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  Why am I not getting SOCAN compensation?

  PUBLISHED Mar 28, 2011

  I play for two different rock bands in Vancouver. All members of our bands are SOCAN members and we register all works with the organizatio...

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  Can a non-Canadian apply for the P2 visa?

  PUBLISHED Mar 15, 2011

  If I'm not actually a Canadian citizen but a permanent resident (and a Swedish citizen), can I still apply for the P2 visa [to work/tour in...

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  Should I wear earplugs?

  PUBLISHED Mar 8, 2011

  I'm interested in ear protection. What are the pros and cons? Who uses them for practices and performances? What's the best to use? Thanks....

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  Band Contract

  PUBLISHED Mar 1, 2011

  When bands stay together for a long time, they seem to gather up equipment (PA system, tour van, merch, etc.) without necessarily planning...

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  Mastering Importance

  PUBLISHED Feb 20, 2011

  I have lots of friends that swear the importance of ponying up the big cash to get their studio or home recordings professionally mastered....

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  Can underage performers play in bars in Canada?

  PUBLISHED Feb 15, 2011

  Hi Allison, My 16-year-old hotshot guitarist son wants to start playing in bars, either in open jam sessions or with his band. Do we have t...

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  Ask Allison

  PUBLISHED Jan 24, 2011

  Is it true that in order to apply for a P2 visa to play in the U.S., you have to be a member of the CFM [the Canadian Federation of Musicia...