PaulHere’s something that happens semi-frequently – my band is writing a song and it’s feeling good, catchy, but also somehow familiar. And then we realize […]
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A COVID-19 Relief Bill Creates a New Court for U.S. Copyright Disputes
*UPDATE: On December 27, 2020, the CASE Act was signed into law, and a new U.S. small claims copyright court was born. You probably heard […]
Public Domain Day 2021 – More Music is Soon Free of Copyright in the USA… What about Canada?
Copyright terms (e.g. years of protection) for music differ in Canada and the United States. That’s an issue that’s being partially addressed in the Canada-United […]
City of Toronto Music Office 2020 Wrap Up
I’m hoping that this blog can eventually help share the activities of the Toronto Music Advisory Committee (TMAC) and also the related work of the […]
Massey Hall is Re-opening with 3 New Music Venues
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to the closure of at least a dozen music venues in Toronto. That’s a devastating loss that the live music […]
Bob Dylan Sold His Copyright… What Does That Mean?
Bob Dylan has apparently sold the copyright in his entire catalogue to Universal Music for an estimated $300m USD. But what does that mean, exactly?
City of Toronto Opportunities for Musicians
Toronto musicians hurting due to COVID-19 should take a look at some of the City’s available paid opportunities. Every bit helps. City Hall Live is […]
Re-record Restrictions and Live Streaming Shows
During the COVID-19 pandemic, many musicians have turned to live streaming shows. But if you are signed to a label, it’s important to pay attention […]
Triller Faces the Music
When YouTube first launched, the ability to easily share video content led to both rampant creation and infringement of copyright. With respect to the latter, […]
Concerts and Force Majeure Clauses: Are People Getting it Majeurely Wrong?
Covid cancelled a LOT of shows. And it also caused us to change the way we write contracts for future shows, since we can’t know […]