NEW SINGLE
OUT JULY 25
The first single from ANNIKA’s forthcoming album, "Don’t Get You A Man" is a slow-burn jam that dives into the tough truth that love alone isn’t always enough.
ANNIKA's standout vocals tell the story of a woman who gave her all to someone who just couldn’t show up and be the man she needed. Set to moody instrumentation and a catchy groove, the song mixes heartbreak with empowerment. It’s a modern-day breakup anthem for anyone who’s learned the hard way that charm isn’t the same as maturity - and that real love takes more than sweet talk.
“I had so much fun writing and recording this song - it leans into a groove that’s got just the right mix of sass and soul. As women, we often spot potential in men that never quite materializes which is what this song is all about. Even though that hasn’t been my personal story, I definitely can understand it and wanted to write a song for all the women who have experienced it!" - Annika
About ANNIKA
With a voice as dynamic as her personality, ANNIKA is an accomplished musician, vocalist, and songwriter whose blend of raw talent and quick-witted charm has been winning over audiences for nearly three decades. Known for her soulful performances and sense of humour, she’s cultivated a loyal fanbase one song, one story, and one unforgettable performance at a time.
Raised in Calgary, Alberta, ANNIKA has built a thriving career as an independent artist with over 1 million global streams, 1.2 million YouTube views, and high-profile collaborations with Canadian country stars Chad Brownlee (2024) and Brett Kissel (2021). ANNIKA combines her love of country songwriting with soulful piano playing and rich, melodic vocals. Her music flows seamlessly across genres - mixing the warmth of country, the groove of soul, the edge of pop, and the depth of blues.
As an iHeart Radio Future Star and Boots & Hearts semi-finalist, ANNIKA has been recognized for her talent and contributions to Canadian country music in the past. With multiple YYC award nominations and her debut single, “I Really Don’t Want To,” securing a spot in CBC Country’s Top 40 chart for five consecutive weeks and Billboard Country’s Top 50 chart for four weeks, she has made her mark on the Canadian music scene.
A professionally trained pianist and vocalist, ANNIKA has taken her talents around the world - from bustling cruise ship piano bars, to national television as a Top 11 finalist on Canadian Idol, and even as host of the Calgary Stampede Grandstand Show, where she performed for a combined audience of over 200,000 people. Her performance highlights include playing “In the Round” at The Bluebird Cafe in Nashville, Tennessee (2017) and performing at the Birdland Jazz Club in New York City, New York (2017). Whether she’s performing solo at the piano or fronting a full band, ANNIKA is known to deliver a performance that is authentic, passionate, and sure to leave audiences entertained!
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Over 1 MILLION global streams
Released duets with critically-acclaimed Canadian country artists Chad Brownlee (2024) and Brett Kissel (2021)
Nominated for 3 YYC Music Awards: Country Recording OTY (“Strangers”), Music Video OTY (“Strangers”),
Single OTY (“Strangers”) (2023)
Nominated for 3 YYC Music Awards: Single OTY ("Encore"), Solo Artist OTY, Country Recording OTY ("Encore") (2022)
Semi-Finalist in the Boots & Hearts Emerging Artist Showcase (August 2022)
"The Death Of Me" was added to Amazon Music editorial playlists: ‘Best of What's New,’ ‘Brand New Music,’ and ‘Fresh Country’
Sophomore single, “Encore,” debuted in the Top 10 on the iTunes country store and at No.48 on the iTunes All Genre Chart
“Encore” accumulated over 150,000 overall streams in its first month of release
“Encore” was added to several editorial playlists (Spotify’s ‘New Music Nashville’ and ‘Live Country’; Apple Music’s ‘New in Country,’ Country Risers,’ and Country Wide’; and Amazon Music’s ‘Fresh Country', ‘Best of What’s New,’ and ‘Just North of Nashville’)
Featured on the cover of Amazon Music’s Fresh Country playlist
iHeart Radio Future Star (July/August 2021)
Featured in the Billboard MRC Canadian Music Newsletter (July 2021)
Debut solo single, "I Really Don't Want To," was added to over 25 Canadian country radio stations, including CBC Country/SiriusXM 171
"I Really Don't Want To" reached No.33 on the CBC Country Top 40 chart, was in the Top 40 at Mediabase for five consecutive weeks and was in the Top 50 on the Billboard Country Chart for four weeks
Lead Singer of Alberta based country duo, Leaving Thomas, from 2014-2020
Co-writer of over 100 songs to date, including co-writes with Nashville heavy hitters such as Carolyn Dawn Johnson, Phil Barton, Brian White, Patricia Conroy, and most famously, Liz Rose
Original song, “Best Adventure,” was licensed for Hallmark’s “A Summer Romance” (2019)
Commissioned to write, record, and perform in ad campaign video for US athleisure company, “Unbridled” (2019)
Host of the Calgary Stampede Grandstand Show (2016)
Winner of the Calgary Stampede Talent Search (2012)
Winner of the Calgary International Blues Festival Competition (2010)
Top 11 Finalist on Season 5 of Canadian Idol (2007)
PREVIOUS RELEASES
OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEOS
PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS
Performed an album celebration show at the Bella Concert Hall in Calgary, AB (2025)
Travelled to Greenland to perform as a piano bar entertainer on an expedition ship (2024)
Showcase performance at North by Northeast in Toronto, ON (2024)
Travelled to Antarctica to perform as a piano bar entertainer on an expedition ship for guests from all over the world (2023)
Performed with the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra at the Bella Concert Hall and the world-renowned Jack Singer Concert Hall (2023)
Showcase performance at Canadian Music Week in Toronto, ON (2023)
Feature Performer at the Brett x Brett Garden Party (2022)
Performed a SOLD OUT EP release show (May 2022)
Feature Performer at the Dave Kelly Live: Jann Arden Tribute Show (2020)
Feature performer at Brett X Brett Christmas Concert (2019 & 2020)
Performed at various festivals across the country with Leaving Thomas (2015-2019)
Performed around the world - notable cities include: Nashville, Tennessee; New York City, New York; Minneapolis, Minnesota; Bangkok, Thailand; Stavanger, Norway; Toronto, Ontario (2012 - 2018)
Performed at the CCMA Week Songwriter Series (2017 & 2019)
Performed “in the round” at The Bluebird Café in Nashville, TN (2018)
Performed at The Birdland Jazz Club in New York City, NY (2017)
Performed as a piano bar entertainer for various cruise lines (Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Azamara Cruises, and Celebrity Cruise Line) (2012-2017)
Feature performer at the Calgary Stampede Grandstand Show (2014)
Headlined MTV’s anti-trafficking event, “Freedom For Others,” in Bangkok, Thailand (2014)
Performed at Canada's Olympic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony (2014)
Performed alongside internationally recognized artists such as Loverboy, Colin James, Trooper, and American Idol winner, Taylor Hicks
THE STAND STILL SESSIONS
“ANNIKA's voice is full of depth and emotion and you can tell there’s passion behind her words and her voice in every song.”
— Canadian Beats
“Annika sings spectacularly, with tremendous presence.”
— Exclaim!
“When I first heard Annika perform, I was blown away by her stage talent and raw vocal range.”
— Rudy Blair Entertainment
PRESS PHOTOS
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