The superstars of marketing break bread, accept honours and schmooze at this eagerly-anticipated awards luncheon – a colourful event fairly bursting with wit, wisdom and creative energy. Closely watched by agencies and broadcasters alike, The Crystals are an industry barometer of who’s who, and who’s hot. Limited tickets are available now for this unparalleled networking event.
HOSTED BY: JEAN PAUL
Jean Paul’s comedy is culled from his cultural crazy quilt of a childhood – born in Trinidad, raised in Brooklyn and currently residing in Toronto. “Savage wit and spontaneous combustion combine into an explosive comedic barrage. This cat is fearless. In terms of any kind of act, he works without a net. He is so freewheeling it’s almost psychedelic.” - Daryl Jung, NOW Magazine, Toronto
This in itself explains his kaleidoscope of accents. He’s funked up, has a twinkle in his eyes and is deadly articulate. Feeding off the vibe of a room makes his performances electrifying. Says Jean Paul, “I was always into comedy, even as a kid. I found it fascinating. Some of my friends were into model car kits. I was into Richard Pryor, George Carlin and Bill Cosby.”
PERFORMANCE BY: JUSTIN NOZUKA
Twenty-two year old Justin Nozuka began writing his own songs at the age of 12. Since then he has continued to impress every person who comes across him. With an extremely successful first album, Nozuka’s sophomore record You I Wind Land and Sea has seen him headlining a 29 date tour across the globe. Playing support slots for world renowned artists such as Stevie Wonder, Mary J. Blige, John Mayer and Jason Mraz while lending his voice to bring attention to social causes, Nozuka continues to demonstrate his ability to impress and inspire on a global level.
| CRYSTAL AWARDS SPONSORS | ||||||
|
||||||
 |
2012 Crystal Gala Winners
Award Radio: Small Market
GOLD SOUTH COUNTRY FEED AND SUPPLY “Rappin’ Rat Zapper”
Created by Bob Johnstone of Island Radio
SILVER REIGN VALLEY VIXENS “Good Girls”
Created by Angus Godfrey, Jay Helmus & Abby Simpson of Rogers Radio Vancouver
BRONZE PRESTIGE JEWELLERS “The Magician”
Created by Alistair Wilkinson & Ryan Leininger of Rogers Radio Calgary
Award Public Service Announcement
GOLD CANADIAN RED CROSS “Just Seconds”
Created by Larry MacInnis, Adam Karch, Mike Occomore & Alexis Vigar of Bell Media
SILVER Get Out and Vote—820 CHAM “The Parliament Hillbillies”
Created by Dave DeRocco & Joe Seyler of Astral Radio Hamilton
BRONZE BCAB—DRINKING & DRIVING “You Crash”
Created by Angus Godfrey & Jay Helmus of Rogers Radio Vancouver
Award Radio Promotion Single
GOLD 102.1 THE EDGE—EDGE FREE MONEY MONTH “Purse”
Created by Kyle Taylor & Sean McNamara of Corus Radio Toronto
SILVER 999 VIRGIN RADIO “Maria Aragon Meets Lady Gaga”
Created by Astral Radio
BRONZE ROCK 101—BRO JAKE’S BUCKET LIST “Ocean Puree”
Created by Chris Leitz & Marlin Brown of Corus Radio Vancouver
Award Radio Campaign
GOLD GLASSMASTERS “Blammo, Nuts, Golf Lessons”
Created by Adam Hunter, Warren Cargill, Rob Bourdeau, Dustin Collins & Matt Van Essen of Astral Radio Calgary
SILVER WOOLWICH DAIRY “Nature Film, Goatees Are Sexy, The Jealous Cow”
Created by Larry MacInnis, Mike Occomore, Suzie Matheson & Adam Karch of Bell Media
BRONZE CG&B INC. “Bathsheet, Recite, Ice”
Created by Melanie Frei & Chris Shapcotte of Rogers Radio Toronto
Award Radio Single
GOLD MAACO “Michelangelo”
Created by George McRobb, Hugh Malcolmson & Jay Oliver of Rogers Radio Winnipeg
SILVER WILLOW DENTAL CARE “Sleepy”
Created by Michael J. Popil & Ben Malcolm of Rogers Radio Vancouver
BRONZE WOOLWICH DAIRY “Goatees Are Sexy”
Created by Mike Occomore, Larry MacInnis & Adam Karch of Bell Media
Award Radio Promotion Campaign
GOLD 102.1 THE EDGE—EDGE FREE MONEY MONTH “New Purse, Bear Repellent, New Sweater, First Class”
Created by Kyle Taylor & Sean McNamara of Corus Radio Toronto
SILVER 999 VIRGIN RADIO “Maria Aragon & Lady Gaga—Pre-Concert & Post-Concert”
Created by Eddie Bower, Chris Ebbott, John Downey & David Wannan of Astral Radio
BRONZE Q107 SONG WORMS “Bennie and the Jets, YYZ, Dirty Deeds, Ziggy Stardust, All We Are”
Created by Gary Whidden & Scott Smith of Corus Radio Toronto
Award Creative Use of Sound/Music
GOLD VIRGIN RADIO VANCOUVER “Virgin 95.3 Remembrance Day”
Created by John Masecar of Astral Radio Vancouver
SILVER K-Rock 105.7 “Cut It All Away”
Created by Mike Darrach & Doug Elliott of Rogers Radio Kingston
BRONZE KiSS 92.5 “KiSS Custom Song Intros”
Created by Chris Pottage of Rogers Radio Toronto
Award Agency Campaign
GOLD PLAYLAND “By The Numbers, Ze Name, Teutonic Taunting”
Created by Rob Tarry of Rethink
SILVER SUBWAY “Sub of the Day”
Created by Brian Murray, Raul Garcia, Brent Choi, Melissa Gallagher, Angela Marlatt & Ed Zych of Cundari
BRONZE SCIENCE WORLD “Sneeze, Right Handed, When Giant Nerds Roam The Earth”
Created by Stephanie Bialik & Rob Tarry of Rethink
Award Performance
GOLD NEW YORK FRIES “Fashion Kitty”
Created by Juniper Park
SILVER 93.9 BOB FM—BOB GET ME OUTTA HERE “B to the O to the Mother Lovin’ B RAP”
Created by Rob Mortimer, Chris Knowles, Barry Hayes & Todd Schick of Bell Media Radio Ottawa
BRONZE NEW YORK FRIES “Unicorn”
Created by Juniper Park
Award Agency Single
GOLD SEARS OPTICAL “Auction”
Created by lg2
SILVER SPECIAL OLYMPICS CANADA “Gord”
Created by Grey Canada
BRONZE MR. LUBE “Slogan”
Created by Rob Tarry of Rethink
Award Copywriting
GOLD STRATHMORE RODEO “Digital Marketing”
Created by Phil Copithorne of Karo Group
SILVER GREENGATE GARDEN CENTRE “Free Range Trees”
Created by Dare Vancouver
BRONZE NEW YORK FRIES “Fashion Kitty”
Created by Juniper Park
Platinum Award Best in show
SEARS OPTICAL “Auction”
Created by lg2
