CBG Artist Development
Chris Burke-Gaffney – aka “CBG”, is an acclaimed Canadian songwriter, musician, producer and artist developer. Chris oversees the daily operations of CBG Artist Development, which consists of: CBG Artist Development / NB Studios / Atomic Ranch Records.
He formed CBG Artist Development to manage and develop singer/songwriter Chantal Kreviazuk and co-wrote her triple platinum album “Under These Rocks and Stones”.
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.
Since then, Chris has written and produced literally hundreds of songs and has helped artists in developing material including McMaster & James, Kyle Riabko, MacKenzie Porter, Sierra Noble, Kelly Bado and Petric. Chris’ songs/productions have been recognized by numerous awards including Juno, New York City Songwriter Award, American Music Award, Western Canadian Music Award, Canadian Aboriginal Award, Native American Music Award MB Country Music Award. He’s had hit songs in the US, Australia and Canada.
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’ behind the scenes work earned him “Manager of the Year”at the 2000, 2001 and 2002 PMA Awards and at the WCMA Awards in 2005.
Chris is a former director of The Songwriters Assoc. of Canada
Clients
- Kelly Bado
- Banned & Outlawed
- Bucky Cromwell
- Eagle & Hawk
- Alan Doyle
- Lexi Ebert
- Colin Elmore
- The Daddy Complex
- Daniel Desorcy
- Ali Fontaine
- Kimberly Dawn
- Tom Wilson
- The Pumps
- Alex Runions
- Billy Simard
- Sandra Sutter
- The Treble
- Project Monster
- Kyle Riabko
- McMaster & James
- Sierra Noble
- Norway Rabliauskas
- Ariel Posen
- Desiree Dorion
- Rhonda Head
- Indian City
- Chantal Kreviazuk
- Moody x 2
- Orphan
- Low Budget Rockstar
- Petric
- MacKenzie Porter
- Derrick Gottfried
- Stefanie Westdal
- The Keats
- Indspire Awards
- Driver
- Sara Diamond
- Platinum Black
- Jim Cuddy
- Raquel Cole
- Red Thunder Bird
- Harlequin
- Keith Dutiaume Jr.
The Studio
With the full compliment of sound libraries including Steven Slate Drums, Stylus, Ivory, Battery, Trigger, Groove Agent, Halion and all the best Waves and Universal Audio plug-ins, CBG’s unique programming skills have won him accolades and allowed him to keep recording budgets lower.
And as a former singer, he prides himself on getting vocal performances that even surprise his clients.
CBG’s NB Studios is sponsored by Steinberg and Yamaha Canada Music and has the latest cutting-edge microphones and recording software available.
MFM Accredited.
