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Country music star Dan Davidson wins 2017 Edmonton Music Prize

The prize, worth $10,000 this year, was given to Davidson for both his latest record, Songs for Georgia, as well as his achievements in the past year.

Davidson beat out Neula Charles and 100 mile house to take home $10,000

Dan Davidson's breakthrough year earned him the 2017 Edmonton Music Prize. (Dan Davidson/Supplied)

Country music artist Dan Davidson has won the 2017 Edmonton Music Prize.

The prize, worth $10,000 this year, was awarded to Davidson for both his latest record, Songs for Georgia, as well as his achievements in the past year.

Davidson scored a top-charting hit with his song Found — which propelled him to be the #1 charting indie artist in Canada.

He also recently won four Alberta Country Music Awards and is opening for Brett Kissel on a 35-city tour.

Davidson beat out 100 mile house and Nuela Charles for the prize, which is in its fifth year.