“A journeyman with a lifetime of stories in song.”
Whitey Somers
Guitarist Singer Songwriter
Original Roots, Blues and Other Grooves!
Whitey Somers is a Canadian roots and blues artist known for his authentic songwriting, expressive guitar work, and engaging live performances. A journeyman musician, he has spent decades performing across Canada and beyond, from intimate venues to festival stages. ~ Whitey’s albums, including Down That Road and The Call of the Blues, have received international airplay and chart success. His music blends roots, blues, and storytelling into a sound that is both timeless and personal.
Based in Shaunavon, Saskatchewan
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Achievements of Note
A Few Highlights
~ 2026 IS UP FOR 4 INTERNATIONAL SINGER SONGWRITERS ASSOCIATION AWARDS (To be awarded in Atlanta Ga. USA Aug 2026) INTERNATIONAL SONGWRITER, VOCALIST, MUSICIAN AND EMERGING ARTIST
~ 2026 5 INTERNATIONAL SINGER SONGWRITERS ASSOCIATION AWARD NOMINATIONS
~ 2026 SPRING, THE SONG "GONE" TO BE FEATURED THE UPCOMING FEATURE FILM
"THE KILLER BALLOON: 'TIL DEATH DO US PART"
~ 2026 INTERNATIONAL BLUES CHALLENGE QUARTER-FINALIST (Beale St, Memphis Tn. USA)
~ 2025 ROAD TO MEMPHIS WINNER, SASKATOON (Heading to IBC Memphis)
~ 2025 NOMINATED SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR ELITE MUSIC AWARDS
~ 2025 INTERNATIONAL SONGWRITERS DAY 3rd. place (Song) "A Free Man"
~ CONTINUED WORLDWIDE AIRPLAY AND CHARTING
~ DENIM & LEATHER TOP 2021 TOP 20 ALBUMS BLUES ROCK #19
~ TOP 50 CANADA ALBUM CHART TOP 10 FOR 3 MONTHS, ENTERED AT #3
~ TOP BLUES ALBUM CHART INTERNATIONAL TOP 200 of 2021 (150)
~ TOP BLUES ROCK ALBUM CHART INTERNATIONALTOP 145 of 2021 (36)
~ 2019 CANADIAN MUSIC COMPETITION 3rd. place (Live Video) "Down That Road"
~ 2 X SEMI-FINALIST UNSIGNED ONLY MUSIC COMPETITION