February 2010
In this issue:
The Ruby Suns, Farmer Pimp, Mel Parsons, The Twitch, Hollie Smith, Pig Out, JDubs, Fourmyula & MORE
The Ruby Suns, Farmer Pimp, Mel Parsons, The Twitch, Hollie Smith, Pig Out, JDubs, Fourmyula & MORE
This page provides links to the websites of various music related industry bodies, New Zealand music-friendly organisations and major record companies that operate around the country. Contact phone numbers and email addresses have been included below.
For links to independent record companies see our Record Labels Directory.
For links to independent record companies see our Record Labels Directory.
Music Industry Organisations
Acoustix Hearing
Acoustix Hearing provide the service and technology enabling people producing, playing and enjoying music across the industry to ensure their hearing is safe while still enjoying the highest quality sounds. They also provide state-of-the-art In-ear monitors and other technologies that may be of interest to those in the music scene.
Phone: (09) 520 5648
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AMCOS
Australasian Mechanical Copyright Owners Association
Administered in NZ by APRA. AMCOS' activities includes licensing music to television, film production houses, broadcasters and recording studios.
Phone: (09) 623 2173
http://www.apra.co.nz/
APRA
Australasian Performing Right Association
The songwriters and publishers' association which collects performance monies on behalf of its members internationally. APRA's NZ office is located in Mt Eden, Auckland. APRA presents the annual Silver Scroll, SOUNZ Contemporary and APRA Maioha awards. APRA also has seats on the NZ Music Industry Commission and SOUNZ boards.
Phone: (09) 623 2173
www.apra.co.nz
Australasian Mechanical Copyright Owners Association
Administered in NZ by APRA. AMCOS' activities includes licensing music to television, film production houses, broadcasters and recording studios.
Phone: (09) 623 2173
http://www.apra.co.nz/
APRA
Australasian Performing Right Association
The songwriters and publishers' association which collects performance monies on behalf of its members internationally. APRA's NZ office is located in Mt Eden, Auckland. APRA presents the annual Silver Scroll, SOUNZ Contemporary and APRA Maioha awards. APRA also has seats on the NZ Music Industry Commission and SOUNZ boards.
Phone: (09) 623 2173
www.apra.co.nz
Centre for NZ Music (SOUNZ) - see SOUNZ
www.sounz.org.nz
www.sounz.org.nz
CHART
The Christchurch Music Industry Trust
CHART is a music industry representative body which acts as a support and advice network for musicians as well as managing www.christchurchmusic.org.nz - a web portal promoting the Christchurch music industry and showcasing the city's vibrant music scene. News, events, gig guide, artist links, resources, competitions and a comprehensive directory of all music related businesses in Christchurch. We list job opportunities and a self-help resource of links to all aspects of the music industry.
Cheese On Toast
A website devoted to all that's good about music
Creative New Zealand
The national arts development agency. Creative NZ accepts applications for funding from artists twice a year.
Phone: (04) 473 0880
www.creativenz.govt.nz
Dunedinmusic.com
dunedinmusic.com was setup in June 2003 with a view to providing comprehensive resources for the Dunedin music community and to promote and report on local music of all genres. The site includes articles and resources for musicians as well as providing information such as news, gig guides, reviews and interviews for those with an interest in Dunedin music.
www.dunedinmusic.com
Dunedinmusic.com
dunedinmusic.com was setup in June 2003 with a view to providing comprehensive resources for the Dunedin music community and to promote and report on local music of all genres. The site includes articles and resources for musicians as well as providing information such as news, gig guides, reviews and interviews for those with an interest in Dunedin music.
www.dunedinmusic.com
Elsewhere
Elsewhere is the website of well-known music and travel writer Graham Reid. Constantly updated, it's a melting pot of Interviews, travel diaries, music recommendations and even recipes.
Findaband.co.nz
Whether you are searching for a killer funk band for a launch party, some cool jazz for a poolside soiree, a classical guitarist to create the perfect moment as you walk down the aisle or a DJ to play all the classics for your reception, Find a Band have got you covered.
Guitar Lessons NZ
Searching for Guitar Tutors in New Zealand? A directory of Guitar Tutors offering lessons throughout the major NZ cities. Where kiwis can find tutors and tutors can find students.
www.guitarlessonsnz.com
www.guitarlessonsnz.com
Independent Music New Zealand
IMNZ is a group set up to provide a voice for the interests of New Zealand independent recording labels and distributors. Amongst other activities, IMNZ publishes a monthly sales chart of Independent NZ record sales.
www.indies.co.nz
IMNZ is a group set up to provide a voice for the interests of New Zealand independent recording labels and distributors. Amongst other activities, IMNZ publishes a monthly sales chart of Independent NZ record sales.
www.indies.co.nz
InsuranzDirect Musician Insurance
InsuranzDirect is the choice for New Zealand's Professional and Amateur Musicians when choosing to buy insurance products. We are here to give you peace of mind and protection by providing high quality insurance products at cost effective prices.
Kings Arms Tavern
The Kings Arms is one of the oldest pubs in Auckland Central and features live music 4 or 5 nights a week and in the garden bar on Sunday afternoons. The K.A. also has a TAB and a public bar out the front. The weekly gig guide is available on 09 373 3240 or on the website.
www.kingsarms.co.nz
Love Music.co.nz
The Kings Arms is one of the oldest pubs in Auckland Central and features live music 4 or 5 nights a week and in the garden bar on Sunday afternoons. The K.A. also has a TAB and a public bar out the front. The weekly gig guide is available on 09 373 3240 or on the website.
www.kingsarms.co.nz
Love Music.co.nz
Lovemusic.co.nz brings together in one place news, competitions and info from the record companies, artists and music providers in New Zealand.
Keep up to date with what’s happening, what special offers and competitions are running, who’s touring, latest releases and more. Find out about local and international bands and how to get started in the music industry.
Keep up to date with what’s happening, what special offers and competitions are running, who’s touring, latest releases and more. Find out about local and international bands and how to get started in the music industry.
Moozik
Moozik is a custom search engine for searching anything related to New Zealand music. Driven by google custom search the Moozik search results are hand crafted for the NZ music industry.
Music Managers' Forum
MMF's main objective is the defence of, and promotion of, the interests of music managers and their clients.
www.immf.net/nz/
Musicians' Union of Aotearoa
A division of the Service & Food Workers Union Aotearoa, the Musicians' Union offers members access to information on issues such as insurance, taxation, quotas and legal advice.
Phone: Akl 375 2680; Wgtn 385 5568; Chch 366 2991; Dun 477 1711
www.sfwu.org.nz
MMF's main objective is the defence of, and promotion of, the interests of music managers and their clients.
www.immf.net/nz/
Musicians' Union of Aotearoa
A division of the Service & Food Workers Union Aotearoa, the Musicians' Union offers members access to information on issues such as insurance, taxation, quotas and legal advice.
Phone: Akl 375 2680; Wgtn 385 5568; Chch 366 2991; Dun 477 1711
www.sfwu.org.nz
Mukuna Gig Guide
A free up-to-date Gig Guide for the Auckland and Wellington regions
muzic.net.nz is a voluntary organisation with the purpose of getting New Zealand music onto the web. Along with services for musicians they also provide a gig guide, music news and discussion groups.
www.muzic.net.nz
www.muzic.net.nz
Bass Player.co.nz
NZ's first and only forum community dedicated to NZ bass players. It's non-profit and independent.
New Zealand Music Industry Commission
Established in 2000. The NZMIC provides support with a range of domestic and international programmes including New Zealand Music Month and attendance at a number of international music trade shows.
Phone: (09) 376 0115
www.nzmusic.org.nz
New Zealand Music Month
The official website listing events throughout the month; you can also register for updates.
www.nzmusicmonth.co.nz
NZ Guitar News
News and Interactive Guitar Lessons using Sibelius Software
www.guitarist.co.nz
Established in 2000. The NZMIC provides support with a range of domestic and international programmes including New Zealand Music Month and attendance at a number of international music trade shows.
Phone: (09) 376 0115
www.nzmusic.org.nz
New Zealand Music Month
The official website listing events throughout the month; you can also register for updates.
www.nzmusicmonth.co.nz
NZ Guitar News
News and Interactive Guitar Lessons using Sibelius Software
www.guitarist.co.nz
NZ Guitars
Online forum dedicated to NZ guitarists.
www.nzguitars.com
NZ On Air
NZ On Air is a broadcast funding agency with a music division. NZ On Air funding pays for national radio and Concert FM to record and broadcast NZ music and funds access radio stations who carry specialist NZ music shows.
NZ On Air also produces the Kiwi Hit Disc, Indie Hit Disc and Iwi Hit Disc. An increase in funding recently saw NZ On Air launch Phase Four of its music programmes, which includes an Artist development scheme.
Details of music funding and application deadlines are easily found on the website.
www.kiwihits.co.nz
Online forum dedicated to NZ guitarists.
www.nzguitars.com
NZ On Air
NZ On Air is a broadcast funding agency with a music division. NZ On Air funding pays for national radio and Concert FM to record and broadcast NZ music and funds access radio stations who carry specialist NZ music shows.
NZ On Air also produces the Kiwi Hit Disc, Indie Hit Disc and Iwi Hit Disc. An increase in funding recently saw NZ On Air launch Phase Four of its music programmes, which includes an Artist development scheme.
Details of music funding and application deadlines are easily found on the website.
www.kiwihits.co.nz
Play It Strange
The Play It Strange Charitable Trust was established in November 2003 for the purpose of encouraging young New Zealanders to develop interests and skills in songwriting and musical performance. The Trust runs a range of programmes across New Zealand to achieve its purpose including the National Secondary Schools' Somgwriting Competition.
Radioscope
RBA
The Radio Broadcasters Association
The RBA represents the non-competing interests of most of New Zealand’s commercial radio stations, including the two major networks, The Radio Network and CanWest Radio.
Because of the importance of music to most stations the RBA involves itself in many aspects of NZ music including the voluntary NZ Music Code to grow local music on commercial radio to 20% by end 2005.At present this is running ahead of target. The RBA also has a major involvement with NZ Music Month, live broadcasts of NZ musicians and the like.
www.rba.co.nz
RIANZ
Recording Industry Association of New Zealand
RIANZ represents the country's record companies and presents the annual NZ Music Awards ('The Tuis') in April. It also administers the Recording Artists & Producers (RAP) fund. RIANZ has recently launched the BRN & GT BRNT anti CD piracy campaign. It is based in Parnell, Auckland, also the office for Phonographic Performances (NZ) Ltd.
www.rianz.org.nz
SOUNZ - Centre for NZ Music
The Centre for New Zealand Music (SOUNZ) provides, fosters and promotes the music of New Zealand composers to enhance the mana of all New Zealanders and our sense of turangawaewae. This is achieved through a range of services and projects including an online searchable database, information and library services and retail shop. Our vision statement is: SOUNZ, the Centre for New Zealand Music, SOUNZ: created in New Zealand, heard around the world!
www.sounz.org.nz
www.rba.co.nz
RIANZ
Recording Industry Association of New Zealand
RIANZ represents the country's record companies and presents the annual NZ Music Awards ('The Tuis') in April. It also administers the Recording Artists & Producers (RAP) fund. RIANZ has recently launched the BRN & GT BRNT anti CD piracy campaign. It is based in Parnell, Auckland, also the office for Phonographic Performances (NZ) Ltd.
www.rianz.org.nz
SOUNZ - Centre for NZ Music
The Centre for New Zealand Music (SOUNZ) provides, fosters and promotes the music of New Zealand composers to enhance the mana of all New Zealanders and our sense of turangawaewae. This is achieved through a range of services and projects including an online searchable database, information and library services and retail shop. Our vision statement is: SOUNZ, the Centre for New Zealand Music, SOUNZ: created in New Zealand, heard around the world!
www.sounz.org.nz
Stave Invaders
Has a wide range of free software available to musicians, music students and music teachers.
www.staveinvaders.co.nz
The Stomach
aka Creative Sounds Society Inc.
Creative Sounds is a non-profit voluntary organisation dedicated to the enhancement of local artsistic talent and to the encouragement of musical, artistic and performance activities.
www.creativesounds.org.nz
www.creativesounds.org.nz
Record Companies
EMI Music New Zealand Ltd
Ph: 0-9-356 1570
Fx: 0-9-366 7221
SonyBMG Music Entertainment (NZ) Ltd
Ph: 0-9-979 5330
Fx: 0-9-979 5337
www.sonybmg.co.nz
www.sonybmg.co.nz
Universal Music NZ Ltd
Ph: 0-9-375 7575
Fx: 0-9-375 7576
Warner Music New Zealand Ltd
Ph: 0-9-361-4848
Fx: 0-9-361-4849
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