As Owner & Operator of Sounds Simple I have a lifetime of experience in and around this field. I started playing in bands professionally at 16 and spent some years both touring the Maritimes full time as well as doing weekend gigs. I worked in the audio- video retail industry for over 10 years during which time I was also doing side work as disc jockey for events and bars as well as videographer and film transfer. At this time I also did technical work for live theater.

Following that, I spent 11 years in Toronto working for CORUS radio, specifically Classic Rock Q107, Edge 102 and AM 640. The amount, level of work and experiences I had in Toronto alone I feel should definitely give me advantage by comparison to the competition of the immediate area. I was responsible for coordinated all outside station events large and small, from huge trade shows, concerts and sport events to local charity events. The work would include type of set up, part time staff, technical ( sound lighting, broadcasts etc.) permits, contracts, signage, contest ideas and execution, prizing, MC or host work, on air talent, voice work for commercials, fleet maintenance and graphics (14 units). Also station liaison to public, celebrities, community groups and much more. I have worked with some of the biggest names in the world of entertainment, sports and politics. Examples would include being responsible for coordinating weekly live radio broadcast for Toronto Maple Leafs and Argonauts to technical production of live performances and interviews i.e. AC/DC, Aerosmith, Rush, Tragically Hip, Metallica, UFC, etc.

I have also been an in ring announcer at live WWE events, news correspondent, and have done live broadcasts from outside the country. These are just a few examples and at many times I would have several of these things taking place at same time or day.

In 2000 I was voted by the Corus Radio staff as employee of the year and I guess there was good reason for it, if my name was on it I made it the best I could with the resources available and left with a perfect record having delivered on literally thousands of events and broadcasts.

Since returning home I decided to try and put my experience and interest in music, sound & lighting to good use by starting a small audio production company, which hopefully will grow to having the capabilities to eventually handle large scale outdoor concerts. Initial services are for DJ and smaller venues needing sound for live bands, comedians etc. Plans are to reinvest income into more equipment making it possible to do larger local venues such as stadiums and outdoor venues properly without the “BIG CITY” costs . If all goes well expect a local recording studio and booking agency down the road.

I believe in a quality product and professional service. Sounds simple will evaluate your situation and provide the best quality it can for the best price it can.


Update 26/07/08

.......things have been progressing at sounds simple.

Since the start four years ago I have been constantly upgrading and adding to the sound & lighting equipment. Currently I have nearly $100,000. worth and can handle any situation from a small system for a speech, to a stadium or mid-sized outdoor event. Over those years I have done production for countless bands, dozens of DJ dances and several theatrical productions.

Some of the higher profile gigs would be Matt Mays & El Torpedo, Men of the Deeps, Yuk Yuks, Dawn Langstroth (Anne Murray's daughter), John Campbell John, the Divorcees, Canada Day @ Pugwash Gathering of the Clans, as well as working with political types such as premier Rodney McDonald & minister Peter McKay. Im also happy and proud to have been a part of many recent Showcase productions such as "Children of Eden" and "Blood Brothers".

Plans are to continue acquiring more and better gear, although a larger truck may need to be 1st on the list as the current cube van cant handle the situation now. The recording studio and booking end of things have yet to develop but if your in the market for either you can always drop me an email as I have contacts for several bands I've worked with, as well as friends with home studios and may be able to help. So if you have an event which requires great sounds your solution is simple.