COUNTRY STAR ON THE RISE KALSEY KULYK RELEASES HEART WRENCHING ODE TO MOTHERHOOD, “LITTLE BOY”

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HEADLINE DATES ANNOUNCED IN TORONTO ON JUNE 24 AND LONDON ON JUNE 25

SET TO PERFORM AT CALGARY STAMPEDE ON JULY 11, LASSO MONTREAL ON AUGUST 16, AND FIRST EVER BOOTS AND HEARTS WEST FESTIVAL ON AUGUST 28 IN EDMONTON

04 MAY 2026 (TORONTO, ON) - Today, Kalsey Kulyk releases her most personal song to date with new single “Little Boy” via Universal Music Canada, the country’s leading music company. The track is out now alongside a powerful new lyric video showcasing Kulyk’s personal catalogue of home videos, that will leave viewers reaching for the tissue box. Just in time for Mother’s Day, “Little Boy” touches on the bond between mother and son, the eternal connection between parents and their kids, and how quickly they grow up.

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On the new single, Kulyk notes: “I read a quote once that said ‘There are few things in life so beautiful they hurt - one is the love of a mother’ and that’s really what my new song ‘Little Boy’ is about. How lucky we are to witness it, but how fast it slips through our fingers. This song is for all the parents out there who have ever loved their ‘little boy’ and wished that time could move slower.”

“Little Boy” arrives as follow up to the empowering new EP, Her Rodeo, released in March. The collection of songs features the standout new track “Cut Him Loose”, an upbeat anthem about leaving behind a problematic man. 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. “Cut Him Loose” continues to climb the charts since its release, currently making its way into the Top 50 at Canadian Country Radio.

Kulyk recently hit the stage in Hamilton for the official 2026 JUNO Kickoff Concert where she performed to fans and industry partners alike. Earlier this year, Kulyk performed at the Country Music Alberta Awards (CMAB’s), where she was also nominated for three awards including Video of the Year (for “You Fight Dirty”), Fans’ Choice and Horizon Female Artist of the Year.

In support of her new EP, Kulyk recently announced her first ever headline show dates including Toronto on June 24 at The Drake, and London on June 25 at Rum Runners. Later this year, Kulyk will hit the stage at Calgary Stampede on July 11, LASSO Montreal on August 16, the first ever Boots and Hearts West Festival in Edmonton on August 28 and more. See full list of upcoming live dates below.

An established mainstay in the Canadian market, Kulyk is proof that hard work, talent and a clear vision can make waves in country music. With effortlessly bright vocals reminiscent of the classic country era and a knack for vivid storytelling, her songs strike a perfect balance between the deeply personal and the universally relatable. Hailing from Hudson Bay, Saskatchewan, Kulyk is steadily building a loyal fanbase and earning recognition in the industry, one heartfelt song at a time.

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2026 LIVE DATES:

June 24 - The Drake (Toronto, ON) *HEADLINE SHOW
June 25 - London Music Hall (London, ON) *HEADLINE SHOW
June 27 - Living Skies Music Festival at Centennial Park (Humboldt, SK)
July 10 - Expo Lachute Fair (Lachute, QC)
July 11 - Calgary Stampede @ Nashville North (Calgary, AB)
July 12 - Country Thunder (Craven, SK)
August 16 - LASSO (Montreal, QC)
August 28 - Boots and Hearts West at Fan Park @ Ice District (Edmonton, AB)
August 29 - Lucknow's Music In The Fields (Lucknow, ON)

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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