Jesse Giddings

Langley, BC, native Jesse Giddings moved to Toronto to pursue a BIG dream: becoming a MuchMusic VJ. And the timing couldn't have been better. Just after Jesse made the move, he caught the eye of MuchMusic producers at an open casting call earlier this year. Yielding his knowledge of music, unmistakable charm, and social network savvy Jesse ultimately scored the best job on television. (read more)

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  • Jesse’s First Shift!!
    Jesse’s First Shift!!
    HAY!!!! Our brand new, hot out the kitchen VJ Jesse Giddings is about to have his first live shift at noon!! He wants to know: what bands have influenced your life? And also, be honest - what do you think about his first shift on air? Comments? Concerns? Marriage proposals? Leave your thoughts in the comments! (read more)
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    Posted: Mon, Nov 02, 2009
  • Jesse: The Silence Has Ended
    Jesse: The Silence Has Ended
    Day 10 – Thursday, October 29 The Silence Has Ended … With a Press Release Today is the day that I’ve been waiting for. Now I’m finally allowed to talk about my job at MuchMusic. It’s been a surreal time so far and I can’t wait for the rest. So far the response has been overwhelming & [...] (read more)
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    Posted: Fri, Oct 30, 2009
  • Jesse: First Day
    Jesse: First Day
    “Today was my first official day as a MuchMusic VJ”. Damn, was that good to say. But what does that mean? What does a day in the life of a Much Music VJ look like? I am not so sure myself – but I’ll take you along for the ride. The First Day Of course, at any new [...] (read more)
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    Posted: Tue, Oct 20, 2009
  • Jesse: The Night Before
    Jesse: The Night Before
    So here it is - the night before I officially start as a MuchMusic VJ. I have to be in to the office for 9:30, so I should probably be sleeping, but my sleeping schedule is way off so I don’t think that’s going to happen. I bought new runners today and went for a run [...] (read more)
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    Posted: Mon, Oct 19, 2009

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DREAM JOB
Langley, BC, native Jesse Giddings moved to Toronto to pursue a BIG dream: becoming a MuchMusic VJ. And the timing couldn't have been better. Just after Jesse made the move, he caught the eye of MuchMusic producers at an open casting call earlier this year. Yielding his knowledge of music, unmistakable charm, and social network savvy Jesse ultimately scored the best job on television.

RUNWAY TO ROCK'N'ROLL
Landing the best job on television may be Jesse's big break, but the former model is no stranger to the camera. Discovered in Downtown Toronto by Elite Models, Jesse has definitely got his blue-steel look down. But aside from his camera-ready charisma, it's Jesse's passion for music that really makes him stand-out. Learning to play the bass from his Dad over the phone, the avid musician is a regular in the music scene, having played with indie bands Swingset Champion and We Shot the Moon. When he's not on stage performing, Jesse can found supporting up and coming bands at local shows or on his computer tweeting and Facebook-ing with Much fans. Jesse says he's excited to build on his experiences touring and connecting with young people at MuchMusic.

JESSE GIDDINGS WANTS PEOPLE TO KNOW...
That he's a jack of all trades. From surfing, snowboarding and rock climbing to blogging, going to concerts and travelling, Jesse's up for just about anything. Much's latest addition is poised to make his mark with Much viewers by bringing his go-getter style to television sets across the country.

JESSE GIDDINGS' STATS
Gig: Much VJ
Bday: October 5
Hometown: Langley, BC
Dream Interviews: Coldplay, Lil' Wayne and Death Cab for Cutie
Words to Live By: May My Love Speak Louder Than My Words (which is tattooed on Jesse's arm)
Bass-er Instincts: Jesse played piano and other instruments growing up, but in college met a band that needed a bass player. Jesse's dad taught him how to play the bass over the phone, he went to the audition and started jamming. The rest is history.
Fave Bassist: Paul McCartney. Jesse has admitted to lusting after McCartney's 1963 Hofner Bass
Essential Artists: Death Cab For Cutie, Copeland, Underoath, Cobra Starship, Sigur Ros, Sherwood, Rise Against, Ratatat, Phoenix, Passion Pit, Nada Surf, Muse, Miike Snow, mewithoutYou, Lights, Kings Of Leon, Kings Of Convenience, Grizzly Bear, Empire Of The Sun, Emily Haines, ELO, Drake, CSS, Bright Eyes, Bon Iver, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Paramore.

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  • jessegiddings@twitter.com (Jesse Giddings)

    jessegiddings: @JeeC awe, thanks. Ya I'll be at much all next week. Come say hi!

  • jessegiddings@twitter.com (Jesse Giddings)

    jessegiddings: @lauramichelle_ crazy fun! Lots of work, lots of sun. And tons of surfing.

  • jessegiddings@twitter.com (Jesse Giddings)

    jessegiddings: @inggango ya, I need rest. Long day. Started surfing at 6 am then long day of travels. ttys

  • jessegiddings@twitter.com (Jesse Giddings)

    jessegiddings: @ElisaSpinello93 well if u mean heat like the heat exuding from my body because I'm so burnt, then yes, I brought some heat. lol

  • jessegiddings@twitter.com (Jesse Giddings)

    jessegiddings: @xcruushx a lot of work, but way to much fun. Got to do some amazing stuff and plenty of surfing

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