Shantaia

Shantaia is a three-time SCMA award-winning country artist and songwriter originally from Spiritwood, Saskatchewan, now based in Nashville. With powerhouse vocals, a magnetic stage presence, and a bold, modern sound, she’s opened for major acts like Kane Brown, Midland, Lonestar, and Chris Lane, and shared stages with artists such as Tyler Childers and Hailey Whitters. Her acclaimed concept album Exes and Friends earned Country Album of the Year at the 2024 SCMA Awards and surpassed 5 million streams, led by standout singles like “Broke to Brand New” and her Top 35 radio hit. Most recently, she was featured on the Hunter Brothers’ single “Better Days” and is currently on tour with them across Canada on their Better Days Tour. Shantaia’s high-energy performances have landed her on some of North America’s biggest stages, including Cavendish Beach Music Festival, Boots and Hearts, Country Thunder Sask, Calgary Stampede, and AmericanaFest. In the U.S., she’s made her mark with appearances at Key West Songwriters Festival, CMT’s Next Women of Country x Song Suffragettes, and the She Rocks Awards alongside John Mayer. This summer, she performed at CMA Fest’s 615 House Party at Barstool Nashville and Ariat Fest at the Ariat Brand Shop. With new music like “Rose Colored Glasses” and "One Trick Pony" out this year, Shantaia is continuing to build on her momentum as one of country music’s most exciting rising voices. Listen to One Tick Pony, OUT NOW!