Richard Tichelman

Dive into the world of Richard Tichelman, a magnetic force in the pop music scene, whose journey is a dazzling blend of raw talent, passionate storytelling, and guitar strings that sing. With a career that's a constellation of awards, accolades, and anthems, Richard has captivated audiences from the vibrant streets of Toronto to the sun-kissed stages of Los Angeles, reigning as both a headliner and a coveted supporting act that leaves fans craving more.

Fueled by a record deal with XOXO Entertainment Corp./Believe, Richard unveiled his debut album, "In & Out of Love," on July 26, 2024. Which features the hit singles “Dancing In The Kitchen” (written with Blessing Offor, Christal Ojack, Jordan Oorebeek) and “Never Be The Same”, written with Nashville auteurs Jimmy Thow (Blake Shelton, Joe Nichols, Shawn Hook) and Jamie Floyd (Ronnie Dunn, Ashley Monroe, Miranda Lambert), and produced by Ovi Bistriceanu (Mia Martina, Massari, French Montana), is a beautiful ode to that most painful of human experience, heartbreak. Richard released two Music Videos for mentioned songs, they are both released in July and November of 2024. The album as a whole is a journey through the heart's deepest desires and darkest shadows, this album promises to be a landmark in pop music.

Richard has pulled out all the stops for this new album, partnering with industry heavyweights such as Brian Howes (Puddle of Mudd, Nickelback), Jason Van Poederooyen (Keith Urban, Mother Mother), David “Messy” Mescon (Nicki Minaj, Ariana Grande), Kenny Sharp, Mike Fraser (AC/DC, Metallica) Giordan Postorino (Alessia Cara), Ryan Stewart (Simple Plan, Carly Rae Jepson), Jimmy Thow (Blake Shelton, Joe Nichols, Shawn Hook) Jamie Floyd (Ronnie Dunn, Ashley Monroe, Miranda Lambert), Ovi Bistriceanu (Mia Martina, Massari, French Montana), a veritable who’s who of titans of the music industry.

Richard's previous single "HANDS" didn't just capture ears; it won him a spotlight at the CMW featured artist showcase, proving his mettle in the UnsignedOnly Music Competition in the Pop/Top 40 category. His unparalleled talent shone brightly as he seized the Grand Prize Winner title in the Jim Beam® Bourbon’s Virtual National Talent Search, in collaboration with Canadian Music Week, racking up over 5.7 million impressions and counting. His electrifying performances at the Wheatsheaf Inn & the El Mocambo during the 2022 Jim Beam® INDIE Awards, and again at the CMWs in 2023, have become the stuff of legend.

In 2023, Richard unleashed two other groundbreaking singles, "MISSING YOU" and "RED LIGHTS," setting the stage ablaze with anticipation. "Red Lights," a masterpiece crafted in the heart of Nashville alongside the brilliant David “Messy” Mescon (Nicki Minaj, Ariana Grande) and Kenny Sharp, boasts a production pedigree with legends like Mike Fraser (AC/DC, Metallica) and Giordan Postorino (Alessia Cara), all coming together at the iconic Metalworks Studios in Toronto. This track not only stormed the charts but also clinched victory in the USA Songwriting Competition for 2024, marking Richard as an unstoppable force in music.

Selected as one of just ten musicians for the prestigious CMI AE West mentorship program at Studio Bell, the National Music Center in Calgary, Richard spent November 2023 honing his craft, ready to set the world on fire with his music.

Embark on this exhilarating journey with Richard, a pop sensation whose story is not just about music, but a celebration of life, love, and the endless pursuit of passion.