New single “ABOUT YOU”
out now
“Being in love is equal parts elating and terrifying, and when I wrote this song with Lydia Sutherland and Chris Yurchuck we really wanted to capture the nuanced spectrum of those feelings. Andy D. Park did an absolutely beautiful job of producing a recording completely unique to anything I've ever released while simultaneously fully capturing who I am as an artist.”
CCMA-nominated Nashville-based Canadian singer/songwriter, Aaron Pollock, is broadening his country sound and exploring new sonic territory. He is embracing past and present influences ranging from John Mayer and Don Henley to country greats Keith Urban, HARDY and Brothers Osborne, and current obsessions such as 80’s-influenced artists like The Night Game and The Band CAMINO.
Pollock's refined skills and new sound are on full display in his recent releases, a set of songs recorded with notable producers including Andy Park (Noah Gundersen, Ciara) Giordan Postorino (LOLO, Alessia Cara), and Dennis Hann (Justine Tyrell, Wildr). These recordings pay homage to the craft and history of songwriting, but with a decidedly modern edge. While they represent a departure from his previous work, lyrically, they find Pollock more determined than ever to share his struggles in the hope that others will find courage, inspiration, or, at the very least, a new perspective on the challenges they face in their lives.
Over the past few years, Pollock’s established himself as a successful songwriter. He has over 1000 songs in his catalogue and his talent is being recognized both in Canada and south of the border. Pollock has also flourished as a recording artist and performer in his own right, sharing stages with the likes of Brett Kissel, Jocelyn Alice, and Shawn Hook.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
CCMA nomination for “Songwriter of the Year” for “Rebel Phase” by The Prairie States (2022)
Achieved first major label songwriting cut with "best friend" by Universal Music's Lydia Sutherland (2022)
“Have A Good Day” (released June 17, 2022) was added to several Amazon Music and Apple Music editorial playlists *see below (2021)
YYC Music Awards nominations for “People’s Choice” and “Songwriter of the Year” for his single, “The Truth Is” (2022)
“The Truth Is” (released January 2, 2022) was added to several Amazon Music editorial playlists *see below (2022)
Featured on the cover of Amazon Music’s ‘Breakthrough Country’ playlist (week of January 7-13, 2022)
“About Her” (released October 1, 2021) was added to Spotify editorial playlists, ‘Live Country’ and ‘Fresh Finds: Country’ (2021)
Featured in Cadbury’s “Contagious Generosity” commercial (2020)
Top 12 Finalist in Alberta’s artist development competition, "‘Project WILD’ (2019)
PREVIOUS RELEASES
Released June 17, 2022
In the vein of singer/songwriter classics like "Hey There Delilah" and "Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)," Aaron Pollock's “Have a Good Day” pulls on the heart strings with nothing but a single vocal, acoustic guitar, and unapologetically vulnerable lyrics.
Equal parts earnest and quirky, "Have a Good Day" is the musical manifestation of wanting to put a smile on the face of somebody you love.
Upon release, the track was added to the following Amazon Music editorial playlists:
Best of What’s New
Brand New Music
Fresh Country
Just North of Nashville (CA & US)
Fresh Folk & Acoustic
Breakthrough Country
And the following Apple Music playlists:
Back Porch Country
Country Lovin’
Released May 6, 2022
This stripped-back take on Pollock’s most recent release trades in drums and power chords for pedal steel and stark acoustic guitars, stripping the modern-day power ballad down to its raw form.
Drawing from equal parts emo and classic country, Pollock's powerful vocals and haunting lyrics shape a heartbreak anthem in its purest form.
Released January 7, 2022
Have you ever tried to lie yourself out of a heartbreak?
“The Truth Is” is an anthemic confession of the lies we tell ourselves and others in the face of crushing heartbreak.
Pollock’s fiery vocal delivery conveys the anguish, the defeatedness, and everything in between that comes with a broken heart. Amidst thundering drums and sweeping electric guitars, Pollock’s raw emotions are weaved into a modern-day power ballad.
Upon release, the track was added to the following Amazon Music editorial playlists:
Brand New Music
Fresh Country
Just North of Nashville
Breakthrough Country
Country Breakup
Released October 1, 2021
Have you ever met someone that you just can’t stop thinking about? That’s the story in this song.
"About Her" is an energetic yet heartfelt tribute to an individual that is captivating beyond everyday description.
Through hypnotic guitars, propulsive percussion, and a vocal performance that ignites from tender one moment to soaring the next, Pollock paints this picture with his heart on his sleeve.
Upon release, the track was added to the following Spotify editorial playlists:
Live Country
Fresh Finds: Country
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“He’s a great performer who is on the fast track to success.”
-Brett Kissel, award-winning performer
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“Aaron is a very talented young singer/songwriter that I am extremely impressed with. He is an old soul and a true pleasure to write with.”
-George Canyon, award-winning performer
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“Aaron places a great amount of care into his songwriting and what he wants to say as an artist.”
-Eric Lawrence, Coalition Music
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“It’s only a matter of time until his name is a staple among the list of “hit makers” that you read in song credits.”
-Spencer Cheyne, award-winning producer
PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS
Set to perform in a songwriters' round at the legendary Blue Bird Café in Nashville, TN (June 2023)
Performed on the Nashville North stage at the Calgary Stampede (2021)
Feature performer for Canadian Mental Health Association Donor Appreciation Night (2020)
Feature performances onstage with Shawn Hook, Jocelyn Alice, and Brett Kissel (2019)
Performed numerous headline shows throughout Alberta (2019-2021)
Feature performer at Brett X Brett Christmas Concert at the Jack Singer Concert Hall (2019)
Feature performance during Jocelyn Alice’s headlining set at Grey Cup Festival (2019)
Performed in the "Project WILD" Showcase (2019)
Performed a two-song set with Brett Kissel at the Brett Wilson Garden Party (2019)
Opened for Jann Arden at the Palace Theatre in Calgary, AB (2018)
Performed at numerous Canadian Country Music Award Showcases (since 2016)
Performed at the Indie Week finals at the Mod Club in Toronto (2015)
SONGWRITER ACHIEVEMENTS
Achieved first major label songwriting cut with "best friend" by Universal Music's Lydia Sutherland (2022)
Nominated for “Songwriter of the Year” at the 2022 Canadian Country Music Association awards for “Rebel Phase” by The Prairie States (2022)
Co-wrote 7/10 tracks on Kyle McKearney’s sophomore album, A Traveler’s Lament (2022) ** McKearney is Canada's most award-nominated independent artist of 2022
Writer/Co-Writer of over 1,000 songs to date
Nominated for “Songwriter of the Year” at the 2022 YYC Music Awards for “The Truth Is” (2022)
Co-writes with heavy hitters such as George Canyon, James Barker, Alex Dimauro and Robyn Ottilini
Won “Songwriter of the Year” at the 2021 Country Music Alberta Awards for “Every Little Town” by The Prairie States (2021)
Scored biggest songwriting cut to date with "Encore" by ANNIKA and Brett Kissel (2021)
Attained Top 40 at Canadian country radio twice: “Rebel Phase” by The Prairie States (2022) and “I Really Don’t Want To” by ANNIKA (2021)
Selected to participate in the Songwriters Association of Canada’s “Mentorship Intensive” program (2020)
Achieved first Canadian iTunes #1 with “All Over It” by Ben Chase (2019)
Nominated for two ‘Song of the Year’ awards at the Association of Country Music in Alberta (ACMA) Awards - “Hands on My Body” and “All Over It” (2019)
Recognized as “One to Watch” by the Nashville Songwriters Association (2017)
Product partnership with NO CHASING YOU VODKA for “No Chasing You” by Devin Cooper (2017)
SONGWRITER CREDITS
Lydia Sutherland - “Best Friend” (2022)
ANNIKA - “Blind Love” (2022), “The Death of Me” (2022), “Strangers” (2022), “Encore” (feat. Brett Kissel) (2021), “Love Looks Like You” (2021), “I Really Don’t Want To” (2021), “It Still Hurts” (2021), “It Kills Me” (unreleased), “Fell in Love in a Minute” (unreleased), “Something to Fix” (unreleased), “Losing Side of Love” (unreleased)
Kyle McKearney - “Stoned” (2023), “Heroes” (2023), “I Used to Know” (unreleased), “Whispering Pines” (2023), “Rebel Child” (2023), “Sober” (2023), “River Rain” (2022), “Mercy” (2022)
The Prairie States – “Rebel Phase” (2022), “Slow it Down” (2022), “Fall Asleep Alone” (2021), “Every Little Town” (2020), “Ashes to Fire” (2020), “Low Life” (2020)
Alli Walker - “Red Wine or Whiskey” (2022)
Genevieve Fisher - “First Four Walls” (2022)
Katelyn Lehner - “Matter of Wine” (2022)
Jessica Sevier - “See You There” (2022)
Alex Hughes – “Tee Time” (2022), “Gentleman” (2020), “Strong as You” (2019)
Brad Sims - “Settle Her Down” (unreleased)
Mike Whiteside - “Catch a Red” (2023), “My Kind of Paradise” (2022), “Never Been to California” (2022)
Ryan Lindsay - “She's Got a New Cowboy” (2022)
Paige Rutledge - “Good at Missing You” (2022)
Raphael Roberge - “10” (2022)
Brettyn Rose – “Making Progress” (2022), “All I Want is You” (2020)
Ben Chase – “First Names” (2022),“All Over It” (2019), “Some Things Never Change” (unreleased), “New Ink on My Arm” (unreleased), “Watch You Go” (unreleased), “Right Ones Left” (unreleased)
Olivia Mae Graham - “Pretty Different” (2023), “Mean Girls” (unreleased)
Elias James - “Rockstar” (unreleased)
Josh David - “Back To The Future” (2021)
Chris Brien - “Saturdays Are For The Girl” (2021)
Jordan Riley - “You Ain’t” (2021)
Crystal McGrath - “Back To Never” (2021)
Mariya Stokes – “Break My Heart” (2021), "Rebound” (2020), “Hands on My Body” (2019)
Coty Robinson - “Waste of a Summer” (2021)
Lauren Anne Yule - “Feelin’ Good” (2021)
Marcus Trummer Band - “Waiting for the Storm to Pass” (2020)
Ruben Young - “Last Night” (unreleased)
Kira Lynn – “The Bar” (2020)
Leaving Thomas – “Buzz” (2019), “Like I Used To” (feat. Aaron Pollock & Mariya Stokes)(2019), “Nothing with You” (2019), “Lie to Me” (2019)
Kyle Dunn – “Jean Jacket” (2018), “Can I See You Tonight” (2019)
Devin Cooper – “Nothin’ On You” (2018), “No Chasing You” (2017)
Mark Times – “Movers and Shakers” (2017)
Lauren Mayell – “Small Town Weekend” (2017)
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