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Then and Now - Volume 1
On September 7th, the first-ever Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame album was released at the Canadian Country Music Awards in Hamilton, ON. ‘Then and Now – Volume 1’ is a compilation album featuring Hall of Fame inductees including Ian Tyson, Murray McLauchlan and Michelle Wright performing their biggest hits, in duets with some of today’s top names in Canadian country music (and future Hall-of-Famers themselves) such as Brett Kissel, Aaron Pritchett and Jess Moskaluke. Read More -
Welcome
In 2012, the Canadian Country Music Heritage Society (CCMHS) was formed to provide a venue for the display of artifacts related to inductees to the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame. This opportunity is facilitated through key relationships with the Canadian Country Music Association (CCMA) and the National Music Centre (NMC). Read More -
Join Us
Canada's rich fabric of country music songwriters and performers have influence far beyond our national borders. While music is a universal language, Canadian country music in particular is a story worth telling and hearing... join us in the discovery! Stay in the know and enjoy VIP privileges by becoming a 3-year member for only $10! Read More -
Exhibits
At the Hall of Fame, the best of Canadian country music is celebrated! Learn who the inductees are, their contributions to the genre, and how the roots of country music continue to influence musical styles and move our souls. Canada's rich fabric of country music songwriters and performers have influence far beyond our national borders. While music is a universal language, Canadian country music in particular is a story worth telling and hearing... join us in the discovery! Read More -
Celebrities
Hundred's of International Country Music Artists have performed at the annual Merritt Mountain Music Festival over the last 12 years. Those stars have left their mark permanently by placing handprints (or, in one case, footprints) and signatures in concrete stars. In 2003, those stars became the basis for the Merritt Walk of Stars. By 2005 more than 100 bronzed stars, created from the concrete impressions, will be displayed throughout the community. Read More -
Murals
The Merritt Youth Mural Project has offered many of the youth in the community a tremendous opportunity to develop life skills training and in many cases, move on to full time careers. Commissioned by world-renowned muralist, Michelle Loughery, founder of the Wayfinder Project. Not only has the program served to enrich our society, but it has helped to transform Merritt into the largest country music art gallery you'll ever visit. A visit to Merritt and you'll find ample opportunity to pose in front of larger than life murals or your favorite country artists. Read More -
Walk of Stars
Hundred's of International Country Music Artists have performed at the annual Merritt Mountain Music Festival over the last 12 years. Those stars have left their mark permanently by placing handprints (or, in one case, footprints) and signatures in concrete stars. In 2003, those stars became the basis for the Merritt Walk of Stars. Today, more than 100 bronzed stars are proudly displayed throughout the community. Read More
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Then and Now
Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame
The Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame in Merritt, BC is Canada's most recent addition to the stage of national attractions! It's a great fit. Merritt and the Nicola Valley are the perfect showcase for the gritty western heritage and traditional ranching culture which was shaped by this unique landscape.
At the Hall of Fame, the best of Canadian country music is celebrated! Learn who the inductees are, their contributions to the genre, and how the roots of country music continue to influence musical styles and move our souls. Canada's rich fabric of country music songwriters and performers have influence far beyond our national borders. While music is a universal language, Canadian country music in particular is a story worth telling and hearing... join us in the discovery!
Then and Now – Volume 1 To be Released September 7th, 2018
The first ever Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame album will be released September 7th, 2018.
‘Then and Now – Volume 1’ is a compilation album featuring Hall of Fame inductees including Ian Tyson, Family Brown, Murray McLauchlan and Michelle Wright performing their biggest hits, in duets with some of today’s top names in Canadian country music (and future-Hall-of-Famers themselves) such as Brett Kissel, Aaron Pritchett, Jess Moskaluke and George Canyon.
Helmed by CCMA award-winning producers Tom and Carly McKillip, tracks were recorded at the legendary Armoury Studios in Vancouver BC, followed by vocal sessions at Arc House Studios in Kelowna.
In addition to ‘Then and Now – Volume 1’ available as a download on September 7th 2018, there will also be a Collector’s Edition for order that includes ‘Then and Now – Volume 1’ CD; a ‘Making Of’ DVD highlighting special behind-the-scenes moments and artist interviews; and a beautifully curated 24-page booklet.
The Hall of Fame is partnered with Creative BC and the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association on ‘Then and Now – Volume 1’, which is intended to be the first of future recording projects as iconic inductees continue to be added to the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame.
