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JEFFREY WRIGHT

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Northern Ontario’s own multi-disciplinary artist and country musician, Jeffrey Wright, is taking a major leap forward in his recording career.

The Sault Ste. Marie native has stepped into the studio at Clarksville Creative Sound in Montreal, Quebec, to record a series of new songs under the direction of multi-award-winning Nashville producer, songwriter, and musician Curt Ryle.

The collaboration marks an exciting new chapter for Wright, whose story-driven country sound heavily reflects the classic, traditional country roots he has championed for years.

A Lifelong Passion for the Craft

For Wright, music is far more than a career—it is a lifelong calling. Falling in love with the genre after discovering the iconic sounds of country legends as a teenager, Wright has spent decades honing his craft as a singer, songwriter, and performer.

He has mastered the timeless catalogues of staples like Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, John Denver, and Willie Nelson, channelling their authentic, narrative styles into his own original work and acclaimed theatrical tribute shows.

“People love this music, and keeping it alive for the generations coming up is a huge interest of mine,” Wright has noted of his artistic mission. That deep-seated passion is what ultimately drew the attention of Curt Ryle, a seasoned Nashville veteran who has worked alongside country music royalty such as George Jones and Mel Tillis.

Hometown Pride and Family Foundations

Despite heading to world-class studio spaces to track his latest material, Wright remains fiercely proud of his Canadian roots and the vibrant Sault Ste. Marie music scene. He has long been an active force in building up the local creative ecosystem, frequently collaborating with regional musicians to bring high-calibre live entertainment to Northern Ontario communities.

Behind Wright’s growing success is a rock-solid foundation of family support. His biggest champions remain his wife, Laura Wright, and their two children, who stand firmly behind his artistic pursuits.

Furthermore, building the business side of Jeffrey Wright Music has truly been a family affair. His manager, George Wright, has put in immense hard work to establish the brand, organizing logistics and handling the business development that has allowed Wright to transition his creative passion into a booming enterprise.

A Packed Year on the Road

Northern Ontario music fans won’t have to wait long to see the local frontman live. Backed by the momentum of his new studio sessions, Wright has a busy calendar lined up with numerous gigs across Ontario this year. His upcoming schedule features a diverse mix of headlining summer festival sets, local community celebrations, and highly anticipated theatrical tribute performances:


June 12 – Echo Bay Family Fun Day BBQ, Echo Bay, Ont.
June 30 – Pathways Retirement Residence (Canada Day Celebration), Sault Ste. Marie, Ont.
July 17 – Rotary Fest (OLG Stage One), Sault Ste. Marie, Ont.
July 24 – Copper Bean Café, Bruce Mines, Ont.
Aug. 8 – Pinecrest Trailer Park and Camp Ground, Thessalon, Ont.
Aug. 22 – Purple Hill Country Music Rodeo, Thorndale, Ont.
Sept. 17 – Downtown Street Party (Headliner), Sault Ste. Marie, Ont.
Sept. 18 – Water Tower Inn Pub, Sault Ste. Marie, Ont.
Oct. 8, 9, & 10 – Willie Nelson and Friends at the Powley Institute Auditorium, Sault Ste. Marie, Ont.

With a heavily packed tour schedule and highly anticipated new tracks being polished by one of Nashville’s finest producers, Wright is solidifying his place as a premier voice in Canadian classic country.

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