Drake sweeps rap categories at SOCAN Awards
Canadian rapper Drake dominates the SOCAN Awards, winning multiple rap category trophies. The Canadian press notes his sweeping victories highlight his influence in the music rights organization’s recognition of rap genres.
Drake sweeps SOCAN Awards at Toronto ceremony
Drake dominates SOCAN Awards in Toronto winning four rap honors for Jimmy Cooks Rich Flex Spin Bout II with 21 Savage and Wait For U with Future and Tems. He is named songwriter of the year in the performer category amid tributes and speeches from Max Kerman and other honorees.
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League of Legends draws union criticism
SAG-AFTRA officials declared a strike against League of Legends after accusing Formosa Interactive LLC of seeking to bypass a video game strike by hiring non union actors and transferring the game to a shell company. Riot Games denied involvement while calling Formosa a signatory.
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Complainant takes stand in Hoggard trial
Crown prosecutors outlined allegations of sexual assault by Canadian musician Jacob Hoggard at a hotel room after a Kirkland Lake concert. The 27 year old complainant testified about a party van, alcohol, a selfie, and a late night encounter before the alleged assault, with the trial continuing.
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Tragically Hip members split after Gord Downie death
The band’s four surviving members drifted apart after Gord Downie’s death in 2017 while grappling with loss. The new doc The Tragically Hip No Dress Rehearsal shows how Men regrouped. the project won the Toronto International Film Festival audience award.
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