GRAHAM TRUDE

Canadian Recording Artist | Songwriter | Music Producer | Afghanistan Veteran | Founder

of Countrycore Music Group Inc.

“The Singing Soldier”

Dubbed “The Singing Soldier” by Canadian country music legends The Good Brothers,

Graham Trude is a Canadian country recording artist, songwriter, music producer, and

entrepreneur whose remarkable journey from the front lines of Afghanistan and Canadian law

enforcement to the recording studio has shaped both his music and his mission.

Known for his commanding voice, emotionally honest songwriting, and ability to transform

deeply personal experiences into meaningful music, Graham has built a career rooted in

authenticity, resilience, and human connection.

His songwriting explores the complexities of love, loss, trauma, redemption, and recovery, while

his evolving musical style combines traditional country storytelling with contemporary country,

Americana, folk, and modern production influences.

FROM THE FRONT LINES TO THE RECORDING STUDIO

Before establishing himself in the Canadian music industry, Graham served in the Canadian

Armed Forces with Lord Strathcona's Horse (Royal Canadians) as an Armoured Corps soldier

deployed to Afghanistan in 2009 during Task Force 3-09.

Working on the front lines in one of the country's most dangerous operational environments,

Graham experienced the realities of combat and military service firsthand.

Following his military career, Graham continued his commitment to public service by becoming

a police officer. He began his policing career serving remote, fly-in Indigenous communities in

Northern Ontario with the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service, including Poplar Hill First Nation,

before joining the Orangeville Police Service.

During his law enforcement career, he worked in criminal investigations, including undercover

operations and drug enforcement, and received recognition for his commitment to public safety

for life saving.

Years of exposure to traumatic events, combined with injuries and experiences from his military

and policing careers, eventually took a profound toll on his personal life and mental health.

Diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder, Graham confronted challenges that would

ultimately change the direction of his life.Music became more than a creative outlet. It became a way to process experiences that were

difficult to put into ordinary words, rebuild his sense of purpose, and connect with others facing

similar struggles.

Leaving policing behind, Graham committed himself to pursuing songwriting and music production professionally,

turning years of personal hardship into a new chapter defined by songwriting, production, and

advocacy.

BUILDING A CAREER IN MUSIC

Graham's musical journey began long before his transition into full-time music.

In 2013, he placed among the top three in a provincial songwriting competition and was selected

to write and perform the theme song for the Canadian television series The Real Canadian Joes.

His early releases established him as an introspective songwriter unafraid to explore difficult

subjects, particularly through songs such as “PTSD,” “PTSD (Acoustic),” “Wasted Away,”

and “.120 Grain.”

His 2022 single “PTSD” earned praise for its vulnerability and emotional depth. In its review,

The Rider News Blog described Graham as:

“This soulful, gentle giant who possesses that rare combination of extreme vulnerability and

playful bravado, delivers his message loud and clear.”

The acoustic version, released on Remembrance Day 2022, resonated with military veterans, first

responders, and listeners internationally.

In 2023, Graham entered into a music co-publishing agreement with Red Brick Songs and

Stereo Dynamite Music Group, further developing his professional songwriting career.

Since then, his catalogue has continued to expand, with releases including “Thank You For My

Life,” “Drink Alone,” “Carry On,” “My Rowdy Side,” and “Strung Out in L.A.”

His songwriting has evolved beyond the deeply personal themes of his earlier recordings,

embracing an increasingly diverse sound that balances emotional storytelling with upbeat

melodies, contemporary production, and an unmistakable country influence.

COUNTRYCORE MUSIC GROUP INC.

Beyond his work as a recording artist, Graham is the founder and CEO of Countrycore Music

Group Inc., a Canadian music company specializing in recording, music production,

songwriting, artist development, mixing, mastering, management, and live entertainment.

Through Countrycore, Graham has expanded his role within the industry from performer to

producer and creative collaborator.Among his most notable professional relationships is his ongoing work with Canadian country

music icons The Good Brothers, whose celebrated career spans more than five decades.

Graham has contributed production work to the group's recording projects, including their

collaboration “Now That You're Gone” with Juno Award-winning band The Sadies.

Countrycore Music Group has also been associated with artists including guitarist and recording

artist Jason “Slim” Gambill of Lady A and Canadian dance music vocalist Simone Denny of

Love Inc.

With a growing emphasis on songwriting and record production, Graham continues developing

collaborative projects that connect established artists with emerging musical talent.

NORTHERN LIGHTS

In 2026, Graham entered a new phase of his musical career with material from his forthcoming

project, Northern Lights.

Moving toward a contemporary country sound that incorporates elements of Americana, pop, and

modern Nashville production, the project represents a shift toward a more uplifting and

musically diverse catalogue.

On February 13, 2026, Graham released “I've Got To Know,” featuring The Good Brothers and

members of The Western Swing Authority.

Mixed by multi-platinum producer Jason Dufore, the single brought together respected

Canadian musicians in an energetic, feel-good country recording, accompanied by an official

music video.

Continuing his 2026 release schedule, Graham is preparing to release “Bourbon on My Breath”

on October 23, 2026, a relaxed contemporary country single inspired by nighttime drives, city

lights, and the atmosphere of modern country-pop production.

With additional music planned for 2027, Graham is increasingly focused on the creative side of

the industry, particularly songwriting, music production, and collaborating with other recording

artists.

SOUND OF REMEMBRANCE — MUSIC WITH PURPOSE

Despite his expanding career in music, Graham remains deeply committed to supporting those

who have served their communities and country.

He is the founder and driving force behind Sound of Remembrance, an annual music and

fundraising event dedicated to honouring Canadian military veterans, first responders, and their

families.Hosted at the prestigious Canadian War Museum in Ottawa, Sound of Remembrance brings

together recording artists, military leaders, first responders, charitable organizations, corporate

sponsors, and members of the public for an evening of music, storytelling, remembrance, and

community.

Previous events have supported charitable organizations including Soldier On and True Patriot

Love Foundation raising more than $35,000 between 2023 and 2025.

The 2026 event, scheduled for November 7, will benefit the Homes For Heroes Foundation, an

organization dedicated to supporting veterans experiencing homelessness.

Through Sound of Remembrance, Graham has continued combining his experience in public

service with his professional relationships in the music industry, building a platform that

recognizes sacrifice while raising funds and awareness for organizations supporting veterans and

first responders.

He has also founded and produced live entertainment events including Summer Country

Kickoff in Collingwood, Ontario, and the Ontario Comedy Festival.

MORE THAN MUSIC

For Graham, music has never been solely about entertainment or commercial success.

It is a means of connection, a way to tell stories that might otherwise remain unheard, and an

opportunity to give something meaningful back to communities that have shaped his life.

His experiences as a soldier, police officer, survivor of psychological trauma, songwriter, and

entrepreneur have given him a unique perspective on resilience and the importance of finding

purpose after adversity.

Today, Graham continues working toward a future where military veterans, first responders, and

individuals facing psychological injuries feel supported, understood, and empowered to seek

help.

His personal and professional journey remains a testament to the idea that life's most difficult

chapters do not have to define its ending.

“I feel as though I've finally found my sound. I'm in a great place. I'm happy, and I love

making music with my friends. But I never lose sight of my purpose in life: to help people

in any way I can with my music. I believe that life is about people helping people and giving

back.”

— Graham TrudeOFFICIAL WEBSITES

Artist & Music: www.GrahamTrude.com

Sound of Remembrance: www.SoundOfRemembrance.com

Summer Country Kickoff: www.SummerCountryKickoff.com

Ontario Comedy Festival: www.OntarioComedyFest.com

Discography

Year Single

2011 Real Canadian Joes

2016 Don't Lose Your Small Town

2017 Seen What I've Seen

2021 My Old Town, Our Kind of Country, Home Crowd (feat. Simone Denny)

2022 PTSD, PTSD (Acoustic)

2024 Wasted Away, Letter to God, .120 Grain, 6' in the Ground

2025 More Like Her, Thank You For My Life, Drink Alone, Carry On, My Rowdy Side, Strung Out

L.A.

2026 I've Got To Know (feat. The Good Brothers & The Western Swing Authority)

October 23,

2026 Bourbon on My Breath — upcoming

Management 
Stereo Dynamite Music Group
https://www.stereodynamite.ca
Adam Sewell 

PUBLISHING
RED BRICK SONGS

https://www.redbricksongs.com
 Jana Cleland
Tracey McNamara