Country music has always felt like home for Elyse Saunders. From the dynamic stages of Toronto to the bright lights of Nashville, the Peterborough, On.
Melfort, SK, Canada / CJVR Today s Best Country
May 7, 2021 4:57 AM
Offering a fusion of traditional country crossed with a gritty twist, Hillside Outlaws represent a sound and a way of life that is about embracing each journey, doing the opposite of whatâs expected, and having good times along the way. Breaking into the country music scene in 2017 with a bang, Hillside Outlaws show no signs of slowing down. From their first BCCMA showcase to being finalists in the 2017 breakthrough project the year ended full of promise as they teamed up with BCCMA award winning producer, Paul Shatto. The following year brought forth a debut EP, Country Jukebox, a record that encompasses the pure sound of the group with the goal of introducing them to a wider audience. Their first single, Hair of the Dog, broke the top 100 country radio charts in Canada coming in at #74. The album led to 3 BCCMA nominations and a VIP after party showcase that caught the attention of CCMA award winning produce
Country music has always felt like home for Elyse Saunders. From the dynamic stages of Toronto to the bright lights of Nashville, the Peterborough, Ontario native has followed a path of steadfast determination and artistic inspiration â regularly captivating crowds with her powerhouse vocals, engaging live show personality, and interactive charm.
Priding herself on being an artist who never stops, Elyse discovered a passion for music early on when she met her first mentor, producer/songwriter Cyril Rawson (Keith Urban, Gretchen Wilson). After recording her debut self-titled album with him in Nashville, she released a string of singles to Canadian radio and showcased her music during an opening spot for ACM artist Deric Ruttan in front of 10,000 attendees.