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SOUTH, WE COMING!
Come to SAPA on October 13th from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. For COTT Open Day.
Come see us to:
🎶Update your membership information
🎶Register your works
🎶Get your ISRC Registrant Code
🎶Learn about & sign up for Neighbouring Rights
🎶Speak directly with the COTT team
YOUR MUSIC. YOUR RIGHTS. YOUR COTT.
Pre-register now using the link in our bio. by @cottmusic

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5 days ago

Here's what TPA members can now access through COTT 👇

✅ 10% discount for all TPA members
✅ Additional 10% for early payment (25 days before your event)
✅ Additional 5% for advance payment on a series of events
✅ 50% introductory discount on Neighbouring Rights fees
That's real savings. That's real support.
💪 Find out how to qualify. Get in Touch!
Scmcdonald@cott.org.tt
Ksamlalsingh@cott.org.tt
nnoray@cott.org.tt
tobagopromotersassociation@gmail.com

@tobago.promoters.association by @cottmusic

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7 days ago

AYE SOUTH, WE COMINNNNN!
That’s right - COTT Open Day is heading to the Southland!
Join us on October 13 at SAPA from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and take care of your COTT business all in one place.
➡️ Update your membership information
➡️Register your works
➡️ Find out about Neighbouring Rights
➡️Get your ISRC Registrant Code
➡️Chat with the COTT team and get your questions answered
Whether you’re already a member or looking to learn more about what COTT can do for you, come through!
Register now - link in bio.
Your music. Your rights. Your COTT.
#COTTOpenDay #MakingMusicMatter #COTTSouth #MusicMatters #TrinidadAndTobago
#NeighbouringRights #ISRC by @cottmusic

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10 days ago

Doux Doux Darlin by "Christo and Advokit retains the top spot on the COTT Top 10 chart, while Kes and Tano's "Rum and Coca Cola" and Full Blown's "Respectfully Yours" both return.
This week's top three songs:
🔥Doux Doux Darlin - Christo x Advokit
🔥Still a Road Man - Bunji Garlin and Xplicit Mevon
🔥Lost in Trinbago - Sherman De Vries x Zebee x Mela Caribe x Dj Private Ryan
Our chart is informed by data obtained from VERICAST - the software used by COTT to capture this and other types of musical data. This chart represents local radio play from our members and does not include music created by non-members.
#music #COTTtop10 #musicchart #Copyright #NeighbouringRights #makingmusicmatter by @cottmusic

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13 days ago

Celebrating the Life & Legacy of The Mighty Sparrow
The Copyright Music Organisation of Trinidad and Tobago (COTT) honours the life and enduring legacy of Dr. Slinger Francisco - The Mighty Sparrow. One of Calypso’s most celebrated musical voices and a true son of the Caribbean. He was born July 9, 1935 in Grenada, before moving to Trinidad and growing up in Laventille, where his extraordinary musical journey took flight. The Mighty Sparrow became a defining figure in Calypso, using his music, wit and unmistakable voice to chronicle the experiences, stories and spirit of the Caribbean.

His life and music remind us that while our islands may be separated by water, our stories, rhythms, struggles and celebrations connect us as one Caribbean people. Through Calypso, he carried those stories across borders, giving voice to a region whose spirit could never be confined to a single island.

A member of COTT since 1985, his contribution to our musical heritage is reflected in the 535 registered compositions that he has recorded during his membership with us.

His music transcended generations and borders, leaving an indelible mark on Calypso and on the cultural identity of Trinidad and Tobago. As we commemorate his life, we celebrate not only the artist, but the songwriter, storyteller and cultural icon whose work continues to live through the music he created.

From the unforgettable “Jean and Dinah” and “Congo Man”, to “Dan Is the Man (in the Van),” “Obeah Wedding,” “Mr. Walker,” and “Capitalism Gone Mad,” Sparrow's catalogue reflected the humour, social commentary, politics, history and everyday life of the Caribbean.

His voice may have fallen silent, but his music remains to carry his stories, his spirit and the sound of the Caribbean across generations.
Rest in Divine Melody by @cottmusic

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17 days ago

From Calypso to Soca, Chutney to Steelpan, and every sound in between, our music has always found a way to bring us together, tell our stories and celebrate what makes us uniquely Trinidad and Tobago. Music reminds us of who we are; one people, connected by a shared rhythm, culture and spirit.
This Republic Day, may we remember that beneath our differences, we share one home, one culture and one heartbeat.
Happy Republic Day from the management and staff at COTT #makingmusicmatter

❤️🤍🖤 by @cottmusic

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22 days ago

COTT wishes to advise all stakeholders that we are temporarily closed today to facilitate ongoing AC repairs at our Port of Spain Office. Our teams remain available to assist you virtually during this period.
Please use the contact information below for any further assistance needed.

📱Contact Info:
licensing@cott.org.tt
membership@cott.org.tt
680-4040 (WhatsApp only)

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to resolve this temporary issue and continue providing services to our members and stakeholders. by @cottmusic

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a month ago

🎶 CELEBRATING THE MUSIC. SUPPORTING THE CREATORS. @cottmusic

We’re proud to welcome COTT Music Licensing as an official sponsor of the 2026 Caribbean Music Awards!

As we celebrate the artists, songwriters, producers, and music that continue to move Caribbean culture forward, we’re excited to have COTT Music Licensing join us for this historic celebration in Trinidad & Tobago.

Welcome to the CMA family, COTT! 🏆🇹🇹

Caribbean Music Awards
📅 September 19, 2026
📍 NAPA | Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago

#CaribbeanMusicAwards #COTT #CMA2026 #VisitTrinbago #SoundsOfTheCaribbean by @cottmusic

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Christo and Advokit's "Doux Doux Darlin" tops the #COTTtop10 chart for the second week in a row, while Full Blown Entertainment leads with the highest collective play count of 123 plays across three songs.

This week's top 3 songs:
🔥Doux Doux Darlin - @christomusictt x @advokitprod
🔥No Stress - @fullblownofficial
🔥Wedding Band - @coutain.xx (@bmi ) ft @tano

Our chart is informed by data obtained from VERICAST - the software used by COTT to capture this and other types of musical data. This chart represents local radio play from our members and does not include music created by non-members.
#music #COTTtop10 #musicchart #Copyright #NeighbouringRights #makingmusicmatter by @cottmusic

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a month ago

POV: Monday reach and we bringing some new vibes to kick off the week! 🔥
This week's #NewMusicMondaze features:
🎶@marqpierreofficial - Pretty Girls
🎶 @erphaanalves - Play D Music
🎶 @veekashsahadeo x @ravibkarma - Bumble Bee
Go check out the new releases and show our local artistes some love! ❤️🇹🇹
#NewMusicMondaze #COTT #TriniMusic #NewMusic by @cottmusic

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2 months ago

COTT wishes to advise all stakeholders that we have temporarily implemented a work-from-home and in-office rotation due to building repairs at our Port of Spain Office. Our teams remain available to assist you during this period.
Members and visitors are encouraged to contact the respective department in advance to schedule an appointment prior to visiting the office, allowing us to confirm staff availability and minimise any unnecessary delays.

📱Contact Info:

‼️Licensing - In Office
▶️Schivon Mc Donald
scmcdonald@cott.org.tt
488-7703
▶️Natasha Noray
nnoray@cott.org.tt
488-6883

‼️Membership Services / Applications
membership@cott.org.tt
680-4040 (WhatsApp only)

‼️Licensing Reps
▶️Gregory Francis
gfrancis@cott.org.tt
482-7207
▶️John Toussaint:
jtoussaint@cott.org.tt
796-5179

📞 Telephone enquiries may be made by calling 624-COTT (2688) between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to resolve this temporary issue and continue providing services to our members and stakeholders. by @cottmusic

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2 months ago

🎉 Big news for Tobago's events industry!
The Copyright Music Organisation of Trinidad and Tobago (COTT) and the Tobago Promoters Association (TPA) have entered into a preferential licensing agreement, providing eligible TPA members with access to significantly reduced music licensing fees for qualifying events.
This initiative reflects our shared commitment to supporting Tobago's promoters, encouraging copyright compliance, and strengthening the island's vibrant entertainment sector.
📅 Effective 1 September 2026
For more information or to access these exclusive benefits, please contact:
📧 Kavita Samlalsingh – ksamlalsingh@cott.org.tt
📧 Natasha Noray – nnoray@cott.org.tt
📧 Schivon McDonald – smcdonald@cott.org.tt
📧 Tobago Promoters Association- tobagopromotersassociation@gmail.com
#COTT #TPA #MusicMatters #TobagoEvents #Copyright #SupportingCreators #EventPromotion #TobagoPomoters #TPA #MusicLicensing #Trinidad #Tobago #MakingMusicMatter by @cottmusic

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3 months ago