ANNUAL REPORT September 1, 2013 - August 31, 2014 CONTENTS

210-2300 Dewdney Ave President’s Report ...... 3 Regina SK S4R 1H5 Canada Executive Director’s Report ...... 4 202-226 20th St W Treasurer’s Report ...... 5 SK S7L 0V6 Canada Profile ...... 6 P: 306-347-0676 (main switchboard) or Member Survey...... 7 1-800-347-0676 (toll free within Sask.) Programs and Activities ...... 8-14 F: 306-347-7735 A Year of SaskMusic ...... 15

www.saskmusic.org Workshops ...... 16-17 [email protected] Export Strategy Highlights ...... 18-22 Facebook: www.facebook.com/SaskMusic1 Releases ...... 23 Twitter: @SaskMusic Instagram: SaskMusic Award Nominees and Winners ...... 24-26 Artist Showcases ...... 27 Board of Directors ...... 28-30

COVER, L TO R: Staff ...... 30-31 DEF 3, MIDEM 2014 / POOR NAMELESS BOY, FOLK ALLIANCE 2014 / WE WERE LOVERS, M FOR 2013 / AMY NELSON, NEXT THING Audited Financial Statements ...... 32-43 THING 2014 (PHOTO: CHRIS GRAHAM PHOTOGRAPHY)

KEIFFER MCLEAN & THE CURIOSITY CLUB, CMW 2014 / ANDY SHAUF, SXSW 2014

GUNNER AND SMITH, OSAC SHOWCASE 2013

ANDINO SUNS, CREATIVE SASK LAUNCH EVENT 2013 / THE SPOILS, BREAKOUT WEST 2013 / GEORGE LEACH, SASKIE BRUNCH AT 2013 JUNOS

SLOW DOWN MOLASSES, SXSW 2014 / TENILLE ARTS, NEXT THING THING 2014 (PHOTO: CHRIS GRAHAM PHOTOGRAPHY)

WE THANK:

Photo: Def 3 and FACTOR perform at the creative sask launch event, 2013.

2 SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG PRESIDENT’S REPORT

BY DAWN WORONIUK

This has been a big year for SaskMusic and its members! September started with the launch of Creative , which would not only change the way SaskMusic is funded, but also the other cultural sectors in the province including visual arts and craft, publishing, screen-based media and performing arts. The biggest change for SaskMusic in this transition was the departure of our CEO JP Ellson, as he moved on to take the CEO position at Creative Saskatchewan. I would personally like to take this opportunity to thank JP for all his hard work, and the vision he provided to SaskMusic over the years. Thankfully we still get to work with him very closely in his new position! Thanks again JP.

That, of course, left a void in the leadership of SaskMusic. We were fortunate that we had the best staff pos- sible to hold the fort during our search for a new Executive Director. After putting out a cross-country job posting for we received over 70 applications, we narrowed it down to the top candidates. The hiring com- mittee, myself included, were so very pleased that we had such passionate, driven individuals wanting this role with SaskMusic. It was my pleasure to announce at the 2014 JUNO Awards Weekend in Winnipeg that Derek Bachman had accepted the Executive Director position. The reception he and the board received dur- ing that weekend only solidified that we had made the right choice. Under Derek’s leadership, the staff of SaskMusic has never been stronger and the Board could not be happier with the great work they have been doing. On behalf of the Board, we can’t thank the staff and management enough for all the hard work and dedication they have put into SaskMusic. We know that we have the best people in the industry working for our members.

I also want to thank the Board of Directors of SaskMusic for all of their work over the past year. This has to be one of the best boards I have ever worked with. Every board member engages and contributes, which only helps to strengthen the organization. I am so very proud to be on this board and to serve with our other directors.

With our continued support from Creative Saskatchewan, and Derek at the helm along with his amazing team, the next year will be an exciting one - and even bigger for SaskMusic and its members.

WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 3 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT

BY DEREK BACHMAN

It’s been another great year for SaskMusic, full of both growth of the organization and several changes. This is our first year of funding under the umbrella of Creative Saskatchewan, for both our core op- erating and programming funding. This year Creative Saskatchewan also assumed the SaskMusic Investment Programs which we had been delivering to supply travel support, marketing initiatives and record- ing programs. Prior to this transition, SaskMusic distributed just under $160,000 in grants to the Saskatchewan music industry.

This shift also instigated a change in management at SaskMusic, with JP Ellson taking the CEO position at Creative Saskatchewan in February 2014, and my accepting the ED position here at SaskMusic in April. I would like to thank JP for his dedication and contributions to our orga- nization over the past five years. There were also several other staffing changes in our offices this last year. In May, Lisa Lanigan also left us to take a position at Creative Saskatchewan, and in June Jen Eisler finished her temporary contract with us. I would like to thank them both for their hard work and commitment to SaskMusic.

We welcomed several new staff to our team this year; in the Saskatoon office, Bethani Jade, Administrative Assistant came on board in December 2013, and in July 2014 our new Program Manager Kaelen Klypak; and in Regina, Brittney MacFarlane joined us as our new Administrative Assistant. Rebecca Windjack moved into the role of Program & Education Coordinator, and Lorena Kelly’s role changed to Communications & Opera- tions Manager.

This year, the staff and board undertook extensive planning sessions, spending 2 days in January in strategic planning, reviewing what we do as an organization and how (and if) that could change with the formation of Creative Saskatchewan. Staff then took that and did a full review of all of our programming and commu- nications, as well as completing a full member survey. This process resulted in great new ideas and ways to improve what we do and what we offer to our membership.

The SaskMusic staff has worked incredibly hard delivering another great year of programming, communica- tions and opportunities for our members, and growing our industry on local, national and international lev- els. As you can see outlined in the pages of this final report you will see just how much we do as an organiza- tion. I’m incredibly proud of what SaskMusic has achieved this year because of the hard work and passion from both the Board of Directors and the Staff.

I would like to thank the board, staff and all of the SaskMusic members for making it a fantastic year and I look forward to the future and growth of this organization, and of the music industry in Saskatchewan.

4 SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG TREASURER’S REPORT

BY SUSAN BUSSE

This has been a year of significant change in funding. The previous funding agreement with the Ministry of Parks, Culture and Sport expired in August 2013 as we entered a 7-month funding agreement with the newly created government agency Creative Saskatchewan. The 7-month time period was based on our intention to realign the fiscal year cycle, effective 2014, to April 1-March 31 to match Creative Saskatchewan’s fiscal year. Although this request was at that time denied by Canada Revenue Agency, SaskMusic has since corrected the application deficiencies and received approval for a fiscal year end change to be effective beginning April 1, 2015.

Summary: Statement of Financial Position: Statement of Revenue & Expenditures: Assets = $422,268 Revenues = $1,052,765 Liabilities = $118,512 Expenses = $971,619 Net Assets = $303,756 Net Revenue = $80,977

The 2013/14 revised 12 month budget represents the largest budget SaskMusic has ever operated in a fiscal year, with total revenues of $1,052,765. There are a few reasons for this increase: a) SaskMusic has maintained a strong programming initiative. b) The Creative Saskatchewan Trade Mission in Los Angeles increased both revenues and expenses by $52,175. This is not recognized as a SaskMusic initiative rather a multi sector initiative that we only managed on behalf of Creative Saskatchewan. c) Deferred Revenues from the previous fiscal totaled $89,213 which included $44,080 from the Sas- katchewan Arts Board for a Transition Fund grant received for Export Development, $37,084 from the Investment Program for artist grants that had not been completed and paid out at year-end, and $8,049 from private radio broadcasting sponsorships allocated to specific programs in this fiscal.

Considering expenses, this gives a surplus of $80,977 this year with $56,135 of that to be deferred into the next fiscal year for outstanding Investment Program grants still in progress.

Cash at the beginning of year was $264,576 and at end of year was $270,047. That includes a $100,000 re- serve fund held in redeemable GICs. SaskMusic also holds a $20,000 line of credit which is at $0 balance.

The relationship between SaskMusic and Creative Saskatchewan remains solid and funding is expected to continue in a similar fashion in the near future. Through a combination of conservative budgeting, good management by the Executive Director and staff and wise governance from the Board of Directors, SaskMusic continues to be fiscally healthy.

WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 5 PROFILE

The Bylaws of SaskMusic express its mandate as follows: • Organizational Development and Management: to ensure that the infrastructure and mechanisms for strong and focused 1. To assist in the development and promotion of Saskatchewan organizational growth are in place. musical artists and the industry on a provincial, national and • Funding Development and Management: to ensure that international level. SaskMusic actively seeks to establish and secure the funding 2. To increase recognition of the Industry as a vital element of the needed to realize the goals of the organization in sector economy and cultural identity of the Province of Saskatchewan. development. VISION MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS & STRUCTURES • We envision a future where Saskatchewan’s music industry is Universal benefits for all membership categories include: vigorously healthy; progressive; and musically and culturally • You’ll receive information including our newsletter, The Session; diverse; and preferential placement of your news/new releases; • Where its value and quality is acknowledged with pride at home, • Enhanced Directory and show listings on our website; and with acclaim beyond our borders; • One-on-one consultations (Career Tracks) with our staff and • And where all benefit from Saskatchewan music. mentors, including guidance with funding applications; • Ability to participate in Music2Media; MISSION • Faxing and photocopying (up to 100 pages/month per member); SaskMusic stimulates growth and development in the Saskatchewan • Discounts on advertising; music industry through leadership, promotion, training, advocacy and • Discounts or free admission to events and SaskMusic workshops; partnership. • Discounts or fee waivers to SaskMusic performance opportunities; CORE BELIEFS • Ability to apply for SaskMusic-member-only opportunities such • Saskatchewan’s music industry has enormous creative talent; as Export Opportunities and compilation projects. • Music industry professionals are entitled to fair and equitable compensation; Membership Categories: • Music is an integral part of Saskatchewan’s cultural identity; Youth: (For those 19 years of age or younger) • Saskatchewan’s music industry has the capability to succeed on a • All Universal Benefits. global scale; • The music industry is a major contributor to Saskatchewan’s Individual: economic development. • All universal benefits; • Nomination and voting eligibility for BreakOut West; KEY STRATEGIC ACTIONS • Nomination and voting eligibility for the SaskMusic Board of • Communications, Public Relations and Marketing: to ensure that Directors. the promotion of the Saskatchewan music industry is effective in raising awareness of the talent and capacity of the industry Band: (Equal to two individual memberships) locally, nationally and internationally. • Two people each receive all individual and universal benefits; • Partnership Development and Management: to ensure that • Additional band members will receive access to workshops and current partnerships and key relationships remain strong and consultations. that SaskMusic actively strives to forge new and meaningful partnerships within the cultural sector, the private sector, and Corporate: (For companies who have an office in Saskatchewan) tourism sector. • Two individuals of the corporation each receive all individual and • Education, Professional Development and Training: to ensure universal benefits; that Saskatchewan artists and music industry professionals have • Special recognition on our website. access to the tools and knowledge needed to assist them in succeeding in their career or business development. Memberships are valid for 365 days from date of purchase. For more information, visit www.SaskMusic.org > About Us.

YOUNG BENJAMINS, BREAKOUT WEST 2013; JESS MOSKALUKE, CCMA SONGWRITER’S CAFE 2013 (COURTESY GRANT W. MARTIN PHOTOGRAPHY); MEGAN NASH, OSAC SHOWCASE 2013.

6 SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG MEMBER SURVEY We conducted a comprehensive survey in spring 2014. Here are some Where are you located? highlights; we had a very good 35% return rate, so that results can be Regina 40.00% Saskatoon 35.71% considered accurate to within 95% with a 6.6% margin of error. THANK Rural 15.00% Other city 9.29% YOU to everyone who participated in the survey. Your age: Note: Numbers may not equal 100% due to rounding. In some cases, 16 to 19 1.43% 20 to 30 40.71% only the top responses are included for brevity. 31 to 44 30.71% 45 to 54 13.57% The Big Question 55 to 64 11.43% 65 and over 2.14% The largest change is in the 20-30 year old group; in 2011, only 16% of our Thinking about everything SaskMusic does, how satisfied overall are members who replied fell in this group. you with your membership? Very satisfied 45.07% Gender: 71% of our members are male. Satisfied 37.32% What is the MAIN role you play in the music industry? (top answers) Not sure/haven’t utilized much 15.49% Musician or vocalist (freelance session, or band member) 47.98% Unsatisfied 2.11% Front person (solo artist or DJ) 16.18% 2011 responses: Very satisfied 40%, Satisfied 33%, Neutral 23%, Unsatisfied 3% Songwriter/composer 15.03% Do you think you will renew your membership when it expires again? The majority of our members identify primarily as artists, songwriters Yes 87.13% and/or musicians (79.19% total). Those counting artist, songwriter or mu- Undecided 11.11% sicians as their secondary roles are also the majority. This remains consis- No 1.75% tent over time. What is the main reason you joined SaskMusic (or continue to remain Priorities a member?) (top answers) Our highest-ranked priorities, based on members’ rating of the follow- General information/to be more involved in industry 61.05% ing as “important” or “very important”: To support the work that SaskMusic does 9.3% Promote Sask. artists and industry locally, nationally, For personal consultations/Career Tracks bookings 9.3% internationally: 99.37% To attend workshops 4.65% Advocate for more live performance opportunities in Sask.: 91.72% To apply for other opportunities (i.e. export missions) 4.65% Build pride of our own artists within Sask: 95.42% Members are members for largely intangible reasons. These are the same Provide media with Sask music news: 93.63% top 5 reasons as 2011. Develop Canadian markets for our artists: 98.71% Member Profile Develop export markets for our artists: 92.26% Advocate for your needs to funding agencies: 98.09% How long have you been a member of SaskMusic? Offer business training (how to book tours, marketing, etc.): 94.94% Less than 1 year 25.57% 1-3 years 26.14% Offer creative training (songwriting, clinics, etc.): 70.06% 3-5 years 18.18% 5-10 years 21.59% Advocate for rights – fair compensation, int’l work visas, etc.: 96.84% More than 10 years 8.52% This is a significant shift from 2011, where 24% had been members 10+ Programs and Services years, and 11% less than a year (other groups remained fairly constant). Our highest-ranked programs/services, based on members’ rating of This may be reflected in results wherein new members have not yet had a the following as “important” or “very important”: chance to take advantage of, or become aware of, all our programs. Advocating for our industry to government: 96.82% One on one consults and availability of staff/mentors to answer How long have you been working professionally in the music industry? questions (Career Tracks): 94.3% 0-5 years 28.78% 5-10 years 28.06% Promotion/support of live music events using Sask. artists: 94.27% 10-15 years 10.79% 15-25 years 9.35% National market opportunities for artists/industry to (eg hosting 25 years+ 12.95% Not professional yet 10.07% networking events at national conferences): 94.27% We rephrased this question for 2014. Previously, the average length of Our e-release: 94.12% time working “professionally” in the industry was 16 years. Promoting our music to the public through ads, media interviews What type of education have you received? (Select ALL that apply) and answering questions: 93.59% Graduated high school 25.00% Business workshops (social media, taxes, marketing etc): 91.14% Bachelor’s degree 21.88% Export/int’l opportunities (eg sponsored showcases): 88.54% College or 1-2 years post secondary 17.97% Website news and articles (www.saskmusic.org): 87.82% University or 3-4 years post secondary 8.59% Music2Media (new releases distribution to Sask media): 87.26% More than 4 years post secondary 7.03% For more information on the survey, please contact us. We will con- Master’s degree 6.25% tinue to refer to this members’ feedback in the year ahead! Other 9.38%

WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 7 PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES SaskMusic Investment Programs • Marketing Initiatives: Assisted with marketing initiatives which may include (but are not limited to) website development, pub- In the fall of 2012, SaskMusic announced a series of investment licists, radio trackers, promotional videos, courier/postage, press programs designed to help the Saskatchewan music industry build kit development and production, logos/artwork/graphic design, its skills and enhance the level of product produced. As part of a pilot professional photography and telephone services. funding with the Ministry of Parks, Culture and Sport, SaskMusic would support a variety of initiatives for our industry. The • Tour Support: Assisted with tour expenses. The project must funding would also allow SaskMusic to have an increased presence include a minimum of 6 confirmed dates that comprise a tour, of at national and international events, thus bringing the sounds of which 2 dates can be promotional appearances on radio/TV/etc. Saskatchewan to the world. • Showcase Support: Supported Sask. artists invited to perform at professionally organized music industry showcases, designed to Investments offered represent a portion of the applied-for project’s enhance their presence in the marketplace. The maximum funding overall budget. Applications were invited from commercial artists available to any one applicant for the Showcase Support Program is and recording industry professionals, and evaluated by a peer jury of $4000 per fiscal year. industry professionals. • Single/Demo Sound Recording: Assisted with the production of a Overview: “The SaskMusic Investment Program enables artists and high-fidelity single or demo recording, which may then be released music industry professionals to engage in activities that will enhance commercially, used for self-promotion, and/or to court the attention their music and/or professional careers, and contribute to the overall of labels/agents/producers. Projects must be completely recorded development of the Saskatchewan music industry. This program is for and mixed in Sask. at Sask. facilities and by Sask. residents. artists at all stages of development, and it is the responsibility of the • Commercial Sound Recording: Assisted with the production of an applicant to make a strong argument that this project is the critical EP or album sound recording, intended for commercial release. Only next step in their career. Applications are adjudicated by an external production expenses accrued in Saskatchewan at facilities and pay- jury of peers using a scored list of criteria, with the highest-scoring ap- able to companies/residents in the province are eligible. plications being recommended for funding.” • Industry Travel Support: Supported Saskatchewan music industry On October 10/2013, we announced that the new marketing agency professionals attending professionally organized music industry Creative Saskatchewan would assume delivery of Travel Support and events (music conference, music trade show, music networking Marketing Initiatives, and later in 2014 they assumed delivery of the event, etc), in significantly developing new business relationships. Single/Demo Sound Recording and Commercial Sound Recording Pro- grams as well, wrapping up the SaskMusic Investment Program.

L TO R: BELLE PLAINE, CREATIVE SASK LA MISSION 2013; IN TUNE 2014 COMPILATION CD; VALENTINES PLAYLIST PROMO; GEORGE LEACH RECEIVING A 2014 (PHOTO COURTESY: CARAS) MUSIC, MONEY & TAXES WORKSHOP 2014; BASTARD POETRY, CMW 2014;

8 SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG Approved Funding Recipients In this fiscal we approved 53 projects for funding, representing a total investment of $157,288.87.

Single/Demo Sound Recording November 13/2013 Intake Travel Support - open intake, approvals prior to Oct 10/2013 Annette, Regina $1,000.00 Castle River, Saskatoon $1,500.00 - CMJ, New York NY Dan Holbrow, Regina $1,000.00 Codie Prevost, Saskatoon $698.73 - Americana Music Awards, Doug Sylvester, North Battleford $1,000.00 Festival & Conference, Nashville TN Johnny Hatch & The Lost Disciples, Regina $1,000.00 Factor, Saskatoon $1,500.00 - Pop Montreal, Montreal QC Lisa Moen, Saskatoon $1,000.00 Grant Hall, Regina $1,000.00 - AES, New York NY and September Long, Saskatoon $1,000.00 WOMEX, Cardiff UK The Basement Paintings, Saskatoon $300.00 Jess Moskaluke, Langenburg $1,500.00 - Breakout West, AB The Pxrtals, Saskatoon $1,000.00 Indigo Joseph, Regina $1,025.00 - Breakout West, Calgary AB The Ultimate Power Duo, Saskatoon $1,000.00 Indigo Joseph, Regina $2,500.00 - Canadian Tour Jason Cullimore, Regina $1,190.00 - Breakout West, Calgary, AB Single/Demo Sound Recording March 17/2014 Intake JJ Voss, Regina $2,178.00 - Americana Music Awards, Crestwood Music $850.00 Festival & Conference, Nashville TN John Antoniuk & Jen Lane, Saskatoon $1,275.00 John Antoniuk, Saskatoon $2,500.00 - Eastern Canadian Tour Lyn McGinnis, Saskatoon $1,083.75 Michel Lalonde, Regina $750.00 - Contact Ouest, Victoria BC White Women $1,275.00 Mike Dawson, Regina $1,000.00 - CMJ, New York NY Wolfen Rabbits $779.88 Paddy Tutty, Saskatoon $500.00 - , Commercial Sound Recording November 13/2013 Intake Mississauga ON Andy Shauf, Regina $5,450.00 Rah Rah, Regina $4,000.00 - United States Tour B.D. Willoughby, Regina $7,325.00 RationaL, Saskatoon $2,500.00 - Canadian Tour Close Talker, Saskatoon $3,300.00 Slow Down Molasses, Saskatoon $3,000.00 - CMJ, New York NY Dumb Angel, Saskatoon $3,715.00 Stephen Cooley, Saskatoon $1,400.00 - Pop Montreal, Montreal QC Eden, Regina $6,000.00 , Saskatoon $2,500.00 - Reeperbahn, Hamburg DE Indigo Joseph, Regina $4,250.00 Jeffery Straker, Regina $2,650.00 From its launch in September 2012 until the program closed, the Keiffer Mclean, Regina $3,180.00 SaskMusic Investment Program received 255 applications for funding, Library Voices, Regina $6,000.00 representing over $650,000 in requests. The program approved 107 New Jacobin Club, Saskatoon $2,500.00 Saskatchewan applicants, with a total of $305,969 in funding pro- Nick Faye & The Deputies, Regina $1,357.51 vided. The Dead South, Regina $6,277.00 As of fiscal year end, we have a number of grant projects still “in The Pistolwhips, Saskatoon $7,250.00 progress” by artists, thus the applicable grant monies will be carried Val Halla, Regina $3,595.00 forward into the new fiscal. We Were Lovers, Saskatoon $6,550.00 “SaskMusic is a fabulous organization. I received a $1000 grant and it was Commercial Sound Recording March 17/2014 Intake extremely helpful to get the ball rolling for my recording. It was the first Belle Plaine, Regina $4,184.00 grant I have received since going solo in my musical career, and I appreci- Foam Lake, Saskatoon $8,600.00 ated the helpful staff in the process of paperwork etc, since that’s not my Jeffery Straker, Regina $8,600.00 strong point. Also I love being kept in the loop with the newsletters about Powder Blue, Saskatoon $6,600.00 opportunities and things happening in the industry. I think they are doing Rah Rah, Regina $6,500.00 a great job for all Sask. artists who are members! “ Samara Yung, Yorkton $8,600.00 - member survey response “We would like to take this opportunity to recognize the generosity and We encourage music industry participants to review the funding support of SaskMusic and the Government of Saskatchewan. Without available through Creative Saskatchewan by visiting www.creatives- their help, it wouldn’t have been possible for us to record our full length ask.com. SaskMusic members can book individual consultations with album “Collage.” SaskMusic staff to obtain guidance in the preparation of their applica- - Indigo Joseph tions to Creative Sask.

WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 9 /PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES OPERATIONS NOTES • Members can now submit their own videos and press releases SaskMusic has two offices: Regina and Saskatoon. We happily moved to accompany their music directory listing, some of which we will into our new, permanent location in Saskatoon in April 2014. We strive choose to feature on our homepage. to offer access to all our programs and services regardless of where • We have a great list of funding options, plus submission deadlines you may be located in Saskatchewan. So, for example, members can for various opportunities (How To > Sound Opportunities) arrange for career consultations with either Regina or Saskatoon • We also have a lovely new Radio player, and have taken advantage mentors in person, over the phone or through video chat; workshops of this to build several specific playlists of Saskatchewan music such are presented in both cities whenever possible; dropoffs, membership as Holiday Music, Love Sucks/Love Rocks, and Summer Jams. renewals etc. can be made at both locations; and so on. We are always • Everyone working in the Saskatchewan industry is invited to submit, seeking new ways to communicate with our members. or update, their listings for the Saskatchewan Music Directory. Since 2012, we have been using Box online for our cloud service and Members receive more enhanced listings, but even non-members file-sharing needs. Box allows for seamless collaboration between our receive free listing space. two offices as well as providing convenient access to our necessary We thank the Saskatchewan Arts Board - Transition Fund for the finan- documents while travelling. We have also utilized it for collecting data cial assistance in accomplishing this rebuild. for the Investment Program, collaborating with outside clients and with our Board, and many other uses. SOCIAL MEDIA: Social media is heavily utilized by our members, with the most-used platforms being Facebook and Twitter. We keep Our two offices are in constant contact and meets regularly by video our feeds very active with timely information and tidbits; if you are conference or in person to discuss projects and programming. on these platforms, please Like or Follow Us so you don’t miss any SASKMUSIC ONLINE information. www.saskmusic.org Facebook - www.facebook.com/SaskMusic1 Twitter - www.twitter.com/SaskMusic ERELEASE: Our e-release is distributed every two weeks to over 2400 Instagram - www.insstagram.com/SaskMusic musicians, music fans and industry supporters. Its goal is to provide timely news and announcements between issues of The Session, and Additionally, SaskMusic provides regular content and articles to it also ties into the Events Calendar and other areas of our website. On MySask.com, Verb newspapers, and Flow magazine. occasions when something urgent comes up between e-releases and/ or needs special promotion, wel send what we call an “e-bullet”. News The Session from the ereleases is also disseminated through our social media Our newsletter is a well-received, content-driven publication distribut- accounts. The e-release has been on temporary hiatus for a portion of ed to our membership and industry professionals throughout Canada. the year as we migrated to a new delivery system and ensured compli- It features information on SaskMusic programming, industry news, ance with new Candian Anti-Spam Legislation. artist profiles, funding and promotional opportunities, career develop- ment, and much more. It is considered one of the most respected Additionally, a “national version” of the e-release tailored to nation- provincial newsletters and is widely read across Canada. wide industry professionals goes to VIPs, and includes major news from the Saskatchewan scene and Canadian gig listings for our artists. In addition to the direct news submissions we receive from members, Advertising space is available in the e-release, on our website, and in we research Saskatchewan music activities and achievements. Every The Session. issue dedicates a large amount of space to celebrating our members’ news and album releases, as well as in-depth artist profiles. Regular saskmusic.org: We undertook a complete rebuild of the backend, columns include SaskMusic news and workshop announcements, including the databases housing our membership information, which industry event overviews (upcoming as well as “reviews” of recent was completed by the end of 2013. Members can self-manage their conferences, etc); artist news and featured artist/studio(s); updates on contact information, as well as submit to several different components major shifts in the industry; a conference & award show events calen- of the site such as Saskatchewan Music Directory Listings, gigs calen- dar; new album releases; and more. dar, and press releases. Approximately 1000 copies of each Session are distributed to our A few highlights of the site: membership, Saskatchewan government representatives, national • The most complete list of live music dates, covering all of Saskatch- industry representatives and our partners/sponsors. Select portions ewan events; of The Session are republished on www.saskmusic.org and through • Extensive archive of articles and how-to’s on songwriting, copy- agreement with MySask.com (a major information portal managed by right, touring, marketing, showcasing, past feature artists and much SaskTel) and other online portals. more.

10 SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG Career Consults (Career Tracks) www.saskmusic.org/how-to/career-tracks-consults One of the most important and most accessed benefits of member- ship, members can meet with staff and team members to discuss career plans, marketing strategies, touring plans, songwriting and copyright, demo critiques, funding, SaskMusic, industry trends, etc. We offer this opportunity to provide you with the tools and information you need to succeed in this ever-changing music business. Consulta- tions are free with membership and take place in Regina or Saskatoon, or via phone call or video call. Since we first opened our doors, the professional staff of SaskMusic has met personally with members to provide support and guidance. In 2008, we began to work further developing this offering by recruiting music industry professionals from our community who would be able to offer even more targeted consultations on specific topics. Aside from SaskMusic staff, these mentors make themselves available (dependant on their schedules) based on demands of the member- ship. A list of current mentors available for meetings is posted on SaskMusic.org > Programs > Career Tracks. In the past year, staff and mentors conducted over 140 face-to-face consultations. In our 2014 member survey, just over half our members (53%) indicated they had taken advantage of a consult in the year prior. 90% indicated they were “satisfied” or “very satisfied” with the meeting. “SaskMusic has found the perfect combination of professionalism, ap- proachability and guidance. I know I can depend on (staff) to provide the information and guidance that I need and at the same time, they are excited with me about my upcoming career events.” - member survey comment SaskMusic LEGAL PROGRAM Utilizing the experience and current accreditation of our Chief Execu- tive Officer as a fully licensed member of the Law Society of Sas- katchewan, SaskMusic operated a pro-bono (no fee for service) legal services program for musicians for the first half of the fiscal year. Legal assistance was restricted to general advice, contractual interpretation, corporate commercial services and intellectual property advice. All advice must be related to career advancement within the music indus- try. The services were provided free to members of SaskMusic with the exception that any actual disbursements required as a result of advice received were the responsibility of the respective member. The Legal Program was indefinitely suspended as of February 28, 2014 due to the departure of our Legal Counsel, J.P. Ellson. We are reviewing our options for continuing or revising this program. If you are in imme- diate need of legal advice, please contact the office at 1-800-347-0676 for a referral to a qualified entertainment law professional.

TOP TO BOTTOM: CASTLE RIVER, CMJ 2013; JACK SEMPLE, WESTERN CANADIAN MUSIC AWARDS 2013; JEANS BOOTS, SXSW 2014; ALEX RUNIONS, THE NEXT BIG THING 2014 (PHOTO: CHRIS GRAHAM PHOTOG- RAPHY); COVER OF THE SESSION VOL 26.3 WITH THE YOUNG BENJAMINS

WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 11 /PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES In Tune 2014 Compilation CAREERS IN MUSIC www.intune2014.ca www.saskmusic.org/how-to/careers-in-music SaskMusic’s latest compilation, a double album, was released in March Careers in Music is an educational outreach program from SaskMusic 2014. It features 39 tracks by some of Saskatchewan’s finest emerging offering high school students an overview of jobs available in the and established artists. The have been created for promotion music industry. It typically involves us travelling to schools and/or and distribution to media and industry professionals throughout the career fairs to give a visual presentation and Q & A session hosted by a world, including international markets such as Canadian Country knowledgeable SaskMusic staffperson. Music Week, BreakOut West, SXSW, the JUNO Awards, Canadian Music SaskMusic attended four career fairs around the province this year, Week, NXNE, Reeperbahn, CMJ Music Marathon and many other where hundreds of students gathered to explore post grad oppor- events that SaskMusic will have a presence at during the coming year. tunities. SaskMusic presented students with details on the current The InTune series began in 2007 and has continued since, with Sas- music industry in Saskatchewan and around the globe, as well as post katchewan music of all genres traveling the world with SaskMusic. secondary education options, intimate Question and Answer periods, Manufactured both as a dropcard (for digital downloads) and a physi- and advice on getting started. Careers in Music also explains SaskMu- cal album set, it includes representation from a broad diversity of sic’s role in the industry and provides membership and programming genres, and from artists residing across Saskatchewan. Artists were information. selected for inclusion by a music industry jury, following a general call Each career fair provided the opportunity for SaskMusic to connect for submissions that resulted in over 100 entries. So far a total of 4000 with numerous high school students across the province that are pas- units have been produced in CD and dropcard form. sionate about pursuing a career in music. These presentations have InTune 2014 artists: translated into individual relationships with students who are serious about taking the necessary steps towards a successful career. Meeting Aaron Adair (Saskatoon) Alex Runions (Regina) with the creative young people of our province face-to-face has given Alexis Normand (Saskatoon) Amy Nelson (Regina) SaskMusic the opportunity to directly nurture an upcoming genera- Andino Suns (Regina) Andy Shauf (Regina) tion of musicians and music industry professionals, ensuring the con- Blake Berglund + The Vultures (Kennedy/Regina) tinued growth and consolidation of Saskatchewan’s music industry. Castle River (Saskatoon) Close Talker (Saskatoon) Codie Prevost (Saskatoon) Def3 (Regina) Factor (Saskatoon) Fly Points (Regina) Foam Lake (Saskatoon) Future Forests (Saskatoon) Indigo Joseph (Regina) Jay Semko (Saskatoon) Jeans Boots (Saskatoon) Jess Moskaluke (Langenburg) Kacy & Clayton (Glentworth) Keiffer Mclean (Regina) Library Voices (Regina) Poor Nameless Boy (Regina) TOURHUB Powder Blue (Saskatoon) Rah Rah (Regina) www.tourhub.ca Rubiks (Regina) Scott Richmond (Regina) Shooting Guns (Saskatoon) Skillaboo (Regina) Want a one-stop tour-planning tool that includes coast-to-coast book- The Deep Dark Woods (Saskatoon) The Fortunate Isles (Regina) ing contacts gathered by other musicians? Done. The Little Brothers (Saskatoon) The Midnight Roses (Saskatoon) TourHub is an online map-based tool that can be used to completely The Steadies (Saskatoon) (Saskatoon) book and manage your next tour by making use of venue contacts We Were Lovers (Saskatoon) WYATT (Saskatoon) collected by artists across Canada. Click on a city and see every venue Young Benjamins (Saskatoon) Zachary Lucky (Regina) listed by all other TourHub users. Adding “new” unlisted venues is very Additionally, SaskMusic was approached by Bacardi Canada and we simple, and users can make notes to keep track of contact informa- collaborated on a partnership which saw a further 5000 CD units tion, required follow-up, technical details, contracts, etc. TourHub distributed to the general public in conjunction with sales of Bacardi can also generate a calendar of who’s touring in cities across Canada, product in Saskatchewan in the summer/fall of 2014. create guest lists and merchandise sheets for each venue, export your details to share with band members, and so much more. Access to this powerful tool is open to all artists. Join TourHub to keep your touring options up-to-date with the tool that will revolutionize the way bands in Canada plan their tours. TourHub is powered by the CCMIA (Canadian Council of Music Industry Associations), and funded by MROC (The Musicians’ Rights Organization Canada) and FACTOR (The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings).

12 SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG MUSIC2MEDIA www.music2media.ca Music2Media is a portal where Saskatchewan artists can have their new releases distributed to provincial media. Releases (both audio singles and full albums), high quality photographs, information on the album, biographies, and more are delivered to curated lists of media THE NEXT BIG THING and industry professionals, who can then login as needed for their www.thenextbigthing2014.ca work to download or preview new Saskatchewan albums and informa- SaskMusic produced the sixth annual Next Big Thing talent competi- tion from our library. tion for Big Dog 92-7 Regina/Bell Media. The station annually seeks Artists only have to upload their material once, and it will be distrib- artists who believe they could be The Next Big Thing to uted to key contacts without having to spend any money manufactur- come from Saskatchewan. Winner Amy Nelson was awarded $10,000 ing promotional CDs or on postage. SaskMusic maintains up-to-date, cash plus over $5000 in additional prize and mentorship opportuni- accredited contact lists and monitors usage statistics. SaskMusic’s con- ties, including a mainstage spot at the Craven Country Jamboree. solidated approach (marketing multiple artists) and contacts within The Next Big Thing started out with submissions from artists all across the industry will hopefully gain better response than the individual Saskatchewan, from which a music industry jury selected the Top 10 artists would be able to achieve on their own. semi-finalists. The Top 3 artists were then selected to perform in the Media has a single point-of-entry to one large library where they live finals, presenting an original music set that was evaluated on cri- browse through numerous genres, and even search for a specific town teria including vocal ability, songwriting, overall performance/stage name (i.e. looking for an artist from LaRonge) or song title. presence, originality, market potential, and audience response. From SaskMusic’s point of view, we too want easy access to all our The Finals show was held June 26 at Eldorado Country Rock Bar in Re- artists’ releases in order to watch trends, gather statistics, provide gina, with Nelson, Blake Berglund, and Tenille Arts each performing. information to those with questions about our industry, for our own Four respected industry professionals from across Canada formed projects/juries, and for other functions such as finding eligible releases the judging panel: Mike McGuire, Music Director/Afternoon Drive, Big for award nominations. Dog 92-7; Jim Cressman, President/Owner, Invictus Entertainment Group; Rob Smith, President/CEO, Royalty Records; and Alannah Crui- kshank, Manager, Artist Programs & Events, Association. Congratulations as well to the seven semi-finalists who rounded out this year’s Top 10: Kelsey Fitch, Mandy Ringdal, Scott Richmond, Stephen Maguire, Steve Gibson, The Dead South, and Val Halla.

TOP TO BOTTOM: LEAGUE OF WOLVES, CMW 2014; ZACHARY LUCKY, FOLK ALLIANCE 2014; ELI BARSI, CCMAS 2013 (PHOTO: GRANT W. MARTIN PHOTOGRAPHY)

WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 13 /PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES SASKMUSIC SUPPORTS In addition to helping get information about FACTOR out across our Throughout the year, certain news items or events are designated with province, SaskMusic receives significant program funding assistance a “SaskMusic Supports” header. This indicates that we are providing from FACTOR. support to an event either through a financial sponsorship or market- FACTOR relies on the participation of members of the Canadian music ing support, or both. In most cases this is an educational initiative scene to help assess and fund projects through their Demo Program (such as our helping to promote the Stickman Drum Experience, a and Juried Sound Recording Program. Jurors are volunteer members world-class drum instructional weekend held in Saskatchewan), or a of the Canadian music industry, whose knowledge, expertise, and charitable event (e.g. fundraising concert) which many of our mem- ability to interpret the current music landscape in Canada makes them bers are involved in. We welcome requests for support and encourage qualified to help FACTOR decide which applications are best suited for initiatives organized by our members that helping to educate and give funding. We encourage you to become an accredited FACTOR juror to- back to the community. day and help determine who is awarded funding support under these AFFILIATIONS programs. To sign up, or for more information: factor.ca/getinvolved/ SaskMusic is connected with many provincial and national organiza- becomeajuror. tions both formally and informally. Here are a few of our formal con- The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS)/ nections: The JUNO Awards BreakOut West and the Western Canadian Music Awards (WCMAs) www.carasonline.ca www.breakoutwest.ca SaskMusic is the regional representative of CARAS. We assist in promo- SaskMusic is one of the original founding members of the Western tion of the JUNO Awards process to our province, and provide input to Canadian Music Alliance (originally the Prairie Music Awards). We CARAS on our members’ behalf. maintain a seat on their Board and SaskMusic members are automati- CARAS’ mandate is to promote and celebrate Canadian music and cally also members of the Western Canadian Music Alliance. Voting artists. The JUNO Awards is Canada’s premier awards show, which SaskMusic members receive voting rights, where applicable, for the encompass a week-long celebration of Canadian music, culminating in WCMAs and any associated member discounts on fees/submissions. The JUNO Awards Broadcast where Canadian artists are recognized for Additionally, SaskMusic has begun to partner with some of our fellow excellence of achievement in recorded music. MusiCounts, Canada’s BOW music industry associations to present export events under the music education charity associated with CARAS, is dedicated to ensur- banner of BreakOut West Events. ing that young Canadians regardless of socio-economic circumstances and cultural background have the opportunity to experience the joy The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR) of music, explore their talent, build self-esteem, and above all dream www.factor.ca big. Founded in 1982, FACTOR is one of the most significant sources of Association of Creative Industries of Saskatchewan (ACIS) financial assistance offered to help sustain and grow the independent www.saskcreativeindustries.com Canadian music industry. Formerly called the Saskatchewan Cultural Industries Development FACTOR maintains an office and staff of seventeen people in down- Council, ACIS’s mandate is to promote and strengthen the value of town , along with ten Regional Education Coordinators (REC) creative industry associations through collaboration and by offering a located across Canada (of which SaskMusic is one). They are governed united voice for communicating with stakeholders. We meet to discuss by a Board of Directors of eleven representatives from the radio broad- issues of shared importance affecting the creative industries, and have cast and the independent music sectors, with consultation from our participated in joint trade missions with ACIS partners on occasion. National Advisory Board comprised of representatives from the pro- vincial and territorial music industry associations (of which SaskMusic Canadian Council of Music Industry Associations (CCMIA) is one), the Canadian Independent Music Association, the Canadian www.ccmia.ca Music Publishers Association, and the Music Managers Forum. The CCMIA is a national council representing the provincial and terri- torial music industry associations in Canada, including SaskMusic. The mandate of the CCMIA is to act as the national voice of the provincial and territorial music industry associations in all matters concerning the music industry and to provide national programs and services for MIA members across Canada.

14 SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG YEAR AT A GLANCE SEPTEMBER March • Country Music Week/Canadian Country Music Awards, Edmonton • Our Saskatoon office moves into their new location AB: conference attendance, sponsored showcases • Music, Money and Taxes workshop, Regina and Saskatoon • Americana Music Festival and Conference, Nashville TN: conference • It All Starts With a Song workshop, Regina attendance, industry reception, sponsored showcase • SXSW, Austin TX: conference attendance, tradeshow booth, host • Reeperbahn Festival, Berlin DE - conference attendance, sponsored Interactive Party, sponsored showcase showcase • JUNO Week, Winnipeg MB: event attendance, host Saskie Brunch, • Regina International Drum Festival, Regina: marketing support artist support October • SaskMusic Investment Program: final intake for recording programs • BreakOut West and the Western Canadian Music Awards, Calgary April AB: conference attendance, artist support • Derek Bachman assumes the position of Executive Director • CMJ Music Marathon, New York NY: conference attendance, spon- • Saskatchewan Country Music Awards, Nipawin: event attendance, sored showcase, artist support sponsorship • OSAC “Showcase”, Regina: conference attendance, tradeshow booth, • Making Words & Music Flow workshop, Prince Albert and sponsored showcase May • WOMEX, Cardiff UK: conference attendance • SaskMusic membership drive and draws • Iceland Airwaves, Reykjavik IS: conference attendance • Canadian Music Week, Toronto ON: conference attendance, business • Creative Saskatchewan is officially launched and assumes responsi- to business meetings, host International VIP reception, sponsored bility for several of our Investment Programs showcase, artist support November • Sound City, Liverpool UK and The Great Escape, Brighton UK: confer- • FACTOR Information Sessions, Regina and Saskatoon ence attendance, sponsored showcase, artist support, business to • Mundial Montreal and M for Montreal, Montreal PQ: conference at- business meetings tendance, sponsored showcases • Staff Planning sessions, Regina • SaskMusic Annual General Meeting & Holiday Party, Saskatoon; • Saskatoon Office Warming party, Saskatoon board transitions • Lisa Lanigan departs SaskMusic • SaskMusic Investment Program grant deadline June • BIME, Bilbo Spain: conference attendance • Piano Master Class, Regina • FACTOR Information Sessions, Regina and Saskatoon • Analog to Digital: How It’s Changing the Music Industry workshop, December Saskatoon • Bethani Jade joins the SaskMusic team as Administrative Assistant, • MOSO Fest and Conference, Saskatoon: conference attendance, Saskatoon sponsorship • Creative Saskatchewan Trade Mission to Los Angeles: networking, • How To Write a Killer Marketing Plan workshop, Saskatoon sponsored showcase • The Next Big Thing 2014 Finals night, Regina • New website backend is live • Managing Your Career in the Music Industry, Saskatoon and Regina, January workshop and networking reception • Strategic planning weekend for board and staff, Blackstrap Lake • CKRM Proudly Saskatchewan Showcase: marketing support, event • Musicians Rights Organization of Canada (MROC) conducts member sponsor consults in our Saskatoon and Regina offices • NXNE, Toronto ON: conference attendance, artist support • Showcase Scotland Celtic Connections, Glasgow UK; MIDEM, • Jen Eisler’s contract comes to an end Cannes FR; and Paris export mission: conference attendance, busi- July ness to business meetings, sponsored showcases • Stickman Drum Experience, Blackstrap Lake: marketing support February • Winnipeg Folk Fest Workshop July 12? • J.P. Ellson departs SaskMusic • Brittney MacFarlane, Administrative Assistant and Kaelen Klypak, • Folk Alliance International, Kansas City MO: conference attendance, Program Manager join the SaskMusic team tradeshow booth, sponsored showcase August • Aboriginal Music Performers Camp, Falcon Trails Resort MB: artist • All You Need To Know About Performing in the U.S.A. workshop, bursaries Saskatoon and Regina • Girls Rock Camp, Saskatoon: marketing sponsorship

WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 15 WORKSHOPS Piano Master Class with David Braid June 10, 2014/Regina: Michael A Riffel High School In partnership with the Regina Festival This was an open floor discussion with JUNO Award-winning interna- www.saskmusic.org/workshops tionally touring pianist David Braid to pursue any questions specific to SaskMusic’s goal is to offer a workshop program to address the current playing the piano, the process of composing music, and techniques of trends and knowledge requirements of the Saskatchewan music com- jazz improvisation. General topics included performance anxiety, effi- munity. The workshops were offered to current SaskMusic members cient practicing, tips to excel at a university music program, and meth- free, and for a small fee per session for non-members. Here are de- ods to begin and sustain a career as a performing artist. scriptions of our main presentations this year. Analog To Digital: Factor Information Sessions How It’s Changing The Music Industry With Allison Outhit and Derek Wilson of FACTOR With Lane Dunlop/Sonic Unyon, Rob Calder/Boompa Records, Greg November 6, 2013/Regina: Hotel Saskatchewan Van Bastelaar/Deezer November 7, 2013/Saskatoon: Two Twenty June 12, 2014/Saskatoon: The Refinery Arts & Spirit Centre In partnership with MOSO Conference FACTOR recently launched its largest program and system overhaul in 30 years. FACTOR paired with SaskMusic to provide a brief overview The music industry is not the same as it was 10 years ago when physi- of some of these changes, and to answer questions about the new cal distribution was king. Digital takes a bigger piece of the market programs, eligibility requirements, application process, website, and every year and now with legal downloads and streaming subscrip- community outreach strategies. We discussed what artists and compa- tions becoming more popular and changing the way people consume nies must know about qualifying and applying for FACTOR funding in media, where will the industry be in another 10 years? We covered 2013-2014. the ins and outs of digital distribution and how that is changing how we consume media, trends and market developments, and where the Music, Money and Taxes future of the industry may lie. With Janis Richards, JRich Business Services Inc March 3, 2014/Saskatoon: Two Twenty How To Write a Killer Marketing Plan March 4, 2014/Regina: The Exchange With Farideh Olsen In partnership with the Regina Musicians Association, Local 446 of the June 21, 2014/Saskatoon: The Bassment Canadian Federation of Musicians In partnership with the SaskTel Saskatchewan Jazz Festival and MMF These informative sessions were led by Janis Richards of JRich Busi- This practical workshop was led by marketing strategist Farideh Ceas- ness Services Inc., Edmonton AB, and provided in-depth discussion on er. She offered participants key insights on what to include in your taxes as they pertain to musicians and the music business. This presen- marketing plan, why you need one, how to make one that works for tation provided information to keep your business, your paperwork you, and what pitfalls to avoid. The session consisted of interactive dis- and taxes up to date and accurate. Janis provided information on such cussion, offering attendees practical advice for their specific careers. topics as self-employed vs. employee; record keeping; business in- Managing your career in the music industry come; eligible expenses; GST treatment; inventory; donating services; with Music Managers Forum (MMF) of Canada audits and tax myths. With Jon Bartlett/Kelp Records, Louis O’Reilly/306 Records, Sandy Pan- It All Starts with the Song: dya/Panyamonium Management, and Mike Dawson(Nevado Records Crafting Melody and Images in Songwriting June 28, 2014/Saskatoon: Two Twenty With Kat Danser June 29, 2014/Regina: The Exchange March 5, 2014/Regina: The Exchange In partnership with the SaskTel Saskatchewan Jazz Festival and MMF In partnership with the Regina Folk Festival A music management discussion and post-panel networking recep- Edmonton-based roots/ artist Kat Danser joined us for a com- tion was presented to eager attendees interested in learning the ropes prehensive songwriting workshop. Participants experienced Danser’s of music management. The panel covered various discussion points, entertaining, intimate and inspirational approach to songwriting, and including the roles of a music manager, hiring managers, and self- left with new skills and techniques to advance from various stages of management. Networking receptions where attendees were able to songwriting. With substantial teaching experience, Danser’s special- speak with the panelists one to one, make connections, and get to ties including roots and blues history, musical structures, songwriting, know their local music community followed. vocals, and slide guitar.

16 SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG All You Need to Know About Performing which was launched in 2004 to assist people in the Aboriginal commu- in the USA nity in Manitoba to develop sustainable careers in music by connect- With Liana White/The Canadian Federation of Musicians ing them with opportunities within Manitoba Music and beyond. August 6, 2014/Saskatoon: Delta Bessborough, MAKING WORDS & MUSIC FLOW WORKSHOPS August 7, 2014/Regina: Hotel Saskatchewan With Wyatt Easeasterling This informative workshop covered how to successfully (and legally) April 24, 2014/Prince Albert Sk enter the U.S.A for showcasing, songwriting collaborations, touring April 26, 2014/Estevan SK and other professional opportunities. We had an excellent turnout in SaskMusic supported this songwriting workshop on how to write both cities with lots of specific questions from those in attendance. great songs that stand out and resonate with listeners, and present them to the marketplace. EDUCATIONAL PARTNER INITIATIVES: STICKMAN DRUM EXPERIENCE Regina International Drum Festival July 2-6, 2014/Blackstrap Lake SK September 27-28, 2013/Regina SK www.stickmandrumexperience.com SaskMusic provided marketing support for the third installment of the SaskMusic provided marketing support for the third annual Stickman highly successful Regina Drum Festival. The instructor lineup included event, quickly becoming a world-class event here on the prairies. The Mark Kelso (Gino Vannelli, Holly Cole), Matt Halpern (Modern Drum- 2014 lineup included Flo Mournier (Cryptopsy), Damien Schmitt (Alain mer #1 metal drummer 2013, Periphery), Stanton Moore (Galactic, Caron), Dafnis Prieto (Michel Camilo), Gerald Heyward (Beyonce) Rich John Scofield), Aaron Spears (Usher, James Brown), Emmanuelle Redmond (Jason Aldean), Jayson Brinkworth (Aaron Pritchett), Chris Capplette (Andy Summers, ex Police, Canadian female drumming Dimas (YouTube sensation) and bassist Rob D (Sound Society). sensation), world-renowned multi-percussionist Richie Gajate-Garcia Stickman provides a one-of-a-kind, immersive experience for drum- (Sting, Phil Collins, Tito Puente) and Steve Ferrone (Tom Petty and the mers of a wide range of ages and abilities with educators covering Heartbreakers, Eric Clapton, Average White Band). many styles. Players learn, jam and hang with world-class musicians in In addition to master classes, the event includes a tradeshow, fastest a comfortable, non-competitive and creative atmosphere. hands competition, performances and more. The event’s mission state- GIRLS ROCK CAMP ment is”to promote and inspire the percussive arts through education August 18-22, 2014/Saskatoon SK and entertainment.” www.girlsrocksaskatoon.ca ABORIGINAL MUSIC PERFORMERS CAMP SaskMusic provided marketing support for the first Girls Rock Camp February 9-14, 2014/Falcon Trails Resort MB Saskatoon, a volunteer-based organization dedicated to the empow- www.aboriginalmusic.ca erment of female-identified youth and adults through collaborative SaskMusic covered the registration fees of Saskatchewan artists music creation and performance. GRC is a week-long program where selected for this year’s camp, Brad Bellegarde and Shane Bellegarde. girls 7-13 learn an instrument, form a band, and write a song to be per- 20 Aboriginal artists from across Canada were selected for the 2014 formed at a showcase at the end of the week. There are also music and edition of the Camp. The week-long residency included more than 50 non-music workshops centered on creativity and confidence-building. hours of professional and artistic development sessions. AMP Camp GRCS values diversity and encourages girls from all backgrounds to is an initiative of Manitoba Music’s Aboriginal Music Program (AMP), apply to participate as campers or volunteers. Instructors and organiz- ers of GRCS include several SaskMusic members.

L TO R: JOHN ANTONIUK, FOLK ALLIANCE 2014; TRADE SHOW HANDOUTS; THE DEAD SOUTH, CMW 2014.

WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 17 EXPORT STRATEGY HIGHLIGHTS EXPORT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (UK/EU) attending Country Music Week, thanks to funds from the Saskatoon SaskMusic has hired an in-market consultant, Sound Diplomacy, to Country Music Week 2012 Host Committee - City of Saskatoon Legacy assist, promote and develop export-ready Saskatchewan recording Fund. artists’ infrastructural development in the UK and Europe. Services Americana Music Festival & Conference include, but are not limited to, research and introductions to appropri- September 18-22/2013, Nashville TN ate in-market contacts, writing and formalizing relevant pitches, and SaskMusic travelled to Nashville, TN for the Americana Music festival & assistance with logistics, backline rental and immigration. Conference September 18-22, 2013. Following on the heels of recent To access our consultant, you must be a member of SaskMusic and successful collaborative events undertaken with Manitoba Music, meet our export-ready criteria. If you are not eligible for the export- Alberta Music, and BreakOut West, we collaboratively presented two ready level of this program yet but have questions about the UK showcase events to the music industry. and European markets, give us a shout. As long as you are a current On September 7, the invitation-only Music Row Dinner featured music member you can still access our consultants in order to prepare for from all three provinces, including Codie Prevost. The second event, a the steps to reach an export ready level. For more information on this public showcase as an AMA event on September 19, was the Backyard program, visit our website (www.saskmusic.org > How To > Export Party, including JJ Voss. Program). The 14th Annual Americana Music Festival & Conference gathered Sound Diplomacy is the world’s leading music market development thousands of artists, fans and industry professionals from all over the consultancy, with offices in London, Barcelona and Berlin. They help world to Nashville. For four nights, the Americana Music Festival & businesses, governments, municipalities, academic institutions and Conference features approximately 130 live performances at six music brands expand into new markets, or expand their impact and network venues in the vicinity of downtown Nashville. The marquis event, the in markets where they already operate. By doing this, Sound Diploma- Americana Honors & Awards Show, returned to the historically cool cy maximizes our international network, making it your international Ryman Auditorium on September 18. network. They work in seven languages (English, Spanish, Catalan, German, French, Greek, Danish). See more, including their specific Reeperbahn Festival event resumes, at www.sounddiplomacy.com. September 27-28/2013, Hamburg DE Together with Manitoba Music and Alberta Music we presented “Can- Events SaskMusic participated ada Blast BreakOut West” on September 28 at Canada House, Horsaal in DURING this fiscal Spielbudenplatz 7. Saskatchewan artists invited by Reeperbahn were The Sheepdogs and Rah Rah. These represent national and international events that have export devel- opment opportunities for our artists. As a participant of Canada House we were also included in a Pre- Reeperbahn event in Berlin. CIMA hosted 20 music industry individu- COUNTRY MUSIC WEEK als from Canada and Germany for a lunch. There was also speed dating September 5-8/2013, Edmonton AB networking session with all the attendees. We also hosted a second Country Music week is an annual celebration that brings together dinner in Hamburg during Reeperbahn for another targeted list of industry and fans for four days of seminars, networking opportunities industry. and non-stop music. The week includes a conference, Discovery Show- We thank the Saskatchewan Arts Board - Transition Fund for providing cases, Songwriters Café, Guitar Pull, FanFest and a whole lot more. financial assistance for this project. Saskatchewan was well represented in award nominations, official event performances and delegate attendance. BreakOut West and We assisted our Next Big Thing 2013 winner, Alex Runions, in organiz- western canadian music awards ing the Saskatchewan Country Showcase on September 5 and 6, at October 3-6/2013, Calgary AB Sherlock Holmes Pub, near the official host hotels. Other performers at The four-day BreakOut West event encompasses a three-day music the event included Amy Nelson, Chris Henderson, Darlene Tuleta, conference, a multi-genre music festival, and two awards shows (the Jess Moskaluke, JJ Voss, and Samara Yung. Western Canadian Music Industry Awards Brunch and the Western Canadian Music Awards Gala). Artists and industry professionals from Eli Barsi performed at the All-Star Band Awards, Jess Moskaluke was Saskatchewan, British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, The Northwest featured in a Songwriters’ Cafe, and many more artists had unofficial Territories, and Yukon are eligible for nomination at the events which private showcases during the Country Music Week. Chris Henderson recognize excellence in Western Canadian music. was also selected as the CCMA Jiffy Lube Fanfest Finalist for Saskatch- ewan. Our role at this year’s event was to attend to connect with and expand our industry relationships, and to support our artists and industry pro- SaskMusic also provided a travel bursary to 10 applicants, assisting fessionals in attendance. Please refer to the Showcases, and Awards with costs of travel, accomodations, and other related expenses in pages for further details.

18 SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG CMJ Music Marathon Saskatchewan, across Canada and internationally. Delegates come to October 15-19/2013, New York NY Showcase from across Saskatchewan, Canada and the United States. The weekend included performing arts and school presenters, visual This was the second year we presented a sponsored showcase at CMJ, artists, managers, agents, OSAC Members, industry representatives this year in partnership with Nevado Records, under the branding of and government funding partners. “How the West was Won”. SaskMusic presented two artists selected by CMJ, Castle River and Slow Down Molasses. We selected the Thurs- Mundial Montreal day for the event to avoid competing with any other events. Wednes- November 19-22/2013, Montreal QC day we were able to attend several other day events with Nevado and M FOR MONTREAL some good connections and promo for our event, and also attended November 20-23/2013, Montreal QC the Canadian Independent Music Association’s Canada House event SaskMusic headed to Montreal, QC for two international events: Mun- and connected to Canadian industry personnel. dial Montreal, and M for Montreal. We supported four Saskatchewan We thank the Saskatchewan Arts Board - Transition Fund for providing artists who showcased during the two events for the music industry: financial assistance for this project. Eekwol (Mundial Montreal), George Leach (Mundial Montreal), Andy OSAC “Showcase” Shauf (M for Montreal) and We Were Lovers (M for Montreal) October 18–20/2013, Regina, SK An open call for submissions for the Mundial Montreal Aboriginal Showcase opportunities went out, with artists selected through a The Organization of Saskatchewan Arts Councils’ Showcase is a book- SaskMusic jury process in consultation with Mundial Montreal; M for ing conference for visual and performing arts, trade show, and an Montreal artists were selected by M for Montreal programmers. excellent opportunity for networking and professional development. Included in the official showcasing lineup were Saskatchewan artists SaskMusic was excited to present this opportunity for our artists by Stephen Maguire (Memory Lane: A Tribute to the ‘40s, ‘50s and assisting with marketing and promotion of their performance and ‘60s), The Midnight Roses, Evie and Jeff Sawatzky, and Binder networking with delegates from around the world, following up on Twine and the Balers. They, along with a number of national and connections cultivated at previous events. Both Mundial Montreal and international artists, performed 20 minute sets at the Regina Perform- M for Montreal work in partnership to gather thousands of artists, fans ing Arts Centre for delegates. and industry professionals from all over the world to Montreal. We sponsored our first official late night “SaskMusic Showcase” at About Mundial Montreal: The first of its kind in North America, this OSAC on October 18 featuring Megan Nash and Gunner and Smith. world music conference & festival celebrates our rich cultural diver- Each presented a 20 minute set in the official networking lounge. This sity through a variety of showcases while creating an unprecedented event was extremely well received. network of world music presenters and professionals with a common goal: to develop professional opportunities. Mundial is becoming the Other events during the weekend included OSAC’s Annual General premier meeting place in North America for professionals in world Meeting, silent auction, and hospitality suite for socializing. In its 45th music. The conference is crafted with a prime selection of artists, at- year, OSAC offers the very best of performing and visual talent from

L TO R: PROMO FOR THE GREAT ESCAPE 2014; PROMO FOR SXSW 2014; CLOSE TALKER, CMW 2014.

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tended by some of the top presenters, and offers targeted networking conference sessions during the week on digital, touring, branding and activities for all involved. fan engagement. International delegates gathered in Cannes to do deals, network, learn and check out new talent at MIDEM - the world’s About M for Montreal: “M” is an independent organization whose largest music industry conference and festival for the independent ambitious mission is to help up-and-coming artists both to become music sector. better known locally and to launch their careers outside Canada. For the last seven years, they have carved out an enviable reputation at SaskMusic also presented a showcase with these same two artists on the heart of Montréal’s cultural life, and now occupy an undeniable February 1 at Morrisons in Cannes, as part of Canada House presented role as a catalyst for the local industry, both for emerging local artists by CIMA. and those who are developing their careers. Showcasing Canada as We also presented an invite-only showcase and reception utilizing the a hotbed of creativity and influence, and in particular for shining a two artists at the Canadian Cultural Centre in Paris. Our export consul- spotlight on Montreal as an international meeting place for musicians tants from Sound Diplomacy worked with the Canadian Consulate to and, more broadly, for global trendsetters. curate a list of industry invitations that included festival buyers, agents Creative Saskatchewan mission to la and records labels from the local Paris market. The Centre’s program- December 12/2013, Los Angeles CA ming provides an overview of Canadian culture in the areas of visual arts, literary arts, film, and performing arts, and strives to maintain and Creative Saskatchewan supported a special Saskatchewan Day stimulate relationships and cultural exchanges between Canada and Reception at the official residence of the Canadian Consulate in Hol- France. lywood for some of the industry’s most influential creative industry tastemakers. Present were representatives from six of this provincial Folk Alliance INTERNATIONAL creative industry associations: SaskMusic, SaskArt, the Saskatchewan February 19-22/2014, Kansas City MO Craft Council, SaskBooks, the Saskatchewan Media Production Indus- SaskMusic was in Kansas City to participate in a partnership with try Association, and the Saskatchewan Interactive Media Association. BreakOut West. Together with Manitoba Music, Alberta Music and The event marked the first joint marketing initiative by these six Music BC, SaskMusic presented private showcases to the thousands of organizations. international music industry professionals attending the 26th annual The goal was to introduce Saskatchewan’s creative products and art- conference, which included Graham Nash as the keynote speaker and ists to major markets to increase awareness and sales. Presented was a special presentations from Al Gore and Tom Rush. a three-hour reception featuring live music by Belle Plaine and Jack Official Folk Alliance showcasers, selected directly by Folk Alliance Semple, and creative exhibits. International as a result of their showcase submissions process, were Celtic connections: Showcase scotland Belle Plaine, The Midnight Roses, Gunner and Smith, and Zachary January/2014, glasgow UK Lucky. In addition to these artists’ official showcases, they also per- MIDEM formed in our sponsored BreakOut West showcase rooms where we February 1-4/2014, cannes/PARIS fr also programmed showcases by John Antoniuk (Smokekiller), Blake Berglund, Poor Nameless Boy and Alissa Arnason. An open call for Celtic Connections: Showcase Scotland is the week prior to MIDEM, interested artists to participate in these sponsored showcases was so we planned this conference into our itinerary en route to France. sent out by SaskMusic and artists who responded were scheduled in. While at the conference we scheduled meetings with the Scotland Music Industry Association, Celtic Connections producers, and Sounds In partnership with the three other Western Canadian music industry Australia. After Celtic Connection we then visited London and were associations, SaskMusic hosted a Trade Show booth in promotion of able to meet several top UK industry professionals for dinner, and the official and unofficial showcases, and Western Canadian music in scout prospective event locations for future Creative Saskatchewan general. Export Missions. FA is an annual event that draws music professionals from through- Showcase Scotland is the largest annual winter music festival of its out the world to share ideas, network, and celebrate traditional music kind, and the UK’s premier celebration of Celtic music featuring over and dance over five days, with over 2000 registered attendees. The 2,000 artists. Glasgow’s annual folk, roots and world music festival, conference offers workshops, discussions, and peer meetings that ad- it celebrates Celtic music and its connections to cultures across the dress critical issues relating to presenting, promoting, and preserving globe for 18 days of concerts, talks, exhibitions, workshops, and more. folk music and dance. Special events include Lifetime Achievement Awards, receptions, official Performance Alley and private showcase With support of the Canadian Independent Music Association’s Cana- performances, exhibit hall, and more. There are typically 200 official dian Blast initiative, SaskMusic then presented Andy Shauf and Fac- juried performances (Performance Alley) and 300+ unofficial provate tor (featuring Evil Ebenezer and Def3) at the Canada Stand at MIDEM. showcases (hotel room showcases) each year. Staff met with several international contacts and made new con- nections with other delegates from Canada. MIDEM was also a great resource for learning more about the European market with several

20 SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG SXSW Several of the people on the list we wanted to play for came to that show. March 8-12/2014, Austin TX Even for those who did not see that show, it was a prestigious and con- crete component of our image as we presented it to contacts new and old. SaskMusic hosted performances at the SXSW Trade Show March 11- The overall staging and production quality was superb, and we know we 12, drawing on artists who had responded to an open call on our so- were extremely lucky to have had that infrastructural support, which al- cial media; Slow Down Molasses, Jeans Boots, and Def3. The Trade lowed us to play a show we were totally proud of just as we were making Show celebrates the converging industries and ever-evolving relation- that all-important first impression.” ship between media, technology, creators and consumers, with dis- - Slow Down Molasses plays from 274 companies from around the world, Nextstage panels, performances and presentations. Although SaskMusic has participat- Juno Week ed in SXSW previously by presenting showcases, this was our first time March 24–30/2014, Winnipeg MB partnering with STEP (Sask. Trade & Export Partnership) and CIMA (Ca- To continue our visibility at this event following Regina hosting it in nadian Independent Music Assoc.) in hosting our Trade Show booth. 2013, we hosted an industry-invite “Saskie Brunch” at the Met Enter- SaskMusic also participated in the Country Connections Business Net- tainment Centre (Manitoba House). Our two JUNO nominees, George working - international roundtable discussion with industry executives Leach and Rah Rah gave stellar performances at the event. from Australia, Brazil, Canada, Ireland, Germany, USA and the UK. We also provided support to Saskatchewan artists selected for JU- Together with Manitoba Music, Alberta Music and Music BC, we pre- NOFest (a two-night music celebration showcasing the diverse spec- sented the BreakOut West Interactive Party on March 11, each featur- trum of artists in Canada, including performances from 2014 Award ing an artist - with Slow Down Molasses. Additionally, a “How The nominees and some of Canada’s national touring acts, with over 100 West Was Won” showcase took place on March 14 at Canada House bands at over a dozen venues). at Friends, where we partnered with Alberta Music to present official Canadian Music Week showcase selections Andy Shauf and Slow Down, Molasses. May 6–10/2014, Toronto ON SXSW is the world’s leading music industry event, and offers attendees Canadian Music Week is recognized as one of the premier entertain- the opportunity to explore the future of the music industry during the ment events in North America focusing on the business of music. This day at panels, Gear Expo and other conference activities. At night, the event combines informative, intensive conferences, a cutting-edge absolute best mix of musical performances from over 2,200 regional, trade exhibition, award shows, film festival, comedy festival and national and international acts take place at the SXSW Music Festi- Canada’s biggest New Music Festival with 1,000 showcasing bands at val. The Interactive Festival is an incubator of cutting-edge technolo- more than 60 live music venues in downtown Toronto. gies and digital creativity, and features compelling presentations and panels from the brightest minds in emerging technology, networking This was the first time the event was held in May, previously being events hosted by industry leaders and special programs. held in early March annually. SaskMusic conducted pre-event personal consultations with the nine official CMW showcase artists: Autopilot, “We feel the SaskMusic showcase was of huge importance to our visit. Bastard Poetry, Close Talker, Keiffer & the Curiosity Club, League

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of Wolves (formerly The Shoeless Joes), Pimpton, The Dead South, This year Liverpool Sound City moved its timing to the week prior to The Little Brothers, and The Pistolwhips to assist them in preparing The Great Escape, so we attended to support our official showcase for the networking opportunities afforded at CMW, and also hosted artists Powder Blue, and Rah Rah. a pre-event informational evening where strategy was discussed and “The music industry and fans that attend The Great Escape absolutely the artists had a chance to chat with each other. During the event adore Canadian music, thanks to the support of the Canadian Blast show- itself, staff participated in over 40 B2B meetings with international in- case. SaskMusic did an amazing job promoting Saskatchewan artists. The dustry professionals, attended the conference, and the Sync Summit. Saturday showcase was packed and the response has been fantastic.” Showcase artists were provided with a ticket to the International Fes- - Amber Kraft, Powder Blue tival Buyers’ roundtables courtesy of SaskMusic. We prepared a special download card of the attending artists to distribute at the event. NORTH BY NORTH EAST 2014 We once again partnered with Alberta Music to present an official JUNE 18-22, TORONTO ON sponsored showcase branded “How the West Was Won,” on May 9 at We attended NXNE to support the Saskatchewan artists officially The Gladstone and at which Close Talker, The Dead South, and Keiffer showcasing, and attend the conference. Our artists were George & The Curiosity Club performed. Leach, Gunner and Smith, Rah Rah, Slow Down Molasses, and Whiteboy Slim. This internationally focused event is a ten-day music, “CMW has influenced the direction of my career by opening my eyes as to film, interactive, comedy, and art festival in its 20th annual year. The how many artists are actually out there. I learned to be more thoughtful NXNE festival is a chance to experience an array of artists from big in my approach to connecting with industry members and potential busi- headliners, to bands on the rise. ness partners. I felt very lucky to have had the guidance of SaskMusic, that helped me take advantage of the experience properly.” ...AND MORE - Keiffer McLean In addition to the above-noted events, SaskMusic staff members trav- elled to several events to network and explore their potential as future Sound City and The Great Escape marketing/showcasing opportunities. These included... May 2-11/2014, LONDON/LIVERPOOL/Brighton UK WOMEX (World Music Exposition) in Cardiff Wales, October 2013; This was the third year SaskMusic presented showcases at The Great WOMEX is an international networking platform for the world music Escape, this year partnering with Manitoba Music, Alberta Music and industry. Canadian Independent Music Association under the “BreakOut West BBQ” banner. We presented Saskatchewan acts Rah Rah, Powder The annual five-day event comprises a bustling Trade Fair, Showcase Blue, and Andy Shauf. TGE included multiple SaskMusic endeavours, Festival, Conference, and Film programme, as well as festive Open- such as meetings with many international delegates, booking agents, ing and Award ceremonies. The event travels every year to a different and festival coordinators. SaskMusic was also able to take advantage European location. This was SaskMusic’s first time attending the event. of the information made accessible through panels, industry network- Iceland Airwaves in Reykjavik Iceland, October 2013; Iceland Air- ing events, and informational sessions, providing insight into the UK waves has become one of the premier annual showcases for new market. music – Icelandic and otherwise – in the world. maga- TGE showcases 400 of the best emerging international artists in zine called it “The hippest long weekend on the annual music-festival Brighton. Along with festival-goers, TGE is attended by the music calendar.” industry who are on the hunt for the next big thing. The event also BIME (Bizkaia International Music Experience), Bilbo Spain, Novem- includes a convention alongside the gigs featuring insightful panels, ber2013; BIME is an international meeting of professionals working topical debates, keynote speeches and networking opportunities in in music sectors, a space to exchange ideas and seek to create new abundance. business.

L TO R: POWDER BLUE, THE GREAT ESCAPE 2014; RAH RAH, SASKIE BRUNCH AT THE JUNOS 2014

22 SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG ALBUM RELEASES All Mighty Voice: All For One Kay & The Cadillacs: Achin’ Tender Sadness EP Alyssa Arnason: Stone & Feather Keiffer & The Curiosity Club: Drama in the Attic Amy Nelson: Coming Back For More Keyanna: Blind Andino Suns: It’s Time To Rise Library Voices: For John Autopilot: Diamond Rough Luke Dukart: Construction Line Bad & The Ugly: Skin and Bones Lyn Besse McGinnis: Next Time Around The Basement Paintings: Time Lapse City Matt Hutchings: Storm Clouds The Bass Invaders: Dance of the Fox Megan Lane: Sounding the Animal Bastard Poetry: Whole Misterfire: Darling, This Is War Bears In Hazenmore: Bears In Hazenmore Nick Faye & The Deputies: Worry Braindead Romeo: White Noize City Old Joe and the Truth Hurts: The Dirt Brass Buttons: Brass Buttons Paddy Tutty: The Last Holdout Chris Henderson: My Turn PandaCorn: Synthesis of Opposites Codie PrevosT: All Kinds of Crazy Pimpton: Killa Call Me Killa Vol 1 Danny Olliver: Bad Omen Walking The Pistolwhips: On Your Side The Dead South: Good Company The Range Men: Songs of The West Vol 3 The Deep Dark Woods: Jubilee Rhonda Gallant-Morari: Dance Against The Wind Def 3: WILDLIF3 Royal Red Brigade: Seasides Earnest Ernie’s Pan Fried Blues: Simmerin’ Ryan Hicks: Prairie Ocean Eileen Laverty: From This Moment Sally Meadows: Red & White Find The Fallen: Find The Fallen Scott Richmond: Come What May Foggy Notions: Sussed The Seahags: Tarnished Gold The Fortunate Isles: Loup-Garou Sharon Gudereit: Let It Go The Grid Pickers: Shack Wacky Shooting Guns: Brotherhood of the Ram Gunner & Smith: He Once Was a Good Man Sirvis: The Cousin of Envy Guy and the Fellas: Twisted Sisters: ReRide Hello, Lady: Not for Her Snake River: McKruski HowOwl: Meanest Hawk Stare Spencer Vaughn: SVL In With The Old: Rollin’ On Down the Plains The Steadies: Starcity Shakedown Jeffery Straker: Life With CBC Radio Steven Palmer: Prairie Airs Jen & John: Jen & John T.B. Judd: Manhattan Haze Jess Moskaluke: Light Up The Night These Estates: The Dignity of Man Jesse Brown: Heartwork Ursa Maja: World War Me Joel Grundahl Trio: Small Grey We Were Lovers: Pyramids John J. Cook: Fall Away Whiteboy Slim: Box? What Box? Johnny 2 Fingers & The Deformities: Good Eatin’ Yana Bilyk: Christmas is Rizdvo The Jump Off: The Jump Off Zachary Lucky: The Ballad of Losing You Juniperus: The Fabulist Kacy & Clayton: The Day Is Past & Gone

WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 23 AWARD NOMINEES & WINNERS Winners are indicated by (W) CANADIAN FOLK MUSIC AWARDS BIG DOG 92.7/SASKMUSIC’S THE NEXT BIG THING NOVEMBER 10/13, CALGARY AB JUNE 20/14, REGINA SK Alexis Normand – French Songwriter of the Year for “MIRADOR” Amy Nelson (W) Keiffer Mclean – Young Performer of the Year Blake Berglund (finalist) Tenille Arts (finalist) CANADIAN GOLD CERTIFICATIONS: The Sheepdogs - “Feeling Good” - Gold Digital Download CANADA COUNCIL Molson Prize in the Arts (March 2014) John Arcand (W) Jess Moskaluke- “Cheap Wine and Cigarettes” - Gold Digital Download (August 2014) CANADIAN COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS SEPTEMBER 5-8/13, EDMONTON AB CANADIAN MUSIC AND BROADCAST INDUSTRY Bart McKay – All Star Band – Keyboards AWARDS Bart McKay – (s) of the Year MAY 7/14, TORONTO ON Bart McKay Productions – Recording Studio of the Year 96.3 CRUZ FM Saskatoon – Station of the Year: Medium Market Codie Prevost – Interactive Artist of the Year 104.9 The Wolf Regina – Station of the Year: Medium Market Cal Gratton, CJVR-FM Melfort – Music Director of the Year: Amigo’s Cantina, Saskatoon – Club Venue of the Year Secondary Market Andy Ross, 96.3 CRUZ FM Saskatoon – Program Director of the Year: Jason Lee, CJWW Saskatoon – Music Director of the Year: Major Market Secondary Market Juan Pont Lezica/O’Reilly International – Album Design of the Year Big Dog 92.7 Regina – Station of the Year: Country Louis O’Reilly – Record Company Person of the Year Brandt Centre, Regina – Major Facility of the Year O’Reilly International Entertainment Management – Management (Under 8,000 Capacity) Company of the Year C95 Saskatoon – Station of the Year: Hot AC On Ramp Records – Record Company of the Year Casino Regina – Casino/Specialty Venue of the Year Rob Waloschuk – Ron Sakamoto Talent Buyer or Promoter of the Year Chad & Ballsy, 104.9 The Wolf Regina – On-Air Talent of the Year: Secondary Market Chris Myers, C95 Saskatoon – Program Director of the Year: Secondary Market

L TO R: SESSION COVER ARTIST SHOOT FOR PIMPTON; THE PISTOLWHIPS, CMW 2014 (PHOTO: TRACY STARRETT/FACEBOOK); DANNY JONES, BASSIST, CMW 2014; DARLENE TULETA, CCMAS 2013; AUDIENCE, THE GREAT ESCAPE 2014

24 SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG Credit Union Centre, Saskatoon – Major Facility of the Year JUNO AWARDS (Over 8,000 Capacity) MARCH 24-30/14, WINNIPEG MB Danny Ismond, GX94 Yorkton – Music Director of the Year: Small Market George Leach – Aboriginal Album of the Year for “Surrender” (W) Darren Bronw, 96.3 CRUZ FM Saskatoon – Music Director of the Year: Matt Barnes – Video of the Year for The Sheepdogs’ “Feeling Good” (W) Secondary Market Rah Rah – Alternative Album of the Year for “The Poet’s Dead” Darren Robson, Z99 Regina – Program Director of the Year: Secondary Market LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR’S ARTS AWARDS Evan Baran, 104.9 The Wolf Regina – Music Director of the Year: SEPTEMBER 25/13, REGINA SK Secondary Market Alexis Normand – Emerging Artist Grant Biebrick, 104.9 The Wolf Regina – Program Director of The Year: John-Paul Ellson – Leadership in the Arts, Individual Secondary Market Kevin Tobin – Leadership in the Arts, Individual Living Sky Casino, Swift Current – Casino/Specialty Venue of the Year Laura Pettigrew – Saskatchewan Artist Stacie & Joel, 96.3 CRUZ FM Saskatoon – On-Air Talent of the Year: Regina Symphony Orchestra – Build the Band Program for Secondary Market Arts and Learning TCU Place, Saskatoon – Performing Arts Centre of The Year (Over 1,500 Capacity) NATIONAL COWBOY & WESTERN HERITAGE AWARDS Z99 Regina – Station of the Year: Hot AC April 12/14, OKLAHOMA CITY OK Eli Barsi – Outstanding Western Composition for CASBY AWARDS “Portrait of a Cowgirl” (W) OCTOBER 10/13, TORONTO ON The Sheepdogs – Favourite New Song for “The Way It Is The Sheepdogs – Favourite New Record for “The Sheepdogs” Shooting Guns - Long list for “Brotherhood of the Ram” The Sheepdogs – Favourite Sugar Beach Session SASKATCHEWAN COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS CBC SEARCHLIGHT 2014 APRIL 11-13/14, NIPAWIN SK The Dead South - Regional/Saskatchewan finalist Only winners listed Al Leblanc – All Star Band (Bass) Al Leblanc – Manager of the Year NOVEMBER 6/13, BURLINGTON ON Bart McKay – All Star Band (Keys) Canada’s Double Portion – Group of the Year Bart McKay – Record Producer Canada’s Double Portion – Children’s Song of the Year for “Good Soil” Chris Henderson with Troy Kokol and Willie Mack – Song of the Year Canada’s Double Portion – Country/Bluegrass Song of the Year for (Composer) for “Don’t Miss Your Kiss Goodbye” “Just In Time” (W) CJWW Saskatoon – Fan’s Choice Radio Station – Major Market Canada’s Double Portion – Country/Southern Gospel Song of the Year Codie Prevost – Fan’s Choice Entertainer of the Year for “Gentle Hand” Codie Prevost – Male Vocalist of the Year Canada’s Double Portion – Country/Bluegrass Album of the Year for Codie Prevost – Achievement Award “Days & Times” Danny Ismond, GX94 Yorkton – On Air Personality – Secondary Market Cities Under Fire – Rock/Modern Rock Album of the Year for Danny Ismond, GX94 Yorkton – Music Director – Secondary Market “Bright Lights” Dave Baker – Legends & Legacy Award Jennifer Jade Kerr – Female Vocalist of the Year Don Mitchell, CKBI Prince Albert – On Air Personality – Major Market Keith Kitchen – Folk/Roots Song of the Year (W) Donny Parenteau – All Star Band () Keith Kitchen – Folk/Roots Album of the Year Eli Barsi – Roots Artist/Group of the Year RationaL – Rap/Hip Hop Song of the Year for “Beautiful Mess” (W) Eli Barsi – Roots Album of the Year for “Portrait Of A Cowgirl” The Deep Dark Woods – Folk/Roots Artist/Group or Duo of the Year GX94 Yorkton – Fan’s Choice Radio Station – Secondary Market Hal Schrenk – All Star Band (Drums) INDEPENDENT MUSIC AWARDS (USA) Jason Lee, CJWW Saskatoon – Music Director – Major Market Government Town – Christmas Song for “Holiday” Jess Moskaluke – Female Vocalist of the Year Government Town – Story Song for “Four Chords” Jess Moskaluke – Single of the Year for “Good Lovin” Jared Robinson – Artist Publicity Photo for Bastard Poetry Lane Shields – Youth Development Bursary Jared Robinson – Poster for LunarTheory’s “An Unforeseen Mosaic Music, Prince Albert – Recording Studio Impossible Outcome” Rich McFarlane – All Star Band (Guitar) Jared Robinson – Music Producer for LunarTheory’s “An Unforeseen Rich McFarlane – All Star Band (Specialty) Impossible Outcome” Stephen Maguire – Country Music Person of the Year Keiffer & The Curiosity Club – Acoustic Song for “Man Upstairs” Stephen Maguire – Humanitarian Award

WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 25 /AWARD NOMINEES & WINNERS Tera Maguire – Manager of the Year WESTERN CANADIAN MUSIC AWARDS The Hart Boys – Youth Development Bursary OCTOBER 3-6/13, CALGARY AB The Midnight Roses – Rising Star Award Alexis Normand – Francophone Recording of the Year for “MIRADOR” The Timberline Music Show, Larry Krause (Shaw) – Andrei Feheregyhazi – Video of the Year for Woodpigeon’s “Robin Song” TV or Radio Show of the Year Andy Shauf – Producer of the Year (W) The Trudel Family – Country Gospel Album of the Year for Cities Under Fire – Spiritual Recording of the Year for “Bright Lights” “Not Unto Us” Creative City Centre – Live Music Venue of the Year WYATT – Group of the Year Derek Bachman – Talent Buyer of the Year, Rawk Entertainment (W) WYATT – Video of the Year for “Jesse James” Donny Parenteau – Aboriginal Recording of the Year for “Bring It On” WYATT – Album of the Year for “Shoulda Been Here Last Night” Ewan Currie – Songwriter of the Year for “Feeling Good” (W) Yvonne St. Germaine – Aboriginal Artist of the Year George Leach – Aboriginal Recording of the Year for “Surrender” Jack Semple – Blues Recording of the Year for “The Blue Light” (W) Saskatchewan Tourism Awards of Excellence Jared Robinson – Album Design of the Year for LunarTheory’s April 10/14, Saskatoon SK “An Unforeseen Impossible Outcome” 2013 JUNO Awards - Event of the Year Award (Budget Over $20,000) Jason Cullimore – Classical Composition of the Year for Windscape Kite Festival, Swift Current - Event of the Year Award “The Sparrow and the Hawk” (Budget Over $20,000) Jason Cullimore – Classical Recording of the Year for Shann Gowan, Cultural Festivals Swift Current - “Cinematic Symphony and Gamescores” (W) Fred Heal Tourism Ambassador Award (W) Jason Cullimore – Instrumental Recording of the Year for SaskTel Saskatchewan Jazz Festival - Online Marketing Award “Cinematic Symphony and Gamescores” Jennifer Jade Kerr – Spiritual Recording of the Year for SIRIUSXM INDIE AWARDS (Canada) “Permission to be Broken” May 10/14, Toronto ON Jess Moskaluke – Country Recording of the Year for “Catch Me If You Can” The Deep Dark Woods - Folk/Roots Artist/Group or Duo of the Year Johnny Gasparic – Engineer of the Year Rah Rah – Independent Album of the Year for “The Poet’s Dead” (W) VINA DEL MAR INTERNATIONAL SONG COMPETITION Rah Rah – Rock Recording of the Year for “The Poet’s Dead” FEBRUARY 24-27/14, VINA CHILE The Sheepdogs – Rock Recording of the Year for “ The Sheepdogs” (W) Jeffery Straker for “Hypnotized” (W) Tony Hrynchuk/Fahrenheit Films – Video of the Year for WYATT’S “Jesse James” Western Association of Broadcasters June/2014, Banff AB WORD AWARDS Pat Dubois - Leaders of Tomorrow JUNE 12-14/14, GUELPH ON Sally Meadows – Terence L. Bingley Award for Best Song Lyrics for “This New Year” (W)

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26 SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG ARTIST SHOWCASES AMERICANA MUSIC CANADIAN COUNTRY CMJ MUSIC MARATHON M FOR MONTREAL AWARDS MUSIC AWARDS October 16-19/2013, November 20-23/2013, September 17-20/2013, September 5-8/2013, New York NY Montreal QC Nashville TN Edmonton AB Castle River Andy Shauf SaskMusic Showcase: Eli Barsi (All Star Band Awards Slow Down, Molasses We Were Lovers Codie Prevost Performance) JJ Voss Jess Moskaluke FOLK ALLIANCE MUNDIAL (Songwriters’ Cafe) INTERNATIONAL November 19-22/2013, BREAKOUT WEST February 18-23/2014, Montreal QC October 3-6/2013, Calgary AB CANADIAN MUSIC WEEK Kansas City MO Eekwol Castle River May 6-10/2014, Toronto ON Official: George Leach George Leach Autopilot Belle Plaine Indigo Joseph Bastard Poetry Gunner and Smith NXNE Jason Plumb and the Willing Close Talker The Midnight Roses June 18-22/2014, Toronto ON Jeans Boots The Dead South Zachary Lucky George Leach Jess Moskaluke Keiffer & The Curiosity Club SaskMusic Showcase: Gunner and Smith Shawn Jobin League of Wolves Alissa Arnason Rah Rah The Spoils The Little Brothers Blake Berglund Slow Down Molasses Slow Down, Molasses Pimpton John Antoniuk (smokekiller) Whiteboy Slim Young Benjamins The Pistolwhips Poor Nameless Boy OSAC THE GREAT ESCAPE October 18-20/2013, Regina SK May 8-10/2014, Brighton UK Official: Andy Shauf Binder Twine & The Bailers Powder Blue Evie & Jeff (Sawatzky) Rah Rah The Midnight Roses Stephen Maguire THE JUNO AWARDS/ SaskMusic Showcase: JUNOFEST Geoff Smith March 28-30/2014, Megan Nash Winnipeg MB The Dead South POP MONTREAL The Fortunate Isles September 25-29/2013 George Leach Factor Rah Rah Young Benjamins The Sheepdogs (televised Award Show in the tribute to Hall of REEPERBAHN Fame artists, BTO September 26-29/2013, Hamburg DE LIVERPOOL SOUND CITY Rah Rah May 1-3/2014, Liverpool UK The Sheepdogs Powder Blue Rah Rah SXSW March 8-15/2014, Austin TX MIDEM Andy Shauf January 29-February 2/2014, Def 3 Paris FR Jeans Boots SaskMusic Showcase: Slow Down Molasses Andy Shauf Def3 Factor

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THE SHEEPDOGS, PRAIRIE SOCIAL, PRAIRIE SCENE, OTTAWA WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 27 BOARD OF DIRECTORS DAWN WORONIUK / PRESIDENT throughout the Canadian and international tour managed for Saskatoon producer Factor Dawn has been with Saskatoon Media Group music industry. Ryan possesses strong work- on a recent west coast tour. She has volun- for close to 25 years in roles ranging from ing relationships with these individuals, as teered at Ness Creek as a campground am- Music Director to Program Director and to well as skills surrounding promotion, public- bassador, Mosofest as volunteer coordinator, her current position as Promotions/Client ity, marketing, music business management, and Regina Folk Fest for many years as both Services Manager. Dawn not only works grant writing, and other various skills that a volunteer and as a coordinator. Amanda closely with her staff of 10 employees and come along with being in a touring band for believes in building community within the other senior leaders from Saskatoon Media nearly 10 years. provincial music scene and the reputation Group, but she has also worked diligently to of Saskatchewan on the national level. She SUSAN BUSSE / TREASURER develop solid relationships with stakeholders contributes to this goal by assisting touring Susan is an independent publicist in from various community organizations and bands with booking shows, providing accom- Saskatoon who manages local and national businesses. In addition to her strong com- modations and covering travel costs. Since PR campaigns with Canadian artists and en- mitment to the local community, Dawn has 2007, she has assisted such bands as the trepreneurs. She has a business background been active nationally as well. She was on (ON), Rah Rah (SK), Wilderness in marketing, sales and finance and a Bach- Canadian Country Music Association Board of Manitoba (ON), Johnny de Courcy (BC), Old elor of Commerce degree with Great Distinc- of Directors for 6 years and she also played Time Machine (YK), The War Doves (SK) and tion from the University of Saskatchewan. She an integral role in the successful Country Reform Party (SK) with tour logistics in cities is grateful to work with music clients such as Music Week Saskatoon hosted in 2012. Dawn across the country from Charlottetown PEI to Alexis Normand, Belle Plaine, Carrie Cath- has also served on a number of boards in Victoria BC. She also has years of experience erine, Rosie & the Riveters, League of Wolves, Saskatchewan, including the Saskatchewan sitting on various boards and committees Saskatchewan Jazz Festival, Regina Folk Country Music Association and, of course, and is excited to put those skills to use assist- Festival, Donny Parenteau and ; SaskMusic, where she is currently serving as ing in the enhancement of the Saskatchewan with television clients such as The Neighbors President. Dawn will tell you she has the best music industry. Dog and Space Stretch, and with corporate job imaginable; not only is she passionate clients such as Saskatchewan Institute of ADELE BOYCHUK about music, she gets to work in the industry Medical Simulation, TAP Communications, Adele Boychuk attended the University of with individuals and organizations who share LEAD Pilates, SleepWell Baby and The Two Western Ontario and the U of S, and gradu- her desire to be a part of its continued growth. Twenty. She currently serves as Treasurer of ated with an Honours BA in Arts (English). She RYAN GULLEN / VICE-PRESIDENT the Board for SaskMusic and as a regular juror is also a graduate of the Film & Music Busi- Ryan is the bass player in Saskatoon-based for CARAS, FACTOR, WCMA and the CCMA. ness program at Pacific Audio Visual Institute, band The Sheepdogs. Since 2004, they Previous roles include radio tracking for On- . Adele has been involved in music have recorded and released four full-length Ramp Records, producing CMT music videos business since 1995. Career activities have albums and two EPs, which have sold more for Fahrenheit Films and freelance writing included indie label marketing work, graphic than 150,000 copies (including a Platinum for Saskatoon Express. Susan was born and designer, agent assistant, band manager, Record certification for “Learn & Burn” and raised in Biggar and loves her Saskatchewan publishing assistant, festival entertainment Gold Record certification for “The Sheep- roots as much as she loves music. committee member, artist relations coordina- dogs”), three #1 songs on Canadian rock tor, and stage manager. Since October 2005, AMANDA SMYTANIUK / SECRETARY radio, 4 JUNO Awards and numerous other Adele has worked for the Saskatchewan In- Amanda’s wide and varied involvement in awards and nominations. Ryan has toured dian Gaming Authority as the Entertainment the Saskatchewan music industry is reflec- across Canada countless times and through- Program Coordinator for the 6 SIGA casinos. tive of her passion for the Canadian industry out the United States, Australia and Europe. This position involves the centralized buying, as a whole. She is the current manager for During this time, Ryan has also acted as the contracting and marketing of entertainment Saskatoon band Jeans Boots and is the for- band manager and booking agent, which has suitable for SIGA’s markets. Adele has been a mer manager of Young Benjamins. She also resulted in him working with professionals director on the SaskMusic board since 201

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28 SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG TARON COCHRANE Canadian Music Awards and FACTOR. This Yellowbird, Patricia Conroy, Bobby Wills, and Nominated for several Prairie Dog magazine will be Sean’s second year on the SaskMusic Brad Johner to name a few. O’Reilly is a five- “Best of Regina” 2014 awards and voted “2nd Board and he looks forward to working with a time winner of SCMA “Manager of the Year”, Best Twitter Feed in Regina” in 2013, member great team and affecting positive change for multiple CCMA winner for “Record Company of the CBC Saskatchewan Future 40, music local musicians. Person of the Year” and “Record Label of the commentator on national news programs Year”, and a perennial CCMA and WCMA nom- AMY NELSON and local media, local music promoter and inee. In 2012, he was presented the “Industry Amy is a professionally trained singer/song- enthusiast, public speaker, volunteer for local Builder Award” by the Western Canadian writer (BMusEd degree, Univ of Regina). initiatives such as booking local music guests Music Awards. O’Reilly currently serves on the She has performed across the prairies and on Global Regina, freelance writer for the Board of Directors for the Canadian Country internationally in Australia and Mexico and at Leader-Post, social media correspondent for Music Association. Canada Day Celebrations in London, England. BreakOut West 2012, 2013 JUNOs, Telemiracle Her capabilities were recognized with the Sean Pion 38, Mosaic 2014 and the 2014 Gateway Music Emerging Artist Award at the 2012 Mayor’s Sean is currently the Principal/Manager of the Festival. Driven and passionate, Taron has wit- Arts and Business Awards. Amy has sig- Recording Arts Institute of Saskatoon. He is nessed firsthand the positive results of simply nificant music industry business experience also co-owner of Theta Lab Post-Production doing what you love. As the former Creative gained through self-managing her perform- Audio Inc. Sean began his career playing with Marketing & Communications Manager for ing career. This including creating a strategic his own band The Dalai Lamas. In the early the Regina Symphony Orchestra, he helped plan, branding, product development, mar- 2000s, he began composing music for TV to strengthen their online presence and bring keting, and building a distribution network. and film. In 2007, he and Doug Luciuk started classical music to a larger demographic, and She regularly attends industry events such Theta Lab. They have composed music and a Top 24 finalist in the socialfresh.com “Top as the CCMAs, and has a personal network of sound design for 3 TV series (one a multi- 10 Twitter Brands of 2011”. A polka advocate, music industry professionals across Canada. Gemini winning series), an award-winning in 2010 Taron brought national attention to Amy’s experience on various music industry- short film, and numerous commercial and Canada’s polka king, Walter Ostanek. The re- related committees includes: SaskMusic musical projects. Sean has a true passion for cipient of a John Lennon Songwriting Award, (Board Member 2011-2013), Regina Country audio and a genuine desire to see the music he also co-wrote a single that peaked at #3 Music Association (Secretary), Saskatchewan scene in Saskatchewan flourish. on New Zealand charts. Music is his passion Country Music Association (Board Member, and his involvement with SaskMusic and Jeanette Stewart and Committee Member 2010), JUNOs (2013 Saskatchewan musicians is something he is Jeanette Stewart is a Saskatoon-based Committee Member – Venues and Logistics). exceptionally proud of. musician and writer. She has toured with LOUIS O’REILLY the band Slow Down Molasses since 2007 SEAN GALLOP Music entrepreneur Louis O’Reilly is one of and performed her own material under After completing a marketing degree from the most prominent figures in the Cana- the moniker Jeans Boots since 2008. She the UofS, Sean got his first job in the business dian country music industry. He is currently has released three EPs and is working on a of music booking at Lydia’s in Saskatoon and Vice-President of Invictus Entertainment, debut full-length record. As Jeans Boots, she later spend five years in charge of program- one of the world’s top 100 biggest concert has orchestrated several solo tours across ming and promotions at Louis’. Throughout promoters, with a thriving agency, manage- Canada, appeared at NXNE, and performed his career he has worked in a wide variety ment, label, and film division. He previously extensively within Sask. including multiple of roles within the music industry including: presided over a thriving Saskatchewan-based appearances at the Gateway Festival, Ness sound tech, guitar tech, high steel rigger, artist management company and indepen- Creek and MosoFest. She has also col- venue rep, and promoter. He continues to dent record label that represented the top laborated with Saskatoon-based hip-hop show rep for companies such as Live Nation, echelon of Canadian country talent, including producer Factor, featured on recordings with The Union Events and Rawk Entertainment, , Aaron Lines, , Shane Paranoid Castle, Myka 9 and Kay the Aquanut. as well as sitting on juries for the Western

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Stewart attended the University of Regina sive experience on stage, augmented by work competitive industry. With 2 self-produced School of Journalism and has worked with behind the scenes in stage management, albums as an artist, 5 nationally charting the Saskatoon StarPhoenix and CBC Radio, band management, talent buying and event singles at radio, 2 international charting as well as freelancing for the Regina Leader- planning (regional), production manage- singles, an SCMA award for Roots Album of Post and Prairie Dog magazine. While at the ment, live/ recording/broadcast engineering, the Year, a video in rotation in the U.S., WCMA StarPhoenix she wrote extensively on the album producing and album promotions on Nomination in 2009 for Producer of the Year, province’s arts and culture scene. She is also the international scene, Voss has made a full Production Manager and Mix Engineer for a former Polaris Prize juror; an active FACTOR time living for 21 years in the industry while international recording artist Emerson Drive, juror and has served as a Board Member of keeping a residence in Saskatchewan. In 2007 Mix Engineer for local tribute artist Rory SaskMusic since 2012. She is also a graduate Voss formed “JJ Entertainment Inc.” owned Allen, talent buyer/production manager for of the Sask. Arts Board’s Creative Industries and operated in Regina. With regular trips to the 2007 CCMA Live Nightclub of the Year, JJ’s Entrepreneurship course (2013). Nashville, volunteering for select charities, history on both sides of the curtain continues solid touring schedule (split between his to serve him well. JJ Voss career as an artist and position with Emerson JJ has worked professionally in the entertain- Drive), JJ continues to thrive in a changing, ment industry for over 24 years. With exten-

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DEREK BACHMAN, PROGRAM MANAGER and international events and tours including Festival, juries, music licensing initiatives, > EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR / SASKATOON JunoFest 2007/2013, Western Canadian Music compilation CDs, Economic Impact Surveys Derek has been involved in the Canadian Awards Festival 2007/2012, and 2013 Cana- and more, in addition to participating on music industry for the past 17 years and has dian Country Music Week Edmonton event numerous boards and committees including worked on several of the largest festivals, producers (Rawk Entertainment responsible the WCMAs, CCMAs and SCMAs. She now concerts and events in the province for com- for all CCMA non-broadcast events). Derek is oversees communications and membership panies like Live Nation Canada and Union responsible for exporting and professional including research and marketing for our Events. Derek has also shown dedication development for Saskatchewan music indus- various programs; website and social media serving as a director on numerous boards, try individuals, nationally and internationally. development; member consults; songwriters’ and has been instrumental in the success and issues and various other projects. Lorena is LORENA KELLY, PROGRAM MANAGER a singer/songwriter and hired gun keyboard development of SaskMusic, the Western Ca- > Communications & Operations player/ background vocalist with appearanc- nadian Music Awards, Credit Union Centre in Manager / REGINA Saskatoon, the Saskatoon 2007 JUNO Awards es at various major festivals and award shows, Lorena has been with SaskMusic since ‘97, and 2012 Canadian Country Music Week Bid overseas and national TV broadcasts. She has and still finds that every week brings a new and Host Committee. Derek is also a partner performed and charted with her own original and challenging experience. Through the in Rawk Entertainment Inc., a respected projects and is proud mama to a 4-year-old years she has served a multitude of roles leader in the Canadian music industry for spitfire. She is also currently Vice-President of including having at various times overseen the last 15 years, in a number of capacities, the Regina Musician’s Association. our workshops and master classes, VIP and has production credits on local, national events, press conferences, Flatland Music

JEANETTE STEWART / JJ VOSS. PHotos by Matt Ramage*: DEREK BACHMAN* / Lorena Kelly* / Kaelen Klypak*

30 SASKMUSIC ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 WWW.SASKMUSIC.ORG STAFF KAELEN KLYPAK, PROGRAM MANAGER team at the 2012 CCMAAs. In her spare time HELEN OUTERBRIDGE, BOOKKEEPER / SASKATOON she loves taking in local live music, and even Helen has been our part-time accountant and Kaelen has been actively involved in the picks up her own guitar every now and then. financial administrator since 2002. Saskatchewan music scene for over 13 years, BETHANI JADE, ADMINISTRATIVE LISA PRPICH LANIGAN, PROGRAM managing and playing in various musical ASSISTANT / SASKATOON COORDINATOR / REGINA projects. In 2011, Kaelen moved to Vancou- Bethani has been involved in the local indie As an On-Air Announcer and Music Director, ver and acquired an Arts and Entertainment theatre scene for many years. Bethani is also Lisa spent 14 years (11 of them at GX94 in Management diploma from Capilano Univer- a Ness Creek lifer, having grown up attending Yorkton) developing relationships and learn- sity where he studied music business, record the festival with her family. Over the years, ing how to promote to those with talent. From label management, non-profit organizations, she has been involved with the festival in there, Lisa moved to the Yorkton Film Festival and strategic marketing strategies to succeed nearly every capacity from children’s enter- and honed her skills in event management in the entertainment industry. During his tainer to office administrator to SafeNess and artist liaising. Before joining SaskMusic, practicum he attended meetings with 604 Committee coordinator, and, most recently, Lisa spent a few years working in the film and Records, BMG, Interscope, and Sony. In late she is serving her second term on the Board television industry and managing the Yorkton 2012, Kaelen moved back to Saskatoon and of Directors. Bethani was selected to be Film Festival. She runs a small publicity busi- started his own music publishing company, part of Common House Initiative’s inaugural ness called Moon Shadow Music, where she Kmusic Publishing, where he manages and Emerging Cultural Leadership Exchange provides guidance and encouragement for administers the musical works of interna- Program in 2013. Bethani is excited to be several local independent artists and 13th tional artists. working with the SaskMusic team to continue Ave Records. A fan of everything from indie- REBECCA WINDJACK, PROJECT to support the growth and development of Canadian to vintage UK to new wave to honky COORDINATOR > PROGRAM & Saskatchewan artists at home and abroad. tonk, Lisa spends her free time collecting vinyl, EDUCATION COORDINATOR / REGINA creating print media and mixing cocktails on BRITTNEY MACFARLANE, Rebecca’s passion for music and entertain- ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT / REGINA her deck. ment developed at an early age, when she Music has had a place in Brittney’s heart since JOHN-PAUL (J.P.) ELLSON, CHIEF EXECUTIVE began dabbling with various instruments and an early age. She’s travelled around the world OFFICER & GENERAL LEGAL COUNSEL exploring her father’s extensive record collec- to many music festivals and shows, and is J.P. brings a great deal of history and experi- tion. After studying Media Production Com- an avid record collector. Upon graduating ence to this position. He was a member of the munications, she tested the waters of radio, high school, she dabbled in film production, SaskMusic Board of Directors for many years, but quickly moved into the film and televi- writing and many various other artistic ven- and was President 1995-2001. He has served sion industry where she worked on notable tures. She decided to pursue an education in as the Chair of the FACTOR National Advisory titles such as CBC’s InSecurity, The Nature Human Resources based on her enjoyment Board, is a past chair of the WCMAs, and was a of Things, and TSN’s Engraved on a Nation of working with people, and figured it was a local producer for the JUNO Awards, WCMAs series. Since joining SaskMusic she has been skill set that could be transferred across many and the CCMAs in 2007. He is currently the able to take advantage of opportunities and industries. Prior to joining SaskMusic, she was Chair of the Canadian Council of Music Indus- develop new skills including event co-ordi- Front of House Manager at Globe Theatre. try Associations (CCMIA) and is a Director of nation, member and volunteer management, She thoroughly enjoyed working in the non- BreakOut West. He has been an integral part of entertainment journalism, photography, and profit arts industry, and when the opportuni- the music industry in Saskatchewan for many live production to name a few! Rebecca also ty to join SaskMusic came up, she knew it was years and is a lawyer with extensive experi- has a background in volunteerism, includ- right for her. She is thrilled at the opportunity ence in entertainment law. ing volunteer coordination/artist liason at to support the growth of the Saskatchewan the Rockin’ The Fields of Minnedosa Music music scene. Festival, and on the Hot Rows Entertainment

Photos by Matt Ramage*: Rebecca Windjack* / Bethani Jade* / Brittney MacFarlane / J.P. Ellson / Lisa Lanigan

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