Austin Ryder has a fresh new take on country music which is an apporach this Manitoba country music performer is taking to connect with his audience. This young man began singing and performing for crowds at the age of 8 years old opening shows at local rodeos and festivals for his dad’s country band and quickly became an integrated part of the show. Austin has performed at numerous venues this summer and looks forward to many more. Performances at Dauphin’s Countryfest, Ranchman’s Honky Tonk for the Calgary Stampede, and most recently at Bow Valley Jamboree are just a couple highlights from this past summer. Austin enjoys studying honours biochemistry at the University of Calgary and volunteering weekly at the Ronald McDonald House where he shares his passion for music with the sick kids and their families staying at the house. Austin's love for music is evidence in each of his performances as he showcases both Manitoba talent and true country music.