Tia McGraff Biography

Tia McGraff’s star shot into orbit after winning the Canadian Open Country Singing Contest at the age of nineteen. TV appearances with Johnny Cash and June Carter, writing and recording with musical icons Randy Bachman (BTO) and Anne Murray’s publishing company, soon led Tia to Nashville, TN where she met and married Colorado native, melody man- Tommy Parham. Tommy’s hit song, Rocks You Can’t Move, was recorded and released as the first single on Country Star, Lee Greenwood’s, “Stronger Than Time,” album. With over ten international album releases, various film/tv placements, numerous awards (including Americana CD of the Year, Hamilton Music Award, Social Justice Song of the Year at the Em Power Songwriting awards, and multiple Best Of lists) Tia and Tommy have earned a respect in the music industry as well as a diverse global fan base. The duo has a gift for ‘getting to the heart of the matter’ and writing relatable songs about life, love and this crazy world we live in. Fans and industry notables alike have described them as “the modern day, Johnny Cash and June Carter!” Tia and Tommy have been touring internationally for twenty years, performing at soft seaters and festivals in the USA, Canada and The UK. Including: MADD Candle Vigil (ON), The Bluebird Café (Nashville), Frank Brown Intl Songwriters Festival (AL), Canterbury Folk Festival (ON), Festival of Friends (ON), Fred Eaglesmith Charity Picnic (ON), Tumbleweed Music Festival (KS), Strawberry Music Festival(CA), Sanderson Centre (ON), Stockey Centre (ON). A gifted author, Tia’s children’s book, Jake The Road Dawg (about the couple’s adopted Nashville Shelter pup who travels with them on tour) has helped raise funds and awareness for their local chapter of The Dolly Parton Imagination Library, The Niagara Falls Humane Society, and various animal rescue non-profit orgs. The book includes 3 original songs by Tia and Tommy, and is the inspiration behind their podcast show, and their live author/songwriting children’s events, both called Jake’s Place: Songs ’n’ Tails.’ Sending out the universal message of hope, acceptance in your world and love for life’s adventures, Jake the Road Dawg inspires readers of all ages, to ‘Find the song in your heart,’ and ‘Let yourself be Crazy Beautiful!’ 

QUOTES: 

"Tia McGraff is one of the finest singer-songwriter-artists that we've worked with in the past decade. Continually breaking new ground and performing worldwide. Her work ethic is remarkable as well as her determination to progress in this ever-changing music business." Bill Wence Promotion, Nashville, TN 

“Tia McGraff and Tommy Parham continue proving they are one of the best creative duos working today with the release of Stubborn in My Blood and the album’s eleven songs will be invaluable additions to their live act. It’s a deep feeling and thoughtful album full of the heart and tears defining our lives.” 

NO DEPRESSION MAGAZINE

 Tia McGraff has the voice of an angel, a work ethic of grit and determination, and a well-honed award-winning songwriting craft. Tia fearlessly writes, performs and sings about what matters to her and most importantly her fans and she does it in a manner that's filled with love, grace and positivity. As a gifted author, sharing the trials and triumphs of Jake the Road Dawg a treasured family pet, Tia excels, giving people of all ages the knowledge and promise that they belong and can be what they most dream to be! Add to the recipe her partner Tommy Parham, a gifted writer, musician and performer in his own right and his obvious love of sharing life, writing, the road, and the stage with Tia, and you have a venerable feast in touring and recording successes that will long continue in an ever-changing, fast-paced musical landscape. It's always a pleasure to work with Tia and Tommy who are more than willing to look ahead and tackle the work that brings success and a bright future! Michelle Fortier - 

Trespass Music & Michelle Fortier Publicity