Alex Hughes is a pop-country powerhouse from Calgary, Alberta, blending heartfelt storytelling with irresistible pop hooks. Known for her vibrant energy and captivating live performances, Hughes brings a fresh, genre-bending perspective to Canadian country music. With South Asian and Filipino roots, she grew up immersed in a rich mix of musical influences, from Bollywood and Hawaiian melodies to hip-hop and R&B, all of which shape her dynamic sound today. She has shared stages with major artists like Brothers Osborne, Ashley McBryde, Josh Ross, and Babyface, and has performed at iconic venues including The House of Blues (Sunset Strip), Nashville’s Tootsies, and Calgary Stampede’s Nashville North. With more than 500,000 global catalogue streams, two 2026 Country Music Alberta Award nominations, and her debut EP Take Me Home out now, Alex Hughes continues to rise as one of Canada’s most exciting emerging country artists.
Name:
Alex Hughes
Genre:
Country
Founded:
I started singing and performing at 7 years old, but my career took on a whole new meaning and life in 2019 when I participated in Canada’s Music Incubator Artist Entrepreneur West (AE West) program and felt like I really was able to solidify what my goals were as an artist.
# of Albums:
1
Latest Album:
Take Me Home
Latest Single:
Slow Dancing In The Kitchen
Latest Video:
Favourite musician growing up:
My favourite artist growing up was LeAnn Rimes.
Favourite musician now:
My favourite musician now is Eva Cassidy, though she’s passed away, her voice is my favourite, and her music really inspires and grounds me.
Guilty pleasure song:
Feminine Energy by Alexandra Kay.
Live show ritual:
A little bit of quiet time to relax and think about the show. I also love a solo car warmup moment. Once I’m done, I feel ready for the show!
Favourite local musician:
SO many to choose from. Right now it’s Micah Sage!
EP or LP?
Both – getting to listen to music intended as a body of work, small or large, can be really rewarding.
Early bird or night owl?
Early bird for sure! Nothing like a coffee in the quiet of a sunny Calgary morning.
Road or studio?
Studio for me, love digging into vocals.
Any shows or albums coming up?
My brand new EP Take Me Home just dropped and is available everywhere that you stream music!
TOUR DATES:
August 6 – Penticton, BC – Penticton Peach Fest
September 5 – Cold Lake, AB – Feast At The Beach Festival
Where can we follow you?
TikTok | Instagram | Facebook | Amazon Music | Apple Music | Spotify | YouTube | Website
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Rapid Fire Local Questions:
What is your favourite local restaurant?
Francines! I’m addicted to the Ham & Chips.
What is your favourite street in your city and why?
I really like 9th Ave in Inglewood. It’s always lively. I love to get a coffee and walk around and pop into all the amazing local shops. There are tons of great breweries and restaurants close by, too.
What is your favourite park in your city and why?
I grew up close to Fish Creek Park and still spend a lot of time there. It’s great for a run or bike ride, and there are endless areas to explore.
What is your favourite music venue in your city?
My favourite venue is The King Eddy. There’s always great music in there, whether it’s a band coming through on tour or a cool local act. I’ve had the pleasure of catching a ton of my friends’ shows there as well, and it’s always a good time.
What is your favourite music store in your city?
I love popping into Recordland in Inglewood whenever I want to treat myself to a new vinyl to add to the collection. It’s so much fun to browse records old and new, and almost every time I’ve been in the store, I run into someone from the local music scene.
