Songwriter of the Year | Jacquie Daniels | Entertainer

Jacquie Daniels: The Voice of Outlaw Country

2024 Songwriter of the Year | Cree-Métis Artist | 2023 Female Vocalist & Entertainer of the Year
2026 Country Music Alberta Group of the Year Nominee

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Who is Jacquie Daniels?

Jacquie Daniels is a force to be reckoned with in modern country music. A proud Cree-Métis outlaw country artist rooted in the heritage of the historic Red River Settlement, she merges tradition with a rebellious, cinematic edge that captivates audiences and defies expectations. Known for her commanding voice, dynamic stage presence, and fearless storytelling, Daniels embodies the spirit of true outlaw country—gritty, resilient, and unapologetically independent.

Her career has been marked by a steady rise of major accolades and industry recognition. In 2024, Jacquie was named Songwriter of the Year at the International Josie Awards in Nashville, and in 2023 she earned Female Vocalist of the Year and Entertainer of the Year at the North American Country Music Awards International (NACMAI). She is also a 2025 Edmonton Artist Trust Fund recipient and an official nominee for Group of the Year at the Country Music Alberta Awards, further cementing her place in Canada’s growing outlaw and roots country landscape.

Daniels’ sound blends the grit of Waylon Jennings with the sparkle of Dolly Parton, delivered through songs cut from lived experience. Her breakout single “Small Town Beauty Queen” reached #1 on the Indigenous Music Countdown and landed on major Apple Music Indigenous playlists including Indigenous Now and Boots & Mocs, helping introduce her storytelling-driven style to a wider audience.

Her growing international trajectory reflects the strength of her artistic voice and market appeal. In 2025, Jacquie represented Canada through the Music Managers Forum Canada U.K. Export Program at The Great Escape Festival in the United Kingdom, participated in the BreakOut West Songwriting Masterclass, and was accepted into the Canadian Music Incubator (CMI) Artist Development Program. She is also set to showcase internationally at Tallinn Music Week in Estonia and Northwest Folklife Festival in Seattle, expanding her reach across European and U.S. markets.

Supported by the Canada Council for the Arts and mentored through the MMF Canada Bespoke Program under Laurie Brown, Jacquie continues to build a career grounded in artistic integrity and international touring potential. She has shared stages with artists including the James Barker Band, Terra Lightfoot, Clayton Bellamy, and K-Man & the 45s, and has performed at major events such as the CCMA Country Crawl, the Canadian Finals Rodeo, and the Country Music Alberta Awards.

Whether performing solo or with her band, The Blank Slates, Jacquie commands the stage with unmistakable presence. Rhinestones, roaring guitars, and stories pulled straight from the heart of working-class Canada define her performances. As she prepares to release new music and record her upcoming album Morning Empties & Trouble in Spades (Métis), Jacquie Daniels is carving out a bold new lane in outlaw country—one that honours tradition, amplifies Métis identity, and refuses to play by anyone else’s rules.

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Notable Press & Career Milestones

Jacquie Daniels’ career is marked by notable recognition and powerful performances that captivate both audiences and critics alike. She was awarded 2024 Songwriter of the Year at the prestigious International Josie Awards in Nashville and was previously named Female Vocalist of the Year and Entertainer of the Year at the North American Country Music Awards International (NACMAI). Jacquie has performed at high-profile industry showcases including the Canadian Country Music Awards (CCMA) Country Crawl, the Country Music Alberta Awards Showcase, and international showcase festivals such as Tallinn Music Week (Estonia) and Northwest Folklife Festival (Seattle).

Her music has reached wide acclaim, with her single “Small Town Beauty Queen” hitting #1 on the Indigenous Music Countdown and landing on major Apple Music Indigenous playlists including Indigenous Now and Boots & Mocs. Her single “Wild Child” also received airplay on SiriusXM’s Indigiverse and North Americana, expanding her reach across North American radio audiences.

Press Mentions:

“Festival organizers briskly moved in to relocate them to what they called the ‘Songwriting Palace,’ as Jacquie’s powerful voice was drowning out neighboring conference speaker series. It was the most powerful female voice I have heard in a long time.” – Gonzo Okanagan Magazine
“You brought that heat and that voice and all the magic you have together. You got this Bluesy Rock sound and your stage presence! You have this very high energy stage presence, you're just a natural and your voice sounds a lot like Grace Slick of Jefferson Airplane and that ain’t a bad thing to have.” – Wonkcast

Artist Development Programs, Residencies & Mentorships:

Music Managers Forum Canada U.K. Export Program – The Great Escape Festival (UK)
BreakOut West Songwriting Masterclass
Canadian Music Incubator Artist Development Program
MMF Canada Bespoke Mentorship Program with Laurie Brown
2023 TD Artist in Residence – Grant MacEwan University

Industry Showcases:

Canadian Country Music Awards (CCMA) Country Crawl
Country Music Alberta Awards Showcase
Tallinn Music Week – Estonia
Northwest Folklife Festival – Seattle

Major Performances & Touring Highlights:

Opened for James Barker Band
Opened for Terra Lightfoot
Performed with Clayton Bellamy
Canadian Finals Rodeo
Rainmaker Rodeo

Radio & Chart Success:
“Small Town Beauty Queen” – #1 Indigenous Music Countdown
Apple Music Indigenous Playlists: Indigenous Now, Boots & Mocs
“Wild Child” – SiriusXM Indigiverse and North Americana

Award Nominations & Recognition

International Josie Awards
Multiple nominations including Songwriter of the Year and Song of the Year (Small Town Beauty Queen)
Country Music Alberta Awards
Horizon Female Artist, Songwriter of the Year, Fans’ Choice

Additional Career Highlights

Bluebird Café – Nashville

Early Career Wins

YYC Rising Star – Best Original Song (2022)
Global Country 30th Anniversary Winner (2022)
Jim Beam National Talent Search (2019)

Jacquie’s journey—supported by the Canada Council for the Arts and recognized through the 2025 Edmonton Artist Trust Fund Award—has been defined by resilience, raw talent, and a relentless commitment to storytelling. Whether through powerhouse vocals reminiscent of Grace Slick or her outlaw spirit where Waylon Jennings meets Dolly Parton, Jacquie Daniels continues carving a bold lane in modern country music.