SOCAN Songwriters Series

Few songwriters understand the anatomy of a global hit quite like Jenna Andrews. Fresh off the breakout success of KPop Demon Hunters, she continues to shape the sound of contemporary […]

Country music has always been built on great songs and the stories behind them. From Nashville writing rooms to festival mainstages, today’s country artists are carrying that tradition forward while expanding the genre’s reach. In this intimate, in-the-round session, moderated by Hot Country Radio's Tracy Lynn, Tim Hicks, David Thomson, Parker Graye, and Paige Rutledge […]

Long before South Asian music became a global force, producers in Canada were quietly shaping the sound that would carry it there. Artists like Deep Jandu didn’t just participate in the rise of Punjabi music; they helped define its modern identity, building a sonic language that now resonates worldwide. In this special Producer Playback session, […]

Black music has long been the foundation of global sound, shaping everything from R&B and soul to hip hop, pop and beyond. In Canada, a new generation of artists is building on that legacy while carving out distinct, future-facing voices. This songwriter circle brings together Jev, Adria Kain, + special guests for an intimate session […]

Behind every great film or series is a score that shapes how we feel, often before a single word is spoken. With standout work including Heated Rivalry, Peter Peter has built a reputation for crafting music that deepens narrative and defines tone across screen-based storytelling. In this masterclass, moderated by SOCAN's Mike Rocha, Peter Peter […]

Pop music moves fast but great songwriting is what makes it stick. Behind every hook, chorus, and viral moment is a writer shaping how the world hears and feels a song. In this in-the-round session, Alicia Creti, Liam Benayon, Rêve, and Sophie Simmons come together to share their approach to writing music that connects at […]