From Setbacks to Comebacks | AMPLIFY Season 3 Episode 2
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Sometimes, no is the most powerful thing you can hear. From rejected pitches to career-altering mentorships, our guests bare it all. Join Brandon Gonez, Hillary Leblanc, Director X, Jester, Marika Siewert, Twysted Miyake-Mugler, Weyni Mengesha, Gail Case, Dalton Higgins, and Carla Beauvais as they reveal how they turned their biggest challenges into their greatest strengths. Get inspired to craft your own comeback story! --- About AMPLIFY The music industry is a complex and convoluted maze, but we're here to help you navigate it! In this visual podcast ‘AMPLIFY,’ we talk to Canada's...
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“Are you hustlin’ or are you hustlin’?” | AMPLIFY Season 3 Episode 1
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Can you have a career in entertainment? AMPLIFY is the podcast you need about the entertainment industry. Season 3 kicks off with a raw and unfiltered look at what it truly means to chase your dreams in Canada's entertainment industry. Join this star-studded lineup of industry heavyweights and rising talents: Media mogul Brandon Gonez, journalist Hillary Leblanc, filmmaker Director X, DJ Jester, artist Marika Siewert, ballroom artist Twysted Miyake-Mugler, artistic director Weyni Mengesha, music industry executive Gail Case, PR professional Dalton Higgins, and social entrepreneur Carla...
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AMPLIFY Podcast - Carey Riley
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In this episode, we talk to Carey Riley, who currently holds the position of Director of Marketing at Sony Music Canada. This Toronto music professional has worked on successful campaigns for: Justin Bieber, Travis Scott, Kayne West, Future, Tyler Shaw, and many more. Carey was also a Brand and Partnership Manager at UMC and Island Def Jam, and an artist manager for 4Korners and IRS. She believes if you work hard and surround yourself in your passion, you’ll find your rhythm and love what you do.
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AMPLIFY Podcast - Dylan Bonfils
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Dans cet épisode, nous nous entretenons avec le Guadeloupéen Dylan Bonfils De son initiation précoce à la musique jazz par son père, à son engagement en faveur de la culture, en encourageant l'inclusion par le biais de la sensibilisation au 2SLGBTQ+, de l'autonomisation des femmes, des initiatives en faveur de la diversité, et en dissipant les mythes de l'industrie pour les nouveaux arrivants. Aujourd'hui, chez Multicolore, il canalise son amour pour la musique dans le rythme des événements et la coordination des dynamiques de bureau.
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AMPLIFY Podcast - Pascal Lecourtois
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Dans cet épisode, nous nous entretenons avec Pascal LeCourtois, un professionnel accompli qui a fait ses preuves dans l'obtention de résultats tangibles dans le cadre de projets créatifs de toutes tailles. Pascal a joué un rôle crucial en facilitant des partenariats fructueux entre de grandes sociétés de spiritueux comme Bacardi, Romeo Gin, Charton Hobbs, et le monde de la culture. Son dévouement à la construction de partenariats significatifs continue de conduire au succès dans toutes les entreprises qu'il entreprend.
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AMPLIFY Podcast - Vivian Barclay
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In this episode, we kick back with Vivian Barclay, the Managing Director of Warner Chappell Music Canada and one of the founding partners of ADVANCE. She has an impressive career spanning over 25 years, working with a diverse roster of incredibly talented songwriters, including Jully Black, Machel Montano, Classified, and Brad Rempel of High Valley. She also sits on the boards of Music Publishers Canada, SOCAN, and Phemphat Entertainment Group, the producers of the all-female Honey Jam Showcase.
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AMPLIFY Podcast - Jully Black
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In this episode, we get up close and personal with Canada’s Queen of R&B soul, Jully Black. From her humble beginnings to becoming a powerhouse in the industry, Jully shares her experience and insights on what it takes to excel as a singer, songwriter, and actress. With a career spanning over multiple decades, she’s worked with some of the biggest names in music, including, Nas, Saukrates, Choclair, Kardinal Offishall, Destiny’s Child, and Sean Paul. And she shows no sign of slowing down.
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AMPLIFY Podcast - Hollywood Jade
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In this episode, Choreographer, Creative Director, and TV personality - Hollywood Jade, shares his unfiltered, raw, and emotional story. As well as supporting artists on stage like Nelly Furtado, Divine Brown, and Rihanna. He has been featured as a dancer in movies like Save the Last Dance 2 and the blockbuster hit Hairspray. And is the resident choreographer and guest judge for Canada’s Drag Race. He reminds himself daily that: “If you stay ready, you never have to get ready."
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AMPLIFY Podcast - Lord Quest
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In this episode, we sit down with Grammy-nominated producer and songwriter, Lord Quest. From co-producing 2Chainz's "Vlad TV" to working with Kelly Rowland, Jordin Sparks, Schoolboy Q, and many more, Quest's discography is a testament to his immense talent and skill. Having previously been a part of the Warner Music Canada A&R team, Quest now serves as Creative Executive of Black Music at SOCAN,
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AMPLIFY Podcast - Morgan "MJ" James
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In this episode, we chat with the multi-talented Morgan James, also known as MJ. With more than a decade of experience in radio broadcasting, MJ has made a name for herself as a versatile radio presenter across various genres, from Hip Hop and R&B to soul. She is now the Host of Pure Country Radio. A passionate advocate for mental health awareness, she’ll leave you with a renewed sense of motivation, to pursue your dreams and prioritize self-care.
info_outlineReflecting on what you've learned is essential for making forward movements. And that goes for any career. When you know why things happened the way they did and what you can do to change your future, you're halfway there.
In this episode of the Amplify podcast, we reflect on the past and plan for the future with media personality Jesse Jones, entrepreneurs Ebonnie Rowe and Jermayne Clayton, artists DJ 4KORNERS and DJ Lissa Monet, and publicists Randy Phipps and Jamelia Campbell.