For Immediate Release

 

Manitoba country-pop duo Keith and Renée to tour with Jann Arden
Nine dates across western Canada

 

(January 23, 2012 - Winnipeg, Manitoba) – Winnipeg country/pop duo Keith and Renée is thrilled to get the opportunity to tour western Canada in February with pop-rock superstar, Jann Arden.

February 19 - Victoria (McPherson Playhouse)
February 20 - Victoria (McPherson Playhouse)
February 21 – Vancouver (Orpheum)
February 23 – Calgary (Southern Alberta Jubilee)
February 24 – Red Deer (Red Deer Memorial)
February 25 – Medicine Hat (Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre)
February 27 – Edmonton (Northern Alberta Jubilee)
February 28 – Saskatoon (TCU Place)
February 29 – Winnipeg (Pantages Playhouse)

Keith Macpherson and Renée Lamoureux have known Jann Arden for a number of years – most recently being featured on her CBC Radio program, Being Jann. “We’re such huge Jann Arden fans,” exclaims Renée Lamoureux. “We’re so honoured to be a part of her tour. It is an incredible opportunity.” The opportunity for Keith and Renée could not have come at a better time. The dynamic duo has a new album, Best Day, with a just-released single, “Wildflower,” that is getting airplay on radio stations across the country.

Keith and Renée is a perfect fit for Jann Arden’s tour. The talented tandem is energetic, passionate and experienced live performers, having played on numerous national tours, at major music industry showcases and on opening slots for Canadian country stars including, Doc Walker, Blue Rodeo and Emerson Drive. On Jann Arden’s tour, Keith and Renée will no doubt capture the hearts and imaginations of new fans appreciative of outstanding musicianship and compelling songwriting.

For more information on Keith and Renée online: www.keithandrenee.com or see the backgrounder below.

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Rob Wozny
Sound Strategy Music
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Keith and Renée Backgrounder

Keith and Renée is best known for capturing experience in song by crafting music that gets to the heart of matter in matters of the heart. The Winnipeg country/pop duo also delves into issues and events that go on around them. Over the past few years, the duo travelled twice to Africa as ambassadors for the humanitarian organization Free the Children.

For years, the tandem has honed its melodies and harmonies in pop/rock- creating an instinctive transition into country music. It’s a genre that embraces savvy songwriting and an affinity for storytelling – both trademarks of Keith and Renée. And the Canadian music industry is taking note. The duo continues to dazzle industry folks at music showcases hosted by the British Columbia and Manitoba Country Music Associations along with other high-profile showcases across Canada.

Keith and Renée’s influences are as wide as the Canadian prairie the Winnipeg duo lives on – inspired by contemporary country stars including, Lady Antebellum, Keith Urban and The Dixie Chicks to stalwart pop stars such as Crowded House, Cheryl Crow and Tom Petty.

No strangers to motivating the masses through music, Keith and Renée’s songs has attracted big-league music placements – from an AT&T commercial broadcast around the world to movies and television programs seen across North America. Keith and Renée also has a significant fan base on both sides of the border following years of relentless touring. Indeed, with its newest CD Best Day, Keith and Renée’s best days are just starting!