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Today, SOCAN launches Music Creator Day to celebrate Canadian music, and the talented songwriters, composers and music publishers who make it possible. This year marks SOCAN's 100th Anniversary of championing Canadian music creators - empowering them to tell our stories, enrich our culture, and earn a living from their craft. Acknowledged by the Honourable Senator René Cormier on Nov. 4, 2025, in the Senate, and Member of Parliament David Myles in the House of Commons on Nov. 6, 2025, from now on, November 7 will be recognized annually as Music Creator Day, coinciding with the birthday of iconic Canadian singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell.

"Thank you for honouring my work in this manner," said Mitchell. "Although I have lived mostly in the States since I was 21, I live part-time in B.C. I have always been proud to be a Canadian, and lately more than ever." More information here

"Joni Mitchell Archives – Volume 4: The Asylum Years (1976-1980)" has been nominated in the "Best Historical Album" category. (Patrick Milligan & Joni Mitchell, compilation producers; Bernie Grundman, mastering engineer). The Grammy Award ceremony will be held on February 1. More information here

Joni will receive the cultural impact award for "Both Sides, Now," which the organization says "left an indelible mark on music and culture, inspiring generations with its timeless beauty and profound artistry." The SOCAN Awards will be held on Sept. 24 at Toronto's Rebel concert venue, with winners in a multitude of categories announced during the event. More information here

Cher and Joni were among the stars who joined Cyndi Lauper Saturday night at the Hollywood Bowl for the final concert of her farewell tour.

Lauper and Mitchell joined forces for a cover of "Carey." SZA, John Legend, Trombone Shorty and Jake Wesley Rogers also joined the festivities at various points. More information here . Photo courtesy The Hollywood Bowl.

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Following a revered debut at The Roundhouse in April 2024, a string of sold out performances and widespread critical acclaim, The Songs of Joni Mitchell returns this autumn with an extraordinary lineup of artists paying tribute to one of the greatest songwriters of all time.

Jesca Hoop, Kate Stables (This Is The Kit) & Lail Arad, acclaimed singer-songwriters in their own right, will perform intimate interpretations of their favourite Joni Mitchell songs in a loving ode to one of the finest songwriters of all time. They will be joined by Richard Sears on piano and special guests Lisa Hannigan & Loah for London and Dublin.

‘Lovingly curated by Lail Arad, ‘The Songs Of Joni Mitchell’… offered a truly heartwarming ode to the music of one of the world’s most inspirational artists.’ Get In Her Ears

“A stellar line up of artists reimagine Mitchell’s most magnificent works” The Arts Desk

“Songwriting shines as artists pay tribute” London World

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Emily Grove’s Joni Jam celebrates the legendary catalogue of Joni Mitchell’s music with an 8-piece band and Emily’s pitch perfect interpretation of Joni’s unique vocals. Touching on the full breadth of Mitchell’s works from 1968’s Song to a Seagull to the jazz-tinged records of the mid-1990’s, this band hits every note. This is not a dress-up imitation act, Emily Grove’s Joni Jam is true recreation and representation of these songs and the characters within. More information here

Acclaimed singer songwriters Zervas & Pepper present 'This Flight Tonight-The Songs of Joni Mitchell' an intimate acoustic tribute to the music of Joni Mitchell... featuring songs such as 'California', 'Blue', 'Woodstock' 'Both Sides Now', 'Carey', 'Coyote', 'A Case Of You', and many more... with Conga/Bass, open tuned Acoustic/Electric Guitars, Harmonies, Dulcimer, Piano and Voice front and centre.. presenting Mitchell's music as it would have been performed in Joni's early performances.

"Fine Singing" David Crosby ......
"Beautiful" Bob Harris......
"Sublime" Mark Radcliffe

“Kathryn Pepper matches Mitchell’s voice perfectly: her range, clarity of expression, intonation, distinctive vibrato and resonant lower register all come across.. This is no mean feat” London Jazz News

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Following a revered debut at The Roundhouse in April 2024, a string of sold out performances and widespread critical acclaim, The Songs of Joni Mitchell returns this autumn with an extraordinary lineup of artists paying tribute to one of the greatest songwriters of all time.

Jesca Hoop, Kate Stables (This Is The Kit) & Lail Arad, acclaimed singer-songwriters in their own right, will perform intimate interpretations of their favourite Joni Mitchell songs in a loving ode to one of the finest songwriters of all time. They will be joined by Richard Sears on piano and special guests Lisa Hannigan & Loah for London and Dublin.

‘Lovingly curated by Lail Arad, ‘The Songs Of Joni Mitchell’… offered a truly heartwarming ode to the music of one of the world’s most inspirational artists.’ Get In Her Ears

“A stellar line up of artists reimagine Mitchell’s most magnificent works” The Arts Desk

“Songwriting shines as artists pay tribute” London World

More information here

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