News Archive
The Songwriters Association of Canada provides regular updates on the economic and cultural climate for music creators in Canada and abroad. Stay up to date with the S.A.C.’s work by checking the news archive below and following along on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. Please also visit our events page for opportunities to collaborate in person and online.
Spotify: Ep. 3. Happy Holidays.
For the third and final instalment of our playlist for 2018 we have combined member submissions and festive songs to get you in the mood for the holidays! We can’t…
Featured Member: Tara MacLean
Tara MacLean is a singer, songwriter, and award winning recording and touring artist. From break-out pop hits (“If I Fall”) to country-crossover (“Happy Baby”) her style is reflective of her…
Featured Member: Troy Kokol
I’m a SOCAN award winner, 2 time CCMA songwriter of the year nominee and I JUST completed my 2nd studio album, “Lonely Ghost”, chalk full of new songs (produced and…
Featured Member: Tyler Shaw
Platinum-selling singer-songwriter Tyler Shaw’s sophomore album presents an all new Tyler to the world. Now 24, and newly engaged, his first single “Cautious,” with its darker, sexier Timberlake-style vibe, will…
Featured Member: Luke McMaster
Formerly one half of Gold selling Canadian duo McMaster & James, Luke McMaster cut his teeth on some of the biggest acts of the day, including sharing the stage with…
Spotify: Ep. 2. Toronto.
Back at it with another Spotify playlist! For Episode 2 of our series we’re showcasing members that recently attended our Toronto Pro SongWorks Camp. We can’t wait for you to…
Featured Member: Matty Galaxy
Rhythm is the thread that has woven the path for DJ and Producer, Matthieu Bohemier a.k.a Matty Galaxy. What started as a fascination with rhythm as a child has grown…
Featured Member: Thrillah Kane
Dartmouth born emcee Thrillah is easily the most buzzed about artist in Halifax’s thriving hip-hop scene. One of Thrillah’s best qualities is his ability to think and rap sensually. His…
Spotify: Ep. 1. From Quebec with Love.
S.A.C is happy to announce the launch of their much-anticipated Spotify account. We will be creating new playlists regularly consisting of songs by our members. For Episode 1 of our…
Featured Member: Wolf Castle
21 year old Wolf Castle is a two-time ECMA Nominated Mi’kmaq Rapper, Singer, Producer and Songwriter from Pabineau First Nation in New Brunswick. Fresh out of University with a degree…
Featured Member: Aileen de la Cruz
Aileen de la Cruz is one of Canada’s most prolific songwriters. She has launched one of the most talked about careers as a writer, session vocalist, performer and vocal coach. A…
Featured Member: Luther Mallory (House of Goobata)
Who is Luther? According to… Luther! “Really, I’m a Band Guy. I have been since about 16 when my best friend Matt handed me his bass and briefly taught me…
Featured Member: Chala Speciale (House of Goobata)
Chala, in her own words: “I’m a Song Writer, Producer, Visual Artist and Singer in a brand new EDM/Pop duo called House of Goobata with my partner, Luther Mallory. Five…
Featured Member: Annabelle Chvostek
Annabelle Chvostek is a singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer. Americana, UK has described her as an artist “whose talent is so exceptional that [she is able] to explore and master any…
Featured Member: Victoria Banks
Victoria Banks has been nominated for 11 Canadian Country Music Association (CCMA) Awards and was named CCMA Female Artist of the Year and Songwriter of the Year in 2010. She…