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A Saskatchewan-born country singer has plans to put out a new album this spring, describing it as “the breakup album I didn’t know I was writing.”

Tenille Arts, originally from Weyburn, posted online that her next album, titled “To Be Honest”, is set for release May 3.

Several of the tracks are already available on various music streaming platforms, including a duet with LeAnne Rimes titled “Jealous of Myself.”

“I owe you guys something real, and I owe myself something real,” Arts wrote in her announcement post. “I love you all and I cannot wait for you to hear these 14 songs.”

“To Be Honest” will be the 29-year-old’s fourth full-length album, and her first since 2021’s “Girl to Girl”, which was nominated for Country Album of the Year at the following year’s Juno Awards.

As Country Thunder continues its celebrations, fans and organizers are enjoying the experience.

Megan Benoit, digital manager of Country Thunder, said there are new features this year, including the expansion of the Platinum experience area.

“Its our Craven show lounge so theres going to be a songwriter showcase in there as well as some fun activations, weve got a hypnotist in there.“

For new and experienced guests, the experience is enjoyable.

“Good time with good people,” said Keen Bresuh, a guest of the festival.

Benoit said a lot goes into the preparation for the event and is happy with how everything is turning out.

“Our site crew did a really great job laying some new sod, weve got some new activations out there,” she said. “Everything came together really well for us this year.”

Friday’s headliner will be John Pardi, who will take the stage at 10:30 p.m.

The music will start at 5:30 p.m. with Hailey Whitters, Parmalee, and Midland performing before Pardi.