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A 7-time CCMA Award winner, Patricia Conroy\u2019s illustrious career began in Montreal as a member of her family band, The Shamrock Ceili Band. Influenced by her mother\u2019s Maritime country background and her father\u2019s Irish roots, Conroy\u2019s distinct sound laid the foundation for her 6 studio albums, 7 JUNO Award nominations, 5 #1 CMT videos and 8 career #1 singles.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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Throughout her musical career, songwriting has always been an integral part of Conroy\u2019s success. From her debut album Blue Angel, written largely herself, it became apparent songwriting was in her blood. She went on to craft hits like \u201cDirection of Love,\u201d \u201cKeep Me Rockin,\u201d \u201cBad Day for Trains,\u201d \u201cI Don\u2019t Wanna Be the One\u201d and many more. Touring extensively throughout her career, Conroy has also spent a great deal of her life sharing her incredible talents with others. 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