Karli June was the first to grace the main stage at Meadows Music Festival on Friday, May 29, 2026.
Here are SWOMP’s photos from her performance:
June is an emerging Canadian country artist from Listowel, Ontario, whose heartfelt songwriting, powerful vocals and engaging stage presence have helped her build a growing audience at home and abroad. Drawing inspiration from her rural upbringing, she combines traditional country values with a modern sound that emphasizes authenticity and connection.
Her momentum continued to build in 2025 with a performance at Boots and Hearts and the upcoming release of her second EP. Her latest single, “Always Gonna Be,” reached the Top 20 on Australian country radio, adding to an impressive run of success that includes the hit duet “Feel Like Home” with Ryan Langdon. That song reached the Top 30 in Canada and No. 12 in Australia while earning recognition from Rogers Radio, iHeartRadio and Stingray Music.
Karli followed with “Still Make Cowgirls,” which reached No. 1 on SiriusXM’s Top of the Country. Her music has generated more than 2.7 million combined streams and views, while performances at events such as Country Thunder Calgary, Ponoka Stampede and CCMA Country Music Week have further established her as one of Canada’s rising country talents. With new music on the way and a growing list of achievements, Karli June continues to gain attention as an artist to watch.
Follow her at https://www.karlijune.com/.