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Country hitmaker Kalsey Kulyk joins Samuel on the Canadian Country Countdown for an energetic, behind-the-scenes chat about her bold new EP Her Rodeo, including the powerful meaning behind its title and why longtime fan-favourite “Smoking Gun” finally got its moment to shine. She dives into how a decade of live shows shaped the EP’s gritty, rock‑leaning sound, the importance of bringing high‑energy instrumental breaks back into country music, and what fans can expect from her electrifying concerts. Kulyk also opens up about motherhood on the road—touring with two young kids, testing new songs on them before release—and reflects on her early inspirations, big career dreams like the Grand Ole Opry, and what’s still on her bucket list as she continues to dream big.

In this candid and feel‑good conversation, Niall Horan invites listeners inside his world — from what really goes down at his ideal dinner party (early prep, simple food, card games, quizzes and maybe karaoke after a few drinks) to how he’s evolved as an artist heading into album number four, Dinner Party. He opens up about growing up in the studio, becoming more confident as a songwriter and musician, and why this new record is designed to be your soundtrack for summer nights, pre‑drinks and good vibes, even when touching on themes of love, loss and feeling lost. Along the way, Niall shares his love for pub quizzes, karaoke in Japan, and his deep connection to Canada — teasing a return tour and declaring his honorary Canadian status. It’s a warm, relatable chat full of music, nostalgia and moments fans don’t want to miss.

Country standout Nate Haller stops by Canadian Country Countdown for a candid, funny, and revealing conversation with Samuel that covers the emotional spark behind his new single “Thought About You,” why he’s not hiding breakup songs from his exes, and how old “graveyard” demos can come back to life years later. The interview dives into the surprising success of “Backfire” with Tenille Townes, what makes a song feel destined for a duet, and why hearing his own music playing at a Tim Hortons bathroom still feels surreal. Haller also opens up about preparing for his first-ever headlining tour, hometown nerves in Waterloo, high‑energy performances, and even the underrated struggle of lettuce-wrap burgers on the road — making for an engaging mix of music insight, behind-the-scenes honesty, and genuine laughs.