Justin Tyler
Justin Tyler (born May 9, 1992) is a Canadian country music singer-songwriter from Toronto, Ontario.[1] Tyler began pursuing his musical career in 2011, releasing covers on Youtube. By 2018, he was able to gain a following on both YouTube and Instagram. Tyler's first three singles have amassed millions of streams and have charted at country radio in Canada.[1][2] Tyler released his debut album 'All About Her' on July 25, 2019.[3]
Early life
Tyler was born and raised in Toronto. He graduated in 2010 from Langstaff Secondary School in Richmond Hill, Ontario, and from Ryerson University in 2014. Tyler played his first drum set at the age of 12, and went on to win a nationally televised show, ‘Can Your School Rock’ on Global TV in 2012.[4][5] From there, he left his previous band to pursue a solo singing career. Tyler stated that he always wanted to be in front of a camera, so he learned how to sing.[5]
Career
In May 2018, Tyler was signed to the music label ALTR Inc.[6] and shortly after released his debut single “First Time” which peaked on the Billboard BDS Canadian Country Radio chart at number 87.[1] On November 22, 2018, Tyler released his country rendition of the Wham song “Last Christmas”, which was added to Canadian country radio [2][2].
Tyler filmed the music video for 'First Time' in Georgina, Ontario.[7][8] Following the release of the video, Tyler embarked on a 2 month Canadian cross-country radio tour, and performed at over 40 radio stations.[9] Tyler's second single '2000 Miles' was released on February 4, 2019.[10] Tyler wrote his second single about a long distance relationship he had experienced.[11] '2000 Miles' has quickly gained traction on both country radio and major country playlists on various streaming platforms.[12] Tyler has collaborated with music producer Gabe Gallucci (Shawn Mendes, Disney, etc.)[3] on both First Time and 2000 Miles.[13] Tyler's newest single, Better with You, was released on July 17, 2020, and was co-written by Tyler Shaw and Dawson Gamble.[14] Tyler was a finalist in the emerging artist showcase and opened for Kane Brown in 2019 at Boots and Hearts Music Festival.[15]
Tyler lists his main influences as Thomas Rhett, Sam Hunt, Keith Urban and Garth Brooks.[16]
Discography
| Year | Single | Peak Chart Position |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Better With You | - |
| 2019 | Raise Your Cups | - |
| 2019 | 2000 Miles | - |
| 2018 | First Time | 87 (Canada) [1] |
| 2018 | Last Christmas | - |
| Year | Song Title | Music Video Director |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | First Time | Ilan Waldman |
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Clements, Scott (2018-09-11). "Another day, another peak for @JustinTylerr "First Time". #87 this morning on the 7 day rollling chart! THANK YOU RADIO.pic.twitter.com/gR13DVbFlO". @principlepro. Retrieved 2019-01-16.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "MediaBaseChart". Instagram. Retrieved 2019-01-16.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Justin Tyler On This Week's Hot Discovery". Hot Country 103.5. 2019-03-21. Retrieved 2019-05-16.
- ↑ whammomusic, Can Your School Rock - Final Episode 5, retrieved 2019-01-15
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 "Rogers TV". www.youtube.com. Retrieved 2019-01-16.
- ↑ "Justin Tyler On This Week's Hot Discovery". Hot Country 103.5. 2018-09-27. Retrieved 2019-01-16.
- ↑ Real Country Session Episode 61 - JustinTyler, retrieved 2019-01-16
- ↑ "First Time - JustinTyler". www.youtube.com. Retrieved 2019-01-16.
- ↑ "Justin Tyler on Instagram: "I can't believe how fast the last 2 months flew by. 40+ radio and TV stations across this beautiful country. To every radio personality,…"". Instagram. Retrieved 2019-01-16.
- ↑ "Justin Tyler On This Week's Hot Discovery". Hot Country 103.5. 2018-09-27. Retrieved 2019-01-16.
- ↑ GabeGallucci (2019-02-07), Artist Spotlight: Justin Tyler - 2000 Miles, retrieved 2019-03-10
- ↑ "All About Country, a playlist by Spotify". Spotify. Retrieved 2019-03-10.
- ↑ "Home | Gabe Gallucci". Home | Gabe Gallucci. Retrieved 2019-01-16.
- ↑ "MUSIC". altrinc. Retrieved 2019-05-16.
- ↑ "Free full episodes of ET Canada on GlobalTV.com | Cast photos, gossip and news from ET Canada". globaltv. Retrieved 2019-07-15.
- ↑ "Get To Know Toronto's Own Rising Country Star, Justin Tyler". Avenue24 is a Fashion and Lifestyle Magazine. Retrieved 2019-01-16.
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