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Who Should I be Talking To?Episode 36 - Jim Cressman, owner and president of Invictus Entertainment Group, Jiu Jitsu Practioner and Fitness EnthusiastJim Cressman is a 20 year veteran of the music industry. A recipient of the International Talent Buyer of the year by IEBA, CMW Management Company of the Year, and 19 CCMAs. Jim’s mission and purpose is to facilitate artists in monetizing and leveraging their value. He is the co-founder of Invictus Entertainment Group, a firm that has consistently booked, promoted or produced 700 events per year and continues to be one of the most respected brands in Canada. On top of this he is a dedicated fitness enthusiast, a practioner of Jiu Jitsu and a dedicated family man.
2025-03-051h 08
Instigating with Clarkey and DrurySeason 3 Episode 21-LondonNewsToday's Craig Needles, Longtime Jr Hockey Writer, Jim Cressman*WARNING* tw/sa-This episode discusses the press conference by the London Police regarding the ongoing sexual assault case involving 5 former Hockey Canada players.
Ryan welcomes on his Blackburn Media colleague, Craig Needles of LondonNewsToday.ca, to discuss the London Police press conference regarding the sexual assault investigation involving 5 former Hockey Canada players.
Craig details the questions asked, his back-and-forth with London Police Chief, Thai Truong, as well as the current status of the relationship the public in London has with their local police service.
Following that, longtime sports writer, journalist and former sports...
2024-02-091h 18
Instigating with Clarkey and DrurySeason 2 Episode 24-NHL Ref Bryan Lewis and Umpire Jim CressmanRyan and Clarkey welcome on longtime NHL ref/Director of Officiating, Bryan Lewis, and career umpire Jim Cressman to discuss refereeing in their day and challenges today.
They offer insight into Fred Van Vleet's recent outburst, and give stories and anecdotes on handling tough players, suggesting fixes to modern reffing challenges, and much more!
Then the guys revisit their Player's Championship picks, and further discuss reffing and the Leafs.
Brought to you by Coolbet Canada, Larry Hudson's Chevrolet, Buick and GMC, and in part by the Listowel Squash Courts.
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2023-03-1758 min
Instigating with Clarkey and DrurySeason 2 Episode 2-Umpire Jim Cressman, "Dart Guy" Jason MaslakowThe guys welcome back longtime umpire Jim Cressman to discuss the Jays and what may hold them back in the postseason, as well as Aaron Judge's season and whether he should be considered the "real" home run king.Then, Jason Maslakow, aka Dart Guy, jumps on to discuss his thoughts on the Leafs upcoming year, including their new look goaltending, which sparks a healthy debate.Brought to you by Coolbet, and in part by the Listowel Squash Courts and See the Game.Subscribe on Youtube and all the best podcast apps!Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Wix_x4--bclMBXhtRV3...
2022-10-031h 03
Instigating with Clarkey and DrurySeason 1 Episode 25-Umpire Jim CressmanThis week, Ryan and Clarkey talk with longtime umpire and former journalist, Jim Cressman, who shares his thoughts on the current state of umpiring early in the season, robo-umps on the way, Joe West and much more!The guys then discuss the passing of Mike Bossy, Ovi reaching another milestone, unnecessary player abuse, and a real big time sponsorship for John Daly's kid.(Note: this episode was filmed the day before we found out the hockey world lost Habs legend Guy Lafleur. RIP Guy, and we send love to all of Habs nation and the Lafleur family)Brought to you...
2022-04-2258 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast EP76 - Dave FaberDave Faber is a Christian, a husband and a father of 4. He grew up in the back of mountainous Mission, BC with 6 siblings, his mom (Shirley) and dad (Fred). At the age of 15 his dad bought him a Ludwig drum set on the promise that he would practice everyday and would only play Christian music. That $1,000 drum set was a big deal coming from a low income household in the early 90’s. So, Dave did his best to stick with his promise. When Dave turned 16 he was ready to do anything to start a band so he cold called his...
2022-01-121h 07
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast EP75 - Sarah BurkeSarah Burke is a programmer, host and storyteller. She currently manages the Canadian music department at SiriusXM, overseeing the content and programming for fourteen Canadian music channels across several genres of music. She hosts various radio shows, including her weekly Sunday Service on SiriusXM’s North Americana and swing shifts at CIND-FM, Toronto’s New Alternative, Indie88.ABOUT WOMEN IN MEDIAThe Women in Media Podcast looks to examine the powerhouse of women in media; from the music and entertainment industry to broadcast, sports and everything in between. Host Sarah Burke explores the collective challenges women f...
2022-01-051h 01
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast EP74 - Todd JordanTodd Jordan is Vice President of Paquin Artists Agency. Joining the team in 2001, Todd has represented a diverse roster of artists, including iconic performer Buffy Sainte-Marie, award-winning country act Corb Lund, world-music titans Afro Celt Sound System, and prestigious dance company, Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballet, among many others.Todd has been an integral part in establishing Paquin Artists Agency's reputation as a premiere booking agency, representing over 150 acts globally. Under the direction of Todd and President Julien Paquin, Paquin Artists Agency has been honoured as Agency of the Year at the Western Canadian Music Awards for 11 years...
2021-12-2228 min
The Big Little Soul Podcast16. On Pandemic, Perception, and Purpose with Jim CressmanToday’s guest is Jim Cressman. Jim is the CEO and President at Invictus Entertainment Group, Founder and President at Big Star Recordings Inc, and music agent to some pretty profound artists including Aaron Pritchett, George Canyon, Cory Marks, and Brett Kissell.
Jim has a big role and a big heart and today’s topics of conversation are just as immense. In all honesty, this episode is a LOT.
Jim and I talk about the pandemic and how it has influenced both of our lives - both personally and in our careers (as you can imag...
2021-12-191h 37
A Chat With MattACWM - Episode 82 w/ Jim CressmanJim Cressman is the CEO & President of Invictus Entertainment Group.
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2021-12-1725 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast EP73 - Steve LassiterA Nashville native, Steve Lassiter got his start in the music business as a production assistant at Sound Seventy Productions in 1977 at the age of 19 while finishing a Recording Industry Management degree at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU). After graduation, he pursued the agency business and held positions with ICS, Variety Artists Group (in Minneapolis), and Headline International before settling in at William Morris Agency, where he earned his VP stripes and became a stockholder.Lassiter left William Morris in 1997 and started at APA Nashville in July of 1998. While at APA, he became Partner / Sr VP and...
2021-12-1549 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast EP72 - Clifton MurrayClifton, Fraser, and Victor of The Tenors have been thrilling audiences around the world with their powerful songs, outstanding harmonies, and undeniable charm. Reimagining iconic hits and blending classical music, contemporary pop, classic rock, and folk, the award-winning and multi-Platinum selling group have achieved international success, performing thousands of live shows and hundreds of national and international TV appearances on five continents. The Tenors have graced the stages of many prominent theatres, symphony halls, festivals, and arenas worldwide. They have performed for the last four Presidents of the United States, at the White House Christmas Tree Lighting, for the wo...
2021-12-0857 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast EP 71 - Stuart ChatwoodThe Tea Party, the multi-Platinum selling, multi-Juno Award nominated trio consisting of singer/guitarist/multi-instrumentalist Jeff Martin, bassist and multi-instrumentalist Stuart Chatwood and drummer/percussionist Jeff Burrows has returned with Sunshower, a collection of five new songs that once again showcase their mastery of light and shade, and why they continue to occupy a unique place within the ever-changing musical landscape.Set for release on Nov. 26, 2021 through Coalition Music, Sunshower serves as a companion piece to the 2019 EP Black River, presenting a message of hope in the face of the most challenging year we as a society...
2021-12-0138 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast EP70 - Kelly PrescottCountry music singer-songwriter Kelly Prescott has officially released her single “Trailer Trashed” on all DSPs. The playful track has already earned the soulful artist a coveted spot as a finalist at SiriusXM’s Top of the Country. She will hit the stage as part of the Top of the Country showcase on November 26th at the 2021 Canadian Country Music Awards Week. Fans can watch the video for “Trailer Trashed” here, and stream and download it here.Of “Trailer Trashed,” Kelly says “It's been a really tough year and a half and the last thing I wanted to do was write mor...
2021-11-2444 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast EP69 - RJ CurtisRJ Curtis is a 41-year Country radio/Music Row executive whose career has impacted nearly every aspect of the format. His resume features 30 years in major market radio (Los Angeles, Phoenix, San Antonio) where he served as Program Director, Operations Manager, Music Director, and on-air talent for iconic radio brands such as KNIX/Phoenix, KCYY/San Antonio and KZLA/Los Angeles, as well as the nationally syndicated “After Midnite” show. Curtis later spent 13 years providing insight, analysis and commentary on the Country music industry while writing and reporting for Radio & Records Magazine, Billboard, Country Aircheck, and All Access Music Grou...
2021-11-1742 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast EP68 - Samantha PickardSamantha Pickard brings an international outlook to Strut and a vast understanding of the North American and Australian music and entertainment industries. As a thirty-two-year entertainment industry-veteran she contributes a diverse skill set through her years working as a retail buyer, artist manager, promotions and event manager, GM of an entertainment publishing company, in addition to her 15 years leading the public relations, marketing and event team at Strut Entertainment.The road to Canada began when Samantha took on a three-year role in Radio Promotions at Sydney based, Australian music industry trade magazine, The Music Network (TMN). When...
2021-11-101h 04
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast EP67 - Michael ChuggA pioneer of the Australian music industry, Michael Chugg or Chuggi as he is affectionately known, has garnered a reputation both locally and internationally as one of the country’s most prominent music promoters, and is a name synonymous with some of biggest tours to have come through Australia and New Zealand over the past 50 years.Chugg’s foray into the music industry began in his hometown of Launceston, Tasmania in 1962, where he cut his teeth from the age of 15 running dances and managing bands until he relocated to Melbourne in 1969. In 1979 together with Michael Gudinski and Phil...
2021-11-0351 min
The Second Act PodcastThe Second Act Podcast Episode #27 - Jim CressmanOn this episode of The Second Act Podcast, we welcome music industry veteran Jim Cressman to talk about his career as a manager, promoter and record label owner and how he has manifested the success he enjoys. He describes taking a leap to a remote work lifestyle a decade ago and what the tradeoffs for that were and continue to be. Honest and engaging, Jim shares the inside scoop about a life working with artists and how to navigate the business side of the music business. Like Eddie Van Halen used to say, they call it playing music, not wor...
2021-11-0156 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast EP66 - Jackie Rae GreeningJackie Rae has worked in country radio since 1982. She has worked everything from the midnight shift to the morning show at radio station’s all over Alberta. In 1989, J.R. began working at CFCW Radio and that’s where she still is today working as Program Director and Manager of Operations for Stingray Radio in Edmonton, Camrose, Wetaskiwin.Jackie Rae was recognized for the numerous artists she has helped elevate over her career and was recently inducted into the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame (2018) and the Country Music Alberta Hall of Fame. (the Alberta Country Music Hall...
2021-10-2747 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast EP65 - Bedros KeuilianBedros Keuilian is the founder and President of Fit Body Boot Camp three times listed on Entrepreneur Magazine’s 500 fastest growing franchises in the world. He’s also the author of the Wall Street Journal Best Seller Man Up and known as the hidden genius behind many of the top businesses, entrepreneurs and thought leaders. His list of clients include New York Times best-selling authors, celebrities, NFL athletes, Navy SEALS and massive social influencers who turn to him when they want to create highly profitable brands and businesses. An immigrant from a communist country turned hugely successful entrepreneur and peak...
2021-10-2044 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast EP64 - D.O GibsonCanadian Rap Artist, Author, Guinness World Record Holder (longest freestyle rap) and Motivational speaker Duane (D.O.) Gibson is set to release his new album Still Driven on October 1 via all streaming platforms. The album celebrates the 20th anniversary of Duane’s first professional album release Stay Driven, and includes production and collaborations with JUNO Award Winning artist JRDN, Mitchell Bailey, Myer Clarity, and 80 Empire amongst others.As a companion piece, Duane will also release his new book On This Grind that details life lessons learned from his experiences in the music business and being an entrepreneur in...
2021-10-1342 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast EP63 - Dale PetersDale Peters brings over 30 years of experience in the music business to projects. Confident. Creative. Authentic. Knowledgeable. Eccentric. Straight forward. Strong. Passionate. Not fully filtered. Genuine and honest. Dale is an original.Artist Highlights:Kermit the Frog, Aretha Franklin, Kenny G, Foo Fighters, Whitney Houston, Puff Daddy, Notorious B.I.G., Alan Jackson, Martina McBride, NSYNC, Backstreet Boys, Christina Aguilar, Brittney Spears (bitch), Dave Matthews Band, Pink, Shawn Desmond, to name a few. Kermit and Dave Matthews were my favorites. History:1980-84 Worked in a record store selling albums, cassettes, 8 tracksan...
2021-10-0646 min
Living Life AuthenticallyHard Work or Work Hard with Jim CressmanOn this weeks episode (Sponsored by Edo Japan), Dylan Coney & Megan Pierson chat with the President and Owner of Invictus Entertainment Group, Jim Cressman! We chat about hard work, dedication, and how success isn't about luck, but it's about planning and working towards your goals. Listen through these service providers - https://anchor.fm/livinglifeauthenticallyFollow on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/livinglifeauthenticallypodcast/--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/livinglifeauthentically/message
2021-10-0536 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast EP62 - Ivan DoroschukHot on the heels of “love in the age of war,” new wave electro-pop pioneers, Men Without Hats return with a collection of 12 new original compositions – “Again (Part 1)” – and 5 new cover songs – “Again (Part 2).” Led by original founding members Ivan and Colin Doroschuk, Men Without Hats have been rounded out since 2016 by industry veteran Sho Murray, and augmented on this record by Colin’s daughter, soprano Sahara Sloan. The album was recorded on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, on top of the Malahat Mountain overlooking the Pacific Ocean, from July 2020 to January 2021. The choice of cover songs on “Again (Part 1)” – Lou Reed’s “Satellite of Lov...
2021-09-2936 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast EP61 - Cody Byrnshttps://codybyrns.com/Cody Byrns is an internationally recognized speaker and a number one best-selling author of the book, Scar Release: Breaking Free of Yesterday's Troubles. He has been sharing his message on how to live an E.P.I.C. life with audiences around the globe for over 16 years. In May of 2013, Cody's life was drastically changed. While stopped at a red light on the highway, Cody was rear-ended by a box truck that failed to stop. As a result, he was considered dead until first responders saw his hand move. He received many injuries that...
2021-09-2245 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast EP60 - Jeffery DavidJeffery David has written and or produced songs for major artists such as Seal, Sheppard, Hunter Hayes, Audien, Blas Cantó, Mat Kearney and Echosmith, including co-writing Echosmith’s pop hit and quadruple platinum selling single, “Cool Kids,” and triple-platinum single “Bright” (Warner Records). He co-wrote and produced Echosmith’s sophomore Inside A Dream EP (Warner Music) and their latest album “Lonely Generation” with “Diamonds” reaching #30 at Hot AC radio.He manages Echosmith and has guided their career to reach millions of fans across the planet and helped secure brand deals with Coach, Tillys, Hollister and so many others along with fea...
2021-09-151h 03
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast EP59 - Gramps MorganRoy “Gramps” Morgan entered one of reggae’s royal families when was born on July 7, 1976. His father, Denroy Morgan, a Jamaican immigrant, helped form the Black Eagles, New York’s first reggae group. He also organized several of his children into a reggae band with Gramps joining the appropriately titled Morgan Heritage. Morgan Heritage debuted at Jamaica’s Reggae Sunsplash Festival in 1994 and signed a recording contract with MCA Records that same year. Their debut album, Miracles, featured Gramps on vocals and keyboards. In 2009, after fifteen years of touring and recording with Morgan Heritage, the band decided to pursue solo caree...
2021-09-0841 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast EP58 - Bryton UdyFrom hockey goalie, to country music artist and now entrepreneur, Bryton Udy has already lived out some of his greatest dreams. Having previously performed as one half of the CCMA nominated duo Leaving Thomas, Bryton Udy navigated the Canadian country music industry both as an artist and as an entrepreneur. Not only was he a singer/songwriter in the group, but Bryton also lead all brand and digital marketing strategy for the band as well, seeing exponential growth through content campaigns such as “The LT Show” YouTube Series, and “The Funny Thing Is… with Leaving Thomas" Podcast. Now, Bryton has turn...
2021-09-0355 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E57 - Mike McCartyMichael McCarty is a respected veteran music publishing executive with a successful track record in catalog acquisition, talent discovery, and business development. He was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 2019 for his significant impact on the Canadian music industry.Mr. McCarty is Chief Executive Officer of the Kilometre Music Group, and along with Gavin Brown and Rodney Murphy, a founding partner of the ground-breaking music rights management company whose mission is to reclaim the financial rewards of the multi-decade worldwide “Canadian music invasion” for the benefit of Canadian artists, investors and culture. Kilometre has part...
2021-09-0151 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E56 - John MarksJohn Marks spent most of his career in terrestrial radio, since the age of 16. Programming stints include KKAT – Salt Lake City, KWNR – Las Vegas, KSON – San Diego among others.From there, John spent 5 years as the Sr. Director of Country Music at Sirius XM. Under Marks’ leadership, The Highway became one of the most listened to music channels on their platform. Through the Highway, Marks helped to break Florida Georgia Line, Cole Swindell and Old Dominion among others into national prominence.After Sirius XM, John Marks landed at Spotify and was their Global Editor for Country Mus...
2021-08-2548 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E55 - Mark WillsMark Wills has captivated fans and listeners for over two decades. He achieved his first top-charting success at the young age of 23, and has maintained longevity in the music business that many artists can only dream of. His mission is to create country music filled with depth and meaningful substance to create lasting memories through the words.Mark has released a total of seven albums including a patriotic album in 2001, Looking for America. As an avid supporter of the US Military, he has more than a dozen trips to entertain our troops in Iraq, Kuwait, Afghanistan, Korea...
2021-08-1850 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E54 - Jesse ItzlerJesse Itzler only eats fruit 'til noon, loves Run-D.M.C., and enjoys living life "out of the box." In fact, he doesn't even have a box. The author of the New York Times bestseller, Living with a Seal, co-founded Marquis Jet, the world's largest private jet card company which he and his partner sold to Berkshire Hathaway/NetJets. Jesse then partnered with Zico coconut water, which he and his partner sold to The Coca-Cola Company. He's a former rapper on MTV and wrote and performed the NBA's Emmy Award-winning "I Love This Game" music campaign and...
2021-08-1139 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E53 - Danny NozellDanny Nozell is a titan of the entertainment industry; his bold, jovial personality accompanies his well-known reputation for high profit margins, long-term client retention, and progressive diversification of revenue for clients and his own companies. His career began in the trenches, touring globally with hip hop, rap, rockstars, and heavy metal bands like SlipKnot, but his most notable achievements have been with cultural icon and country music superstar Dolly Parton. Danny and his team at CTK Enterprises have a diverse roster of talent, spanning a spectrum of genres: Barry Gibb and the Bee Gees, Kenny G, Seether, KC and...
2021-08-041h 04
At The Heart Of It with Bryton Udy003 | Jim Cressman - Keeping the Heart in the Music IndustryPresenting episode 003 of At The Heart Of It!
With your host Bryton Udy and guest Jim Cressman, Founder of Invictus. Located In Penticton, Britsh Columbia, Jim Cressman developed an entertainment company in 2011 that focuses on uplifting artists and focusing on building a close knit relationship between management and talent. In this episode, Bryton inquires the origins of Jims desire to pursue the entertainment industry and uncovers the obstacles that pushed Jim to become who he is today.
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2021-07-281h 06
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E52 - Derik Baker - Virginia To VegasVirginia to Vegas is the stage name of Canadian singer/songwriter Derik Baker. With over 260 million streams and 4 platinum singles, Derik Baker is best known for his melodic, electronic-tinged indie pop. He caught the attention of Wax Records executive Jamie Appleby, who signed him and issued his debut single "We Are Stars." The song peaked into the Top 20 of the Canadian singles chart and paved the way for his Vol. 1 EP. More singles followed, including 2015's "Our Story" and "Somebody's Watching Me," the latter of which featured a sample of Rockwell's 1984 hit of the same name. In 2016, Baker issued...
2021-07-2844 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E51 - Chief ZarukKevin “Chief’ Zaruk is a Canadian entrepreneur, record executive, and investor best known for co-founding Big Loud. He is a founding partner of The Core Entertainment, along with investor Simon Tikhman. The Core is an entertainment company in partnership with Live Nation that focuses on acquiring and cultivating talent in music, sports, film, television and technology.Career:In 2011, Zaruk teamed up with Nickleback producer Joey Moi, songwriter Craig Wiseman and manager Seth England to found Big Loud Mountain Publishing and Management. Advocating a top to bottom approach in building a successful act, Zaruk was integral to t...
2021-07-2158 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E51 - Chief ZarukKevin “Chief’ Zaruk is a Canadian entrepreneur, record executive, and investor best known for co-founding Big Loud. He is a founding partner of The Core Entertainment, along with investor Simon Tikhman. The Core is an entertainment company in partnership with Live Nation that focuses on acquiring and cultivating talent in music, sports, film, television and technology.
Career:
In 2011, Zaruk teamed up with Nickleback producer Joey Moi, songwriter Craig Wiseman and manager Seth England to found Big Loud Mountain Publishing and Management. Advocating a top to bottom approach in building a successful act, Zaruk was integral to t...
2021-07-2113 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E50 - Nick MeinemaPrior to co-founding Action Entertainment Collaborative in 2021, Meinema was co-head of the UTA Nashville office, as well as head of the Fairs and Festivals Department for North America. Meinema relocated from the TAG Toronto office in 2012 where he worked as VP for 5 years prior to opening up The Agency Group Nashville office. He was the Senior VP prior to the UTA acquisition in 2016. Meinema’s AEC Nashville clients include Trace Adkins, TLC, Terri Clark, Lonestar, Dallas Smith, Dean Brody, High Valley, Kevin Costner and Modern West, Billy Bob Thornton and the Boxmasters, James Barker Band, The Reklaws, Gord Bamford, Hu...
2021-06-2148 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast EP49 - Paul FergusonPaul Ferguson is the Program & Music Director for Starboard Communications in Belleville, Ontario, operating radio stations Cool 100, and 95-5 Hits-FM.A proud father of two, and married to Vicki, who will have completed her 20-year sentence in September, 2022, and will then be eligible for parole.Ferg is currently serving his second term as an elected Director of the Canadian Country Music Association. Closer to home, he stands as the Board Chair of the Trenton Memorial Hospital Foundation, and is also Chair of the Loyalist College Radio Broadcast Advisory Board. Through a 26-y...
2021-06-1459 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E48 - Casey ClarkeCasey Clarke Has Been A Household Name To Anyone Who Loves Country Music As Casey Has Been On Television And Radio For Well Over Two Decades. Casey Clarke Has Been Called “The Face” Of CMT (Country Music Television) As He’s Been Hosting Various Programs On The Network Since 1997. Having Been On CMT For Over 15 Years Casey Clarke Is One Of The Most Recognizable Personalities In Canada.Casey Clarke Was Born And Raised In Edmonton, AB And Found Out Early In Life He Wanted A Career In Broadcasting. Working For Stations Like CFOK-Westlock, AB, Mountain FM Whistler/Squami...
2021-06-0751 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E47 - Mitch MerrettMitch Merrett is a highly awarded Music Professional from Producer, Songwriter, Player and Management. Currently an A & R rep for MDM Recordings and artist management as well as Founder of the Southern Outlaw Country Rock Band, Black Mountain Whiskey Rebellion. A band that writes and records music influenced by non fiction and fictional events from American History, from Moonshine Runners to Outlaws and Renegades of the 1800’s and more. Also writing and producing music for Film and TV
2021-05-311h 08
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E46 - Dayna BourgoinDayna Bourgoin is a 20+ year veteran of the music and broadcasting industry. She got her start at CKBY in Ottawa in 1999.In 2003, Dayna landed her dream job as the Music Director at CMT Canada.She launched her own promotion and publicity company in 2009 and quickly landed a full-time gig at 604 Records/Simkin Artist Management.She helped Dallas Smith launch his country music career and also worked with Small Town Pistols and many others!Dayna eventually ended up back in radio when she got a call from Bell Media to help with...
2021-05-241h 11
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E45 - Jade EaglesonAt just 26 years of age, Jade Eagleson’s voice takes listeners back to the days of Johnny Cash, George Jones, and Randy Travis, in that it’s unmistakably country.In 2017, Jade decided to give up some of his duties on the family farm to pursue a long-time dream as a country music artist. He signed with Universal Music and went on to record his debut and since certified gold single, “Got Your Name On It”. Shortly after the song’s music video was released, Jade was featured as YouTube Trending's ‘Artist On The Rise’ and appeared on the website’s...
2021-05-171h 14
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E44 - Meghan PatrickMeghan Patrick was down to her last few dollars when she landed the record deal that would change her life forever. “I was so broke I had to borrow gas money just to get to the signing,” she says with a laugh. “I was still driving my first car, a used pickup truck, and it died right when I pulled into the parking lot at Warner Music Canada. It felt like the end of an era, like the truck was saying, ‘This is where I leave you.’” Now, Patrick’s landed herself another high profile record deal, this one with American...
2021-05-101h 04
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E43 - AJ & Rory VadenAJ & Rory Vaden : Brand Builders Group To request a call with Brand Builders Group today: www.freebrandcall.com/cressman www.brandbuildersgroup.comAJ Vaden is the Co-founder of Brand Builders Group, international speaker, million-dollar consultant and host of the Influential Personal Brand Podcast. Over the last 10 years she has been a part of founding, launching and building a very successful 8- figure coaching business, a multi-million-dollar consulting business, and a 7-figure speaking business. Along with her company Brand Builders Group, AJ has been featured in Inc, Success Magazine, Fast Company, Entrepreneur, Forbes and wa...
2021-05-0356 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E42 - Brad BelangerArtist manager, Brad Belanger of Homestead Music, represents star acts such as Sam Hunt and Dustin Lynch. Growing up in Virginia in the early ‘90s, Belanger was immersed in the DIY music culture embraced by teen punk rock bands in the area. In addition to handling lead vocals and guitar for a local band, Belanger started his own indie label at age 15. Brad began working as an agent with APA’s Steve Lassiter, before transitioning into doing photography and video work. That strategic move would bring a host of career opportunities, including his management role with Sam Hunt. Brad contri...
2021-04-261h 06
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E42 - Brad BelangerArtist manager, Brad Belanger of Homestead Music, represents star acts such as Sam Hunt and Dustin Lynch.
Growing up in Virginia in the early ‘90s, Belanger was immersed in the DIY music culture embraced by teen punk rock bands in the area. In addition to handling lead vocals and guitar for a local band, Belanger started his own indie label at age 15.
Brad began working as an agent with APA’s Steve Lassiter, before transitioning into doing photography and video work. That strategic move would bring a host of career opportunities, including his mana...
2021-04-261h 08
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E41 - Brett KisselBrett Kissel is constantly exploring new ideas, while never forgetting what he does best. It’s an approach that has propelled him to the top of Canadian country music, with two Gold certified albums, a Platinum and eight Gold singles and 15 top-10 radio hits to his credit. 2019 was a storybook year for Brett, winning the JUNO Award for Country Album of the Year and earning the Canadian Country Music Association’s Fans’ Choice Award, following a record-breaking 112-date tour that reached every single province and territory. The Canadian Press crowned him “The New King of Canadian Country.” The accolades continued...
2021-04-191h 48
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E40 - Amanda KingslandAmanda Kingsland grew up in Ottawa & the Valley and has always been a passionate country music fan. After spending countless hours making mixtapes, reviewing albums and attending concerts, the 8 year old decided that working in the Canadian Country Music Industry was where she wanted to be. While in university studying audio engineering she was asked about interest in interning at CKBY, her favourite radio station. One her first day Amanda was introduced to Doug Anderson and learned about the roles of Music Directors and Program Directors and instantly she knew what she was made to do. After 15 years working...
2021-04-121h 04
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E39 - Jojo MasonFor Recording artist JoJo Mason, the past few years have been an incredible journey. Mason’s 2019 sophomore EP “Chapter Two” was a fan favourite, with lead single “Future” closing in on over 4.8M streams and climbing, and the Top 3 hit “Better On You” becoming his highest charting and most streamed single to date, with over 5.8M current streams respectively. The two-time CCMA Rising Star Award nominee released his latest EP Changes last fall; featuring six new songs, Changes continues to highlight Mason’s vibrant vocals and larger than life personality, while focusing on his evolution as an artist. Lead single “Chemical...
2021-04-051h 22
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E38 - Nicole ArbourNicole Arbour is a Comedian, Recording Artist, Motivator, and emoji lover. Head cheerleader for life, overcoming the impossible! #GOTEAM From her first viral video in 2015 - ' Dear Fat People', Nicole has gained an incredible amount of followers, reaching over 5 million people daily across all her platforms. www.goteamacademy.com Follow at @ibnicolearbour
2021-03-291h 28
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E37 - Kurt BardellaKurt Bardella is the creator & publisher of the Morning Hangover, a daily newsletter about all-things country music. Kurt is also a USA Today & Los Angeles Times Contributor who regularly appears on MSNBC as a political commentator. Kurt spent almost a decade working on Capitol Hill as an advisor to members of the House, Senate, and Congressional Committees.
2021-03-221h 09
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E36 - Danick DupelleDanick Dupelle has been a member country group Emerson Drive for over 20 years, contributing his lead guitar, harmony vocals, songwriting and now production. The group has been nominated for GRAMMYs, CMAs, JUNOs, and are multiple CCMA and ACM winners. Emerson Drive also was the first Canadian group in history to hit #1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in 2007 with their mega-smash “Moments.” Dupelle grew up in Quebec, Canada and has made Nashville, Tennessee his home for the past 20 years. Over the last decade, Dupelle has spent countless hours in the studio honing his music production craft. In 2017, Vibe Reco...
2021-03-1550 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E35 - Frank StalloneThe Frank Stallone Documentary - 'Stallone: Frank, That Is' Available in Canada on Youtube & Google Play https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_UPTzODh-6k&has_verified=1 Grammy and Golden Globe nominated artist Frank Stallone is one of the most versatile actors, singers and musicians in the business. His explosive voice and his range from comedy to drama and rock to blues to big band, leaves audiences entertained and captivated. Frank has garnered three Platinum Albums, ten Gold Albums and five Gold Singles and has acted in over 60 films and TV shows including Walker Texas...
2021-03-081h 40
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E34 - Carmen Kissel-VerrierCarmen Kissel-Verrier's memoir - 'The Butcher Shop Girl' is about LEARNING TO CONQUER UNUSUAL PLACES IN THE NAME OF SURVIVAL Carmen spends her childhood working in her mother’s slaughterhouse in prairie Alberta, tearing through flesh and getting up to trouble. To escape a violent home, she bounces from house to house, working on the family farm, and eventually in the oil patch. At eighteen, Carmen’s competitive craving for money and independence leads her to a career as an exotic dancer. Starting out in seedy small-town dives, she quickly earns her place in high-end clubs throughout North America, becom...
2021-03-0449 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E33 - Steve SainasSteve Sainas has been a professional musician since 1982. For more than a decade, Steve performed throughout Metro Vancouver with several different cover and original rock bands. Then in 1997, Steve shifted his musical focus to the blues and formed his acclaimed rockingblues band, Mud Dog F or almost 20 years Mud Dog was a favourite featured act at The Legendary Yale Hotel as well as on many other stages throughout BC Mud Dog also recorded three albums with t heir second album, River of My Soul receiving a nomination for Best BluesAlbum at the 2008 Western...
2021-03-0151 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E32 - Kenny HessKenny Hess has now been a part of the music industry since the 80’s when he started a life of making music for a living. Born in Outlook Saskatchewan, music was always a part of his life and at just 15 Kenny started traveling the country singing the songs of such greats as Charlie Pride, Don Williams and Merle Haggard and it wasn’t long before he was singing his own songs and sharing the stage with those very same great artists.A prolific songwriter, Kenny was noticed by Nashville’ legendary songwriter Harlan Howard and soon Kenny began writin...
2021-02-221h 21
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E31 - Dayna FrankDayna Frank is President and CEO of First Avenue Productions, Minnesota’s leading independently owned and operated concert venue and promoter. Dayna has expanded the business beyond its star-adorned walls to include the Fine Line, the Turf Club, the Palace Theatre, and the Fitzgerald Theater. She is currently working with the public to develop a Community Performing Arts Center on the Mississippi riverfront. Dayna is a founding Board Member of the National Independent Venue Association (NIVA), working to secure financial support to preserve the national ecosystem of independent venues and promoters. Dayna is a strong LGBTQ+ advocate, a 2018 Henry Cr...
2021-02-1555 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E30 - Gord BamfordAustralian-born and Alberta-raised, Gord Bamford stands as one of the most decorated artists in Canadian country music with an impressive 26 Canadian Country Music Association (CCMA) awards, multi JUNO nominations and the only two-time winner out of Nashville’s Country Music Association (CMA) receiving the 2013 & 2015 CMA Global Country Artist award. But it is his distinctive sound and songwriting ability that defines Gord Bamford as one of country music’s best neo-traditional artists and like so many others that have come before him; Bamford is not an overnight success. He has spent the better part of the last 20 years honing his craf...
2021-02-0855 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E29 - Randy OwenBorn and raised in Welland, Ont., Randy Owen began his radio career at his hometown radio station, 1470 CHOW, which happened to be a country station and began his official role in the country music industry. In 40 years of broadcasting, he's stopped at stations in Kitchener, Mississauga, Brantford and Tillsonburg, including a 3-year stint as host of the Pelmorex Radio Network's nationally syndicated request show "Cryin', Lovin' or Leavin'." In 1988, he was awarded the Country Personality of the Year awards from both the Canadian Country Music Association (CCMA) and the RPM Big Country Awards - the only person to win bo...
2021-02-0159 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E28 - Pat DuboisPat Dubois is the Program Director & Morning Show Host at CKBL-FM (92.9 The Bull) in Saskatoon,Saskatchewan.Born with radio in his blood thanks to his father, Vic Dubois, being a veteran broadcaster with over 50years in the industry, Pat started his radio career at the age of 17, and what started off as a paychequequickly evolved into a passion. Beginning as a “gopher”, Pat spent his early days operating sportsbroadcasts, setting up live-on-locations, and fetching coffee for the announcers. He then spent a fewyears in the...
2021-01-251h 21
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E27 - Cory MarksMixing country music with the hard-hitting stomp of rock & roll, Cory Marks prepares to release new music. Full of autobiographical storytelling, guitar-driven anthems, drinking songs, and breakup ballads, his songs are rooted in the influence of Cory's hometown, where he grew up surrounded by the salt-of-the-earth residents of North Bay, Ontario. It was there where he began playing drums at ten years old. Whenever he wasn't banging along to songs by Deep Purple, Ozzy Osbourne, and Rush, he was listening to his parents' country records, developing a deep appreciation for outlaws like Waylon Jennings and Merle Haggard. Those two...
2021-01-181h 05
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E26 - Julien PaquinRaised in an environment infused with music, creativity and entrepreneurial values, Julien Paquin displayed an inherent wisdom for the live entertainment business from an early age. In 1993, he joined his father Gilles as an agent at Paquin Entertainment Group. Julien's instinctive knack for discovering new artists has helped shape Paquin Artists Agency into an industry leader, cementing his reputation as one of the premier agents in Canada.Under his direction as President of Paquin Artists Agency, the company's roster has steadily grown to over 250 acts spanning a broad spectrum of musical styles. Julien represents such notable artists...
2021-01-111h 15
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast - Greg Adams EP 25Greg Adams is the founder and owner of LakeTown Ranch and hosts many music events, including the annual Sunfest country music festival. Through activities like the Sunfest Country Music Festival, Greg Adams has brought new recognition and prosperity to the Lake Cowichan region while contributing to regional economic development. Laketown Ranch has evolved into a major destination that attracts over 10,000 people for Sunfest, featuring some of the biggest names in country music.
2021-01-0448 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast - Damon Feldman EP 24Damon Feldman was born to be a champion. His father, Marty Feldman was a middleweight champion turned trainer and a member of the Pennsylvania Boxing Hall of fame. After the divorce of his parents, six year old Damon and his younger brother David fell on hard times when their mother was a victim of domestic violence, and became a paraplegic, unable to care for her sons. Marty, struggling at that time, had to place them with family friends. Damon longed to be with his father, and at age ten, begged to go live with him again. Together with some ch...
2020-12-2840 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast - Dan Davidson EP 23One view of his music videos and you will understand that the fun, sincere energy Dan brings to country music is truly unique. The video for “Found” cost only $500 and yet somehow it was top 20 on CMT; the video for “Barn Burner” involved Dan dressing up as a mixture between John Wayne and Elton John, wandering the streets of Tokyo; and of course we cant forget “Say We Did”, which shows Dan converting his garage into a cardboard version Star Ship Enterprise.Expanding his fan base internationally, Dan played shows in Beijing, China and Tours, France. He then went on...
2020-12-211h 17
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast - Jess Moskaluke EP 22An internationally celebrated artist, Jess Moskaluke continues to break barriers in the country music world with her big voice, pop-infused hooks and sonic versatility. The first Canadian female country artist since Shania Twain to achieve CRIA Platinum single status with the hit “Cheap Wine and Cigarettes”, Moskaluke has since gone on to earn CRIA Gold certifications for “Take Me Home”, “Kiss Me Quiet” and a nod for her feature on Paul Brandt’s “I’m An Open Road”. She was also notably the first Canadian female country artist since 2008 to have a song in the Top 3 with “Drive Me Away”, and has notched a...
2020-12-141h 17
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast - Brooke Dunford EP 21Brooke began her career at the head office of The Hudson’s Bay Company in the Marketing and Events department. Over four years Brooke combined retail experience with music, beauty, and pop culture by working on brand launches for celebrities such as Justin Timberlake, Kim Kardashian, and Fergie.A fan-first, Brooke’s introduction to the music industry came as a festivalgoer starting at Boots and Hearts 2012. She quickly fell in love with discovering new artists, the heart-warming emotions that come from a community of fans, and the lifestyle cultivated by a five-day camping event. Brooke officially joined the...
2020-12-0757 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E20 - Shilo BellisShilo graduated from Loyalist College in 2003, and quickly moved to Moncton to start his job in radio. He has been with the stations in Moncton since 2003, starting off doing evenings, moving to afternoons, and taking on music in 2009. The last few years, Shilo has been heading up music for the Stingray New Country radio stations, and over the last year, has been heading up the music for the Real Country radio stations as well.Shilo currently hosts the afternoon show in Fredericton, and Moncton. Also, does evenings for CFCW AM in Alberta.
2020-11-301h 05
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E19 - Kevin Churko"In an era where rock is considered dead, Canadian producer Kevin Churko has amassed 13 US gold or platinum albums, including the triple platinum single by Disturbed, ‘The Sound of Silence’. Along with his son Kane, he has written, produced, engineered, or mixed over 30 top 10 rock radio hits for Ozzy Osbourne, Five Finger Death Punch, Disturbed, In This Moment, Hellyeah, Skillet, Rob Zombie, Halestorm, Papa Roach and most recently, Canadian country star, Cory Marks. He has been awarded 4 Juno awards for Engineer of the Year, 2 Dove awards, and has been nominated for an additional 4 Junos (including Producer of the Year) and...
2020-11-231h 14
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E19 - Kevin Churko"In an era where rock is considered dead, Canadian producer Kevin Churko has amassed 13 US gold or platinum albums, including the triple platinum single by Disturbed, ‘The Sound of Silence’. Along with his son Kane, he has written, produced, engineered, or mixed over 30 top 10 rock radio hits for Ozzy Osbourne, Five Finger Death Punch, Disturbed, In This Moment, Hellyeah, Skillet, Rob Zombie, Halestorm, Papa Roach and most recently, Canadian country star, Cory Marks. He has been awarded 4 Juno awards for Engineer of the Year, 2 Dove awards, and has been nominated for an additional 4 Junos (including Producer of the Year) and...
2020-11-2300 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E18 - Jeff TimmonsMassillon Ohio native Jeff Timmons is the founding member of the internationally acclaimed, multi-platinum, Grammy Nominated selling group 98 Degrees, which has sold over 15 million albums with 4 top 5 radio singles.The group produced mega-hits such as “The Hardest Thing”, “I do”, “Because of You”, and the number one hit single featuring Mariah Carey called, “Thank God I Found You.” The group also collaborated with Stevie Wonder on the song, “True to Your Heart”, on the soundtrack for Disney’s hit animated feature Mulan. 98 Degrees’ albums have reached gold or platinum status in more than 60 countries around the world.After his success w...
2020-11-1655 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E17 - Anya WilsonAnya Wilson is the one of the top Publicist/ Radio Trackers in Country Music and the 2019 Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame Stan Klees Builder Award Inductee "You should write a book." Publicist/radio tracker Anya Wilson has heard those words a million times over the course of her remarkable career. Though Anya has played a major role in building up Canada as a leading country music source, her work history is considerably deeper, including promoting David Bowie, Marc Bolan and Sir Paul McCartney in the UK. Anya moved to Canada in 1979, and became the Na...
2020-11-091h 06
MWO SportsUmpire Jim Cressman on the World Series, Coyotes Draft Controversy, Former Listowel Cyclones Captain Caleb Warren Ryan and Clarkey talk with umpire and friend of the show Jim Cressman on the Dodgers winning the World Series.They also discuss the Arizona Coyotes draft controversy surrounding Mitchell Miller.Then, former Listowel Cyclones captain Caleb Warren joins the show to talk about the equipment drive he and former team mates did for the northern community of Atikokan. Finally, wagering expert Kris Abbott from Coolbet gives the hot lines for the NFL in week 8.Subscribe on all the best podcast apps, follow on...
2020-11-0249 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E16 - Clayton BellamyA veteran in the country music industry with a career spanning over 15 years, Clayton Bellamy is a true renaissance man; award winning musician, family man and even Motorcross racing star, once ranking 4th in Canada. Originally from rural Bonnyville, Alberta, he is surely no stranger to the world of country music with a career filled with accolades and achievements including multiple awards (such as a Juno for Best Country Recording, a four time Canadian Country Music Award winner, and SOCAN Songwriter of the Year). Bellamy has dominated the stage performing at the Grand Old Opry and even for President...
2020-11-0243 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E15 - Tracy MartinTracy Martin has been serving as President of the CCMA since July of 2017. Martin is a media executive with 17 years of experience in marketing, production, TV programming, as well as digital, artist and event management. Her most recent position, prior to CCMA President, was at Corus Entertainment where she ran the content strategy for the W Network, OWN, Lifetime, Cosmo and Country Music Television, in addition to overseeing the launch of the CMT Music Festival and the production team. Prior to her work at Corus, Martin was head of marketing for MuchMusic and MTV as well as the Vice...
2020-10-261h 08
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E14 - Shannon McNevanBorn and raised in Peterborough, Ontario, Shannon attended Bowdoin College in southern Maine on a hockey scholarship where he served as Captain his final year. Upon graduation, he took his hockey career to Germany and began focusing on learning the business side of the game serving as General Manager for multiple professional teams. After turning around three separate franchises and becoming one of the leading GMs in Europe, Shannon shifted his entrepreneurial spirit towards music. In 2011, he founded the Boots and Hearts Music Festival, which in 2015 became the largest country camping music festival in Canada, and second largest globally b...
2020-10-191h 14
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E13 - Gil CunninghamAs President of Neste Event Marketing, Gil Cunningham, along with his wife and business partner, run one of the most successful talent buying and event marketing companies in the industry. Gil began his career in the event business as a talent buyer in 1972 before moving into event production in 1988. In 2003, Gil joined Neste Event Marketing to bring his talent buying expertise to an established and well-respected event marketing and sponsorship company. In 2019, Neste Event Marketing joined Live Nation Entertainment. Today, Neste is considered one of the top talent buying companies in North America. Working on behalf of cl...
2020-10-1246 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E12 - Jason McCoyJason McCoy may be one of Canada's most versatile Country Music Artists. With his solo career, he was named Male Vocalist of the Year at the Canadian Country Music Awards, has 3 SOCAN Song of the Year awards, 19 CCMA nominations and 5 Juno nominations (all for Best Country Male Vocalist). He was also awarded the Global Artist Award at the CMA Awards in Nashville. In 2004 he formed The Road Hammers. A country rock group composed of Jason McCoy, Clayton Bellamy and Chris Byrne. The trio's music is influenced by 1960s and 1970s trucker music and Southern rock. Their first s...
2020-10-051h 03
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E11 - Mike DenneyMike Denney is a man with a smile and a vision, acknowledged by many as a fervent champion of the Canadian music industry and his clients around the world. With roots in Toronto, he brings a multitude of expertise, creativity and knowledge along with his record business acumen to the industry and the award winning artists he proudly works with.An honoured former member of the Canadian Independent Music Association (CIMA) Board of Directors and former member of the Board of Directors for the Canadian Country Music Association® (CCMA®), Mike Denney’s passion and steadfast support for the...
2020-09-281h 15
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E10 - Kurt DahlKurt Dahl is an industry leader in Entertainment Law in Canada and the Drummer in his band One Bad Son. As a musician, he's toured North America frequently with his band One Bad Son, scored five top 10 singles and a #1 song, released 9 albums with various artists, and have worked closely with major industry players like 604 Records, The Feldman Agency, Frontside Group, Strut Entertainment, and Hive Management. One Bad Son has toured arenas with Def Leppard, Shinedown, and Judas Priest, and in 2019 shared the bill with The Rolling Stones in front of 70,000 people. As a lawyer, he...
2020-09-2148 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E9 - Pam MatthewsPam Matthews is a proven leader with four decades in the entertainment business. She began her career at age fifteen as a runner for Mid South Concerts in Memphis. Today, she serves the industry as executive director of one of its most influential trade organizations.Matthews toured internationally in the early 80s as an accountant for KISS and Ozzy Osbourne. She was part of the team that constructed and managed Starwood Amphitheater, the first venue owned & operated by Live Nation (then Pace Concerts). In 1988, Matthews began her twelve-year tenure with The Judds. Matthews was named General Manager...
2020-09-141h 06
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E8 - George DucasGeorge Ducas’ self-titled debut album on Capitol Records yielded four Billboard charting songs, including “Teardrops” and the Top 10 smash “Lipstick Promises”. His second album yielded two more Billboard charting songs and included a Grammy nomination. During this time, he also began notching scores of hits as a songwriter for artists such as Garth Brooks, Sara Evans, Eli Young Band, Randy Rogers Band, Gary Allan, Dixie Chicks, Trisha Yearwood and more. All together to date, Ducas has been a part of studio albums that have sold more than 20 million copies and even garnered a Grammy nomination.Four albums (and countl...
2020-09-071h 09
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E7 - Brian KeaneBrian is a qualified personal trainer, sports nutritionist and strength and conditioning coach. He is the best selling author of the book The Fitness Mindset and currently travels the world as a professional speaker. He also hosts the #1 podcast The Brian Keane Podcast. Brian is former primary schools teacher turned fitness entrepreneur. After retiring from the world of professional fitness modelling in 2015, he now does ultra endurance events all around the world. In April 2018, he ran the famous Marathon Des Sables, which entails six self-sufficient back-to-back marathons through the Sahara Desert in Morocco. In February 2019, he ran 230km through th...
2020-08-311h 04
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E6 - Carmen ChoneyCarmen Choney has been in the music business for over a decade and is one of the top contenders in her field. She has been the Road Manager for the likes of Aaron Pritchett, Chad Brownlee and currently Jess Moskaluke. She has been instrumental in entrenching the brand of MDM Recordings. one of the mainstay independent labels in Canadian Country.
2020-08-241h 10
The Leading Edge: Umpire StoriesBottom of the 6th (Part 2) - Jim CressmanThanks for coming back to part 2 of the Bottom Of The 6th Episode where Leading Edge Entertainment talks with Jim Cressman.
Topics covered in this half of the interview are his experiences at the 1988 Olympic games in Seoul South Korea, hiding out with security in a secret location to watch the Men's 100M final, being named the 1990 international umpire of the year & 1991 Canadian Air Canada Amateur Official of the Year, almost calling a balk on Jim Abbott and getting a gift from Tino Martinez and his family.
So sit back, relax, get ready...
2020-08-201h 03
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E5 - Ron KitchenerRon Kitchener is the founder of RGK Entertainment Group, The umbrella of RGK Entertainment Group includes: Open Road Recordings, Canada's #1 country record label; publishing companies Roots Three Music and Rogue 11, DART Events, a touring events planning company, Top Country.ca, Canada's premiere country music source and RGK One Shot Productions.RGK remains strongly focused on artist management and development. Management Company of the Year six years in a row (2009 – 2014), eight times total, with Kitchener himself winning Manager of the Year 14 times at the Canadian Country Music Awards (CCMA).RGK Entertainment’s innovative management style and business a...
2020-08-171h 14The Leading Edge: Umpire StoriesBottom of the 6th (Part 1) - Jim CressmanOn part 1 of the Bottom Of The 6th Episode Leading Edge Entertainment talks with an umpire who worked MiLB, was at the centre of an immigration issue when the US immigration department would not renew work Visas for non-american umpires in the 1970s, has worked 9 international baseball championships including the 1988 Olympic Games & 1993 World University games and was a 36 year sports reporter for the London Free Press - Jim Cressman.
Topics covered are his love of mentoring younger officials, enjoying adult beverages with John McSherry & having Steve Palermo drive his mother's car home, working the 1993 World U...
2020-08-1559 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E4 - Dave HartDave Hart is a world renowned producer, promoter, manager and the world-wide agent for Ringo Starr. Dave is the co-founder of Powerline Entertainment with his wife, Ronni Lynn Hart. His time in the industry spans over 40 years and he's played an integral role in over 30,000 live events
2020-08-1039 min
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E3 - Sean BaconSean is a Canadian Armed Forces Veteran with 12 years of experience and training in Mental Toughness, Leadership, Psychological Resiliency and Body Language. He has trained Soldiers and Law Enforcement to perform at elite levels of success and to thrive under adverse conditions. Furthering his drive to serve, he founded Dynamic Shift Consulting, which currently represents a wide range of corporate and athletic clients internationally. DSC specializes in "Mental Toughness", which brings to bear the ability to be operationally resilient to any situation or environment.https://www.dynamic-shift.com/
2020-08-031h 33
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E2 - Aaron PritchettAaron Pritchett is a multiple award winning songwriter, artist and one of the most celebrated performers in the country music format. He's scored a #1 radio air play single with 'Better When I Do' and sold over 50,000 hard tickets on his last headline tour in Canada.
2020-07-271h 09
The Jim Cressman PodcastThe Jim Cressman Podcast E1 - George CanyonEpisode 1 is with George Canyon, a Canadian Country Music Star, Pilot, Diabetes Spokesperson and Father.
2020-07-1559 min
IEBA PodcastIEBA Interviews - Jim Cressman, Invictus Entertainment GroupFor many of us, the most difficult part of preparing to resume business operations is uncertainty. Jim Cressman hopped on a Zoom call to tell us what's on his mind as he juggles rescheduling, compliance with local government, and constant communication with clients and partners - all while taking time to reflect on his approach and inject some new ideas into his business model.
2020-05-2718 min
The Travel WinsJim Cressman | country music agent, manager and concert promoter Invictus EntertainmentJim Cressman is my guest today. Jim is the founder of Invictus Entertainment Group based in Canada. He works as music agent to some incredible country music artists like, Aaron Pritchett, George Canyon, Cory Marks, Brett Kissell and several others. To expand and learn more about the music business, Jim expanded his business into show producing and promoting.“When I’m on the road I’m all about business, so I try and keep my travel period to 4 days or less so that I can see my family within the week regardless” – Jim CressmanWe had a great ch...
2020-05-1351 minThe Travel WinsJim Cressman | country music agent, manager and concert promoter Invictus EntertainmentJim Cressman is my guest today. Jim is the founder of Invictus Entertainment Group based in Canada. He works as music agent to some incredible country music artists like, Aaron Pritchett, George Canyon, Cory Marks, Brett Kissell and several others. To expand and learn more about the music business, Jim expanded his business into show producing and promoting.“When I’m on the road I’m all about business, so I try and keep my travel period to 4 days or less so that I can see my family within the week regardless” – Jim CressmanWe had a great ch...
2020-05-1351 min
LIFE AS A DIABETIC - THE HIGHS AND LOWSEpisode 6: Improving physical health and well-being with my manager and friend, Jim CressmanGeorge chats with his long-time friend and music career manager Jim Cressman about personal discipline with his overall health and well-being by including physical activity and exercise into his daily routine. They discuss how focusing on fitness and health, not just diabetics, can boost your own productivity, performance and resilience, as part of living a healthy lifestyle.
2020-05-0632 min
Make A Scene CanadaMAS guest Jim Cressman Invictus Entertainment Group, music by Washboard Union and Ajaye JardineMake a Scene with Cherelle Jardine on Pacific Northwest Radio at 8 pm. Interview with Jim Cressman from Invictus Entertainment Group. Hear who's playing where on the Make a Scene Music calendar ... plus music by The Washboard Union and Ajaye Jardine.Sponsored by Zed Productions - a full service production company offering the best studios and services to suit your project and budget, from recording to mixing and mastering. Contact Sheldon Zaharko @sheldonzaharko.com
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2018-10-2454 min
Promoter101Promoter 101 # 72 - Paradigm's Sam Hunt, Invictus' Jim CressmanThis week on Promoter 101 - Paradigm's Sam Hunt talks about his start in the business working for Tom Windish, and his current success with Diplo to Run The Jewels. Invictus' Jim Cressman is one of Canada's Last independent concert promoters, Ticketmaster's David Marcus walks us through verified fan, and Greg Parmley joins us for an ILMC preview, plus Dan and Luke Break down the News of the Week.
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2018-03-021h 10
Promoter101Promoter 101 # 72 - Paradigm's Sam Hunt, Invictus' Jim CressmanThis week on Promoter 101 - Paradigm's Sam Hunt talks about his start in the business working for Tom Windish, and his current success with Diplo to Run The Jewels. Invictus' Jim Cressman is one of Canada's Last independent concert promoters, Ticketmaster's David Marcus walks us through verified fan, and Greg Parmley joins us for an ILMC preview, plus Dan and Luke Break down the News of the Week. Email: steiny@promoter101.netTweet the Guys: https://twitter.com/Promoters101Tweet Dan: https://twitter.com/TheJewTweet Luke: https://twitter.com/wlukepierceFollow us...
2018-03-021h 10
Journeys with the No Schedule ManStories of a Former Umpire & Sportswriter - Jim CressmanJim Cressman is a professional baseball umpire and retired sportswriter. He still umpires and has been doing so for over 50 years. I know Jim best as a sportswriter. For decades, Jim covered sports for the London Free Press, the daily paper in the city where we live. He was responsible for all kinds of topics, including the old London Tigers baseball team we had here for a time (an Eastern League AA affiliate of the Detroit Tigers), the London Knights of the Ontario Hockey League, all kinds of major league sporting events, and even auto racing coverage out at...
2016-12-201h 23