RECEIVES PERSONAL INVITATION FROM COUNTRY MUSIC TRAILBLAZER, LAINEY WILSON, TO MAKE HER GRAND OLE OPRY DEBUT ON NOVEMBER 21
02 OCTOBER 2026 (TORONTO, ON) – Country music star on the rise, Kalsey Kulyk releases the melancholic new single, “Your Side of the Bar” out today via Universal Music Canada. The powerful new ballad ebbs and flows with Kulyk’s signature sound, with dreamy vocals enhanced with light and airy strings. You can feel the emotion in the lyrics as she sings, “I can’t let my broken heart believe in all your lies.” Kulyk confronts the universally relatable sentiment that crosses everyone’s mind when dealing with heartbreak and the difficult task of moving on with lines like, “best if you just stay right where you are, on your side of the bar.” “Your Side of the Bar” was written by Kalsey Kulyk and Jeff Garrison, who also produced the record.
Listen to “Your Side of the Bar” HERE
The new single follows the exciting news of Kulyk’s Grand Ole Opry debut performance this fall, announced during CCMA week. During Kulyk’s performance with Patricia Conroy at the official CCMAs Legends Showcase, she was surprised with a personalized video invitation from country music trailblazer Lainey Wilson, to make her official Grand Ole Opry debut on November 21. Kulyk has worked with Wilson in the past to collaborate on the 2018 single, “Dreamcatcher” and more. In the video invitation, Lainey praises Kulyk’s talents, noting: “You have one of the most beautiful voices that I have ever heard to this day,” she continues, “I cannot think of anyone more deserving.”
Watch Kalsey’s reaction to her Grand Ole Opry Debut Invitation HERE.
Kulyk performed the following day, LIVE at the 2026 CCMA Awards Broadcast to participate in a special performance in tribute to the host city of Saskatoon. Kulyk hit the stage alongside fellow Saskatchewan born artists including Jess Moskaluke, Tenille Arts and Hunter Brothers.
“Your Side of the Bar” follows the latest single “The Brave” released in June. Kulyk delivers the song with her signature southern twang, soulful lyrics and an upbeat melody that is sure to put a smile on your face. Prior to “The Brave”, Kulyk unveiled the poignant track “Little Boy” released just ahead of Mother’s Day alongside a powerful new lyric video showcasing Kulyk’s personal catalogue of home videos. The emotional ballad immediately struck a chord with parents online, garnering significant organic momentum and countless social creations reminiscing on the fleeting nature of childhood and memorable family moments.
In March 2026, Kulyk released her empowering new EP, Her Rodeo featuring the standout track “Cut Him Loose”. The song continues to propel Kulyk as a country powerhouse in the making with a mix of rollicking guitar riffs, a rhythmic drum beat and her signature standout vocals and lyricism.
ABOUT KALSEY KULYK:
Kalsey Kulyk has enjoyed a lifelong passion for music. Mixing effortlessly rich and bright vocals with lyrics you feel in the guts, Kulyk brings a fresh yet familiar sound to the country music airwaves. Kulyk got hooked on singing and playing the guitar at a young age, taking part in hundreds of talent shows and competitions and winning her first songwriting competition at age 13. When diagnosed with cancer in high school, Kulyk didn’t hit pause on her dreams. Her journey to recovery created songwriting inspiration, and the entire experience solidified Kulyk’s belief in a career in music. Now with an arsenal of songs and a survivor’s determination, Kalsey Kulyk is sharing her passions with the world. In remission for 15 years, her goals are clear. “What is life,” she says, “unless you’re doing what you love every single day?”
In 2017, Kulyk’s hard work paid off when she won both the Canadian Country Music Association’s Discovery Artist program and Anthem Entertainment’s (formerly ole) “On The Spot” contest on the same day. Winning the ole competition came with publishing and record deals, setting the stage for her to launch her career. These opportunities allowed her to hone her craft in the Country music capital, Nashville, collaborating with notable songwriters like Liz Rose (Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood) and Phil Barton (Lee Brice, Eli Young Band). These experiences culminated in her 2019 self-titled debut album, which reached #2 on the Canadian iTunes Country Chart and earned a nomination for CCMA Roots Album of the Year.
With a knack for versatility, Kulyk seamlessly navigates between poignant ballads and lively, feel-good anthems. She has collaborated with notable songwriters like Liz Rose (Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood) and Phil Barton (Lee Brice, Eli Young Band), culminating in her 2019 self-titled debut album, which reached #2 on the Canadian iTunes Country Chart and earned a nomination for CCMA Roots Album of the Year. Her 2022 hit “Big Deal” captured her playful, high-energy side, topping SiriusXM Country and lighting up dance floors. Other fan favourites like “Damn You Love” and “Ain’t Enough Whiskey” highlight her knack for weaving relatable themes of love, heartbreak, and resilience into memorable melodies. Kulyk’s breakout single, “Love Me Like an Outlaw,” released in 2023, showcases her further evolution as an artist. With over 2 million streams on Spotify and 200,000 YouTube views, the track has become her highest-performing single to date, climbing to #18 on the Canadian country charts in 2024. Critics have praised it as a career-defining moment, with V13 Media calling it “an unequivocal testament to Kulyk’s brilliance.”
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