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ABOUT

Step into the world of Richard Tichelman, a magnetic force whose artistry blends raw talent, passionate storytelling, and guitar work that resonates deep in the soul. With a career marked by awards, accolades, and unforgettable anthems, Richard has captivated audiences from the vibrant streets of Toronto to the sunlit stages of Los Angeles—whether headlining or supporting, he leaves fans wanting more.

Backed by XOXO Entertainment Corp./Believe, Richard released his debut album In & Out of Love on July 26, 2024. The project features standout singles like “Dancing In The Kitchen” (co-written with Blessing Offor, Christal Ojack, Jordan Oorebeek) and “Never Be The Same” (written with Nashville’s Jimmy Thow and Jamie Floyd), produced by Ovi Bistriceanu. With music videos released in July and November, the album explores heartbreak and healing with emotional depth and sonic brilliance.

Richard collaborated with industry giants including Brian Howes, Jason Van Poederooyen, David “Messy” Mescon, Kenny Sharp, Mike Fraser, Giordan Postorino, and Ryan Stewart—an elite roster that underscores his rising stature.

His single “HANDS” earned him the Grand Prize in Jim Beam® Bourbon’s Virtual National Talent Search, over 5.7 million impressions, and a spotlight at the CMW showcase. In 2023, he released “MISSING YOU” and the chart-topping “RED LIGHTS,” which won the 2024 USA Songwriting Competition. That same year, he was selected for the prestigious CMI AE West mentorship at Studio Bell in Calgary. 2025 USA Songwriting and Unsigned Only Competitions Richards song “One Way Ticket” won a Finalist spot. In the International Songwriting competition, “Dancing in the Kitchen” was a semi-finalist, and “Never be the Same” won a finalist spot.

In 2025, Richard was named Rogers’ “One to Watch,” featured on KISS FM stations nationwide, and landed a spot on Z103.5 with “One Way Ticket.” In June, he had the honor of opening for 98 Degrees at Fallsview Casino’s OLG Stage, performing for an audience of 5,000.

Richard Tichelman’s journey is more than music—it’s a celebration of resilience, connection, and the power of authentic artistry.

In & Out of Love

Debut Album

With the assistance of a Factor Grant and fueled by a record deal with XOXO Entertainment Corp./Believe, Richard has unveiled his debut album, "In & Out of Love," on July 26th 2024. The lead single “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. 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.

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