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Jul 09, 2015
“New Music Fridays” Go Live as Albums and Singles Switch Over to Global Release Day
From Friday July 10th, new music releases will be made available for fans to enjoy on the same day across the world, as the switchover is made to “New Music Fridays”. Until now, tracks and albums have been released on different days of the week in different countries – from Mondays in markets such as […]
Jul 03, 2015
Everything Is PL4TINUM In Canada For Jason Derulo
Since 2010, American R&B vocalist Jason Derulo has been a staple on the Canadian charts earning Platinum certifications for his early hits like “In My Head”, “Whatcha Say” and “Ridin’ Solo”. During a visit to Toronto for the MMVA‘s, Derulo was reminded of his devoted Canadian following when presented with a custom multi-‘PL4TINUM’ plaque by Warner Music […]
Jul 02, 2015
Skrillex Partners With Bridges For Music To Donate Equipment To Canadian Youth Centres
Platinum-certified recording artist Skrillex has announced a partnership with non-profit organization Bridges For Music for for his Full Flex Express cross-Canada train tour, which kicks off July 8 at Ottawa’s Bluesfest. On each stop of the tour, Skrillex will donate two CDJ 2000s and one DJM 900 mixer to a local youth organisation and provide a short […]
Jun 30, 2015
Canada Day 2015: Free Family Concerts
Happy 148th Birthday, Canada! How will you be celebrating in your town? We’ve compiled a list of some of the top free family-friendly concerts happening across the country on July 1 so pack your sunscreen, find your best red & white getup and get ready to celebrate with some of the country’s finest talent! CALGARY, AB […]
Jun 29, 2015
Wiz Khalifa Receives 3X Platinum Plaque For Blockbuster Hit
Pittsburgh rapper Wiz Khalifa was in Toronto last week with Fall Out Boy for a performance at Toronto’s Molson Canadian Amphitheater on the Boys Of Zummer tour. Prior to taking the stage, Khalifa was presented with a custom plaque by Warner Music Canada commemorating the Triple Platinum certification of his latest single “See You Again” (ft. Charlie […]
Jun 24, 2015
PHOTOS: Jesse Cook Performs In The Courtyard
Canadian nuevo flamenco guitarist Jesse Cook performed a rare unplugged set during a visit to the Music Canada office Tuesday. Cook’s new album One World displays the JUNO-award winning and Platinum-certified artist further connecting styles and themes of music from across the globe centered around his unique style of guitar playing. One World also finds Cook experimenting with new […]
Jun 24, 2015
It’s Official! Copyright in Canada Extended to 70 Years for Sound Recordings
Music Canada is pleased to announce that the Budget, the Economic Action Plan 2015, has received royal assent and is now law. We applaud the Government of Canada for the inclusion of copyright term extension. With the passing of this bill, the term of copyright for sound recordings has been extended from 50 to 70 years. This brings […]
Jun 24, 2015
8 Days of Tariff 8: Canadians deserve a Copyright Board that make decisions fairly and in a timely fashion
As we wrap up our 8 Days of Tariff 8 campaign, we call for reform of the Copyright Board. We are asking the Government to make regulatory changes that determine which factors are taken into consideration on Board decisions, including market rates, international comparisons, or commercially negotiated agreements. Our Recommendations: We call on the Government […]
Jun 23, 2015
Sam Hunt Receives Gold Plaque For Debut Album
Country newcomer Sam Hunt was in Toronto last week for an opening slot on multi-Platinum superstars Lady Antebellum’s summer tour with Hunter Hayes at the Molson Canadian Ampitheatre. During his visit, Universal Music Canada presented Hunt with a custom Gold plaque commemorating the sales achievements of his debut album Montevallo and single “Leave The Night On”. His latest […]