George Canyon

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George Canyon in Little Harbour - 2019 (48931235492) (cropped)
George Canyon
Birth nameFrederick George Lays
BornAugust 22, 1970
Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada
OriginFox Brook, Nova Scotia, Canada
GenresCountry music
Occupation(s)Singer, songwriter, actor
Years active2004–present
LabelsUniversal Music Group, Reiny Dawg



George Canyon (born Frederick George Lays, August 22, 1970) is a Canadian country music singer, songwriter, and actor. He is best known for his hit singles and his participation in the second season of the Nashville Star talent competition.

Early life[edit | edit source]

George Canyon was born in Pictou County, Nova Scotia, and grew up in the small community of Fox Brook. He developed an interest in music at a young age and began performing locally.

Career[edit | edit source]

Music[edit | edit source]

George Canyon's music career took off after he competed in the second season of Nashville Star in 2004, where he finished as the runner-up. This exposure led to a recording contract with Universal Music Group.

He has released several albums, including:

  • One Good Friend (2004)
  • Somebody Wrote Love (2006)
  • Classics (2007)
  • What I Do (2008)
  • Better Be Home Soon (2011)
  • I Got This (2016)
  • Southside of Heaven (2018)

His hit singles include "My Name," "Drinkin' Thinkin'," and "I Believe in Angels."

Acting[edit | edit source]

In addition to his music career, George Canyon has also pursued acting. He has appeared in several television series and films, including:

Personal life[edit | edit source]

George Canyon is married and has two children. He is also known for his advocacy work for diabetes awareness, having been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes himself.

Awards and recognition[edit | edit source]

George Canyon has received numerous awards and nominations throughout his career, including:

Discography[edit | edit source]

  • One Good Friend (2004)
  • Somebody Wrote Love (2006)
  • Classics (2007)
  • What I Do (2008)
  • Better Be Home Soon (2011)
  • I Got This (2016)
  • Southside of Heaven (2018)

Filmography[edit | edit source]

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD