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Writers on Track Featuring Logan Richard

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Writers on Track features three-time Music PEI Award winner and ECMA nominated Logan Richard with CYMBA Music Publishing. He’s a Prince Edward Island-born songwriter, guitarist, and producer, and is often referenced as Canada’s East Coast equivalent of John Mayer, Theo Katzman and Colin James all rolled into one. His music blends pop, blues, R&B, and […]

SPOTLIGHT: For MusiCounts president Kristy Fletcher, music education and advocacy hits a high note

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By Tabassum Siddiqui Kristy Fletcher, president of Canada’s music education charity MusiCounts, always loved music, but recalls she didn’t have much access to music studies while in school – a gap that helps inform her role today. “I am not particularly musical, but I have always been very connected to music,” Fletcher explains. “It’s funny, […]

Front of House with Tyler Kack

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This month’s Front of House features Tyler Kack, Repertoire and Client Services Administrator. His day-to-day role focuses on assisting clients with their music registrations and managing catalogue submissions. Additionally, Tyler offers a glimpse into his journey into parenthood and discusses the challenges and learning curves he faced while renovating his home. If you could only […]

Writers on Track Featuring Simone Denny

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JUNO Award-winning Simone Denny, with Red Brick Songs, is this month’s Writers on Track feature. Known for her chart-topping performances with groups like Love Inc., BKS, Belters Only, and Widelife, her dynamic vocals have propelled numerous beloved songs across the globe. What’s your favourite part of the songwriting process? I love the initial part of […]

Government Increases Canada Music Fund by $32 Million

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Over the weekend, the Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage, revealed a $32 million increase in the Canadian government’s investment in the Canada Music Fund. We welcome this funding as a promising start and applaud the government’s commitment to the Canadian music industry. This financial contribution is set to empower creators across the country, […]

Front of House with Karin Visser

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This month’s Front of House features Karin Visser. After learning about CMRRA in a Music Law class, her interest led her to apply for and accept a position as a Royalty Administrator. Outside of work, she is also a singer-songwriter who enjoys performing despite battling performance anxiety. Additionally, she is the chair of CMRRA’s social […]

Writers on Track Featuring Skye Wallace

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Singer-songwriter Skye Wallace with High Priestess Publishing excels at crafting melodies and memorable rock moments, showcasing her talent in every setting. Her powerful vocals and bold lyrics distinguish her as a standout songwriter. Currently, she is finalizing a full album due this fall. You can check out her new single What Is Real now. What’s […]

Collective of music associations and organizations urge Canadian Liberal government to keep their promise to increase Canada Music Fund.

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The Canadian Musical Reproduction Rights Agency (CMRRA) joins other music associations and organizations from across the country, both in the English and French markets, to write an open letter to The Honourable Chrystia Freeland, P.C., M.P. and The Honourable Pascale St-Onge, P.C., M.P. This collective represents thousands of Canadian artists, songwriters, record labels, artist managers, […]