Award-Winning Country Artist, Amanda Keeles, Shares New Single From Debut Album “I Don’t Care”, Tour Dates
Following a breakout 2024, Amanda Keeles delivers a powerful piano ballad about moving on and announces new dates of her “Can’t Stop Me Now” tour
I Don't Care - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BeiqMHIZ8GA
Release Date: Friday, February 14 2025
Jan 10
Award-winning Canadian Country artist Amanda Keeles is a gifted songwriter, powerhouse vocalist, and mesmerizing performer. Blending the heartfelt storytelling of Country and the high-powered energy of Classic Rock, her music is intentionally crafted to evoke deep emotions drawn from sharing songs that focus on relatable, personal experiences. Following a successful executive career in finance, Keeles took a leap of faith and released her debut album, “Can’t Stop Me Now!”, in early 2024, embarked on her first-ever tour across Ontario, and earned multiple awards for the music video of her single “Saving Grace”. She has been featured on major platforms like SiriusXM’s Top of The Country and CTV News, reaching #5 on the Canadian Country Indie Top 100 chart, and showcasing during Canadian Country Music Association’s Music Week, all within her first official year as an artist. Her music videos have premiered at prestigious film festivals across North America, including the Toronto Independent Film Festival where she was awarded “Best Music Video”, the Los Angeles Film Awards, and more. Her music has been played on over 50 radio stations across Canada and internationally, while her social media following skyrocketed to reach tens of thousands. On her debut album, Keeles worked alongside some of the biggest names in Canadian Country music, including Grammy and Canadian Country Music Award (CCMA) nominee producer Johnny Gasparic, as well as CCMA and JUNO Award-winning musicians Justin Kudding, Chris Byrne, Joey McIntyre, Keith Floen, Therry Lawson, and Bill Blayney. The album was brought to life at MCC Recording Studio, a five-time CCMA Studio of the Year award recipient. An unstoppable force, Amanda is keeping the momentum going in 2025 with the release of “I Don’t Care” from her debut album, topping over 500,000 streams. The empowering piano ballad is an ode to the moment one realizes they have moved on from a former heartbreak. “I Don’t Care” will be released on Friday, February 14 2025. Amanda's tour dates, new single, and full album are available for download below.
About "I Don’t Care ":
Reflecting on the pivotal moment of realization that a former heartbreak no longer affects you, Amanda Keeles’ latest single, “I Don’t Care”, is a raw and powerful ballad about finally letting go. Written years after experiencing heartbreak and betrayal, the song captures the exact moment Keeles realized she had moved on - when the pain, anger, and lingering feelings became emotionally irrelevant. Built on a haunting piano melody that Keeles composed herself, “I Don’t Care” blends heartfelt lyrics with a stirring arrangement, featuring an emotive performance from renowned pianist Keith Floen, and searing, bluesy guitar work by decorated guitarist, Bill Blayney. The track’s melancholic yet liberating tone is underscored by Keeles’ soaring vocal performance, embodying the strength that comes with true closure. With its deeply personal yet universally relatable theme, “I Don’t Care” is an anthem for anyone who has ever reached that moment of freedom - the realization that they are finally at peace. Through the song, Keeles delivers one of her most vulnerable and cathartic performances yet, proving once again her ability to transform personal experiences into music that resonates with listeners on a profound level.
Quote: "’I Don’t Care’ is a raw and emotional journey of lost love and betrayal. A reflection of that moment you stop caring, break free and can finally breathe again." - Amanda Keeles
If you would like to chat with Amanda Keeles about her music, let me know and we can set something up!
Biography:
Country Singer-Songwriter Amanda Keeles is a Canadian artist from London, Ontario. She is a two-time winner of The Canadian Open Singing/Songwriting Contest. Growing up in a family of musicians, Country music filled the rooms of her childhood home igniting the passion and creativity that flows through in her songs. Her heartfelt lyrics and stage performance have captured audiences throughout her musical journey. She has performed on countless stages across Canada from piano lounges, festivals and country bars to singing national anthems at major sporting events. Her performances are versatile with acoustic versions of self written and covers to high energy rockin' country.
Her debut single "Blame it on the Moonlight" released January 30, 2023 and was picked up by over 50 country stations Canada wide including US stations, Australia and UK. Its debut peaked at #6 on the Canadian Country Indie Top 100 Chart and the video for her song is at Stingray as well as playing on ICTV in Branson, Missouri. Later, her single "My Heart Feels The Same Way Too", a powerhouse emotional ballad telling the story of a struggling relationship, was picked up by SiriusXM Radio Top of the Country, US & Canadian Radio, Australia’s Country Thunder as well as added to top Country Spotify playlists.
Amanda's debut album, "Can't Stop Me Now" was released in March 2024 and received an overwhelmingly positive reception across the Canadian media landscape. With features on radio, television, blogs, and more, the remarkable debut release from Amanda Keeles has been complemented with an Ontario tour, which featured a performance at Toronto's TD Music Hall in June 2024. To close out 2024, Amanda performed at multiple events surrounding the Canadian Country Music Awards, released a brand new single, and completed the second leg of her Ontario tour.
Amanda Keeles Tour Dates:
March 14, 2025 - El Mocambo Concert Hall - Toronto, Ontario
May 3, 2025 - Roselawn Theatre - Port Colborne, Ontario
June 28, 2025 - Gravenhurst Opera House - Gravenhurst, Ontario
July 25, 2025 - Oswego Music Festival - Oswego, New York
August 23, 2025 - Collingwood Concert Series - Collingwood, Ontario
September 27, 2025 - Meridian Centre Theatre - Ottawa, Ontario
October 1, 2025 - Fergus Grand Theatre - Fergus, Ontario
Connect with Amanda Keeles:
https://www.instagram.com/amanda_keeles/
https://www.facebook.com/amandakeelesmusic
https://x.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2Famanda_keeles
https://www.youtube.com/@amandakeeles
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