IPRS & SOCAN Conclude KOLAB 2025, Celebrating Indo-Canada Music

The Indian Performing Right Society Ltd. (IPRS) and SOCAN (Society of Composers, Authors, and Music Publishers of Canada) just finished KOLAB 2025, an exciting songwriting camp held from August 23–29 at The True School of Music on Vijaybhoomi University’s campus in Karjat.

Coinciding with IPRS’s 56th anniversary, this week-long event brought together 22 artists from India and Canada, who created over 56 original songs, mixing languages, cultures, and musical styles.

The camp featured well-known Canadian artists like Tesher, Jonita Gandhi, Mitika, JP47, Mad Mix, Zafar Sandhu, and Revay, working side-by-side with Indian talents such as Jassi X, Mellow D, Sweetaj Brar, Josh Brar, Jeevana, and Durba Banerjee.

Held in the peaceful Jamrung Valley, KOLAB 2025 wasn’t just about making music. The artists also talked about reaching global listeners, navigating streaming platforms, and ensuring fair practices in the music industry.

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Guided by industry pros like Bunty Bains, Mayur Puri, and Mannan Shah, the artists dove into songwriting, experimented with blending genres, and co-produced tracks. “This camp gave me the opportunity to meet incredibly talented people and experiment with new ideas and sounds,” said Jonita Gandhi. Tesher added, “It was awesome connecting with such creative collaborators and seeing everyone’s unique vibe come to life.”

“KOLAB feels like its own genre,” said Mayur Puri, capturing its creative spirit. Emerging Indian artists like Jeevana and Durba Banerjee stood out, holding their own alongside international peers, showing how KOLAB nurtures new talent.

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IPRS Chairman Javed Akhtar summed it up: “Music transcends boundaries, and KOLAB exemplifies true connection among creators.” SOCAN’s Cameron Kennedy agreed, saying,  “KOLAB 2025 is a celebration of culture and synergy, uniting artists across borders.” The camp ended with a showcase where everyone shared their new songs, highlighting the power of collaboration. With India’s music scene growing globally, KOLAB 2025 proves the magic of cross-cultural creativity and sets the stage for more exciting partnerships.