SXSW 2012

Pres
Bearsuit Publishing Inc
Chris Budd started his career in the music industry in 2003 at Aporia Records. After experience in many facets of the label, Chris changed his focus Tv/Film licensing and publishing, overseeing these activities at the label representing 16 domestic and international titles and landing notable film, tv and ad placements for artists such as Lily Frost and The Coast. In mid ’07, Chris formed Bearsuit Publishing, a publishing and song pitching company and acting as president, Chris continues to explore licensing opportunities for his artists in television, film, advertising and video games. Chris is also the owner/editor for the Toronto music blog, Indie Music Filter. The site receives thousands of unique visitors daily and since its creation in January 2006, has built up a reputation as a trusted source for new music. His words in Indie Music Filter have been quoted numerous times in the UK paper The Independent.