2022 Polaris Music Prize nominees revealed: Orville Peck, Chiiild, PUP & more

Here is the list of 2022’s nominees for Canada’s prestigious Polaris Music Prize including music by Chiiild, PUP, Orville Peck, and more. from Celebrity Access Canada’s prestigious Polaris Music Prize,. Continue reading

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Polaris Music Prize 2021 short list announced

The organizers for Canada’s much-coveted Polaris Music Prize have finally revealed the ten albums chosen for the award’s short list, with an ultimate winner to be announced in the coming. Continue reading

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Artist’s guide to getting a song on the radio in Canada

Marketing in the US is important, but don’t forget about our beloved neighbors to the north! Here we look at a few tips on how to get your music on. Continue reading

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Grimes leads nominees for Canada’s Independent Music Awards

Canadian Music Week revealed it’s nominations for the 20th edition of Independent Music Awards, with international popstar Grimes heading up the pack, along with other notable noms including Half Moon. Continue reading

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The Weeknd leads 2021 Juno nominations – the full list

The Weeknd leads nominees for the 50th Annual Juno Awards with 6 nominations, including Single of the Year, Album of the Year, and Artist of the Year. Justin Bieber, Jessie. Continue reading

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Songwriters, Publishers Call For Ratification Canada-US-Mexico Deal To Close Major Canadian Copyright Loophole

A loophole in Canada’s copyright act means that songs in that country lose copyright protection a full twenty years earlier than the rest of the world.

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SoundExchange says UK, France, Japan, Canada, AU, NL Underpay US Artists $170M Annually

SoundExchange toady filed comments asking the U.S. Trade Representative to take action against six countries that discriminate against American music creators. The six countries – UK, France, Australia, Japan, the. Continue reading

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Polaris Music Prize Founder Steve Jordan Is Stepping Down

 Steve Jordan, the founder and executive director of Canada’s prestigious Polaris Music Prize, has announced that he will be stepping down. Following his exit, Jordan will continue to serve in. Continue reading

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Canadian Music Publishers Association Unveils Rebrand, Programming

The Canadian Music Publishers Association has today (Oct. 29) announced that it has rebranded to Music Publishers Canada. According to the organization, the rebrand includes a refreshed logo, social media. Continue reading

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Haviah Mighty Wins Polaris Music Prize 2019

Haviah Mighty has won the Polaris Music Prize 2019 for her album "13th Floor."  The Prize, which was presented in Toronto by CBC Music, goes to the best Canadian album. Continue reading

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