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Chad Kroeger, Call Me Maybe, Jack Lenz To Be Feted At SOCAN Awards

The Nickelback leader (pictured), a global pop smash, and a prolific film composer are amongst those to be honoured at the 30th anniversary gala in Toronto on April 1.

Chad Kroeger, Call Me Maybe, Jack Lenz To Be Feted At SOCAN Awards

By FYI Staff

Anticipation is growing for the 30th anniversary SOCAN Awards on April 1 in Toronto. Announced as recipients of Thirtieth Anniversary Honours are Chad Kroeger of Nickelback, the global smash "Call Me Maybe," and screen composer Jack Lenz.


2019 Special Achievement Winners are Drake, Ed Robertson, Frank Dukes, Jessie Reyez, Murda Beatz, Keith Power, and Ralph Murphy.

The evening also features the induction of Buffy Sainte-Marie into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame. Performances from Dallas Smith, Barenaked Ladies, Meghan Patrick, Elijah Woods x Jamie Fine and Anders are scheduled.

The full list of this year's SOCAN Award winners will be released on the evening of April 1.

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Josh Ross Brings His Country Star Power Across Canada: Canadian Concerts of the Week
Nick Léonard
Josh Ross
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Josh Ross Brings His Country Star Power Across Canada: Canadian Concerts of the Week

Plus, Goldie Boutilier headlines a show in Western Canada, British pop singer Jade flexes her synth-pop sensibilities in Vancouver and more.

This week, rising country singer Josh Ross is starting his cross-Canada tour. In recent years, the Waterdown, Ontario native has been making waves across the country scene, scoring multiple hits on the charts, most recently with “Hate How You Look” on Billboard Canada’s Country Airplay chart. Hot on the heels of his debut album, Later Tonight, Ross is leaning into the momentum, taking his country charm across the nation.

Additionally, Nova Scotia’s Goldie Boutilier brings her high-energy hits to Edmonton, while Little Mix alum Jade performs her solo discography in Vancouver. Then, rising British singer-songwriter Erin LeCount secures a sold-out slot in Toronto.

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