Coast 2 Coast Closeup – The Rural Routes

Husband and wife duo The Rural Routes – a name symbolic of their Maritime and Prairie lives together – are bursting onto the Canadian Country Music scene, driven by an undeniable chemistry, sultry vocals, rich guitar, and captivating stage presence…an experience that captures the true spirit of country music.

The Rural Routes are fresh off the 2020 release of their first radio single “Sweet Spot” which gained national airplay and landed the pair in the Top 20 Trax Report for CanCon Groups and Duos. The country duo is back with their follow up single titled “Love Me Better”.

Produced by Juno award winner Mark Troyer and recorded alongside Canadian country music artists Matty McKay, Justin Kudding, Ben Breadley, and Brendan Waters (all of Brett Kissel), “Love Me Better” is an electrifying and upbeat track painting a picture of what true love, the real deal is all about- a perfect song to showcase the married duo.

Their success has led them to share the stage with some of Canada’s most-revered country artists as well, The Rural Routes have opened for Corb Lund, Gord Bamford, and Brett Kissel to name a few

Virtual performances with audience attention of over one million has certainly made the last year one to remember. Set to release another single to radio this summer, Alesha and Brendon are looking forward to performing live for their fans and getting back to visiting radio stations across the country to continue to promote their new music.

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