Piano Prodigy Jude Kofie to Headline Project Harmony’s 30th Anniversary Gala
4 days ago
Canada Chad Brownlee has transitioned from a professional ice hockey player to a critically acclaimed and award-winning Canadian country music artist and actor.
Brownlee released his self-titled debut album and subsequent albums like 'Love Me or Leave Me' and 'The Fighters' through MDM Recordings. MDM Recordings also operates as a music label and distributor in partnership with Universal Music Canada. In partnership with MDM Recordings, Brownlee is bringing new life to one of his most beloved songs, “When The Lights Go Down.”
Chad Brownlee signed with Universal Music Canada in late 2017, marking his major label debut for his new single, 'Dear Drunk Me'. He later released the EP 'Back in the Game' and its full album version through Universal Music Canada.
Chad Brownlee is represented in partnership with Action Entertainment for his musical career.
Chad Brownlee, born on July 12, 1984, in Kelowna, British Columbia, initially pursued a career in ice hockey where he was drafted by the Vancouver Canucks in 2003. He played defense for the NCAA’s Minnesota State Mavericks for four years before making his professional debut with the ECHL’s Idaho Steelheads in the 2007–08 season. Following a series of injuries, Brownlee transitioned from professional sports to music in 2009. His self-titled debut album was released in August 2010 by MDM Recordings, which included his first single, “The Best That I Can (Superhero)”. He quickly gained recognition, winning the Canadian Country Music Association’s Rising Star award in 2011.
Brownlee’s music career progressed with subsequent album releases such as “Love Me or Leave Me” in 2012 and “The Fighters” in 2014. He received a Juno Award nomination for Country Album of the Year in 2013 for “Love Me or Leave Me.” In 2019, Brownlee achieved his first No. 1 hit on the Billboard Canada Country chart with “Forever’s Gotta Start Somewhere,” a platinum-selling single from his EP “Back in the Game,” released via Universal Music Canada. This EP was later expanded into his fourth album in 2020. A Nielsen Music study in 2020 identified him as one of the top Canadian artists played on domestic radio. In 2023, he released the single “The Country Kind” and continues to record new music, with his sixth studio album in development.
Beyond his musical accomplishments, Brownlee has also ventured into acting. He had a small role as a hockey player in the 2010 film “Tooth Fairy” and took on a more significant role in the 2021 film “Range Roads” as Bruce, the ex-boyfriend of the main character. Brownlee has garnered multiple awards from the British Columbia Country Music Association, including Male Vocalist of the Year and Entertainer of the Year. He remains an active figure in the Canadian entertainment industry, blending his talents across music and acting.
Curious about our offerings or have inquiries? We're eager to assist!
Just complete the form, and we'll respond promptly.
