Americana, alt-country trio The Redhill Valleys are coming to Bracebridge next month, hot off the release of their new single “Ready To Roll” on Oct. 25.
With powerful, earthy harmonies, rootsy guitar licks and timeless lyrics, The Redhill Valleys emerged with a force onto the Canadian music scene in 2016. The three-piece Americana alt-country group, whose name pays homage to their hometown of Hamilton, Ontario, is composed of band members Chelsea McWilliams (Bass/Vocals), Tim Allard (Lead Guitar/Vocals), and Matt Soliveri (Drums). The band doesn’t shy away from nostalgia and pulls influence from artists such as Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers, Neil Young, The Band and Fleetwood Mac.
The group’s new single is available now via MDM Recordings Inc./ADA Canada. The moody track, featuring lyrics like “You wanna go all in? You better raise the stakes. You wanna go for a ride? Get your foot off the brakes,” explores the intensity and uncertainty of a blossoming relationship, capturing the need for commitment and the willingness to take risks to see how far it can go.
To celebrate the release, The Redhill Valleys are gearing up for an exciting run of shows across Ontario, joining The Washboard Union on their Grab The Wheel and Go Tour and bringing their dynamic sound to stages throughout the province. The band will be part of the Country-fied Muskoka lineup at the Speakeasy at Muskoka Foundry on Nov. 23.
“’Ready to Roll’ is a swampy anthem for anyone stepping into the early stages of a new relationship,” said The Redhill Valleys. “It speaks to recognizing your own worth and sending a clear message: if they want to be with you, they’d better be prepared to give it their all and keep up.”
“Ready to Roll” follows the release of “Make It Out Alive,” a high-octane anthem bursting with energy, driven by powerful guitar riffs and captivating vocals. The Redhill Valleys continue to hone their craft with songs like “Rhinestoned,” a sparkling, genre-blending nod to the dazzling ’70s country era, and “Making Rumours” which delves into the intricate web of secret relationships, showcasing their knack for creating evocative, thought-provoking music.
After releasing their two-part EP, Travel Well, in 2022 The Redhill Valleys’ single “Anymore” garnered significant praise including winning first place in the American Songwriter Magazine lyric contest, and receiving regular airplay on SiriusXM’s North Americana, CBC Country, and Tom Petty Radio.
Nominated for several awards, including “Best Group” and “Best Roots Artists” at the Country Music Association of Ontario Awards for three years in a row, the band has built a steady fanbase, extensively touring across Canada, with appearances on prominent stages including Boots and Hearts Music Festival, Big Sky Music Festival, Cavendish Beach Music Festival, along with visits to the US and the UK, including three shows as part of C2C: Country to Country 2024, Europe’s biggest country music festival.
Passionate about bringing music lovers together, they are also advocates for music accessibility and are involved in numerous programs that provide opportunities for education in Hamilton including AIFEC, Girls Rock Camp, and City Kidz.
The Redhill Valleys 2024 Tour Dates
October 29 – Meaford, ON – Meaford Hall*
October 30 – Barrie, ON – Georgian Theatre*
November 1 – Oshawa, ON – Bond St Main Stage*
November 2 – Stratford, ON – Stratford Rotary Complex*
November 3 – Blyth, ON – Blyth Memorial Hall*
November 23 – Bracebridge, ON – Muskoka Foundry
December 6 – Delta, ON – Festival of Small Halls: Delta Old Town Hall
December 7 – Perth, ON – Festival of Small Halls: Oakfield Rugby Park
December 13 – Hamilton, ON – The Westdale
*with The Washboard Union
For tickets to the show on November 23, visit Eventbrite.