Kalsey Kulyk
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Singer-songwriter Kalsey Kulyk is proof that hard work, talent and a clear vision can makewaves in country music. With effortlessly bright vocals reminiscent of the classic country era anda knack for vivid storytelling, her songs strike a perfect balance between the deeply personaland the universally relatable. Hailing from Hudson Bay, Saskatchewan, Kulyk is steadily buildinga loyal fanbase and earning recognition in the industry, one heartfelt song at a time.Kulyk's journey began early. At just three years old, she stood on stage at a local talent showand knew music was her calling. By 13, inspired by her mother's love of music, she beganwriting songs on her first guitar. But it was at 17, during her battle with Hodgkin lymphoma, thather artistry took on new depth. Music became her anchor and outlet, solidifying herdetermination to turn her passion into a career. In remission for 15 years, Kulyk credits thattransformative experience with shaping her unrelenting drive and heartfelt songwriting.Kulyk's talent and tenacity caught the attention of Richard Dashut, the Grammy-winningproducer behind Fleetwood Mac, who mentored her early in her career. Kulyk also foundinspiration in the music of legends like Lee Ann Womack, Dolly Parton, and Shania Twain, aswell as songwriters like Jason Isbell and Emmylou Harris - their influence can be heard in herunique blend of old-school country and modern storytelling.In 2017, Kulyk's hard work paid off when she won both the Canadian Country MusicAssociation's Discovery Artist program and Anthem Entertainment's (formerly ole) "On TheSpot" contest on the same day. Winning the ole competition came with publishing and recorddeals, setting the stage for her to launch her career. These opportunities allowed her to honeher craft in the Country music capital, Nashville, collaborating with notable songwriters like LizRose (Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood) and Phil Barton (Lee Brice, Eli Young Band). Theseexperiences culminated in her 2019 self-titled debut album, which reached #2 on the CanadianiTunes Country Chart and earned a nomination for CCMA Roots Album of the Year.With a knack for versatility, Kulyk seamlessly navigates between poignant ballads and lively,feel-good anthems. Her 2022 hit "Big Deal" captured her playful, high-energy side, toppingSiriusXM Country and lighting up dance floors. Other fan favourites like "Damn You Love" and"Ain't Enough Whiskey" highlight her knack for weaving relatable themes of love, heartbreak,and resilience into memorable melodies. Kulyk's breakout single, "Love Me Like an Outlaw,"released in 2023, showcases her further evolution as an artist. With over 2 million streams onSpotify and 200,000 YouTube views, the track has become her highest-performing single todate, climbing to #18 on the Canadian country charts in 2024. Critics have praised it as acareer-defining moment, with V13 Media calling it "an unequivocal testament to Kulyk'sbrilliance."Beyond the studio, Kulyk's natural charisma is shown at her shows, lighting up any stage - atrue testament to her destiny and passion. Her authentic connection with fans goes beyond hermusic, creating a bond as genuine as her lyrics that has her a dedicated following. With over99k TikTok followers, 87.8k Instagram fans, and 23k monthly Spotify listeners, Kulyk isn't just anartist sharing songs, but a storyteller who resonates with listeners worldwide. Reflecting on hermusic, she says, "I feel it really encompasses everything about me and who I am, and what Iwant to give to my audience."Now signed to Universal Music Canada, the country's leading music company, Kalsey Kulyk ispoised for a banner year ahead, with new releases that promise to push boundaries and furthercement her place in the country music scene. For Kulyk, music isn't just a career—it's a calling."What is life," she reflects, "unless you're doing what you love every single day?"