Recognized as a hard-working family man who is embedded with his fans, Juno nominated country artist Tim Hicks soared into the hearts and minds of Country music fans with his debut single “Get By” (2013) – a Top 10 hit on Country Radio in less than eight weeks and certified GOLD. Hicks ruled the digital charts with the #1 selling single for more than 17 weeks – a noteworthy number for any musician, let alone a new Country artist.
“Throw Down”, the critically praised debut from Hicks was released in August (2013) by Open Road Recordings/ Universal Music Canada and debuted as the #1 selling Canadian album overall and #1 Canadian Country album on the Nielsen SoundScan Album Chart. The album follows Hicks’ #1 selling self-titled digital EP and four radio hits, including his latest single “Got A Feeling” featuring Blackjack Billy – landing most-added of all genres on radio. In February of 2014, Hicks garnered two Juno nominations – Breakthrough Artist of the Year and Country Album of the Year for "Throw Down".
Hicks’ fast-rising success story is noteworthy – garnering a lot of attention from the industry and fans alike. With over 90 million audience impressions on radio and over 1.5 million views online, Tim Hicks has dominated Canadian Country radio and video airplay and continues to set the pace for a new wave of Country artists in Canada.
A crowd pleasing live performer, Hicks’ music is accessible, energetic and ambitious, reflecting how he wants his songs to reach people. Hicks’ solid identity as the ‘one to watch’ separates him from the rest of the crowd and puts him at the forefront – poised for major success in Country’s breathtaking rise to the top of all genres of music.
Sunday July 6, 2014 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Bell Stage
