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McLachlan, Cochrane reflect on creative struggle at Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame

McLachlan, Cochrane reflect on creative struggle at Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame

TORONTO — As Sarah McLachlan, Tom Cochrane and members of Blue Rodeo were ushered into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame on Saturday, each took a moment to recognize that writing great music usually comes with incredible struggle.
Bob Geldof hopes Live Aid musical inspires younger generation to take action

Bob Geldof hopes Live Aid musical inspires younger generation to take action

TORONTO — Bob Geldof doesn't think Live Aid — or a global benefit concert of its size — could have the same impact today that it once did, but he hopes a new musical attached to his name might inspire younger people to take his lead in making a diffe
Complainant breaks down as cross-examination resumes in Hoggard sexual assault trial

Complainant breaks down as cross-examination resumes in Hoggard sexual assault trial

The emotional cross-examination of the woman accusing Jacob Hoggard of sexual assault concluded at his trial Friday, as the Canadian musician's defence lawyer questioned the quality of the complainant's memory, highlighted a lack of documentation to
Artists rally behind Montreal concert hall after court orders it to stop making noise

Artists rally behind Montreal concert hall after court orders it to stop making noise

MONTREAL — Benoit Pinette, known by his stage name Tire le coyote, was set to perform his upcoming album at Montreal's La Tulipe concert hall next year.
Canadian musician K'naan charged with 2010 sexual assault in Quebec City

Canadian musician K'naan charged with 2010 sexual assault in Quebec City

QUÉBEC — Canadian rapper K'naan, known for the global hit "Wavin' Flag," has been charged for an alleged sexual assault in Quebec City dating back more than 14 years.
Cross-examination of complainant continues in Jacob Hoggard sexual assault trial

Cross-examination of complainant continues in Jacob Hoggard sexual assault trial

A defence lawyer for Jacob Hoggard accused the complainant at his sexual assault trial of trying to disguise that she was hoping to have sex with the musician, a suggestion the woman repeatedly pushed back against during emotional testimony on Thursd
Live Nation announces new Rogers Stadium with capacity of 50,000 in Toronto

Live Nation announces new Rogers Stadium with capacity of 50,000 in Toronto

TORONTO — Live Nation plans to build an open-air music venue with a capacity of 50,000 near Toronto's Downsview Park.
Sound decision: Montreal to protect music venues from noise complaints

Sound decision: Montreal to protect music venues from noise complaints

MONTREAL — Montreal's administration announced on Wednesday it is going to immediately modify a borough's noise bylaw to protect entertainment venues and bars from noise complaints, after a court this week ordered a historic music hall in the city's
Alex Wolff channelled his love of Leonard Cohen's work into 'So Long, Marianne' role

Alex Wolff channelled his love of Leonard Cohen's work into 'So Long, Marianne' role

MONTREAL — For Alex Wolff, portraying legendary Canadian singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen required a deep dive into the poet's early works and learning new guitar skills. The 26-year-old U.S.
Drake sweeps rap categories at SOCAN Awards; Arkells celebrate impact of songwriting

Drake sweeps rap categories at SOCAN Awards; Arkells celebrate impact of songwriting

TORONTO — Drake wasn't around to accept a handful of trophies at the SOCAN Awards on Tuesday, but the rapper's presence still loomed large at the celebration of Canadian songwriters.
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