Alex Hughes

Alex Hughes is a pop-country powerhouse from Calgary, Alberta, blending heartfelt storytelling with irresistible pop hooks. Known for her vibrant energy and captivating live performances, Hughes brings a fresh, genre-bending perspective to Canadian country music. With South Asian and Filipino roots, she grew up immersed in a rich mix of musical influences, from Bollywood and Hawaiian melodies to hip-hop and R&B, all of which shape her dynamic sound today. She has shared stages with major artists like Brothers Osborne, Ashley McBryde, Josh Ross, and Babyface, and has performed at iconic venues including The House of Blues (Sunset Strip), Nashville’s Tootsies, and Calgary Stampede’s Nashville North. With over 350,000 global catalogue streams, two 2026 Country Music Alberta Award nominations, and her debut EP Take Me Home arriving May 29, Alex Hughes continues to rise as one of Canada’s most exciting emerging country artists.