The first part of a mini series focused on how you and your music are seen, found and followed. The three sessions on branding, marketing and PR respectively will be led by Adam Lindsay, a senior publicist, currently working for entertainment marketing and publicity agency, beehive. What does developing an artist brand mean? How do you

The second part of a mini series focused on how you and your music are seen, found and followed. The three sessions on branding, marketing and PR respectively will be led by Adam Lindsay, a senior publicist, currently working for entertainment marketing and publicity agency, beehive. When you think about tour marketing, it’s about getting

The third and final part of a mini series focused on how you and your music are seen, found and followed. The three sessions on branding, marketing and PR respectively will be led by Adam Lindsay, a senior publicist, currently working for entertainment marketing and publicity agency, beehive. How do you think about developing your

Not every artist has (or needs) a manager. So what does it mean when you’re doing it yourself?Join this panel of three regionally-based self-managed artists sharing their journeys releasing music, touring and building communities around their music locally, nationally and internationally:Nidala Barker, a Jabirr-Jabirr/Djugun singer-songwriter and custodianship educatorAngus Field, a proud Gumbaynggirr musician and member

Think outside the box when planning your regional tours to find approaches to touring that align with your music and budget.Learn how to plan smarter, find new audiences and keep touring sustainable from folks who’ve done it themselves.Led by triple j’s Home and Hosed host Ash McGregor, you’ll hear from:Fanny Lumsden, an ARIA and Golden

Don’t miss this evening of insight & inspiration from artists and music scene makers designed to empower artists and industry professionals through two distinct sessions.Register hereSound Advice: Making A Scene Panel | 6:00 – 7:00pm Join a panel of scene-makers and community builders in music as they discuss the power of collaboration, thinking outside the

Ready to take your music on the road but not sure where to start? Let’s map it out together. Over 250 live music venues across regional NSW offer a huge opportunity to connect with new fans and communities. Join our panel to learn how to plan a regional tour, approach venues, and get tips for

MusicNSW’s workshop at Conscious Connects covers key aspects of navigating the live music industry, from understanding tech riders, to working with venues, managers and booking agents. Participants will explore a range of resources in budgeting, grant writing for live shows, and practical tips for collaboration and connecting with community and audiences. Catch MusicNSW’s very own

As an artist, embracing your language and cultural heritage through music can feel deeply authentic, foster connections with your community, and set you apart in a crowded industry. Join us for a conversation with artists who have made and released music in languages other than English: Lamira, a young poet-turned-musician from Venezuela who, after moving

Recording your music is an exciting part of bringing your creative vision to life. In this practical masterclass, we’ll explore the pros and cons of recording at home versus in a studio, and introduce hybrid recording as a flexible and affordable approach. Learn about the tools you need to confidently record at home and how

Your story as an artist is essential in creating connections that go beyond just the music.It’s what draws in audiences, captures the media’s attention, and makes industry professionals take notice.By weaving it through your bio, media releases, interviews, press shots, social content, and live performances, you help people truly understand who you are and what

Future Thinking by 4E Sydney brings together creatives from Western Sydney to reflect on their journey and how they’ve developed processes and strategies for navigating challenges, success and their careers in the industry.Hosted by Ricky Tana (Opn), the panel will feature A.GIRL (Artist), Capital Zee (SoulMate, ONEFOUR), Jessica Jade (Artist) and Kate Asamoah (Retail Marketing,

On the eve of the 2024 ARIA Awards, join us for an exclusive deep dive to discuss the ongoing momentum of indie pop sensation Royel Otis. Don’t miss this conversation with Royel Otis manager Andrew Klippel (Ourness), marketing strategist Mardi Caught (The Annex) and reps from Thinking Loud, Spotify, Triple J and YouTube as they

Central Coast artists and industry, you’re invited to this special event presented by MusicNSW, Central Coast Council, Central Coast Music & Arts and the Live Music Office.Join to connect with local artists and people working in the music industry and learn about sync and live performance from some of the best in the biz.The event

Click to Register Panel and networking // 6.30pm: Collaboration in music with Annabel Blackman, Harrison Hall, Kaylene Milner and Lindsay McDougall// 7.30pm: Wollongong music scene networking opportunity Wollongong is brimming with artists, venues, promoters and others across the industry doing incredible work to build the local scene and share it with the world. This is

Panel and masterclass// 6pm: Artist management panel with Montaigne, Si Jay Gould, Katie Rynne and Oli Goeldner// 7.30pm: Masterclass on how to pitch yourself with Rob CarrollSo you want a manager? Come along to find the secret sauce – what is it that managers are looking for in an artist? What can you do to

Panel and masterclass // 6pm: Music Biz for Beginners panel with BARKAA, Rice Xu, Gen Fricker and Danii Mariner// 7pm: Marketing and PR masterclass with Matt Jordan (MFPR, BARKAA) There are many journeys in the music industry and no one right way to get started. Really, it’s about finding what will work for you and

Register hereNorthern Beaches artists and industry, you’re invited to this special event presented by MusicNSW, Northern Beaches Council and the Live Music Office. Join to connect with artists and industry professionals based in the area and get a run down on the essentials of setting up your music career. The event will feature a panel

Get insider knowledge on approaching festival organisers, crafting standout pitches or applications, and understanding the key factors that influence lineup selections. Come away with: Insights into the festival lineup selection process and the criteria festival organisers consider when booking artists. Strategies for crafting standout pitches and presenting yourself effectively to festival curators. This is part

Find out how to go about securing airtime and how to use radio promotion to amplify your tour’s reach, attract new audiences and maximise your exposure across the airwaves and online. Come away with: An understanding of the role of radio in promoting your tour and reaching new audiences. Practical tips for crafting compelling pitches

Learn how to harness the power of social media to cultivate a loyal fanbase and create meaningful connections that extend beyond your local community. Come away with: Strategies for using social media to engage and grow a loyal audience beyond local borders. Techniques for creating meaningful connections with fans and fostering a sense of community

Connect with fellow artists and industry in this interactive session designed to foster collaborations and expand your network across regional NSW.  This session will include five breakout rooms. You can join the breakout session for your area to connect with people in your region, or join another room to find out what’s happening in regions

Dive in to the world of touring with industry experts, discovering different approaches to navigating regional touring effectively. Come away with: An understanding of different touring models and their suitability for various types of artists and regions. Practical tips and best practices for planning and executing successful regional tours of your own. This is part

Join us for an exclusive interview as Zach and Billy from Hockey Dad share the highs, lows, and insights from their journey in the music industry. This is part of our series Sound Advice: Regional Touring Panels, Talks and Masterclasses. Regional artists and industry, whether you want to build your fanbase, secure that coveted festival

CALLING FIRST NATIONS ARTISTS & BANDS BASED IN NSW Elevate your music career with our Sound Advice masterclass tailored just for you. Join us for an immersive online session where you’ll delve into the essentials of crafting your Electronic Press Kit (EPK) – your online artist resume. An EPK is your gateway to the industry,

CALLING FIRST NATIONS ARTISTS & BANDS BASED IN NSW Elevate your music career with our Sound Advice masterclass tailored just for you. Join us for an immersive online session where you’ll delve into the essentials of crafting your Electronic Press Kit (EPK) – your online artist resume. An EPK is your gateway to the industry,

Calling First Nations artists & bands based in NSW Elevate your music career with our Sound Advice masterclass tailored just for you. Join us for an immersive online session where you’ll delve into the essentials of crafting your Electronic Press Kit (EPK) – your online artist resume. An EPK is your gateway to the industry,

Calling all local talents and festival wanderers! Whether you call Tamworth home or you’re passing through for the Country Music Festival, this is your invitation to join a gathering of like-minded artists and music industry folks. Attend to uncover invaluable tips for touring shared by artists who have paved their own way to success then

The music industry is always shifting and the digital landscape in constant flux. Different technologies come and go; some stick, and some don’t. One thing is for sure, music and technology go hand-in-hand.  Hosted by Kartini Ludwig (Director and Founder of Kopi Su), we talk with two collaborators – Daniel Stricker (The Deep Faith / Siberia Records / Midnight Juggernauts)

SOUND ADVICE x ARIA AWARDS PRESENTS:More than 120,000 songs get uploaded to streaming services like Spotify & Apple Music every day. So how can you make sure yours is heard? Artist manager Elise Naismith (Lemon Tree Music, Budjerah & Kita Alexander), TikTok Music’s Content and Programming Lead Rochelle Flack and marketing specialist Mardi Caught (The

Are you interested in learning how you can ensure your music-making is as green as possible?  Making and sharing music has an environmental footprint. Your decisions about gigs, tours and transport, merch, packaging and waste all have an impact. Attend this session for actionable tips on how you can be more sustainable and contribute to

Generating buzz about your tour through radio, online media, TV and print can be an important part of getting to come to your shows. Attend this session for a run down on how to approach media and what to send them for the best chance of coverage. Positive Feedback publicist Rhiannon Cook will lead this

Getting people to your shows is a critical part of touring success. So how can you use marketing to help, and how much do you need to spend?  Whether it’s social media, online ads or posters, when choosing how to market your shows, it is important to understand where your fans (and potential fans) live,

There are a lot of things to take into consideration when organising a tour, and making good choices about both the big picture decisions and the details gives you the best chance of a smooth and successful experience. Artists, artist managers and tour managers are invited to this third session of the special Sound Advice

Whether you’re a seasoned musician or just starting out, understanding the ins and outs of budgeting for a tour is crucial to heading out on the road with confidence. Artists, managers, promoters and others interested in regional touring are invited to attend this session on the knowledge and tools you need to confidently navigate the

Are you an artist or in a band that would love to get out on the road?Touring in regional NSW offers opportunities to play new venues, develop your live performance, grow your audience and connect with other artists. But, it’s important to consider when you’ll get the most out of touring and make sure you’re

Your brand can help you be found and find new audiences for your music. It can give fans a way to connect with you and begin to understand your story. But it’s easy to get caught up in getting your music out there – recording, PR, streaming, playing shows, etc. – and thinking about an

Our First Nations development coordinator, Kaleena Smith, is running one-on-one grant writing sessions exclusively for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participants.Book your 30 min one-on-one session (phone or online).You’ll be guided through the array of grants that are currently available, get help figuring out which ones apply to your situation, along with tailored resources and

Calling all NSW regional music industry professionals and artists!  Come along and talk to us about live music in your region, and join in to make connections that will bring the industry closer and open up pathways for your own career. This interactive session will be hosted online by MusicNSW Managing Director, Emily Collins who

Are you being ripped off? Superannuation laws changed in July last year – come find out if you’re owed super, or if you should be paying it. Are you a sole trader in the music industry? Did you know that new laws recently came in regarding superannuation payment for contractors? It’s quite complex and many

What is a sync license and how does it work? What does a sync brief look like and how do you even get one?Music Supervisors Jen Taunton (Midnight Choir, Level Two Music) and Kevin Call (Midnight Choir) will take you through the basics of sync, from what is a sync deal to accessing the sync

In partnership with ARIA, Sound Advice heads to Casula Powerhouse for a very special ARIA Week event all about Getting Played.  Whether it’s radio, streaming playlists, socials, or the dancefloor, every artist shares one goal: getting played. This expert panel discussion will dive into what you need to do to reach the programmers, DJs and

Just because people don’t buy records like they used to, it doesn’t mean there’s no money to be made!In October, MusicNSW’s professional development series Sound Advice investigates all the ways to earn an income beyond playing live and selling records. Via this expert in-person panel discussion you’ll get the lowdown on merch, NFTs, publishing and

Throughout September & October we’re hosting a series of masterclasses, each presented by a different digital streaming platform. This session is hosted by Katie Hardwick (Music Business Partnerships, Apple Music). This series will set you up to maximise your chances across these platforms by explaining how they work and how to craft an approach that’s

Throughout September we’re hosting a series of masterclasses, each presented by a different digital streaming platform.This session is hosted by Marion Briand, Music Partnerships Manager at YouTube Music in Australia and New Zealand.This series will set you up to maximise your chances across these platforms by explaining how they work and how to craft an

Throughout September we’re hosting a series of masterclasses, each presented by a different digital streaming platform. This session is hosted by Abby Butler, Community Producer at triple J Unearthed.This series will set you up to maximise your chances across these platforms by explaining how they work and how to craft an approach that’s right for

Throughout September we’re hosting a series of masterclasses, each presented by a different digital streaming platform. This session is hosted by Will Evans, Bandcamp’s Artist and Label Ambassador for Australia & Aotearoa/New Zealand.This series will set you up to maximise your chances across these platforms by explaining how they work and how to craft an

Throughout September we’re hosting a series of masterclasses, each presented by a different digital streaming platform. This session is hosted by Jono Harrison, Artist & Label Partnerships Lead from Spotify.This series will set you up to maximise your chances across these platforms by explaining how they work and how to craft an approach that’s right

MusicNSW & Central Coast Music & Arts presents Sound Advice: Music Industry 101For this special all-ages instalment we’ve partnered with Central Coast Music & Arts to deliver tailored insights for people aged from 12-25yrs old to help demystify the music industry and show possible career pathways.This session will consist of a panel discussion followed by

When funding opportunities pop up, you have to act fast. But writing a grant application can be a long and tricky process. In this free Sound Advice webinar, we’ll help you develop a grant kit so that when those opportunities do pop up, your application will already be well on its way. We’ll talk through things

Book your 30 min one-on-one session for phone or Zoom.Book in a one-on-one session with a MusicNSW staff member who will guide you through the array of grants that are currently out there, help you figure out which ones apply to your situation, and give you tailored resources and general advice on how to put

Touring is complicated. There are so many things to keep track of, like line-ups, backline, transport, which venues to approach, budgets, accommodation… and all this before a chord’s even been strummed. July’s instalment of SOUND ADVICE to the rescue! Hosted by Mia Hull (FBi Radio) and featuring artist Loren Ryan, Rebecca Young (Collective Artists) and Tom

Image description: event banner featuring dark background with some colourful shapes, event name and details and partner logos.FEEDBACK 2022 is hereDOWNLOAD SCHEDULE + VENUE MAPIf you’re aged 12-25 and wondering how to break into the industry, or trying to move your career to the next level, FEEDBACK is THE PERFECT opportunity to learn how to

Image description: banner graded light blue to dark blue with event name “DIY Touring for Independent Artists” and event details, supporter logos with blue swirls in the bottom corners.Touring is back and with audiences across the country champing at the bit, now is a great time for you to take your music on the road.In

Image description: predominantly yellow banner with event name “All gigs great and small” and event details, supporter logos with blue swirls in the bottom corners.Whether you’re planning a gig down the local, or a 20,000 capacity festival, you’ve got to have a handle on event planning fundamentals. This Coffs Harbour instalment of SOUND ADVICE welcomes

Image description: Red banner with large text “MusicNSW presents COOMA Meet’n’Greet’ and blue swirls in the bottom corners.. Calling all local music industry! Are you a muso? A venue owner? An audience member? A teacher? A promoter? A manager? Then come along to The Royal Hotel on Tuesday 26 April to meet other passionate people

Image description: purple banner with blue swirls and event details. A strong Electronic Press Kit is the best way to present yourself and your music to all levels of the industry including venues, agents, labels and media. But what is it? In this special SOUND ADVICE Masterclass, Nashville via Batemans Bay-based music branding expert Mel

Image description: predominantly blue banner with event details and blue swirls.SOUND ADVICE is in Orange this April to give you the lowdown on everything you need to consider before, during and after you lay down those groundbreaking tracks! Come along to the newly renovated Rolling Wheel Studios in Orange and meet the people behind four of

Image description: blue banner with blue swirls and event details. A strong Electronic Press Kit is the best way to present yourself and your music to all levels of the industry including venues, agents, labels and media. But what is it? In this special SOUND ADVICE Masterclass, Nashville via Batemans Bay-based music branding expert Mel

Image description: predominantly yellow banner with event details, blue swirl and part of a guitarist.Calling all local music industry! Are you a muso? A venue owner? An audience member? A teacher? A promoter? A manager?Then come along to April’s Sound Advice Showcase at Tamworth Country Music Festival and meet other passionate people in your local

Image description: predominantly blue banner with title “Releasing Your Music Masterclass” and event details, the Sound Advice, MusicNSW, Create NSW and APRA AMCOS logos, and blue swirls in the bottom corners. You wrote a great song, you recorded it, now all you need to do is throw it up on Spotify and watch the streams

Image description: blue banner with event name and details, partner logos and blue swirls in the bottom corners. With all the channels available to everyone, there are so many options for putting yourself and your music out there, but it can become overwhelming. Come along to the Armidale Playhouse as Music Marketing titan Tracey Griffiths (Kick

Image description: predominantly yellow banner with event details, an image of Stu Marks and a blue swirl. Touring is complicated. There are so many things to keep track of; backline, transport, budgets, accommodation – and this is before a chord’s even been strummed! SOUND ADVICE is in Port Macquarie this April to help make sure you’re

Image description: predominantly yellow banner with event details and blue swirls.With literally tens of thousands of songs being released every day, a savvy approach to music media gives you your best shot at getting your music heard. Key to this is understanding how the media works and what they are looking for.  Featuring panellists from

Image description: yellow banner with event title and details and blue swirls.Publicity is the indispensable art of getting your music and your story out into the media. Once the music has been written and recorded, a smart publicity strategy can mean the difference between 100 and 100,000 streams. We recognise this and so in April, Sound

Image description: banner featuring event details, a golden background and blue swirls.Touring can sharpen your stagecraft and songwriting, earn you a heap of new fans and (if you can believe it) an income! But if you don’t think strategically about your touring, it can wipe you out, financially and emotionally. In this special masterclass, touring musician

Image description: banner featuring event details, a golden background and blue swirls.Touring can sharpen your stagecraft and songwriting, earn you a heap of new fans and (if you can believe it) an income! But if you don’t think strategically about your touring, it can wipe you out, financially and emotionally. In this special masterclass, touring musician

Image description: Red banner with large text and blue swirls.Calling all local music industry! Are you a muso? A venue owner? An audience member? A teacher? A promoter? A manager?Then come along to March’s Sound Advice online Meet’n’Greet for Lismore and meet other passionate people in your local music community.This session will be hosted via

Image description: Red banner with large text and blue swirls.Calling all local music industry! Are you a muso? A venue owner? An audience member? A teacher? A promoter? A manager?Then come along to March’s Sound Advice online Meet’n’Greet for Tweed Heads and meet other passionate people in your local music community.This session will be hosted

Image description: Red banner with large text and blue swirls.Calling all local music industry! Are you a muso? A venue owner? An audience member? A teacher? A promoter? A manager?Then come along to February’s Sound Advice online Meet’n’Greet for Coffs Harbour and meet other passionate people in your local music community.This session will be hosted

Image description: Red banner with large text and blue swirls.Calling all local music industry! Are you a muso? A venue owner? An audience member? A teacher? A promoter? A manager?Then come along to February’s Sound Advice online Meet’n’Greet for Byron Bay and meet other passionate people in your local music community.This session will be hosted

Image description: Red banner with large text and blue swirls.Calling all local music industry! Are you a muso? A venue owner? An audience member? A teacher? A promoter? A manager?Then come along to February’s Sound Advice online Meet’n’Greet for Bathurst and meet other passionate people in your local music community.This session will be hosted via

An Electronic Press Kit (EPK) is a musician’s passport to the music industry – it’s an essential part of any artist’s toolbox.A strong EPK shows that you are serious about your career; it’s the best way to present yourself and your music to all levels of the industry including venues, agents, labels and media. But

Image description: Red banner with large text and blue swirls.Calling all local music industry! Are you a muso? A venue owner? An audience member? A teacher? A promoter? A manager? Then come along to February’s Sound Advice online Meet’n’Greet for Bellingen and meet other passionate people in your local music community. This session will be

Image description: Red banner with large text and blue swirls.Calling all local music industry! Are you a muso? A venue owner? An audience member? A teacher? A promoter? A manager?Then come along to February’s Sound Advice online Meet’n’Greet for Orange and meet other passionate people in your local music community.This session will be hosted via

Image description: Red banner with large text and blue swirls.Calling all local music industry! Are you a muso? A venue owner? An audience member? A teacher? A promoter? A manager?Then come along to February’s Sound Advice online Meet’n’Greet for Tamworth and meet other passionate people in your local music community.This session will be hosted via

Image description: Red banner with large text and blue swirls.Calling all local music industry! Are you a muso? A venue owner? An audience member? A teacher? A promoter? A manager? Then come along to February’s Sound Advice online Meet’n’Greet for Armidale and meet other passionate people in your local music community. This session will be

Image description: Event banner with event details in black and green, and a green paint swirl on a yellow background beneath the Sound Advice logo. Just because making music is your passion, doesn’t mean it shouldn’t earn you an income. There are lots of ways beyond gigging to earn money from your music – from

Image description: Event banner with event details in black and green, and a green paint swirl on a yellow background beneath the Sound Advice logo. Just because making music is your passion, doesn’t mean it shouldn’t earn you an income. There are lots of ways beyond gigging to earn money from your music – from

Image description: Predominantly grey event banner featuring event details in red, dark grey and white and a colour image of artist BLESSED on the phone wearing bright red jacket.With so much of our lives moving online this past year, digital collaboration feels like the natural way of working now. But whether it’s international, interstate or

Image description: Light blue banner featuring event details and black and white images of Becca Hatch and Ricky Simandjuntak over pink, purple and blue swirls.Getting the artist/manager relationship right is crucial to building a successful, sustainable career. At its best, the relationship is a potent symbiotic mix of shared ambition, shared philosophy and shared passions.

You wrote a great song, you recorded it, now all you need to do is throw it up on Spotify and watch the streams come rolling in right? Wrong!The age of streaming presents new opportunities for musicians based in regional areas, but only if you know how to take advantage. With over 60,000 songs being

Want to use this lockdown time to learn how to make your gigs, website or venue more accessible for people with disability?  Book in for a free 60-minute online consultation with our resident access and inclusion expert Morwenna Collett. Morwenna is a disabled musician and runs a consulting practice specialising in the arts, diversity, access

While the pandemic has taken a heavy toll on our live music industry, this enforced hiatus has provided a rare opportunity to reflect on how we do things, and get to work making changes in preparation for reopening. It’s a rare opportunity to make live music accessible. 1 in 5 Australians live with disability – that’s a

Using online platforms is easy – they’re built to be easy. But using them to actually advance your music career is a lot trickier. How do you build an audience? What should you be posting? And when should you be posting it? And what about distro and streaming platforms? WHAT!? Sound Advice comes to the

A strong Electronic Press Kit is an essential part of any artist’s arsenalIt’s the best way to present yourself and your music to all levels of the industry including venues, agents, labels and media. But what is it?In a special two-part Masterclass, Nashville/Wollongong-based music branding expert Mel Core-Caballo will lay out everything that goes into

Times are tough but right now there is a range of grant opportunities out there for NSW artists and industry.In these sessions, MusicNSW Managing Director Emily Collins and Executive Producer Laura Murdoch will guide you through the array of grants that are currently out there, help you figure out which ones apply to your situation,

Support Act is offering Crisis Relief Cash Grants to musicians and music industry workers rocked by a loss of income due to rolling pandemic lockdowns.In a special lunch break edition of SOUND ADVICE, we’re going to help you take advantage of this opportunity with an online information and Q&A session about who’s eligible and what

Join Sats Kramer, your Regional Music Officer from the South East on Zoom, for July’s Cooma Meet Up!Sats will be joined by Nikki Tuckwell from APRA AMCOS who will be giving a comprehensive rundown of all the services they offer to musicians all over Australia. Joining us too will be Jo Larkin, Head of South

Join Sats Kramer, your Regional Music Officer from the South East, on Zoom for July’s Moruya Meet Up!Sats will be joined by Nikki Tuckwell from APRA AMCOS who will be giving a comprehensive rundown of all the services they offer to musicians all over Australia. Joining us too will be Tamlyn Magee, President of Candelo

SOUND ADVICE: Building Your Team is on its way and in light of the recent COVID flare-up we’re taking this party online. Join us on Tuesday 20 July on Facebook Live for a live panel and Q+A that will cut through the nonsense and drill down on who emerging artists really need around them to

MusicNSW is excited to announce a special in-person event hosted by our Regional Music Officers – a Social Media Masterclass followed by a local industry networking Meet’n’Greet. Join us and learn how to get your online profile humming, and then meet some of the legends who make up your local scene irl (that’s social media

MusicNSW is excited to announce a special in-person event hosted by our Regional Music Officers – a Social Media Masterclass followed by a local industry networking Meet’n’Greet. Join us and learn how to get your online profile humming, and then meet some of the legends who make up your local scene irl (that’s social media

MusicNSW is excited to announce a special in-person event hosted by our Regional Music Officers – a Social Media Masterclass followed by a local industry networking Meet’n’Greet.Join us and learn how to get your online profile humming, and then meet some of the legends who make up your local scene irl (that’s social media for

This month’s Sound Advice is a Social Media Masterclass for artists and their teams, and it went down live on Facebook 6pm on Wednesday 28 April.  SOUND ADVICE Social Media MasterclassWatch HereMusicNSW operates from the stolen land of the Gadigal people of the Eora nation. We extend our heartfelt respect to elders past, present and

CLUB RMOTE is an end-of-year Zoom hang for anyone and everyone involved in music in regional NSW.  At a time when opportunities to connect are few and far between, this “club night” hosted by our Regional Music Officers (RMOs) is a chance to build professional relationships and chat about the joys and challenges of working

The final instalment of Levels Masterclasses for 2020 is here and we’ve got a all-online program featuring some of the best in the biz! This suite of masterclasses offers a unique overview of life behind the desk from all angles, helping you level up your technical skills at the same time. There will also be

REGIONAL MANAGER 1-ON-1SWhen: Late OctoberZoom Artist management has so many moving parts that to do it well, you need to understand how it all fits together. And being regionally-based adds another layer of complexity again. That’s why MusicNSW has partnered with AAM for this special regional SOUND ADVICE series offering 1-on-1 access to two of

MusicNSW and Australia Council for the Arts present First Nations Grant Advice – a very special edition of SOUND ADVICE for First Nations artists and industry looking to apply for grant funding.  If this is you, tune in to this free SOUND ADVICE Crowdcast event from 4–5pm on Tuesday 22 September, as Michael Hutchings and

If you’re an emerging artist, getting a manager might feel like the next logical step forward for you and your career, but that’s not always true. Whether it be that the timing isn’t quite right, or that keeping hold of the reins yourself is just a better fit your career, self-management could be the stronger

MusicNSW’s new-look Levels program for 2020 will kick off with one-on-one Audio Engineering workshops run at the iconic Studios 301 on Saturday 27 June. As with all Levels events, these workshops are open to women, trans and non-binary applicants only.  The hour-long workshops will be packed with personalised advice on producing and mixing your track,

The MusicNSW Regional Music State of Play is a critical live-streamed forum presented by our Regional Music Officers (RMOs) Phoebe Pinnock, Sats Kramer and Michael Simic. The RMOs will survey the current state of the music industry in their regions of southern and south-eastern NSW, provide regional-centric tips on how to navigate the new post-bushfire/COVID-19

As part of City of Sydney’s Youth Fest 2020, April’s NEW NOW rolls out a high-octane, horn-driven, all-ages extravaganza as Sydney 6-piece Thunder Fox get set to rumble the foundations of 107 in Redfern. Thunder Fox will be supported by two radical under-18 acts to be announced closer to the date. Strap in!NEW NOW ft

In response to consistent and distressing statistics around poor mental health outcomes for musicians, MusicNSW, APRA AMCOS and Support Act present a very special instalment of SOUND ADVICE – Sound Mind. This event will focus on how to develop the resilience to survive and thrive in an inherently uncertain industry, seeing and supporting those around

This month’s NEW NOW all-ages rager is all-ages on both sides of the microphone with Northern Beaches adrenaline cowboys Crocodylus hitting the stage with support from two under-18 young gun acts piew piew! It’ll be Carey St bringing the indie heat from the east and Western Sydney psych-rock upstarts Children of the Sun warming things

Crack the publicity code and get media traction for your music, with personalised guidance from PR pro Janelle Morse (Morse Code PR).  Janelle will bring her 13+ years of experience to your 1-on-1 and help you refine the message you’re putting out into the world so it makes the biggest splash possible. Each session is

NEW NOW is an all-ages alcohol-free gig series programmed by the MusicNSW Young People Committee featuring the best emerging talent from NSW and beyond.  The series is back on Feb 22 with a bushfire relief fundraiser of epic proportions! NEW NOW #1 sees pop powerhouse Bec Sandridge join RnB poet laureate imbi for an irresistible double headline. In support will

Lock in your sit-down with marketing titan Mardi Caught (The Annex and former General Manager of Warner Music Frontline Marketing), and get personalised guidance on laying the foundations for your marketing strategy and building your brand.  Each session is 30 minutes and will give you face-to-face feedback on what you’re doing right and what you

Get ready for the latest instalment of SOUND ADVICE: a series of panels, talks and masterclasses featuring the best in the business. This time round, benefit from the wisdom of industry heavyweights from triple J, Dew Process, Comes With Fries, Astral People, Midnight Choir and White Sky. October’s SOUND ADVICE features the following masterclasses: That

Have you been asked to sign on the dotted line but not sure if you’re getting the best deal? Whether you’re agreeing to royalty splits with bandmates, thinking about signing an agreement with a manager or trying to work out if your publishing deal is fair – chances are that at some point in

MusicNSW presents FEEDBACK: A music conference for young people. A jam-packed day of music industry networking, talks, and panels for those aged 12-25.Taking place at JMC Academy in Ultimo, FEEDBACK is the perfect opportunity for young people who want to learn how to get gigs, release music, build a fan base, work with publicists, get airplay, find

MusicNSW is proud to present New & The Now: An all-ages gig series programmed by the MusicNSW Youth Committee! Returning to 107 Projects, Redfern on August 23rd, New & the Now #5 brings together three very special artists on the rise: DIY-til-you-die Newcastle native FRITZ, 50s-rocker-meets-80s-punk Okin Osan, and indie-electronic singer-songwriter Abbey Lane. As always there’ll be free pizza (with

STAY TUNED MUSIC FESTIVALStay Tuned Music Festival is back for its second year!After an overwhelming response in 2018, the team at Stay Tuned is getting ready to make 2019 bigger and better!Courtyard Cafe is the perfect location for our end of winter rave, sheltered from the breeze and still outdoors! Brace yourself for deep house

SOUND ADVICE: DO-IT-RIGHT DISTRO TALK & SPEED-MEET SOUND ADVICE is FREE for MusicNSW Members. Enter your membership number in the promo code section at ticket selection to get 100% discount! MusicNSW Membership is FREE so simply sign up as a member of MusicNSW. Got a single or album ready to go? Want to know how

Announcing the fourth edition of New & The Now: Our all-ages gig series programmed by the MusicNSW Youth Committee. Returning to 107 Projects, Redfern on Saturday July 20th, New & The Now #4 brings together three local favourites: Sydney femme 4-piece The Buoys, Dinosaur City Records co-owner Cody Munro Moore, and dream-pop quartet Goodside. As always there’ll

With Guven Yilmaz (Booking Agency | Vita Artists), Kathryn Holloway (Cattleyard | GTM & The Plot), Annie Hamilton (Artist) and Joe Muller (Mary’s Group | the Lansdowne).Hosted by Darren Lesaguis (FBi Radio / Remote Control Records)Want to get your band on the road or on that festival lineup? Want to learn what it takes to

MusicNSW is proud to present New & The Now: An all-ages gig series programmed by the MusicNSW Youth Committee! Returning to 107 Projects, Redfern on June 22nd, New & the Now #3 will feature three pop powerhouses: indie outfit Georgia June, rising star of R&B Rebecca Hatch and art pop multi-instrumentalist SPENCER.Clarissa Mei performs at New & the Now #2NEW & THE

Do you love music? Are you interested in producing your own tracks? Join I.C.E. Parramatta‘s New Age Noise for a special Taster Workshop at Whitlam Library Cabramatta on Thursday 20 June!

Sound Advice: Meet the Music Industry! [Talks & Speed-meet]With Courtney Rumble (Love + Rent, manager for Kwame), Bodega Collective’s Peter Sabbagh (with Tom, Jourdan and Dan), Rhiannon Cook (Publicist, Positive Feedback) and Rebecca Young (Booking Agent, Collective Artists).Hosted by Western Sydney rapper & radio host Kal (Slim Set, FBi Radio)!Sound Advice comes to Casula Powerhouse

MusicNSW is very proud to partner on some very exciting workshops as part of The Cad Factory’s Becoming the Future program!This May, Pioneering record producer, engineer, mixer and audio electronics technician Susan Rogers will be holding two workshops at The Cad Factory studio in Narrandera, NSW!Known for being Prince’s engineer from the Purple Rain period onwards,

MusicNSW is very proud to partner on some very exciting workshops as part of The Cad Factory’s Becoming the Future program!This May, Pioneering record producer, engineer, mixer and audio electronics technician Susan Rogers will be holding two workshops at The Cad Factory studio in Narrandera, NSW!Known for being Prince’s engineer from the Purple Rain period onwards, Susan’s other

Learn from some of the best in electronic music at Levels 2019, a day of music masterclasses for women, non-binary and trans folk!Formerly Women In Electronic Music, the program returns on May 18th 2019 among the state-of-the-art facilities at the newly relocated Studios 301 in Alexandria!With tickets at $35, all masterclasses are by application only.Applications

MusicNSW is proud to present New & The Now: An all-ages gig series programmed by the MusicNSW Youth Committee!Returning to 107 Projects, Redfern on May 4, New & the Now #2 will see garage rock outfit Sunscreen joined by Western Sydney locals DJ Kilimi and electro-soul artist Clarissa Mei, as well as Sydney duo Greenwave Beth (one half of Flowertruck).There’ll also be free pizza available

New Age Noise | CollaborationBuilding on All Girl Electronic (2016, 2017 and 2018), New Age Noise is a FREE electronic music production program for female, transgender and non-binary young people based in Western Sydney. No experience is necessary – just an interest in learning to produce electronic music.COLLABORATION (8 WEEKS)This term of New Age Noise workshops is all

MusicNSW is proud to present New & The Now: An all-ages gig series programmed by the MusicNSW Youth Committee!New & The NowHeld at 107 Projects in Redfern, New & The Now is a series of 6 all-ages, alcohol-free events programmed by young people, for young people. The gigs will be diverse in genre and we’re welcoming

MusicNSW’s Sound Advice program comes to Parramatta as part of 4ESydney’s 5th annual music festival and conference.

MusicNSW’s Sound Advice program returns to 107 Projects!Sound Advice is free for MusicNSW members, and it’s free to become a member of MusicNSW! Sign up here.Master all things digital with social media aficionado Vanessa Picken (Comes With Fries)! Plus, learn how to get your music out there with industry experts Jess Beston (Tiny Monster), Dave Ruby

Mental health matters, whether it’s your own, or that of a client, a colleague, or a crew member.That’s why APRA AMCOS is presenting the new workshop series Mental Health Matters, to help their members and the industry identify mental health issues and find out about resources like the Support Act Wellbeing Helpline, and to provide

Sydney’s nightlife needs you. All proceeds to support Sydney’s night time economy. LIVE: Gordi, I Know Leopard, Josh Pyke and Kav Temperley (Eskimo Joe) STAND UP: Cameron James, Matt Okine, Mel Buttle and Tom Ballard HOST: Danny Clayton #UniteForTheNight is a campaign to create positive change for Sydney’s night time economy. Importantly, this means educating

Have you got a great idea for one or a series of gigs? Want to program more live music in your bar? Got plans for a music festival? Create NSW are calling on all musicians, venues, promoters and anyone else thinking of putting on live music events in NSW to apply for up to $40,000

Have you got a great idea for one or a series of gigs? Want to program more live music in your bar? Got plans for a music festival? Create NSW are calling on all musicians, venues, promoters and anyone else thinking of putting on live music events in NSW to apply for up to $40,000

Have you got a great idea for one or a series of gigs? Want to program more live music in your bar? Got plans for a music festival? Create NSW are calling on all musicians, venues, promoters and anyone else thinking of putting on live music events in NSW to apply for up to $40,000

Have you got a great idea for one or a series of gigs? Want to program more live music in your bar? Got plans for a music festival? Create NSW are calling on all musicians, venues, promoters and anyone else thinking of putting on live music events in NSW to apply for up to $40,000

Have you got a great idea for one or a series of gigs? Want to program more live music in your bar? Got plans for a music festival? Create NSW are calling on all musicians, venues, promoters and anyone else thinking of putting on live music events in NSW to apply for up to $40,000

Have you got a great idea for one or a series of gigs? Want to program more live music in your bar? Got plans for a music festival? Create NSW are calling on all musicians, venues, promoters and anyone else thinking of putting on live music events in NSW to apply for up to $40,000

Have you got a great idea for one or a series of gigs? Want to program more live music in your bar? Got plans for a music festival? Create NSW are calling on all musicians, venues, promoters and anyone else thinking of putting on live music events in NSW to apply for up to $40,000

Applications are now open for ICE Parramatta’s New Age Noise Production 101 workshops!

MusicNSW & ARIA present SOUND ADVICE: WHAT IS Sync, Distribution, Publishing & Streaming? & Industry mixer as part of ARIA Week 2018. Stumped on Streaming and Sync? Puzzled about Publishing? Downright confused about Distro? Industry experts Allegra Caldwell (BMG), Alex Prudames (GAGA Music), Andy Irvine (Gyrostream) & Cameron Walsh (Comes With Fries) will break down these key topics and tell you everything

MusicNSW is delighted to present SOUND ADVICE: a series of panels, talks and masterclasses featuring the best in the business. 2PM – Planning Your Next Release: Are you in need of a release plan for your next EP, album or single? ArowAgency’s Tamara Georgopoulos and Elizabeth Browne (Bad Pony, Lupa J, Sam Phay, No Frills Twins, Club

The annual Festival of Fisher’s Ghost is a long running historic community event that spans across ten days and includes a carnival, street parade, fireworks and more. Each year, Fisher’s Gig plays host to a lineup of local Macarthur talent alongside headliner acts. The event is run by Campbelltown City Council with the support of the

All Girl Electronic is a FREE electronic music production workshop program for female, transgender and non-binary youth from Western Sydney.

MusicNSW is delighted to present SOUND ADVICE: a series of panels, talks and masterclasses featuring the best in the business.

MusicNSW is delighted to present SOUND ADVICE: a series of panels, talks and masterclasses featuring the best in the business.

Campbelltown City Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from bands and solo artists of all genres to perform at Fisher’s Heats on Saturday 28 July 2018 for a chance to win a spot in the final Fisher’s Gig line-up!

The Bathurst Regional Youth Council will be hosting ‘Groove & Grill’ as part of the Bathurst Winter Festival 2018.

On Thursday 12th July, SOUNDS AUSTRALIA, in partnership with MusicNSW, will present an Export Masterclass in Sydney with a particular focus on digital exporting.

SOUND ADVICE aims to give artists, managers, and emerging industry professionals a leg up into the industry through providing access to stellar guest speakers. 

Crankfest is the Far North Coast of NSW’s largest Regional Youth Festival.

Proudly supported by MusicNSW, Signal Creative, Barnardos Wellington and Orana Arts and the Midnite Cafe.

Headspace Coffs Harbour is turning 10 and everyone is invited to the party.

In partnership with I.C.E Parramatta, All Girl Electronic is a FREE electronic music production workshop program for young women, trans and non-binary youth from Western Sydney.

MusicNSW and Vivid Sydney present FEEDBACK: A music conference for young people – a jam-packed day of music industry networking, talks and panels for 12-25 year olds.

Midnite Café is a late-night café space celebrating and encouraging creativity through live music, coffee, board games and an art exhibition.

MusicNSW and FBi Radio present the Women In Electronic Music Masterclasses for 2018!

MusicNSW is delighted to present SOUND ADVICE: a series of panels, talks and masterclasses featuring the best in the business.

This year Axis Youth Centre is celebrating National Youth Week right, by combining Youth Fest and LiquidFest into one big awesome free event.

Are you interested in music? Are you a musician? An audience member? A teacher? A promoter? A manager? On 16 April, 5:30pm, MusicNSW will be in Wagga to host a special community consultation and discussion forum at the Eastern Riverina Arts office. This is your opportunity to tell us about how you imagine music in The Riverina, ask for

YJAM is a music project run by the Bathurst Regional Youth Council which celebrates the talents of young people in the Bathurst Region.

Youthfest is a free music festival and skate competition ran by Cessnock Youth Entertainment Committee for Youth Week each year.

MidCoast Council Manning Youth Action Team are kicking Youth Week off with some of the best young performers in the region!

MusicNSW is delighted to present SOUND ADVICE: a series of panels, talks and masterclasses featuring the best in the business.

A special ‘How-To’ Workshop for DIY parties, gigs and festivals!

We’re absolutely thrilled to be taking two incredible South Coast bands on road around NSW for the 2018 Indent Tour.

We’re absolutely thrilled to be taking two incredible South Coast bands on road around NSW for the 2018 Indent Tour.

We’re absolutely thrilled to be taking two incredible South Coast bands on road around NSW for the 2018 Indent Tour.

Are you under 18 and keen to get amongst some of the best live music coming out of Australia?

We’re absolutely thrilled to be taking two incredible South Coast bands on road around NSW for the 2018 Indent Tour.

We’re absolutely thrilled to be taking two incredible South Coast bands on road around NSW for the 2018 Indent Tour.

Returning for its 4th year!! The 4Elements HipHop Festival will present an array of amazing talent, interactive spaces, good vibes, and incredible people.

MusicNSW’s Sound Advice Masterclasses for 2017.

MusicNSW is delighted to present SOUND ADVICE: a series of panels, talks and masterclasses featuring the best in the business. 

MusicNSW is delighted to present SOUND ADVICE: a series of panels, talks and masterclasses featuring the best in the business. 

The Oxford Art Factory, in conjunction with MusicNSW and the City of Sydney, announces the grand return of XraySpeX, an initiative of underage programming whereby students and young people work together with music industry professionals to create a series of events showcasing great Australian music to an underage audience. 

Featuring the best in the biz, these panels are for musicians and emerging industry professionals.

SKEGSS U18 SPAGHETTI FEST

MusicNSW and FBi Radio bring you a massive showcase of Women in Electronic Music on Saturday 17 June at Oxford Art Factory as part of Vivid Sydney 2017.

MusicNSW and Native Tongue Music Publishing present the Women In Electronic Music Masterclasses for 2017.

MusicNSW is bringing together some of the best in the biz to give you the inside scoop! 

FBi Radio, Blacktown Arts Centre and MusicNSW have banded together to bring you Tracks – a Western Sydney hip hop project.

These panels are for musicians and emerging industry professionals and will cover a whole range of topics from recording to releasing, what does a booking agent do, how to get a manager and how to promote and market yourself on a tight budget.

MusicNSW is very excited to be hitting the road with Tired Lion for this year’s INDENT TOUR!

MusicNSW is very excited to be hitting the road with Tired Lion for this year’s INDENT TOUR!

MusicNSW is very excited to be hitting the road with Tired Lion for this year’s INDENT TOUR!

MusicNSW is very excited to be hitting the road with Tired Lion for this year’s INDENT TOUR!

MusicNSW is very excited to be hitting the road with Tired Lion for this year’s INDENT TOUR!