all signed by Shania Twain herself.

Funds from this experience will benefit Shania Kids Can Foundation, MusiCounts and Unison Benevolent Fund. Shania Kids Can Foundation is Canadian non-profit and 501 (c) (3) registered charity that aims to empower, inspire and educate children via supportive programming desinged for long-term success. MusiCounts is a music education charity that keeps music alive across Canada by putting musical instruments into the hands of children that need them most. Unison Benevolent Fund is a non-profit, registered charity that provides counselling and emergency relief services to the Canadian music community.

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  • 2 premium tickets to the Canadian Country Music Association Awards at FirstOntario Centre in Hamilton, ON, on September 9, 2018
    • Exact location may not be available until day of the show and may be anywhere in the venue
    • Guest names and information must be provided no later than Friday, September 7
  • View a portion of the dress rehearsal with a backstage tour
  • Reserved area to watch red carpet
  • Autographed copy of “NOW” on vinyl
  • Autographed 8x10 of Shania Twain
  • Digital autographed copy of music sheet and handwritten lyrics for "You're Still the One"
  • SKC prize pack including personalized autographed "Shania Heart" pendant
  • Merchandise to be shipped at a later date following the event
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Shania Twain is arguably the biggest pop phenomenon to come out of the country music scene in the late ‘90s. Rightfully dubbed the Queen of Country Pop, Shania has sold well over 75 million albums worldwide, making her the most successful female country artist of all time. Shania is also the only female artist in history to have three consecutive albums certified Diamond. After winning five Grammys and 27 BMI Songwriter Awards, Shania retired from performing in 2004 only to return to the stage eight years later in her critically acclaimed show Still the One. Shania released her fifth studio album, NOW, on September 29, 2017 and will embark on the Shania Now Tour in May 2018.

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Want to go backstage, walk the red carpet & see me live at #CCMAAwards on September 9th? Special packages are now on sale to benefit @ShaniaKidsCan at @IfOnly!

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It doesn't sound like Shania will be performing at the CCMAs.

Your guide to Country Music Week in Hamilton | #CCMAawards

By Graham Rockingham | Hamilton Spectator | August 31, 2018

Sunday, Sept. 9

CCMA Awards Red Carpet — An opportunity to star gaze as performers, presenters and nominees walk the red carpet on their way into FirstOntario Centre for the nationally televised awards show. Get there early if you want a prime spot. 6 to 7:30 p.m. Fan Village.

CCMA Awards Show — Shania Twain hosts the grand finale of Country Music Week at FirstOntario Centre before an expected audience of 12,000 fans. The two-hour show, which starts at 8 p.m., will feature performances by Keith Urban, Terri Clark, Kira Isabella, Tim Hicks, High Valley, Brett Kissel, Burlington's Tebey, The Reklaws, Serena Ryder, Dallas Smith, The Washboard Union, Madeline Merlo, Jess Moskaluke, and American 11-year-old yodelling sensation Mason Ramsey. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster. CBC will broadcast the show live.

Click link below for complete guide to Country Music Week.

https://www.thespec.com/whatson-story/8874012-your-guide-to-country-music-week-in-hamilton-ccmaawards/



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GRAMMY Award winner @alessiacara will present @ShaniaTwain with the 2018 Generation Award! How has Shania influenced your generation? #CCMAawards #HamOnt

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Not only is Raina Douris, Host of Mornings on @CBCMusic, presenting on the #CCMAawards, she’s also the host of our Red Carpet live stream! Catch all the action at 7pm ET this Sunday at CBCMusic.ca/ccmas @RahRahRaina

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As mentioned before, the 2018 CCMAs will air live across Canada on CBC-TV and worldwide at cbcmusic.ca/ccmas at 8:00pm ET on September 9.

The Red Carpet pre-show (7:00pm ET) and CCMAs (8:00pm ET) will be streamed live on cbcmusic.ca/ccmas and also on CBC Music's Facebook page (facebook.com/CBCMusic) and YouTube channel (youtube.com/CBCMusic).



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Shania Twain @ShaniaTwain

I have the best fans in the WORLD! ❤️❤️❤️ You can now vote for me in the @AppleMusic Fan's Choice Award at this year's @CCMAofficial. Vote for me by tweeting #FansChoiceShania. Retweets count as a vote too! 😘 I'm so grateful for your support after all this time.

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It doesn't sound like Shania will be performing at the CCMAs.

Your guide to Country Music Week in Hamilton | #CCMAawards

By Graham Rockingham | Hamilton Spectator | August 31, 2018

Sunday, Sept. 9

CCMA Awards Red Carpet — An opportunity to star gaze as performers, presenters and nominees walk the red carpet on their way into FirstOntario Centre for the nationally televised awards show. Get there early if you want a prime spot. 6 to 7:30 p.m. Fan Village.

CCMA Awards Show — Shania Twain hosts the grand finale of Country Music Week at FirstOntario Centre before an expected audience of 12,000 fans. The two-hour show, which starts at 8 p.m., will feature performances by Keith Urban, Terri Clark, Kira Isabella, Tim Hicks, High Valley, Brett Kissel, Burlington's Tebey, The Reklaws, Serena Ryder, Dallas Smith, The Washboard Union, Madeline Merlo, Jess Moskaluke, and American 11-year-old yodelling sensation Mason Ramsey. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster. CBC will broadcast the show live.

Click link below for complete guide to Country Music Week.

https://www.thespec.com/whatson-story/8874012-your-guide-to-country-music-week-in-hamilton-ccmaawards/


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‘Shania did everything’: how the record-breaking singer shaped Canadian country music

CBC Music | September 6, 2018

Hit play on “Any Man of Mine” at karaoke, and you’ll have a roomful of people singing “better walk the line” by the time the chorus hits. It’s been 25 years since Shania Twain’s self-titled debut album was released, and there’s a reason the Timmins, Ontario-born singer remains the top-selling female country artist of all time.

From 1993 to 2002, Twain made country-pop crossover its own genre, winning five Grammys, 13 Junos and topping plenty of charts, paving the way for artists sitting atop those same charts every year since. This year, Twain will be hosting the Canadian Country Music Association Awards in Hamilton, while also receiving the CCMA Generation Award, which recognizes artists who have pushed country music to new audiences internationally.

After making a comeback last year with her first solo album in 15 years — and celebrating a quarter-century since her debut — we thought it was time to ask some of this year's CCMA Award nominees how Twain has influenced their music. From Jess Moskaluke and Dean Brody to Lindi Ortega and Brett Kissel and more, their answers are below.

Tenille Arts

"Shania Twain was one of my biggest influences growing up, and she is the reason I started voice lessons. When I was seven years old, a neighbour overheard me singing ‘Man! I Feel Like a Woman’ in my backyard and she came over and told my mom that I had a great voice. Ever since that day I have dreamed about being a singer and followed in her footsteps by going to Nashville."

Brett Kissel

“Shania, to me, is kind of like Elvis. When I was at Graceland in Memphis, there's this massive sign that said, 'Before anyone did anything — Elvis did everything.' So, to me, that's what Shania has meant to me — and all Canadian country artists. Before any of us did anything, Shania did everything. She's an amazing singer. An amazing songwriter. And an amazing entertainer. Shania is 'everything.'"

Jessica Mitchell

“Shania broke barriers from day 1 of her career by being herself and not being afraid to sing about things she wanted to, empowering women through lyrics and melody and bending genres to appeal to a widespread fanbase. That was something that always spoke volumes to me because I try to follow that same fearless path and do what makes me happy. She paved the way for many of us trying to carve our own path through the entertainment industry, and I’m grateful I had her music as a guide to never be afraid to do what I want to do musically.”

Dean Brody

"The thing I love and appreciate about Shania is that she wasn’t confined to the 'rules' of Nashville at the time. She was a trailblazer. Artists like her show that being yourself and being true to your own vision can be a breath of fresh air to a sometimes confining genre. Fans love authenticity. Especially country music fans. She, much like Taylor Swift, has helped me see that."

Madeline Merlo

"Shania has influenced my music immensely because she changed the landscape of country music at the time of her explosion into the scene. She brought so many pop and rock elements into her classic country roots, and although it pushed boundaries it became absolutely huge internationally. Shania taught me to push boundaries, not be afraid to be different and follow your heart."

Tim Hicks

“I think for me, the way that Shania's music was produced, especially early on, really changed the way I thought of country music. Bringing in those rock and pop elements kicked down a lot of doors and opened the whole thing up for a guy like me to find a home as an artist.”

Jess Moskaluke

“Shania has paved the way for so many country music artists to be who they really are. She’s bridged the gap between pop and country stylings and is largely a part of the reason I can be the pop country artist I want to be!”

Brandi Caroline (Nice Horse)

"Shania is, hands down, one of the biggest influences in my music career. I remember her first record, the self-titled album. It was one of the first CDs I ever owned — I loved Shania with the wolf on the front cover! I had that CD on non-stop. I would listen to 'Dance With the One That Brought You' over and over. I would sing harmonies to that album in the car. I am pretty sure there isn't a single lyric on that album that I still don't know 'til this day.

"I was so inspired by Shania that as a young, 10-year-old girl, I wrote her a letter. I had just moved to a new town, and I was having a hard time moving in. Music was the only thing that made me feel better during that time, her record in particular — I would just sit in my room and listen to that CD. I wrote her telling her all of that. You wouldn't believe my complete joy and shock when I received a reply back! She told me in the letter that she had a hard time growing up, too. Hearing that from Shania Twain helped me through that tough time, and as a young aspiring musician, that letter definitely fuelled my passion. I still have that letter to this day."

Lindi Ortega

"Shania Twain blazed a trail for a lot of modern-day country artists. She was one of the first to cross over. Her music went beyond the genre 'country' and became popular to all. Many have followed in her footsteps. She also never bent to Nashville norms; it was considered racy for her to show her midriff in her videos, but she didn’t care. She owned her style and didn’t compromise her vision for who she wanted to be as an artist."

Donovan Woods

"What Shania did was forge a path for Canadian women in Nashville. There will now forever be a narrative of a Canadian woman succeeding enormously in the U.S., at the highest levels, and no one can say it can't happen again.

“Shania's trailblazing is observable in Canadian artists like Terri Clark and Lindsay Ell and now, Tenille Townes. In a town where they'll use any old excuse to reject you (even your Canadian citizenship) Shania's success means it's possible. Country music is a format built on the backs of strong female performers. Patsy Cline, Dolly Parton, Faith Hill — that list isn't complete without Shania. That's so hugely inspiring."

Lindsay Ell

"Shania was my role model as a little girl. I knew every word to every song and remember growing up running around all the rooms in my house with a plastic microphone thinking I would be her one day. Shania inspired me to fall in love with performing at a really young age, and helped me believe that anything is possible."

The Reklaws

"Shania has influenced us in bigger ways than ever. Her music has spoken to so many across the world and has given us a way to sing and share! There is not one country artist that has not covered one of her songs and felt the way the room changes when you do. On top of her music, her life story — as a woman and as a Canadian making huge waves across the world — she has set bars and has shown bravery that artists of every gender and age will look up to."

Hunter Brothers

“Shania Twain truly is a legend. She has always been ahead of her time musically, and exudes a great measure of energy with every song, recording and performance she puts her hands to. We grew up with one radio station in our little town and Shania dominated the airwaves. Her progressive pop leanings have no doubt held an effect on our musical direction and we are thankful for the pioneer she has been in the country format.”

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SHANIA TWAIN TO WEAR GRETA CONSTANTINE AT CCMA AWARDS

THE CANADIAN COUNTRY MUSIC ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES SHANIA TWAIN WILL WEAR CANADIAN DESIGNERS GRETA CONSTANTINE FOR THE 2018 CCMA AWARDS

TWAIN WILL WEAR FOUR UNIQUE LOOKS CHOSEN BY JESSICA MULRONEY FROM THE TORONTO-BASED DUO FOR HER FIRST RED CARPET APPEARANCE IN A DECADE

CCMA Press Release | September 7, 2018

September 7, 2018 (Hamilton, ON) - The wait is almost over! Today, the Canadian Country Music Association® (CCMA) has announced that Canadian fashion expert Jessica Mulroney will work with esteemed Canadian designer duo Greta Constantine to create all looks for 2018 CCMA Awards show host Shania Twain. Making her first red carpet appearance in over a decade, Twain has confirmed that Greta Constantine will create four ensembles to be revealed during the CCMA Red Carpet and the 2018 CCMA Awards, broadcast live from Hamilton this Sunday, September 9 nationwide on CBC and cbcmusic.ca/ccmas at 8 p.m. ET (5 p.m. PT).

Since being announced as Twain’s stylist last month, Mulroney has been working with the Greta Constantine duo of Kirk Pickersgill and Stephen Wong to create a series of unforgettable looks for Twain to wear at the annual Awards.

"We've had the honour of dressing many industry trailblazers-- diverse women that push boundaries and embrace the challenges that tomorrow brings," starts Kirk Pickersgill. Stephen Wong continues, "For us, working with Shania was a particularly special experience given her genuine excitement for fashion and an eagerness to take risks."

Want to catch what Greta Constantine has created for Shania to wear on the 2018 CCMA Red Carpet and Awards show stage? Follow along via the CCMA social channels -- Twitter, Instagram and Facebook -- to see each handcrafted, uniquely designed outfit donned by Canada’s Queen of Country Music.

For more information on the CCMA and the 2018 CCMA Awards please visit ccma.org.

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 and the 2018 CCMA Awards Show include FACTOR, Canada’s Private Radio Broadcasters and the Government of Canada through the Department of Canadian Heritage’s “Canada Music Fund”, Ontario Creates, Radio Starmaker Fund, Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport, City of Hamilton, Tourism Hamilton and the Hamilton, Halton and Brant Regional Tourism Organization.

About Greta Constantine
Greta Constantine is a collection of ready-to-wear womenswear based in Toronto, Canada. Founded in 2006 by designers. Kirk Pickersgill and Stephen Wong, the label is derived from the combination of the name of the latter's mother, Greta, with that of the former's grandfather, Constantine. The collection is available in over 30-doors worldwide across 15-countries including Holt Renfrew in Canada, Lord & Taylor in the United States, and both Moda Operandi and Farfetch online. The pair works together in their Toronto-area studio -- conceptualizing, exploring, and challenging the fashions of today for the women of tomorrow.

Media Contacts:

For Shania Twain:
Valerie Burnatowski, Universal Music Canada
valerie.burnatowski@umusic.com | 416.718.4024

For Greta Constantine: 
Jesse Greene
jesse@gretaconstantine.com | 647.404.9179

For the Canadian Country Music Association:
Tiffany Astle, penelopePR
tiffany@penelopepr.com | 416.554.7329

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I wonder why they keep on telling it's her first red carpet appearance in over a decade when she attended a number of those during this time. Even Junos in 2011. Didn't they study Maths at school? What's wrong with the calculations?

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I wonder why they keep on telling it's her first red carpet appearance in over a decade when she attended a number of those during this time. Even Junos in 2011. Didn't they study Maths at school? What's wrong with the calculations?


I guess they mean her first CCMA red carpet appearance in over a decade. She last attended the CCMAs in 2003 if I have my facts correct. 



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With two major noms at Sunday's Canadian Country Music Awards, Lindsay Ell is more focused on fangirling Shania Twain

ABC News Radio | September 7, 2018

Newcomer Lindsay Ell is up for two trophies at the Canadian Country Music Awards in her homeland this weekend. But the "Criminal" hitmaker is less focused on her potential wins than on meeting the ceremony's host, country/pop icon Shania Twain.

"I still have never met Shania, just for whatever circumstance," Lindsay explains. "Whenever she's in town, I'm on the road. And so I'm so excited, to first off, get to meet my idol. She's hosting the awards show that I'm getting to perform at."

"I just had a #1 in Canada and was -- oddly enough -- the first female to have a #1 on Canadian country radio for 10 years, since Terri Clark in 2008," she continues. "So it's just gonna be such an incredible night -- slash -- I might fangirl on Shania, but I'm really excited."

Lindsay's nominated for Album of the Year for The Project, but she'll also compete against the icon for Female Artist of the Year. So what will she say when she meets her hero?

"I need to rehearse this, because I probably will choke up," she admits, "and I'll just be like -- I won't even know what to say. But I will just tell her that she's inspired me. I mean, I ran around the house singing Shania songs all of my childhood," Lindsay laughs.

Ever the fashionista, Lindsay will be bringing the glam for Sunday night's show.

"We have something special planned, for carpet and performance," she reveals. "Of course, I'm performing 'Criminal,' so we might be getting a little creative... sort of a spinoff of the music video where I dressed up as a prisoner."

Keith Urban and High Valley will also appear on the CCMAs, which are set to air on the CBC in Canada.

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Shania Twain @ShaniaTwain

C'mon everybody, you know how it goes... #ShaniaNOW #FansChoiceShania

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REMINDER: Shania Hosting Canadian Country Music Awards Tonight!

***Don't forget! Shania will be hosting the 2018 Canadian Country Music Awards tonight in Hamilton, Ontario and will be honored with the Generation Award (presented by Alessia Cara).

***The CCMAs will air live from FirstOntario Centre at 8:00pm ET across Canada on CBC-TV and worldwide at cbcmusic.ca/ccmaawards, youtube.com/cbcmusic and facebook.com/CBCMusic (Red Carpet pre-show begins at 7:00pm ET - Online only).

***Kira Isabella, Madeline Merlo and Jess Moskaluke will open the awards show with a Shania Twain tribute.

***Shania is nominated for Female Artist of the Year (up against Lindsay Ell, Madeline Merlo, Jess Moskaluke and Meghan Patrick) and Fans' Choice Award which you can vote for Shania here: ccmafanvote.com or by tweeting #FansChoiceShania.



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Shania Twain and solid lineup of female nominees to mark CCMA Awards telecast

By David Friend | The Canadian Press | September 9, 2018

Country superstar Shania Twain and a substantial roster of female nominees will bring an extra spark of energy to the Canadian Country Music Association Awards tonight.

The annual event of performances and accolades, held this year in Hamilton, packs plenty of big-name artists from across the country and beyond its borders. It also has two of Canada’s rising country stars vying for the most awards.

Jess Moskaluke and Brett Kissel both have six nominations each, marking a rare instance when two genders are represented as equally top nominees.

The show will open with a tribute to Twain’s legendary status with performances by three of Canadian country music’s new generation of female voices: Moskaluke, Kira Isabella and Madeline Merlo.

Twain will then join the trio on stage to begin hosting duties.

International country star Keith Urban is among the other big names set to perform. There’s also heaps of awards to dole out, and many of them could go to women.

Twain and Moskaluke are the first female contenders for the CCMAs fan choice award in six years.

Single of the year nominees include Moskaluke’s “Drive Me Away,” Meghan Patrick‘s “Country Music Made Me Do It,’’ James Barker Band’s “Chills,’’ Aaron Goodvin’s “Lonely Drum’’ and Dallas Smith’s “Side Effects.’’

In the running for album of the year are Moskaluke’s Past the Past and Kissel’s We Were That Song alongside Patrick’s Country Music Made Me Do It, Ell’s The Project and The Washboard Union’s What We’re Made Of.

Awards will also be given out for both male and female artist, and group or duo of the year on the broadcast, which airs live on CBC.

Other highlights include Terri Clark, who will be inducted into the hall of fame, and performances by Serena Ryder, Dallas Smith, Lindsay Ell and the James Barker Band.

Presenters will reach beyond the realm of country and include Top 40 pop singer Alessia Cara, “Murdoch Mysteries” actor Jonny Harris and tennis player Vasek Pospisil.

Some CCMA awards were handed out in events leading up to the broadcast.

Moskaluke’s “Home Movie” won for country music program or special, while the design of her album “Past the Past” received an award for its creative directors.

Stephano Barberis received the video director award for the visual aesthetic he added to numerous projects, including Meghan Patrick’s “The Bad Guy,” Jade Mya’s “Dirt Covered Rhinestone” and Gord Bamford’s “Neon Smoke.”

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Shania has arrived!

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Shania was awarded top-selling CCMA Album of the Year and top-selling CCMA Canadian Album of the Year for NOW on the red carpet.

***The winners of the Top Selling Album of the Year, Top Selling Canadian Album of the Year and Top Selling Single of the Year are determined by sales. There are no nominees for these categories. Winners were announced this week during Country Music Week in Hamilton.



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IDK how reliable is but on Wikipedia it says "Now" has sold 333.800 copies in the USA as of August 2018... I think more likely 233.800

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Host Shania Twain is big winner at 2018 Canadian Country Music Awards

Twain used hosting duties, acceptance speeches to promote women in music industry

By David Friend | The Canadian Press | September 9, 2018

Man, she feels like a winner.

Shania Twain proved nothing could stop her at the Canadian Country Music Association Awards on Sunday as she picked up the most accolades of the night after serving as host of the festivities.

The Timmins, Ont.-raised superstar eagerly participated in a celebration of her career that included winning the Generation Award and the fans' choice award.

Her latest album Now was recognized for its appeal across borders, winning the top-selling album and top-selling Canadian album awards.

The CCMA Awards opened with a tribute to Twain's legendary status led by three of Canadian country music's new generation of female voices: Jess Moskaluke, Kira Isabella and Madeline Merlo.

Twain then joined the trio on stage to finish the song and proclaim that country remains close to her heart.

"My musical influences have always been diverse but country music gave me a home, a place where a fast-talking girl from northern Ontario, who dreamt for bigger things for her and her family, could be heard," she said.

Twain also took several opportunities throughout the broadcast to celebrate the inroads women are making in the country music industry. She also called for more progress.

"I'm thrilled to see women in country dominating the album of the year category," she said, pointing to how rare it was to see so many women among the nominees.

"But we can go further by recognizing a place for diversity in country music by being inclusive and by really respecting what women of country have always been able to deliver: heart, soul and a kick-ass guitar riff."

When Twain was given the Generation Award by pop singer Alessia Cara, Twain paused to recognize how Cara is forging a voice for a younger generation.

"Alessia really represents the empowered, independent female of today," she said.

Terri Clark inducted to hall of fame

Among the other winners was Moskaluke whose Past the Past locked in album of the year.

James Barker Band's Chills picked up single of the year, giving the song an extra boost after it won top-selling single at a gala dinner ahead of the broadcast. The Reklaws won rising star.

International country star Keith Urban, who performed his song Never Coming Down, inducted Terri Clark into the hall of fame after a reel of best wishes from longtime pals.

"To be congratulated by Reba, Brooks and Dunn and be given this award by one of the most talented men on this planet is pretty awesome," Clark said.

"I can't wait to see where this crazy ride takes me next," she added. "I'm not done, this is just the second chapter."

Some CCMA awards were handed out in events leading up to the broadcast.

The Washboard Union took home their third award for roots artist or group.

Moskaluke's Home Movie won for country music program or special, while the design of her album Past the Past received an award for its creative directors.

Stephano Barberis received the video director award for the visual esthetic he added to numerous projects, including Meghan Patrick's The Bad Guy, Jade Mya's Dirt Covered Rhinestone and Gord Bamford's Neon Smoke.

https://www.cbc.ca/news/entertainment/2018-canadian-country-music-awards-shania-twain-hamilton-1.4816712



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