Chris Kirby

Had a laugh being home for Christmas.
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My new Christmas Song. On the East Coast 30 show. Check it out

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Surprise! I have a Christmas Song, and it’s out TODAY (on most platforms).

Last year, I got a request for a song to pitch for a Christmas movie, and I cranked this out in my PJs in about an hour - fastest I’ve ever done. It got into this movie, and last week I learned it got a really nice placement in another movie this year! I figured I’d better release it, so here it is.

A good lesson here, to think a little less and just do it when it comes to creating music - because you never know where it can go.

Have a look out for this song in the upcoming Hallmark movie “A Not So Royal Christmas”. Thanks to my publisher for the great work that got me in the mix.

And thanks to sister .andyhowse for turning this artwork out in short order.

Written, performed, recorded, mixed and “mastered” by me (oof!) at

Have a listen and lemme know what you think

What a treat it was to have here at this week. Brilliant songs, stunning voice. We have some hits comin’!

Happy Birthday . The gorgeous, smart, adventurous, funny, pun-loving badass woman of my dreams. I am so lucky you let me stand next to you. I always squint in our pictures because you shine so damn bright :)

Happy birthday Victoria. I love you xoxox

This tour has been so much fun. Here’s a shot from last week. Me playing all the notes as fast as I can while the boss shows everyone why he’s a bonafide star. How lucky am I at all?!! What a band. What a time.

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DeeDee Austin is on this list, with our new song “Natural Born Original”. Check it out, and toss it a vote!

Indigenous Music Countdown

Lil’ Yammy at .

and the Big Bottle of Joy TONIGHT in Toronto.

Fun night in Victoria BC last night.

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A couple of gigs ago, in Calgary, I got to hang with Adam from . And he hooked me up with some new gear, including some picks! Thanks for this Adam. Tree Picks rule!

Ready for night one at the Empire Theatre in Belleville ON! and the Big Bottle of Joy sounding huge. And this YC61…boy oh boy.

What a blast it was to share the big stage with and crew at the @2023.canadagames closing ceremonies, where we debuted our new song Natural Born Original! Go stream it!

Thanks for my trusty YC61, which makes a glorious racket in studio and on stage.

Big shoutout to DeeDee and the kickass band: . What a crew, what a night.

Having a blast playing in PEI for @2023.canadagames. Here’s a couple of photos of me having said blast with some of my favourite people.

1. Last night, with the one and only . I believe we’re laughing at some prank he pulled on here.

2. Taking my YC61 for a walk onstage with as brother encourages me to be my silliest self.

Comin’ up this weekend: catch me with !

Few pictures from day 1 of our writing camp.

1. My morning session with and

2. Coffee and snacks by the greatest, .vibe

3. KICK ASS chilli from

Follow for more evidencing the fun we’re having at this camp

Only can get me to play banjo and Wurlitzer at once.

6 songs in one day. Large.

Mavis is tired from decorating the tree (see chair next to tree).

Home. Drinking wine and decorating with . Life is good.

Got my Christmas Chordeen tuned up and ready to roll on the with and . What a way to finish off the year!

Yesterday was a fine day in the lab. We cranked out some cool country for . Keep your ears peeled for him!

As always, big thanks to the Crabapple Dumpling Gang:

Last night in Ottawa got a little wild. Thanks for the organic help and .

This raw and angsty project is out today. GAVYN BOYCE] and I spent a few days at , and recorded all the music live with and Mike Farrington Jr. We let the songs tell us what to do, and it was rejuvenating for all of us to play like young guys again. Gavyn then cranked out his vocals and (minimal) overdubs with ease here at . It was a breeze to produce, and I think this is as real as it gets. Congrats GAVYN BOYCE] .

Out now on Spotify. Go check it out, and turn it up!!!!!!

I received this lovey surprise from last week. They got me my own trophy for the ECMA they won this year (Contemporary Roots). Thanks Jordan and Kirsten! I am very proud of this record, and if you! I’ll find some obvious and obnoxious spot to place this trophy to make sure everybody sees it :)

…and here’s some more. Taken by superfriend .

Had a blast inviting and on, then hijacking their solos. What a time.

I had the honour of filling in for the boss and hosting the big Hullabaloo this year. I might have gotten carried away…

On my way to to play a bunch of songs in G. Somehow..

Catch me all weekend - On my own, with , and a collaborative set with on Sunday!

Finished tracking for ‘s very first single yesterday. So nice to finally have here at to record in-person! The fiddle is definitely the icing on this very cool cake.

I’m pumped for Everyone to hear this song very soon! Written by Riley, .sampson and a simple bayman with a wifi connection.

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Friday at the Carleton. I'm opening and staying on stage to rock out with Andrew Waite and his WICKED band. You don't want to miss this, pals. Andrew is one of the best rock singer / songwriters goin', and this band is goooooooooood. Like, really good. See you there!!

Live in 1 hour folks! Head over to Matt Andersen for the stream. I'll be the guy you can't see, making sure the mics don't fall down.

With my first tour of the year coming, I'd best make sure I'm ready to hit the stage. No better way than to have you listen as I blow the dust off. Join me on Sunday, February 27 at 2pm ET on Facebook Live, you might even hear a new song or two!

Very excited and proud of all these great music people! Congrats all!

A big day for the team at Sound of Pop today courtesy of ! Thanks East Coast Music Association (ECMA) for the nominations!

Sound Of Pop Inc.
- Company of the Year

Chris Kirby
- Producer of the Year
+ co-writer/producer on “Rock Recording of the Year”, “Solo Recording of the Year”, “Album of the Year”, and “Contemporary Roots Recording of the Year”

Andrew Waite (4 nominations)
- Fans’ Choice Entertainer of the Year
- Fans’ Choice Video of the Year
- Rock Recording of the Year
- Solo Recording of the Year

Quote the Raven (3 nominations)
- Album of the Year
- Contemporary Roots Recording of the Year
- Group Recording of the Year

Paragon Cause (3 nominations)
- Electronic Recording of the Year
- Group Recording of the Year
- Rising Star Recording of the Year

Keith Mullins
- Artist Innovator of the Year
+ co-writer/producer on Toney’s “First Flight” nominated for
- Inspirational Recording of the Year
- Rising Star Recording of the Year

Campbell & Johnston
- Blues Recording of the Year

Kin Crew
- Pop Recording of the Year

Mitchell Bailey
- Rap/Hip-Hop Recording of the Year

Mallory Johnson (2 nominations)
- Artist Innovator of the Year
- Fans’ Choice Video of the Year (with Kennedy)

The Town Heroes (5 nominations)
- Group Recording of the Year
- Rock Recording of the Year
- Songwriter of the Year
- Song of the Year
- Fans’ Choice Entertainer of the Year

Christina Martin
- Fans’ Choice Entertainer of the Year

Adyn Townes
- Fans’ Choice Entertainer of the Year

I don't think I missed anything!

East Coast Music Association (ECMA)
Music Publishers Canada
Music Nova Scotia
MusicNL
Music PEI
Music / Musique NB