Jackie Putnam is quickly becoming one of the most exciting voices in East Coast music.
From her home in Debert, NS, she has built a career based on passion, hard work, and a love of storytelling through song.
A Journey to Follow Her Dream
Jackie’s path to becoming a full-time musician wasn’t always easy. In fact, she made a bold decision in 2023 to leave her full-time job and focus completely on her music career. This leap of faith paid off. She released her debut album The Phoenix in 2023, a project completely self-funded and which represents growth, strength, and rising above challenges, just like the mythical phoenix bird. Since then, Jackie has performed across Atlantic Canada, including audiences at sea on ferry crossings and touring with her one-woman show. Jackie will return to her sea shows for the 7th season this summer.
Jackie’s Music Style
Jackie’s music is a mix of country and pop, with a little bit of rock influence. Her sound is inspired by legendary artists like Dolly Parton, Shania Twain, and Patsy Cline. Her songs often focus on real-life emotions such as love, heartbreak, and personal growth.
For example, her song “I Wanted To Be Free” is about resilience and finding your true self. Overall, her music connects with listeners because it feels honest and relatable.
Awards and Achievements
Jackie Putnam has already earned major recognition for her work. Some of her achievements include:
- International Female Album of the Year (2024) for The Phoenix
- Best Alternative Song (2024) for “I Wanted To Be Free”
- Songwriter of the Year (2023)
- Entertainer of the Year (2023)
She has also received numerous other awards and recognition for her work.
Recent Music and Growth
Since releasing The Phoenix, Jackie has continued to grow as an artist. The album produced eight singles, including “Hurt”, “A Church With No People”, “It’s A Heartache”, as well as her latest release “Can’t Stop Myself From Loving You”, reaching her personal goal to release every single from the album.
BYOTA-TV teamed up with Jackie to produce a documentary called “The Phoenix” which can be found at www.byota.tv
Aside for her solo appearances, Jackie also teams up with other artists for duo, trio and full band appearances. Jackie will join Kim Doolittle for “Wine Women And Song” which is happening on May 9th. Shirley Jackson and Cheryl Gaudet will be their guests at WB Speak Easy in West Brooklyn, NS.
Upcoming Shows
Jackie continues to perform regularly and connect with fans through live music. Some of her upcoming performances include:
April 20, 2026 – SHOEBOX SONGWRITERS SPOTLIGHT
New Glasgow, NS (7:30 pm)
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May 10, 2026 – HALIFAX MARRIOTT
Halifax, NS (12:00 pm)
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Jackie Putnam’s journey shows what can happen when you follow your dreams. From leaving her job to releasing an award-winning album, she has proven that dedication and passion can lead to success. With her unique country-pop sound and growing list of achievements, Jackie Putnam is a rising star from the East Coast and her story is just getting started
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