SiriusXM's Top of the Country and CCMA Launch Search for Canada's Next Superstar

SiriusXM Canada has announced its seventh annual SiriusXM Top of the Country competition, in partnership with the Canadian Country Music Association (CCMA). The nationwide search for Canada's top country talent offers artists career-defining opportunities with the chance to perform at some of the biggest country music events in Canada. The top three finalists will also win cash prizes including a $25,000 grand prize and $10,000 each for both runners-up. Registration is now open to solo artists and groups until January 31st here.

"The SiriusXM Top of the Country competition showcases Canadians' love of country music and celebrates the incredible talent from across this country," said Michelle Mearns, senior vice president of programming and operations, SiriusXM Canada. "Supporting emerging Canadian artists, offering a platform and giving them the spotlight to shine is one of SiriusXM's top priorities and proudest efforts. Now in its seventh year, the competition's ongoing success highlights its deep resonance with country fans and music lovers from coast to coast."

The competition is no stranger to propelling Canadian country music talent to greater heights, such as Zach McPhee who walked home as the 2024 champion with $25,000.

"Winning the SiriusXM Top of the Country competition was a dream come true. It gave me the platform to share my music across the country and I will always be grateful to SiriusXM, the Canadian Country Music Association and Canadian country music fans for believing in me and supporting me," shared Zach after being crowned the winner last September.

Once registration closes, an expert panel will select eight worthy semi-finalists to record original tracks and in-studio videos. A nationwide vote will follow to determine the top three finalists who will embark on a summer of showcase opportunities including Lasso Montréal (August 15-16th, 2025) and the 2025 CMA Fest in Nashville. This year's competition will reach its finale during Country Music Week 2025 in Kelowna in September, where the finalists will perform, and the winner will be announced live on-stage.

"At the heart of the CCMA's mission is the commitment to elevating the Canadian country music community and advancing the genre as a whole," said Amy Jeninga, President, CCMA. "Competitions like SiriusXM's Top of the Country play a crucial role in helping us achieve this goal. Our long-standing partnership with SiriusXM has been instrumental in showcasing remarkable emerging talent within Canadian country music, allowing us to discover fresh voices, share their stories, and support them as they take exciting steps forward in their careers. We can't wait to see where their journeys lead."

SiriusXM Top of the Country, in partnership with the CCMA is part of SiriusXM's ongoing tradition of promoting and elevating the best emerging Canadian music talent. SiriusXM continues to offer a leading platform for Canadian artists through its significant financial contributions and North American-wide reach.