Sakamoto Agency News

June 23, 2023

BENEDICT NAMED A FINALIST IN THE 2023 SIRIUSXM TOP OF THE COUNTRY COMPETITION For Immediate Release, June 23, 2023: Hailey Benedict, the rising country star from St. Albert, Alberta, has released her powerful new single, “Damn You July,” available today...

June 13, 2023

Lemon Cash – the exciting and emerging country duo, consisting of Ottawa brothers Cory and Jeff Papineau – have announced the release of their brand new single “Breakup Song,” coming June 23 (PRE-SAVE/ADD HERE). The song, written by Lemon Cash,...

June 1, 2023

For Immediate Release, June 1, 2023: Canadian country band River Town Saints are set to return with their highly anticipated new single, “She Got That,” set for release on June 9. The vibrant summer jam perfectly encapsulates the essence of...

March 21, 2023

For Immediate Release, March 21, 2023: Sakamoto Music is excited to release the first full album on the label, just over a year after it’s inception and signing Chris Buck (Band) as the first artist. Buck’s ‘Answers’ album will release...

March 3, 2023

For Immediate Release, March 3, 2023: Sakamoto Agency is pleased to announce the signing of Alberta-based artist Kyle McKearney to the national roster, with President and Operating Partner Paul Biro as Responsible Agent. A break-out artist of 2022, Kyle earned two Western Canadian...

February 7, 2023

Sakamoto Agency is looking for the perfect candidate to join our award-winning team! Please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected], attention Paul Biro. AGENT JOB POSTING – SAKAMOTO AGENCY   Sakamoto Agency is an award-winning booking, talent buying,...

October 6, 2022

For Immediate Release, October 6, 2022: Sakamoto Music is excited to add another talented artist to its growing label roster, with the addition of emerging Canadian artist Raquel Cole. “Hate That I Need You” will be the first single from Raquel on the...

September 22, 2022

For Immediate Release, September 22, 2022: Sakamoto Music is so pleased to announce the signing of chart-topping, double-platinum artist Aaron Goodvin to the label, distributed by Warner Music Canada, and will release a new version of the song “You Ain’t” featuring another Canadian...

August 5, 2022

For Immediate Release, August 5, 2022: Sakamoto Music is excited to release the next single from Chris Buck, “Thank God For Good Friends”, to DSP’s and radio on August 12. The second single from Buck, “Thank God For Good Friends” is a heartfelt...

July 20, 2022

For Immediate Release, July 20, 2022: Bright young star Hailey Benedict has signed with GPS Artist Management, a partnership between Sakamoto Agency in Canada and GrassRoots Promotion in Nashville. Manager Tera Lee Flaman will be handling day to day, with assistance from GrassRoots’ Nancy...

June 21, 2022

For Immediate Release, June 21, 2022: Continuing their recent growth trend, Sakamoto Agency is pleased to add two new development artists to the Canadian country roster; Albertans Amy Hef, and Robert Adam. Sakamoto’s Operating Partner Paul Biro will be responsible agent for both acts, with...

May 9, 2022

For Immediate Release, May 9, 2022: Sakamoto Agency is excited to announce the signing of two up and coming Albertan artists and Country Music Alberta Award winners to the Canadian roster; Hailey Benedict, and The Prairie States. Sakamoto’s Paul Biro will be Responsible Agent...

February 16, 2022

For Immediate Release, February 16, 2022: Sakamoto Agency is excited to launch new record label Sakamoto Music, proudly distributed by Warner Music Canada. The first signing to the fledgling label is beloved Canadian country artist Chris Buck, who is releasing his first single...

December 9, 2021

For Immediate Release, December 9, 2021: Sakamoto Agency is delighted to announce the addition of two new bands to their Canadian roster, coming off a second win at the Canadian Country Music Awards for Booking Agency of the Year, and following each...

September 29, 2021

Our office will be closed September 30th in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We encourage everyone to participate in the many Truth and Reconciliation events taking place this week and help to amplify Indigenous voices, listen...

September 13, 2021

For Immediate Release, September 13, 2021: Sakamoto Agency is delighted to continue the diversification of our roster with the signing of three Canadian acts, which are wholly unique from each other and bursting with talent. Joining the roster are up and coming...

June 28, 2021

For Immediate Release, June 28, 2021: Sakamoto Agency is pleased to announce the signing of Canadian country artist Raquel Cole to it’s growing roster. A current semi-finalist in this year’s SiriusXM Top of the Country contest at the upcoming Canadian Country Music Awards, Raquel...

March 29, 2021

For Immediate Release, March 29, 2021: Sakamoto Agency (CAN) and GrassRoots Promotion (USA) are excited to announce their partnership in creating a new radio and online promotions company, with the launch of GPS Promotion. Headquartered in Canada and led by radio veteran and...

November 26, 2020

Sakamoto Agency is providing the residents of 100 Care Homes across the country with virtual concerts! As a volunteer initiative by Sakamoto Agency, our goal is simply to deliver some joy and light to residents of long-term care facilities who...

November 1, 2020

Despite the challenges presented in 2020, Sakamoto Agency and it’s artists have enjoyed some fantastic achievements this year! Our agency was honoured to be named Booking Agency of the Year at the Canadian Country Music Awards, for the first time...

October 10, 2020

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September 23, 2020

Sakamoto Agency and our valued roster of artists have been working hard to adapt and create new ways of enjoying live music while we work towards a return to large gatherings. From reduced capacity special shows, to online concerts, drive-ins...

June 26, 2020

Sakamoto Agency is pleased to bring you “Suburban Serenades”! It’s been a long few months without live music in our lives, and even longer before we can enjoy a sold-out concert or festival, so Sakamoto Agency is bringing selected artists...

April 3, 2020

While uncertainty reigns and the entertainment world has been relegated to our homes, Sakamoto Agency would like to take this opportunity to highlight some of the good news happening today! Spend a little time with this and click the links! It...

January 29, 2020

2020 has started off on the right foot for Sakamoto Agency, with our agent Carla Hackman taking home the Talent Buyer of the Year Award at the Alberta Country Music Awards, in Red Deer, AB this past weekend. Carla’s honour comes only a few months...

December 4, 2019

NEW RELEASES:  As 2019 winds down, a few of our roster artists are releasing new singles, music videos, and songs for the holidays! Thank you everyone for a fantastic 2019 and we look forward to doing business with you in...

November 12, 2019

For Immediate Release: November 12, 2019: Sakamoto Agency is pleased to announce the signing of First Nations drum and vocal group Young Spirit, to the international roster. While the group has spent years touring the Pow-Wow and Round Dance circuit...

November 12, 2019

ARTIST UPDATES: Several Sakamoto Agency roster artists released albums and singles in October, and a couple took home awards! In addition, our entire roster is actively booking for 2020 and beyond, so drop us a line. Here’s what just a...

September 16, 2019

CCMA WRAP UP: The Canadian Country Music Awards just wrapped up for 2019 with a wildly successful year in Calgary, Alberta, with several awards coming home to the Sakamoto Agency family. The Washboard Union continue their reign as Group or Duo of the...

September 4, 2019

For Immediate Release, September 4, 2019: As the Canadian country music industry descends upon Calgary for the 2019 Canadian Country Music Awards, Sakamoto Agency is delighted to add a local Albertan celebrity to their growing international roster. Award-winning country artist Bobby Wills will be...