What Was Said

Toronto musician, bandleader, and real estate broker Duncan Fremlin articulates the frustration faced by many creative souls who are being financially pushed against the wall at a time when the major labels are earning record ROIs, global concert promoters are selling more tickets at higher prices than ever before, and music streaming services are generating billions of dollars annually.

If you assume that every time Mark Zuckerberg opens his mouth a lie is born, you won't be far from reality.

"...Women.  Your Time is NOW.  I know, I know.  Many of you have not been trained to Step Out and Step Away.  Men CAN get away with Being Arrogant. Women CAN'T get away with Being Bitchy.  No one said that this was going to be easy.  But for God's Sake Ladies.....SAVE US!"

Now writing under the name Nils Johansen, the retired radio announcer has fought many a battle and famously battled with inner demons. In a Facebook posting recently he reflects on a kinder, gentler time in radio and wonders if there is enough room and enough pay for a new cast of young broadcasters in a world where headcounts are shrinking as fast as the polar ice caps.

CPCC Chair Lyette Bouchard recently addressed a copyright and artist remuneration committee hearing in Ottawa, and she had some impressive facts that suggest it is time Canada amended its laws.