Alan Doyle to Host 2019 JUNO Songwriters' Circle

The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) announced today that treasured musician, storyteller and 12-time JUNO Award nominee Alan Doyle will host and perform at the 2019 JUNO Songwriters' Circle. This year's event will take place on Sunday, March 17, 2019 at 12 p.m. ET at London's Centennial Hall and will be broadcast live on CBC Radio One, CBC Music and be available to live stream via CBCMusic.ca/junos.

Proudly dubbed the "Jewel of JUNO Week," the intimate showcase is unlike any other event during the week-long celebration of Canadian music. Presented by SOCAN (The Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada) in association with the Canadian Music Publishers Association, JUNO Songwriters' Circle demonstrates the powerful role that songwriting plays. Fans and guests experience rare collaborations between artists and get the inside scoop on the inspiration and process behind their favourite songs.

Best known as lead-singer for Newfoundland's adored Great Big Sea for the past 20 years, the actor, producer and best-selling author recently released his third solo album, A Week at the Warehouse, produced by 2018 JUNO Songwriters' Circle co-host, Bob Rock. Lauded as one of Canada's most beloved musicians, Doyle will bring an unmistakable presence to this year's event.

"As an avid storyteller, it's a true honour to host one of JUNO Week's most authentic moments," said Doyle. "JUNO Songwriters' Circle connects exemplary artists with rising stars, in an intimate and captivating setting that gives the audience an experience they'll never forget. I'm delighted to be able to do what I love, while helping benefit Canadian youth through MusiCounts."

Tickets for the 2019 JUNO Songwriters' Circle are going on sale January 9, at 10 a.m. ET through www.centennialhall.london.ca, by phone at 519-672-1967, 519-672-1968 or toll-free 1-888-999-8980 or in person at the Centennial Hall Box Office 550 Wellington St. London, ON and are available starting at $49.50 (plus taxes and service fees). Proceeds from JUNO Songwriters' Circle will benefit MusiCounts - Canada's music education charity associated with the JUNOS - MusiCounts believes that all children and youth should have access to music programs through their schools and communities.

Look out for more 2019 JUNO Songwriters' Circle announcements in the New Year. Previous performers include Chantal Kreviazuk, Daniel Caesar, Iskwé, Jim Cuddy, Ruth B., and Scott Helman.

The 48th annual JUNO Awards and JUNO Week 2019 will be hosted in London from March 11 through March 17, 2019, culminating in The JUNO Awards, on Sunday, March 17, at Budweiser Gardens, broadcast live at 8 p.m. ET on CBC, CBC Radio and globally on cbcmusic.ca/junos.

Photo Credit: Margaret Malandruccolo

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