Arts & Culture

Hogg nominated for two ACMA Awards

Morinville country singer Justin Hogg is up for consideration for two Association of Country Music in Alberta (ACMA) Awards. The up-and-coming singer/songwriter has been nominated for 2015 Male Artist of the Year and 2015 Fans’ Choice Award. […]

Arts & Culture

Louisiana Hayride promises wonderful night of country music

by Morinville News Staff

It’s been 66 years since the Louisiana Hayride musical variety show was performed at the Shreveport, Louisiana Municipal Auditorium and broadcast live over KWKH Radio. Best known for giving unknown artists like Hank Williams, Jim Reeves, .. […]

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Country singer’s devotion to music is taking him places

By Stephen Dafoe

Morinville – Justin Hogg is a familiar face in Morinville’s music scene, having performed frequently at school and community events for a number of years. But the 20-year-old singer / songwriter’s dedication to his craft is taking him to new gigs and new opportunities outside the community. In the past six months Hogg has opened for two major country music artists. He’s hoping to one day enjoy the same success as those he has opened for.

“I’m really looking at going commercial with my music and bringing it to the radio and promoting it that way,” Hogg said, adding he would love to have more people hear his music. “It’s just expanding, really. Taking bigger steps in my career.”.. […]