Industry

Covid-19 has impacted many facets of the music biz, but new releases and reissues continue apace. Notables this week include Gary Barlow, Miley Cyrus, Sting, Little Richard, The Smashing Pumpkins, Young Marble Giants, Jarvis Cocker, Billie Joe Armstrong, and Tim Burgess. The crop of Canadian artists is led by Meg Warren, Jenn Grant (pictured), Richard Whiteman, Cousin Harley, Al Qahwa Ensemble, Chairmen Of The Boards, and Melanie Peterson.

Chasing some dollars to fund your next recording or cross-country tour? Hoping to enter your songs into a lucrative competition? Seeking showcase opportunities at festivals and conferences? Check our calendar and get into the groove. Keep in mind that pandemic fears are likely to affect some of the events listed. Applications are now open for next June's Global Toronto world music conference (pictured).

Covid-19 has impacted many facets of the music biz, but new releases and reissues continue apace. Notables this week include Megan Thee Stallion, Nelly, Tim McGraw, Dirty Projectors, Pink Floyd, The War on Drugs, and Josh Groban. The strong crop of Canadian artists is led by Johnny Reid, Bill King (pictured), Samantha Martin and Delta Sugar, Dean Brody, Blinker The Star, Dave Young, Larnell Lewis, Badge Époque Ensemble, The Dill, and Savannah Ré.

Ariana Grande’s Positions remains at No.