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
Quick Response Funding Round 2 Closes Soon!
Round One of funding recently closed, with MusicNSW assisting 6 bands in showcasing themselves at the BigSound conference in Brisbane. Lanie Lane, Papa VS Pretty, The Laurels, Floating Me, The Paper Scissors and WIM were all successful in their application! Round Two is now open and closes on Tuesday, August 30th. Artists and artist managers
The Standard
Tone may be closing down, but another fantastic Sydney music venue is just about to open. Overlooking the city’s creative hub, Bourke Street’s iconic Kinselas has been host to some of the most legendary artists and performances, including Beastie Boys, The Lemonheads and Public Enemy.
Applications open for 2012 JUMP national mentoring program
Young and emerging artists from across Australia are encouraged to make their artistic match and apply for JUMP 2012, with applications opening today. As the Australia Council’s national mentoring program for young and emerging artists, JUMP identifies and promotes excellence in artistic practice for artists aged 18 – 30 who are in the first five years