Southern Belle: "Southern belle" is a term used to describe women from the South with distinct characteristics that give them a warm, enchanting and inviting air. Southern belles are polite, respectful, well-kept and use certain words in their speech.

Though not from the south, this is exactly what comes to mind when people think of Nash North Records Country Recording Artist; Jade Naraine, who’s dream is to grace the American Music award stages.

2020 was a busy year for the Toronto born singer-songwriter and women’s rights activist/Future civil/women’s rights/abuse lawyer, who has been writing and recording new music. This hard work will continue into 2020, with the release of some new music including “Someone I Know”, produced by CCMA award winning producer Jeff Dalziel.

After releasing the Country version of “Princess” which many radio and industry professionals stated was on the upper end of what they receive from independent artists, Jade released “Back To My Dream” which charted on Music Row for the first time Aug 19, 2020 at #150 “To have the support of American country radio, carries special meaning to me, especially with the song “Back To My Dream” which perfectly shows what I went through, from abusive parents, bad men, trauma, depression, a career halt, to going back to my dream.”

Jade says that her favourite part about being a singer is writing. She likes to tell stories through her music and use meaningful lyrics and rich instrumentation, to move her listeners. Her sound is both traditional to country roots, and new. Jade is a sexual assault and sexual harassment survivor, who had dealt with other unfortunate adversities but for her, Country music was her saving grace. Jade decided that she was going to make lyrics with uplifting messages and vulnerable lyrics about her journey going from a weak, broken woman to a strong woman, after being subjected to multiple instances of sexual assault and sexual harassment. Jade decided, that rather than letting her adversities defeat her, to transform them from something bad, into something good, a story to tell, to inspire strength in others who may be going through the same. 

After being subject to a career halt that lasted just over five years, due to an unlawful seizure of her Passport, Jade did her best not to let the interference hold her back. She prepared new music and worked on her craft.

Jade has always had the same dream, to be a successful Country singer, and with the writing skills, vocals and looks, she has the entire package, she has a promising future in Country music. When asked what she likes to do for fun, her answer is always the same: "My career! All I do is write songs, record, perform, dream and work on moving forward with my career."

"A lot of people don't know this about me but it hasn't been easy for me. I've worked dozens of jobs, trying to balance 3 jobs at a time, only to be fired for lateness, and this was all for an undeniable spark in me that was music. I have been through so much but it's helped me to develop thick skin and strength in a very harsh and difficult industry. Now I say, "Bring it on" to anyone who tries to stand in my way. I am well prepared. It has also made my music that much better. Many will try to push people down and discourage them from continuing in their dreams, but when I charted 7 spots below Taylor Swift’s Wildest Dreams on the new music charts in 2015, it made me feel like I'm right where I should be." - Jade Naraine 

WHAT THE INDUSTRY IS SAYING:

"We love "You Decided to Stay!" Sounds like it could fit right in here." - Kurt Flescher (Vista Radio Country stations)

"Thank you for the email and video. Great song. And we love Barbie Gurls!" - Dale Peters (Radio Tracker)

"Thank you for sharing the music video. Beautiful singer, beautiful video." - Dan Swinimer (Producer)

"Beautiful voice. Love the songs!" - Heidi Baiden (Virgin Radio)

“Hi Jade! Gave this a quick listen. I receive a lot of independent stuff, and this is in the upper end of what I receive in terms of quality. Thanks for submitting that. It exceeded my expectations.” - Paul Ferguson (Program Director)

“This is really well produced, and your vocals are stunning.  Our station REALLY leans toward classic country, so we need more steel guitar, fiddles, etc...from the new country that we add! This would be perfect for the top 40 new country stations. It's just what their looking for.” - Corey Noel (Music Director)

“Hey Jade, thanks for reaching out to us! I just had a chance to give Princess a listen, it's got a great flow to it. Great message as well! We'll keep it in mind for a feature, thanks again!” - Luca James (Afternoon host/Music Director Real Country 95.5)

“Looking forward to chatting with Jade Naraine, she is an incredible person, helping so many women. Also is extremely talented. I have been doing some research, and she is a very impressive individual. I would be honoured to talk with her and play her music.” - Matt Ryan CJNS

“I liked Princess. I also like what you’re doing with your career, standing up.” - Pete Walker (Music Director at KX96 AND KX947 GTA’s #1 Country stations)

“Glad to say that we loved Jade's new song and we are adding it this week!” - Jayson (One FM Country stations)

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