Shawnee Kish Releases Powerful New Single “Hold Me” July 17
Award-winning Mohawk and Two-Spirit artist Shawnee Kish returns with her highly anticipated new single, Hold Me, available everywhere on July 17.
Known for her commanding vocals, emotional storytelling, and fearless authenticity, Kish continues to carve out a unique space in Canadian country music with a song that explores vulnerability, connection, and the courage it takes to let someone truly see you.
Hold Me marks the next chapter in a remarkable year for the four-time JUNO nominee. Fresh off performances at CMA Fest in Nashville and a Top 3 finish in the SiriusXM Top of the Country competition, Kish is embracing a sound that leans further into her country roots while maintaining the soul and honesty that have earned her a devoted following across North America.
“At its core, Hold Me is about allowing yourself to be loved,” says Kish. “It’s about putting down the walls we’ve built to protect ourselves and trusting someone enough to let them in.”
The release follows a string of successful singles and growing industry recognition, including nominations for Alberta Country Music Awards Female Artist of the Year and continued national acclaim for her powerful songwriting and advocacy work.
As one of Canada’s leading Indigenous and LGBTQ2S+ voices in music, Shawnee Kish continues to inspire audiences through songs that celebrate resilience, identity, and human connection. With over 900,000 followers on TikTok and a rapidly growing presence in country music, she remains one of the genre’s most compelling emerging artists.
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