ArtsWest: Brian John Harwood

Raised in the town of Innisfil, Ontario in the ‘90s, Brian John Harwood grew up to the early sounds of country, rock & pop and now putting them together in a brand new way. Hooked on this sound and a love for performing, Harwood started the country/rock band Kansas Stone in early 2015. The band went on to achieve success across Canada, opening for acts such as Zac Brown, Brothers Osborne, and Dallas Smith and many more.. signing with Wax/Universal records in 2017. After touring with the band, Brian decided it was time for a new sound. Retaining his role in Kansas Stone, he embarked on a new journey as a solo artist in order to separate the two different styles. In 2019 Harwood began work on this new project, creating a blend of country, pop and 80’s style rock music that reflects Brian’s most personal tastes and experiences.


He’s been nominated for a CMAOntario award, has amassed over millions of streams across platforms, climbed the radio charts in Australia getting a top 40 and has released multiple top 100 charting singles on the Canadian Country Airplay charts. Brian John Harwood is a seasoned rising star on the Canadian country music scene with a bright future ahead.