With Artists. For Culture. From the Ground Up.

Who We Are

We're the peak body for contemporary music in New South Wales - here for the artists, communities and music businesses that make this state's culture what it is. We show up for musicians at every stage and advocate for sustainable local music scenes, with the wellbeing of artists at their centre.

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What We Do

Programs that build careers and strengthen music communities.

First Nations

Championing First Nations artists and music communities

New Wave

Practical insights and real world advice for a new wave of artists

MusicNSW Social Club

Real world meetups for the people making music happen

Wamarra Music Lab

Workshops and mentorship for First Nations music business leaders

Regional Tours

Getting artists on the road in Regional NSW

Outset

Backing young people to build all ages music scenes

Where We Are

Our team is based across the state, supporting artists and music communities wherever they live, work and create.

Sydney
Regional
Western Sydney
Newcastle
Wollongong

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Organisations That Can Help You With Your Music Business

First Nations led organisations, programs and others who can help with your music business

Processes & Tools for Your Music Business

Good processes provide the structure needed for to grow your music business

Registering a Business

Registering your music business lays a strong foundation for growth

Royalties Explained

How music royalties work & how to collect them

How to Create an Invoice

How to create an invoice for music work

Getting Played on Radio

How to get your music on the radio

Discover

Stories, sounds and insights from across the state.

New Gen Artistry: Bringing Western Sydney R&B to the front

New Gen Artistry elevates Western Sydney R&B through live platforms.

Howl & Moan Records: Byron's Rite of Passage Music Venue

Howl & Moan nurtures emerging artists in Byron’s live music scene.

Fillmore's: Kiama's Creative Community Cafe

Fillmore's builds community through live music and culture in Kiama.

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New Gen Artistry: Bringing Western Sydney R&B to the front

Howl & Moan Records: Byron's Rite of Passage Music Venue

Fillmore's: Kiama's Creative Community Cafe

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Playlists

What we’re listening to locally.

First Nations

Newcastle & Surrounds Sounds

South West, Riverina & Murray Sounds

Northern Rivers Sounds

North West Sounds

Far South Coast Sounds

Central West, Outback & West Darling Sounds

Mid North Coast, Upper Hunter & Orana Sounds

Southern Tablelands, Highlands, Shoalhaven and surrounds Sounds

Western Sydney Sounds

Wollongong & Surrounds Sounds

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