Industry icon and entrepreneur extraordinaire launches a new podcast series brings authentic stories from the entertainment industry “Backstage Insider with Jim Norris”.
The entertainment world has a new destination for authentic, unfiltered conversations. “Backstage Insider with Jim Norris,” invites audiences into the real world of the entertainment industry through compelling interviews with the people who shape the entertainment industry, today and tomorrow.
Host Jim Norris brings his extensive entertainment industry experience to bear in conversations that go beyond the surface. From seasoned professionals who’ve shaped the industry to emerging talents making their mark, each episode uncovers the untold stories that rarely make headlines.
In 1979, he launched Canadian Musician magazine in Toronto. Later that year, the newly formed company, Norris-Whitney Communications, launched Canadian Music Trade magazine. NWC published the printed programs for the Juno Awards, the Toronto Arts Awards, The Canadian Stage Band Festival, The CASBY Awards, the Canadian Country Music Awards and the Toronto Music Awards. In 1983, NWC published the 1st edition of Music Directory Canada. In the 1980s, NWC launched a distribution service, Music Books Plus, specializing in books, videos, software on music, pro audio and lighting.
“We are excited to present this new platform and the response has been so positive,” Jim Norris says, “with 44 years of experience with Canadian Musician and a wealth of clients and contacts it only makes sense to enter into the digital world.”
The podcast explores the creative journeys, pivotal decisions, and defining moments that shaped guests’ careers. Topics range from navigating industry challenges and breakthrough opportunities to the craft and collaboration that bring productions to life.
“I have always been interested in the technology since the 1980’s and we were ahead of the times with emails and creating digital relationships. This podcast is something that is a natural evolution for me. I already have an extensive list of industry folks both artists and people behind the scenes that have really shaped the industry as we see it today.”
Born to musical parents, he became heavily involved in music during high school, playing trumpet and then drums. He studied music at University of Toronto and then played professionally for 7 years, recording and touring with bands Taxi, Tote Family and Seadog.
In 1990 Norris-Whitney launched Professional Sound magazine and in 1997 launched Professional Lighting and Production magazine.
He has conducted seminars and webinars on Advertising, the Internet, the Music Business, Self Promotion and database marketing at trade shows in Canada and the U.S.
He is currently the president of Entertainment Marketer, the Publisher of Entertainment Spotlight and the Host of Backstage Insider with Jim Norris.
The podcast explores the creative journeys, pivotal decisions, and defining moments that shaped guests’ careers. Topics range from navigating industry challenges and breakthrough opportunities to the craft and collaboration that bring productions to life.
Born to musical parents, he became heavily involved in music during high school, playing trumpet and then drums. He studied music at University of Toronto and then played professionally for 7 years, recording and touring with bands Taxi, Tote Family and Seadog.
In 1990 Norris-Whitney launched Professional Sound magazine and in 1997 launched Professional Lighting and Production magazine.
He has conducted seminars and webinars on Advertising, the Internet, the Music Business, Self Promotion and database marketing at trade shows in Canada and the U.S.
He is currently the president of Entertainment Marketer, the Publisher of Entertainment Spotlight and the Host of Backstage Insider with Jim Norris.
“Backstage Insider With Jim Norris” fills a gap in entertainment media by prioritizing substance over celebrity gossip, offering listeners genuine insight into what it takes to succeed in one of the world’s most competitive industries.
Episodes are available now on the Entertainment Insider website and everywhere podcasts are found. New episodes drop weekly.
For episode guides, guest information, and exclusive content, visit www.backstageinsider.biz.
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Additional Websites:
Entertainment Spotlight – www.entertainmentspotlight.biz
Canadian Music Spotlight – www.canadianmusicspotlight.com
Music Retail Spotlight – www.musicretailspotlight.com
Entertainment Marketer – www.entertainmentmarketer.com