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SPOTLIGHT: From drummer to publisher, Kim Temple’s unconventional path to success

Oct 3, 2023 by CMRRA Communications Coordinator

By Isabelle Speerin Not many people can effortlessly balance three jobs in the music industry and remain sane at the end of each week, but music industry veteran, Kim Temple, is one who can. Regardless of which hat she’s wearing publisher, sync queen, or mentor – Kim’s passion for the industry stems from a single […]

Front of House with Ashley Hackett

Oct 3, 2023 by CMRRA Communications Coordinator

This month’s Front of House is Ashley Hackett, Online Licensing Administrator at CMRRA. When she’s not busy updating musical works or providing support for royalty processing, you can spot her at Toronto Blue Jays games, indulging in baking, or unleashing her creativity through crafting using her Cricut machine. More recently, she had the fortunate opportunity to […]

Writers on Track Featuring Joel Stouffer

Oct 3, 2023 by CMRRA Communications Coordinator

Joel Stouffer is a Platinum-selling producer/songwriter signed to Sony Music Publishing Canada and a part of the JUNO award-winning group Dragonette. He recently co-wrote and co-produced the #1 US Dance single “Whitney” by Rêve and received a Gold record for his work on “Princesses Don’t Cry” by CARYS. What’s your favorite part of the songwriting […]

SPOTLIGHT: Canadian country star Dean Brody’s career is fueled by the power of great songwriting – and maintaining control over his own catalogue

Sep 6, 2023 by CMRRA Communications Coordinator

By Tabassum Siddiqui Over his 15-year career, Canadian country singer-songwriter Dean Brody has been racking up number-one hits with tracks like “Bring Down the House” and “Where’d You Learn How to Do That?”, but he never dreamed of becoming a country star back when he was a little boy growing up in small-town British Columbia […]

Writers on Track Featuring Kelly Archer

Sep 6, 2023 by CMRRA Communications Coordinator

This month we feature Anthem Entertainment writer Kelly Archer. Her songs have been recorded by Reba, Brett Young, Tricia Yearwood, Eli Young Band, Dustin Lunch, Jo Dee Messina, Montgomery Gentry, Justin Moore, Cassadee Pope, Chris Lane, and many more. In 2017 Kelly celebrated her first No.1 song with Brett Young’s “Sleep Without You.” Her second followed […]

Front of House with Tayler Dobney

Sep 6, 2023 by CMRRA Communications Coordinator

This month’s Front of House is Tayler Dobney, Online Licensing and Claims Administrator at CMRRA. After graduating from Fanshawe College’s Music Industry Arts program, Tayler began her career at CMRRA. She takes pride in knowing that her work contributes to ensuring that royalties reach the rightful publishers and songwriters. Congratulations on 8 years at CMRRA. You have […]

SPOTLIGHT: Three decades after starting Honey Jam, PhemPhat Entertainment founder Ebonnie Rowe remains a steadfast champion of women in music

Aug 8, 2023 by CMRRA Communications Coordinator

By Tabassum Siddiqui While Honey Jam is now well-known in the Canadian music industry for their famous alums such as Nelly Furtado, Melanie Fiona, Jully Black, Haviah Mighty and many more, it’s sometimes hard for founder Ebonnie Rowe to believe the annual showcase of all-female talent has been running for nearly 30 years. Even though […]

Front of House with Stephanie Chestnut

Aug 8, 2023 by CMRRA Communications Coordinator

This month’s Front of House is Stephanie Chestnut, our Client Services Administrator, celebrating 5 years at CMRRA. Her day-to-day responsibilities involve various tasks such as processing affiliations, communicating with clients, handling double claims, and more. Congratulations on reaching the five-year milestone at CMRRA! What accomplishments are you most proud of during your five years here? […]

Writers on Track Featuring Liz Rodrigues

Aug 8, 2023 by CMRRA Communications Coordinator

This month we feature Sony Music Publishing writer Liz Rodrigues. Her impressive songwriting skills have earned her recognition as a chart-topping, Grammy award-winning songwriter who has penned numerous songs for Celine Dion, Eminem, P!nk, Pitbull, Nicole Scherzinger, and more. More recently, Liz has been working with artists Nicolina Bozzo, RED, New Friends and Priyanka. What’s your favorite part of the songwriting process? […]

SPOTLIGHT: FACTOR’s New Leader: Meg Symsyk’s Mission to Revolutionize Music Funding

Jul 11, 2023 by CMRRA Communications Coordinator

By Isabelle Speerin Originally from St. Catharines, Meg Symsyk has helped shape the success of countless local and global artists in her 25-year career as a Canadian music industry trailblazer. She spent her formative years listening to Canadian band Rush and rock station 97.7 HTZ FM, broadcast from a historic building known to locals as […]

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