It was announced this morning that Jim Cuddy has been selected as recipient of the 2018 MusiCounts Inspired Minds Ambassador Award, which recognizes those who have impacted music education in Canada.

Speaking of the honour, Jim said, “In giving kids a love of music from an early age we are teaching them to appreciate music, and by extension, all art, throughout their lives. I am so proud of MusiCounts and the important work they do.”

For more on the award and MusiCounts, please visit MusiCounts.ca.

Jim’s latest solo release, Constellation is now available everywhere! Stream or order your copy today, and check out all of the Jim Cuddy Band’s upcoming dates on JimCuddy.com.

Starting today, Jim’s new album Constellation is available to pre-order or pre-save! Do so now to hear three new tracks from new album — “While I Was Waiting,” “You Be The Leaver” and “Cold Cold Wind.”

That’s not all! The lyric video for “While I Was Waiting” was also released today — check it out on JimCuddy.com!

Last but not least, don’t forget that tickets to select dates on the Jim Cuddy Band’s cross-country tour include a digital copy of Constellation. Visit the Tour page on JimCuddy.com to see when they’re playing near you!

Jim will release his fourth solo album, Constellation, on January 26, and he’s taking the Jim Cuddy Band on a cross-Canada tour to celebrate.

Visit JimCuddy.com now for more information and a look at the complete tour.

Blue Rodeo will perform in Lindsay, Ontario on March 22 at the Academy Theatre for the Performing Arts to help raise money for Women’s Resources of Kawartha Lakes.

Presale tickets for this performance will be available through the Tour Page starting Monday November 6, at 10 am EST. To purchase, you’ll need to sign in to your account, or create one here.

The Jim Cuddy Band will perform at The Horseshoe Tavern in Toronto on Sunday, December 17. This show is part of the special ‘Horseshoe 70th Concert Series’ in celebration of the legendary venue’s 70th anniversary!

Presale tickets for this performance will be available through the Tour Page starting tomorrow, October 18, at 10 am EDT.

To purchase, you’ll need to sign in to your account, or create one here. Please see the Tour Page for more details.

Get deeper knowledge behind the song “Try” from Blue Rodeo’s debut album Outskirts with Jim Cuddy and George Stroumboulopoulos in a new segment from House of Strombo X Apple Music. Watch below!

Blue Rodeo will perform at The Kee to Bala in Bala, Ontario on October 8. Tickets for this event are on sale now, and accessible through the Tour Page. This is a popular venue for the band, so be sure to grab your tickets while you can!

Jim discusses some of the most significant “firsts” of his life and career with George Stroumboulopoulos in the House Of Strombo segment, Firsts. In case you missed it, you can check out Blue Rodeo’s full episode of House Of Strombo X Apple Music, featuring performances of “I Can’t Hide This Anymore”, “Lost Together” and more, on YouTube.

If you’re looking for something to listen to this long-weekend, Bazil has shared a Road Trip playlist on Apple Music.

Episode four of House Of Strombo X Apple Music has just gone live, featuring an intimate peformance by Blue Rodeo! Filmed last fall at George Stroumboulopoulos’ house in Toronto, the episode features songs from 1000 Arms alongside old favourites.

Click the image below to watch the complete episode now!