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HEADLINES
Expose Yourself CHLY Radio Evolution Canadian Songwriters Win International Songwriting Competition Gogo Makes Returns to the Montreal Jazz Festival ENTER THE 2005 INTERNATIONAL SONGWRITING COMPETITION (ISC) The Quiet Evolution Calgary Country Music Week 2005 Missing Vehicle Mystery Solved New Website Launch 54*40 Announces Departure Of Long Time Guitarist Phil Comparelli Relief Benefit Raises $5040.00 CRTC hearings on Satellite Radio Jane Eamon to be on DIG YOUR ROOTS Auction House for Song Copyrights FACTOR's BACK! 2005 Arts On Tour Directory The Rolling Stones salutes Allison Crowe Listen To Songwriter's Circle

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Expose Yourself
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CHLY Radio Evolution
Thank You for supporting the CHLY Radio FUND DRIVE 2005!

With Donor Support We Raised $9,066

The money raised during drives like this one (with the support of our listeners and volunteers) is the very reason why CHLY is alive and well. Our radio station is evolving and we need your support now to continue providing the innovative, intelligent and inclusive music and spoken word programming heard daily on CHLY across the west coast of Canada and around the world.
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Canadian Songwriters Win International Songwriting Competition
The International Songwriting Competition (ISC) is pleased to announce its winners for its 2004 annual competition.

Canadian songwriters did extremely well in the 2004 competition. 26 songs by Canadian songwriters placed in the top 1% of the 2004 competition, giving Canada the second highest number of winning songs for any individual country, next to the United States.

ECMA winner and Juno-nominated songwriter Gordie Sampson won first place in the Performance category for his song "Paris." Co-written with Blair Daly and Troy Verges, "Paris" was recently recorded by country artist Faith Hill.

"She Means The World To Me" written and performed by Ray Materick, came in third place in the Performance category. A seasoned and accomplished artist, Ray has released 15 albums since 1972.

Cape Brenton native and double 2005 ECMA winner, J.P Cormier took third place honors in the Instrumental category for his song "Rollo Boys Reel."

For the second year in a row, Canadian songwriters have won First Place in the Blues category. "The Honey I Want" written by Suzie Vinnick (2004 Maple Blues Award nominee), David Leask and Liz Tansey won the 2004 Blues category.

Canadians also dominated the Teen category, securing two out of the three top spots. John Roman won Best Teen Lyrics for his song "City Lullaby," and fiddler Samantha Robichaud came in second for Best Teen Song for "Elmo's Reel". Already the recipient of over 200 awards, 17 yr. old Samantha Robichaud is classed as one of Canada's best.

"Submit" by Hibernate, which reached #23 on the Billboard Club Chart in 2004, won third place in the Dance/Electronica category.

Winning second place in the Rock category is Jeen O'Brien for her song "Sailing By Me". Jeen's much anticipated album entitled "Sixties," produced by Hawksley Workman, is slated for a Fall 2005 release.

Montreal hip-hop outfit, les Architekts is the winner of the Peoples' Voice, ISC's online voting contest that gives the public the opportunity to listen to and vote for their favorite ISC finalist. Their song "Fais P.T." received over 5,000 votes in a one-month period.

Canadian Winners Include:

First Place Winners
"The Honey I Want" Blues, Suzie Vinnick/David Leask/Liz Tansey (Toronto, ON) "I Am" Lyrics Only, Annette Thompson (Trenton, ON) "Paris" Performance, Gordie Sampson/Blair Daly/Troy Verges (Halifax, NS) "City Lullaby" Best Teen Lyrics, John Roman (Oakville, ON)

Second Place Winners
"Sailing By Me" Rock, Jeen O'Brien (Toronto, ON) "Elmo's Reel" Teen, Samantha Robichaud (Riverview, NB)

Third Place
"Submit" Dance/Electronica, Hibernate (Toronto, ON) "Rollo Boys Reel" Instrumental, J.P. Cormier (Halifax, NS) "She Means The World To Me" Performance, Ray Materick (Hamilton, ON)

Peoples' Voice Winner
"Fais P.T." R&B/Hip-Hop, Alain Banag/Raymond Rousseau (les Architekts), (Montreal, QC)

Honorable Mention
"It Would Break My Heart" AAA/Roots/Americana, Leslie Alexander/John Ellis (Vancouver, BC)
"Coffee Cup" AAA/Roots/Americana, Bobby Cameron (Ottawa, ON)
"Righteous Highway" Blues, Danny Brooks (Milton, ON)
"Blue Water" Blues, Al Lerman (Fathead), (Toronto, ON)
"Speechless" Country, Melanie Dekker (Vancouver, BC)
"Beerholder" Country, John Landry/Jason McCoy (Guelph, ON)
"Get Out!" Dance/Electronica, Steve Diguer (Toronto, ON)
"Any Precious Girl" Folk/Singer-Songwriter, Ben Sures (Edmonton, AB)
"Glory Hallelujah" Gospel/Christian, Danny Brooks (Milton, ON)
"Vivacious" Instrumental, Samantha Robichaud (Riverview, NB)
"The Garden" Lyrics Only, Lis Soderberg (Toronto, ON)
"Tell Me In The Rain" Performance, Vivian Clement (Mississauga, ON)
"Symphonic" Pop/Top 40, Emm Gryner/Walton Gagel (Montreal, QC)
"Nice To Get To Know You Finally" Pop/Top 40, Danny Dworkis/David Sigmund (Vancouver, BC)
"I Traveled" R&B/Hip-Hop, Jully Black/Lashaun Owens/Karriem Mack/Jermaine Newsome (Richmond Hill, ON)
"Look Around" R&B/Hip-Hop, Danian B. Lyttle (General), (Whitby, ON)
"Fais P.T." R&B/Hip-Hop, Alain Banag/Raymond Rousseau (les Architekts), (Montreal, QC)

For a complete list of winners, please go to
www.songwritingcompetition.com/winners.htm

Gogo Makes Returns to the Montreal Jazz Festival

Gogo Makes Return Visit to Montreal Jazz Festival to Perform With Bob Walsh

After headlining a stellar performance to 10,000 plus energetic fans on July 3rd at the infamous Festival International de Jazz de Montreal, David returns by popular demand to perform as a special guest with legendary Quebec performer, Bob Walsh. The 2005 Maple Blues Guitarist of The Year will perform with Walsh on Thursday, July 7th on the main stage (GM Stage) for both the 9 PM and 11 PM performances.

The two artists first performed together at a sold out show at the Spectrum last summer as part of the Festival International de Jazz de Montreal. The magical performance was recorded and released as the new Bob Walsh Cd, "A Canadian Blues Rendez-Vous" and sales have been brisk.

The return visit to Montreal kicks off a busy weekend of performances that will see the band head to Thunder Bay for a two night stand and then back to the Montreal area for a show at the Mont Tremblant Blues Festival before closing out the week at Ottawa Bluesfest on July 12th where they performe with the one and only ZZ Top! For full details, check out www.davidgogo.org

ENTER THE 2005 INTERNATIONAL SONGWRITING COMPETITION (ISC)
Now in its fourth year, ISC is an annual songwriting competition that provides songwriters and musicians the opportunity to gain exposure in the international arena. ISC offers its entrants the unprecedented opportunity to have their music heard by some of the most prominent members of the music industry. ISC's judging panel includes high-profile industry professionals and celebrities encompassing a diverse spectrum of musical genres.

2005 Competition Update:
ISC's is now accepting online entries! Powered by Sonicbids, ISC's online submission process is easy and convenient, and saves you time and money on postage. All online entrants will receive a complimentary Sonicbids 6-month membership. Enter Online Now

Please note that you may also send in your entries by mail if preferred. Visit songwritingcompetition.com/entry.htm for an entry form.

Enter Early And Save!
Remember, enter ISC by July 15, 2005 and save on multiple-song entries.

2005 ISC Judges include:
Darryl McDaniels (Run D.M.C.); LeAnn Rimes; Macy Gray; Tara Griggs-Magee (Executive VP Gospel/Urban Music, Sony Records); Michael McDonald (President, ATO Records); Chris Parr (VP of Music Programming & Talent Relations, CMT); Barbara Sedun (VP Creative, EMI Music Publishing Canada); and many more to be announced.

In addition to a total prize package of $100,000 in cash and merchandise, ISC winners also benefit from a multi-lateral promotion campaign designed to heighten awareness and increase exposure for their songwriting, and most importantly, to help them further their careers.

Deadline for submission is September 15, 2005. Please visit www.songwritingcompetition.com for more information.

The Quiet Evolution
Currently there is a quite evolution going on at radio. Things have changed and it is this writer’s opinion that they will never go back to the way it used to be.

In days gone by, independent releases and major label releases have basically been provided in the same medium. (I.E. the78, the 45, the 12” vinyl record, and now compact disk). When changes in the medium happened, they were relatively easy to identify because they were retail driven. When the Compact Disc came to be, we all switched to that medium, radio, and the consumer alike. The Indies sent a CD to radio so to did the majors … and the public bought a CD. Everyone was on the same page.

Not so anymore. Now the major record companies send their new releases to radio via “Digital Media Distribution System”. (I.E. thru the Internet as a digital file). Headed by Musicrypt, a Canadian Company, this system of music delivery is safe, simple, and instantaneous. (All of Canada radio will receive the latest ”Shania” single at the same time.)

For radio, it means no wrestling with envelopes, and poly wrap, no searching thru piles and piles of CD’s stacked up on a desk. They now receive an email to let them know that the new “Shania” single has arrived, or the latest “Alicia Keys” is on line and ready to be downloaded. The music director just needs to “click and listen”! It’s the “quiet evolution” and it’s happened very quickly and, because this change of format is not retail driven, it’s happened very, very quietly.

Over the past few months these are just some of the artists that have been sent out by “Musicrypt” in a digital format: Shania Twain,U2, Elton John, Fefe Dobson, Bryan Adams, Nelly Furtado, Gordon Lightfoot, Sum 41, Sara Mclauchlan, Motorhead, Ryan Malcom, Alicia Keys& Usher,Keshia Chante, Alan Jackson, Lonestar, Kenny Chesney, Avril Lavigne, Tracy Bird, Martina Mcbride, Brooks& Dunn, Wycliff Jean, Billy Talent and on, and on, and on…….

Most music directors I have spoken to, prefer receiving their new releases on line.

They unanimously agree it would make their life a lot easier if all the music they got was sent thru this system. So, where dose that leave the independent artists? Actually … it puts them in pretty good shape.

When you consider the CD manufacturing, design, and packaging costs, the postage charges, the envelope and press release fees; sending a CD to radio can cost the independent artist as much as $5.75. (That’s assuming you have access to an up to date mailing list!) DMDS can do the same for $2.95* per station… and it’s there in an instant!

Along with the wav. file, radio receives a scan of the artist, and or the group, bio information, record label copy, touring details, a link to the artists web site, and contact information. (There is no way an artist can send all this on his own for $2.95*.) Gone is the single CD, gone is the postage stamp, gone is the envelope, the mailing list and the week or so it takes to get to the station. When you think about it, sending music to radio has never been easier.

During the next few months radio and the independent artist will both be in a state of “transition”. Radio will be receiving more and more digital files and the Indies should be sending less and less CD’s. As far as servicing music to radio is concerned, we need to get the Indies on the same playing field … (a level playing field that is) as the major labels. To do this, we need to educate the Indie artist. We need to give them the facts and hard costs, and we need to this immediately.

It’s extremely difficult surviving as an Indie artist and they need every advantage they can get. This may be the “quiet evolution” …but we need to get the word out loud and clear.

For further information about this please call (800) 557-3723, or write, joe@rdrmusic.com

Joe Wood

CALGARY COUNTRY MUSIC WEEK 2005
Calgary September 9 - 12

The CCMA invites you to join the crowds at one of the biggest music events of Canada’s year. September 9 – 12 in Calgary cap off an incredible year commemorating Alberta’s 100th Birthday. This year’s Country Music Week will also include two new venues and events for delegates – one at Heritage Park, the other at the Calgary Zoo. NOTE: You can save money. Register before May 31, 2005 and receive significant cost savings for Delegate Registration – $155.00 per registration! Online forms at www.ccma.org.

Whether you perform, or not – this year’s conference is already promising to be one of the largest with new events and more performances to enjoy than ever. More a complete listing of events and Delegate Registration information, visit www.ccma.org.

"Missing Vehicle Mystery Solved" A Sad News Release:
If you haven't already heard, in mid-January the car belonging to the late Barry Newman was finally located by the RCMP with the help of a local diver. The vehicle had been missing for 5 months, going back to September of 2004, when Barry disappeared after threats of suicide to the local Crisis Line. Later at the beginning of October, Barry's body was located in the water by a boater on the mideast side of Saanich Inlet.

In January of 2005 the RCMP discovered Barry's car, after acting on a report of gas or oil rising to the surface of the water at the end of Cowichan Bay Government Dock. They subsequently recovered the vehicle from a depth of 30 feet. The VIN# proved the car's owner to be the late musician/publisher.

The vehicle had apparently been driven at high speed off the end of the dock, causing substantial damage to the front suspension. When the battered car was brought out of the sea, the apparent damage caused by its impact with the water revealed the mystery of how Barry met his untimely end.

Evidently upon impact, the windshield had been pushed out onto the hood of the car. Glass on Barry's clothing & an injury to his body are consistant with the damage to the windshield. Currents & tides must have carried Barry's body several miles before it was found & recovered. This brings to a close the sad story of our dear talented friend.

Barry Newman's creative legacy lives on with Cosmic Debris back issues, the website www.cvnet.net/cosmic that he created & also through his recorded music. A special memorial website can be viewed at http://barrynewman.homestead/index.html

Peace to you brother Barry!

A commemorative Cosmic Debris tee shirt with Barry’s picture is being designed & an annual Barry Newman Memorial Jam is also in the works. Donations to Barry's tribute fund "Friends of Barry" can be made at the Mill Bay Island Credit Union account # 1678887. Thank you all!

New Website Launch

Check out this new website for musician and music teachers: myguitarteacher.dyndns.org/barebonz

54*40 ANNOUNCES DEPARTURE OF LONG TIME GUITARIST PHIL COMPARELLI
Members of Canadian rock band 54*40 announce the departure of long-time guitarist and friend Phil Comparelli due to personal reasons.

Comparelli joined 54*40 in 1982 contributed to the band's reputation as one of Canada's best (and longest running) live bands. He is praised by former band mates Neil Osborne, Brad Merritt and Matt Johnson for his contributions to 54*40 and the Canadian rock music scene. The guitarist's powerful playing style helped to define the band's sound and could be heard in his performances on 54*40's five platinum and gold albums, award winning videos and hit songs including I Go Blind, Ocean Pearl, Baby Ran, One Gun, SheLa, Since When, Casual Viewin' and One Day In Your Life, as well as the band's 22 videos.

54*40 has enlisted Dave Genn, formerly of the Matthew Good Band, to take Comparelli's place in live performances.

The members of 54-40 and their management thank Phil Comparelli for his friendship, his hard work and a shared commitment to making great music.

THE CITY-WIDE TSUNAMI RELIEF BENEFIT SERIES RAISES $5040.00 FOR THE CANADIAN RED CROSS!
HUSH – STEAMER’S – SUGAR – LOGAN’S – CENTRAL – LEGENDS – UPSTAIRS – LUCKY – DIEGO’S – DARCY’S

The City-Wide Tsunami Relief Benefit Series is now complete! Encompassing ten live music venues across the city of Victoria, and featuring over 35 individual musical acts, the series which took place from February 3rd to February 13th of 2005 raised $5040.00 for The Canadian Red Cross to support their efforts to provide immediate aid and long-term assistance to communities affected by this disaster! Overall attendance for the series is estimated at approximately 900 - 1000 people.

Series organizers Liam Lux, Dimitri Demers, and Scott Laming consider the series to be a success in many ways.....

“It has been an amazing example of cooperation and effort by a large group of people ranging from musicians to venue owners, and as far as we know, nobody else has done this. There have been hundreds, probably thousands of events around the world to raise money for those affected by the Tsunami just over a month ago, but to the best of our knowledge Victoria is the only place that has pulled together a coordinated city-wide series of events.”
A note on proceeds:

The proceeds from this series have been donated directly to the Red Cross of Canada. Every performer volunteered their time and talent. The organizers did not apply any administrative fees, and promotional costs were covered through sponsorship by Atomique Productions, Bosevus Productions, Metropol, Live Victoria, Monday Magazine, Nexus, The Zone 91.3fm, CFUV 101.9fm, and Canada Instant Print. Almost all technical production costs were covered by the hosting venues respectively.

The Red cross will use the funds provided for both immediate aid and long-term assistance in the relief, rehabilitation, and recovery phases of the disaster and will continue to work in the affected communities for years to come. After the initial relief phase, the Red Cross will shift the emphasis from direct aid to identification and support of community resources to rebuild for the longer term, including counseling, education, medical services and community health.

Thanks To All The performers That Were A Part Of The Series :

Ali-B, DJ Anger, Adam K (Jets Overhead), The BettiLu Bombshell Burlesque, The Bloodwarmers, Delux, The Enchanted Faeries, Get Some, Greenlaw Avenue, Ishkan & Jeff Spec, Justin Hewitt, Keg Killers, Kia Kadiri, King Bong, LAL, Lola Parks, Mama Miche, Matt Johnson (54-40) DJ Mischiff, Murge, One Ave., The Rod Iron Haulers, Smoked Out Brainzzz, The Sorceress, The Stirfry Collective, DJ Surgery, The Switchblade Valentines, $Tim$ (Moneyshot), Tom Hooper (Grapes of Wrath), Velvet, DJ Verse, Wax Daddy Lux, Wil, Zappnin’ Black, Zes Nomis Zolt Sandor (Ex Bombasts)

Thanks To All The Venues That Were A Part Of The Series :

Sugar, Legends, Lucky Bar, Steamers, Hush, Upstairs Caberet, Logan’s, Diego’s, Darcy’s, The Central Bar And Grill

Thanks To All The Sponsors That Were A Part Of The Series:

Canada Instant Print, Metropol, Monday Magazine, Live Victoria, Nexus, The Zone FM, CFUV FM 102,

And Especially Thanks To Everyone Who Came Out To A Show In The Series And Donated Money Towards The Canadian Red Cross!!!

For more info or if you have any questions please contact

Liam Lux: 382 5825
Dimitri Demers: 920 9104
Scott Laming: 479 2226

CRTC hearings on Satellite Radio
In November, Indie Pool spoke on behalf of Canada's unsigned artists at the CRTC hearings on Satellite Radio in Ottawa. Before we intervened, the argument against XM and Sirius receiving licenses to broadcast in Canada was that they wouldn't be subjected to the same Canadian Content (CANCON) rules that force Canadian radio stations to play Canadian music. We had a large petition in hand and gave the commission some unexpected input.

In a nutshell, I told them that Canada's indie artists have little to no hope of receiving any terrestrial (AM/FM) radio play, regardless of how talented they are. I said that as far as 95% of Canadian artists are concerned, CANCON is broken. CANCON's current rules do not require radio stations to play developing artists and as a result, CANCON is only helping our international stars (Shania, Celine and the like) get twice the radio play they would usually receive in Canada. Instead of Avril getting 5 spins a day on a station, she gets 10. Sadly, that's what CANCON accomplishes today.

Let me tell you, there were a lot surprised looks on a lot of faces. "Are you saying that 95% of Canadian musicians don't care about CANCON?" was the general reaction. I told them that until CANCON rules encourage or force radio stations to play developing artists, Canadian independent artists will have no vested interest in protecting CANCON. In our view, CANCON should do more than pad the profits of multi-millionaires and US based record companies.

That's why we support the applications for Satellite Radio service without any fear that CANCON will be hurt. We are seeking new avenues for independent artists to receive airplay and since Satellite Radio in the US plays a significantly higher proportion of independent music than regular radio does, we can only go up from here. We provided them with a list of hundreds of Canadian independent artists that currently receive airplay on Satellite Radio in the US, but still don't receive any radio play right here in Canada. It appeared as though the CRTC had never considered this viewpoint.

The CRTC is now deliberating the issue and is expected to announce its decision in April. The case is closed and nothing more can be done at this time. Most observers say it's a tough one to call, with about a 50-50 chance that satellite radio becomes licensed. If they do get licensed, expect them to legally broadcast in Canada in the fall. If they do not get licensed, expect to see the grey market satellite service in Canada continue to explode.

You should know that I am completely dedicated to pressing your case with the CRTC regardless of how their Satellite decision comes down. Over 20,000 Canadian independent recording artists are demanding change to a system that is clearly broken. We will be proposing modifications to CANCON rules that will encourage radio stations to play developing Canadian artists.

I will keep you up to date as things progress.

Cheers,

Gregg Terrence
President
Indie Pool Inc.

Jane Eamon to be on the DIG YOUR ROOTS Compilation CD
Jane entered "Ruckus in the Henhouse" into the Dig Your Roots compilation project in October and was picked as one of 15 bands across Canada. The song will appear on a compilation CD, and Jane and Gord get to travel to Nelson to appear at Charlotte's performance space on March 18. The show will be broadcast all across Canada on campus and community radio!

And if that ain't enough, Jane and Gord have been chosen to be the featured artist on Whole Wheat Radio Feb 12. All day long, Jane's songs will be featured as well as tidbits about her from the website. You can listen by clicking on the low-speed (dialup) line at: http://64.62.252.134:2670/listen.pls or on the high-speed (DSL, cable) line at: http://64.62.252.134:2680/listen.pls. If you have any trouble you can click here : http://www.wholewheatradio.org. Whole Wheat Radio is a totally cool internet radio streaming from Talkeetna, Alaska. They specialize in independant recordings and play 24 hours a day. So if you're around your computer on Sat Feb.12, check it out!!
You can listen to both CD's by clicking the CD Baby logo on her home page. Check it out: www.janeandgord.com

Jane Eamon is a contributing writer for Cosmic Debris Musicians Magazine. You can check out her articles on songwriting here: Midnight Muse.

Congratulations!!!!

MAPLE BLUES AWARD
WINNER
DAVID GOGO "Guitarist of The Year" Ottawa, ON - Blues guitarist David Gogo has just been confirmed to appear with his band on CTV's "Canada AM" this Friday, January 14th at 8:50 Am to perform his hit single "Love In The City."

The Nanaimo, BC resident is in Toronto this weekend to attend the Maple Blues Awards at the Phoenix Concert Theatre on Monday, January 17th, where he is nominated for two awards, including "Entertainer of The Year" and "Guitarist of The Year", the latter of which he won in 2002.

"Love In The City", the first single from Gogo's acclaimed new Cd Vibe (Cordova Bay/Maple Music/Universal), is a track he co-wrote and that features Tom Wilson from Blackie & The Rodeo Kings and Junkhouse fame. The hit single cracked the Top 35 (BDS) at rock radio stations across the country and went to # 1 on CHWF (The Wolf) in his hometown, an impressive feat these days for a blues artist on an indie label. David Gogo is the first blues/rock guitar oriented artist to experience national success on the commercial radio charts since Jeff Healey, who makes a guest appearance on Vibe, and more recently, Colin James.

Gogo spent the better part of October and November 2004 on the road performing a nationwide theatre tour with the legendary Downchild Blues Band. He also headlined a string of his own dates throughout Ontario and Quebec while performing two sold out shows in support of Little Feat. Not one to sit idle, Gogo is preparing for another yet to be announced trek across the country as well as a trip to Austin, TX in March to attend the SXSW music conference, where he hopes to catch the attention of the American music industry. Europe is also in his sights for 2005 as the buzz at home has created interest overseas in seeing him return to perform on the European summer festival circuit.

2004 was not only a busy year for Gogo in preparation for the release of his own album but somehow between touring and the recording studio, he found time to make a guest appearance on Downchild's new Cd Come On In as well as popular Quebec singer Bob Walsh's latest release A Canadian Blues Rendez-Vous, recorded live at the 25th Anniversary of the Festival International de Jazz de Montreal.

David Gogo is currently hard at work re-mixing his second single "Cry Harder", a tune he wrote with Craig Northey (The Odds/Colin James). The song is set for a much anticipate release to rock radio in early February.
For Further Information on David Gogo See www.davidgogo.com

MP3.com Cofounder Creates Auction House for Song Copyrights
January 14th, 2005

MP3.com Cofounder Creates Auction House for Song Copyrights

RED DEER, Canada, January 14th 2005; Rod Underhill, former founding music director of MP3.com and current professor of music law at Thomas Jefferson School of Law, San Diego, California, has announced that he has created the world’s first auction house dedicated to the sale of music related copyrights. “I accepted the challenge of a Canadian music company to create an online resource, AuctionSongs.com, where independent musicians can sell their songs and licenses to the highest bidder. This opens a new method of income for talented musicians who can offer both the sound recording or composition copyrights of their songs. Auctionsongs.com will work in conjunction with our companion site, Auctionmovies.com, where filmmakers can sell their unsold movies to the highest bidders, and songwriter and musicians can network with independent filmmakers.” Auctionsongs.com is under the leadership CEO Chad Gillies, a longstanding Internet music professional who has previously worked to further the careers of Canadian musicians.

For Further Information please contact:
Chad Gillies
Tel: 403-348-1062
www.auctionsongs.com
Email: Chad@canadianmusicdirect.com

FACTOR's BACK!
OTTAWA, December 15, 2004 -- Minister of Canadian Heritage and Minister responsible for Status of Women Liza Frulla today announced a new investment of up to $192 million1 in arts and culture for 2005-2006. As a result, Minister Frulla is able to reassure the arts and culture community with a one-year extension of the Government of Canada's investment in arts and culture, known as Tomorrow Starts Today.

As a rule, a commitment such as this one would be made in the context of a federal budget. However, the Government of Canada has taken this exceptional step in order to allow recipients of this investment to continue their work without interruption. The Government of Canada will consider the longer term future of this investment in the context of the next budget.

This funding will continue to be strategically invested through support programs for the arts, publishing, sound recording, the export of cultural products, and for increasing the presence of Canadian culture on the Internet. As part of this investment, the Canada Council for the Arts will receive $25 million in order to maintain its increased level of financial assistance for artists and arts organizations.

"One of my priorities upon my appointment as Minister of Canadian Heritage was to secure this investment in arts and culture by the Government of Canada. Today, I am thrilled to make this announcement in advance of the tabling of the next federal budget," said Minister Frulla. "This investment has helped make our communities vibrant and interesting places to live, where arts and culture play a central role. It has also fostered a rewarding partnership involving our government, creators and cultural industries, and has given Canadians the opportunity to discover a wider variety of works that have sprung from the imaginations of our artists."

"During the most recent meeting of Federal-Provincial-Territorial Ministers responsible for Culture and Heritage, a resolution was unanimously adopted recognizing the positive impact of the federal government's investment in the arts and culture sector over the past four years. Today, I am pleased to be able to respond favourably to the wish expressed by my provincial and territorial counterparts", added Minister Frulla.

A list of recipients who benefit from the programs supported by this Government of Canada investment in arts and culture, as well as information on the scope of these programs at the national and international levels, are available on the Internet at: www.canadianheritage.gc.ca

2005 ARTS ON TOUR DIRECTORY
Registration for the 2005 Arts On Tour Directory is now available. Current BCTC artist and agent members - please register online for your two free listings.

For others who may not have been a member of BCTC in the past or have let your membership lapse, we invite you to take advantage of this great benefit. With your membership to the BC Touring Council you will be eligible for two free listings in the Arts On Tour Directory. In addition to the website, a print version of the directory will be distributed in the Spring of 2005. The print directory acts as a concise reference listing and when used in tandem with the Arts On Tour Website, becomes a valuable research and booking tool for presenters.

Don't delay to be listed in this valuable directory. Full details and online application can be found at: www.artsontour.com/apply.html

The Rolling Stones salutes Allison Crowe
The Rolling Stones Fan Club Office has saluted Allison Crowe's recording
of "Shine a Light" on its web home-page ( http://www.stonesplanet.com )
The song, which originally appeared on the Stones' 1972 masterwork,
"Exile on Main Street", can now be heard on Crowe's 2004 Tidings CD - an
album labeled "great" and "remarkable" by the long-time Stones fans. The
RSFCO, established in 1964, and run by fans for fans, lists news about
the Stones first contract being up for auction, The Stones and Beatles
induction into the UK Music Hall of Fame, Marianne Faithfull on tour,
and other current items of interest to Stones Planet inhabitants.

Of Crowe's new release, the European-based RSFCO says:

"A new album by Canadian Allison Crowe (22 years) reached the record
market in time for the Christmas sales. This star is an absolute
outstanding singer, and her 'Shine A Light' by Jagger/Richards is the
whole album worth, but there are lot more, look here
(http://www.stonesplanet.com/allisoncrowe.htm).

Here's a link to the track, recorded by Allison Crowe and her trio
live-off-the-floor in a single
take ~ and captured for posterity by Producer/Engineer Larry Anschell
(Pearl Jam, Sarah McLachlan, k-os, Bif Naked):
http://www.allisoncrowe.com/ShineaLight.mp3

Thanks for listening!

Adrian du Plessis
Allison Crowe Music Management
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