Chris Burke-Gaffney (Winnipeg, Manitoba)
Director
Chris started his career as singer/bassist for The Pumps (Polygram). He
signed his first record deal as a teenager and toured the country with
the likes of Triumph, Guns & Roses and AC/DC. While in his 20’s
Chris wrote his 1st top 10 single. The group was Orphan (CBS) and the
song “Miracle” is still a staple on classic rock radio across Canada.
It was during this period that Chris learned the, “ins and outs” of
touring and making records.
In 1996 he formed CBG Artist Development
to manage and develop singer/songwriter Chantal Kreviazuk (SONY) and
co-wrote her triple platinum "Under These Rocks and Stones". CBG has
written and produced literally hundreds of songs and has helped artists
in developing material including McMaster & James, Kyle Riabko,
Sierra Noble and Driver. His songs/productions have been recognized by
numerous awards (Best Aboriginal Recording – Eagle & Hawk – Juno
Awards) and (Album Of The Year and Best Folk Album – Little Hawk
Aboriginal Music Awards). Many of his songs have also been used for
movies and television including Chicago Hope, Felicity, Malcolm in the
Middle, Degrassi, Real World and Providence.
Chris oversees the daily operations of CBG Artist Development, which consists of:
CBG Artist Development / CBG Studios / Vatikan Records / songs4media.com