In the third round of MusicNSW’s Quick Response Grant Funding, created to support artists and managers in developing their export opportunities, we are pleased to announce two new recipients of this funding! MusicNSW is excited to announce it will be supporting several bands to attend the annual Sound Summit conference this coming October long weekend.
Position Vacant: Alberts Seek Receptionist
Alberts is seeking a full-time Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to perform front of office duties and provide administrative support to the Executive Assistant and the Alberts team.
MUSICNSW Position Vacant: Operations Manager
We are currently seeking part-time Operations Manager for a fixed-term 12 month maternity leave contract to work alongside the MusicNSW Executive Officer to lead MusicNSW through its next stage of growth and development.
Live Music fuels Australian economy to the tune of $1.2 billion
The first ever national study of the value of Australian live music has discovered that in 2009/10 the Australian live music industry has boosted our national economy with $1.21 billion, with total profits and wages of $652 million and supporting almost 15, 000 full time jobs. The study was commissioned by APRA/AMCOS in conjunction with
Third Round Announced for Breakthrough Program
Australia’s Minister for the Arts, the Hon Simon Crean MP has announced today that a third round of the Breakthrough: Emerging Indigenous Contemporary Musicians Recording Initiative is now open for applications. The third round will enable two aspiring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander musicians or bands to increase their audience exposure further their music careers. The Australian
The 7th Australian Music Prize Announces Judging Panel
The 7th Australian Music Prize has announced it’s judging panel for this year, a panel which will incorporate several more industry professionals. 42 judges of industry, music and musicians coming from all over the music globe will preside over the prize. The judges will be determining the shortlist of 9 outstanding Australian albums.
triple j Launch iPhone App
Triple J have finally released an app, joining the likes of Southern Cross Austereo, DMG and ARN in providing a hand-held extension of on-air broadcast. The free Triple J app for smartphones includes a swathe of features designed to complement on-air programs and extend user accessibility to Triple J content.
Virgin Australia Announce Baggage Allowances Lifted for Touring Musicians
Touring across Australia is now considerably easier for bands and solo artists thanks to a new landmark deal struck between national body The Australian Music Industry Network (AMIN) and Virgin Australia. Both bodies have decided to make an exclusive deal with the music industry that includes a 32kg baggage allowance (across three pieces of checked
The Jezabels: A College Radio & International Success Story!
MUSICNSW & SOUNDS AUSTRALIA PRESENT The Jezabels: A College Radio and International Showcasing success story! From BIG SOUND 2010, the last 12 months for Sydney band The Jezabels has been nothing short of extraordinary. Like a well oiled machine the four piece have traversed the globe to rave reviews, winning over fans and industry alike.
TRIPLE J ANNOUNCE A DEDICATED UNEARTHED STATION
Triple j and ABC Radio have announced that they will be launching a second station: Triple j Unearthed. The new station will launch on October 5, and will be dedicated to broadcasting only Australian unsigned and independent artists. They will be dipping into their pool of over 30, 000 artists and 250, 000 registered users. The