TORONTO, Canada – The Canadian Musical Reproduction Rights Agency (CMRRA), innovators in licensing and royalty administration for over 50 years, announced today the distribution of over $96 million in royalties to its music publisher and self-published songwriter clients for the 2024 fiscal year. “We’re proud to have distributed over $96 million in mechanical royalties in […]
Spotlight – Margaret McGuffin on CMRRA’s Legacy of Advocacy and Innovation
By Tabassum Siddiqui Few people are better poised to reflect on CMRRA’s 50th anniversary than Margaret McGuffin, who comes by her insights first-hand. Now Chief Executive Officer of Music Publishers Canada (MPC), McGuffin previously worked for CMRRA from 2014 to 2017, first as Vice-President, Strategy and Business Development, and then as Vice-President, Industry Relations and […]
Writers on Track Featuring Witch Prophet
Writers on Track features Toronto-based recording artist Witch Prophet with High Priestess Publishing. The singer-songwriter is known for her rich soundscapes of layered vocals, loops, raps, and harmonies set against hip-hop, jazz, and soul-inspired beats. Long-listed for the Polaris Music Prize in 2023, she uses storytelling to channel her experiences, emotions, and cultural heritage into […]
CMRRA at 50: Impact through Innovation and Building for the Future
By Isabelle Speerin Fifty years ago, a forward-thinking group of Canadian music publishers led by Pierre Gauthier, President of the Canadian Music Publishers Association (CMPA), laid the groundwork for the creation of an organization to oversee the licensing of musical reproduction rights in Canada. CMPA’s mission was to promote the interests of music publishers and […]
Writers on Track Featuring Julian Taylor
Writers on Track features self-published singer-songwriter Julian Taylor, a dynamic and celebrated artist who has been a cornerstone of Canada’s musical landscape for over two decades. His work has garnered widespread acclaim, including nominations for the JUNOS, Canadian Folk Music Awards, Native American Music Awards, and the Polaris Music Prize. Taylor’s distinctive versatility as a […]
SPOTLIGHT: A storied past meets a bright future as COO Kathryn Ostien celebrates TRO Essex Music Group’s 75th anniversary
By Tabassum Siddiqui Like many in the publishing sector who love music, Kathryn Ostien first dreamed of a career as a performer. Growing up in Michigan studying classical piano, she decided to parlay her passion for music into working in the music business instead. “At that point, there was no music-business degree like you can […]
Front of House with Elyssa Macri
This month’s Front of House features Elyssa Macri, Director of Communications & Industry Relations, whose career spans radio, retail, and key roles at CCMA and CARAS/The JUNO Awards. Driven by her passion for music, Elyssa has honed her skills, built strong relationships, and made meaningful industry contributions. Now at CMRRA she applies this experience to […]
Writers on Track Featuring Jenson Vaughan
Writers on Track features Jenson Vaughan with Ultra Music Publishing. Following his success co-writing the Grammy-nominated, JUNO-winning track “This is What It Feels Like” by Armin van Buuren and Trevor Guthrie, Jenson refined his songwriting craft, later penning hits for renowned artists such as Madonna, Kelly Rowland, and Britney Spears. What’s your favorite part of […]
SPOTLIGHT: How David Murphy Turned Passion for Copyright into a Lifelong Career
By Isabelle Speerin From a Montréal college radio station to a 30-year career in copyright, David Murphy is on a mission to ensure Canadian songwriters get their dues, one royalty cheque at a time. And while the origins of his career go back to his college days, it’s his deep curiosity and aptitude for calculated […]
Front of House with Noah Evans
This month’s Front of House highlights Noah Evans, Licensing and Royalties Administrator. His daily tasks are focused on processing licence requests for physical products, along with the related mechanical royalties, ensuring these are correctly paid to publishers and songwriters. Outside of work, Noah is a passionate record collector, inspired by his dad, and he shares […]
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