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The way music is marketed has changed; don’t be left behind

The way music is marketed has changed; don’t be left behind

I have a pretty good memory – I’m the kind of guy that could tell you what they had for breakfast three weeks ago. But you know what I can’t remember? The last time a banner ad convinced me to buy…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 26, 2017
The way music is marketed has changed; don’t be left behind

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The way music is marketed has changed; don’t be left behind

I have a pretty good memory – I’m the kind of guy that could tell you what they had for breakfast three weeks ago. But you know what I can’t remember? The last time a banner ad convinced me to buy…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 26, 2017
SXSW veterans offer their top survival tips for first-timers

SXSW veterans offer their top survival tips for first-timers

The annual SXSW Meet ’n’ Greets in Sydney and Melbourne take place next week to see a few music industry veterans share their secrets for success. If you're thinking of attending Austin's annual…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 25, 2017
SXSW veterans offer their top survival tips for first-timers

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SXSW veterans offer their top survival tips for first-timers

The annual SXSW Meet ’n’ Greets in Sydney and Melbourne take place next week to see a few music industry veterans share their secrets for success. If you're thinking of attending Austin's annual…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 25, 2017
Dollars And No Sense: Is the digital revolution leaving artists and consumers behind?

Dollars And No Sense: Is the digital revolution leaving artists and consumers behind?

The Birth Of A Giant “Daniel just saw the opportunities of streaming music before anyone else.” – Mark Zuckerberg on Spotify’s Daniel Ek, The New Yorker. You wouldn’t think much of Daniel Ek if you…

By Nathan Jolly - Jul 20, 2017
Dollars And No Sense: Is the digital revolution leaving artists and consumers behind?

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Dollars And No Sense: Is the digital revolution leaving artists and consumers behind?

The Birth Of A Giant “Daniel just saw the opportunities of streaming music before anyone else.” – Mark Zuckerberg on Spotify’s Daniel Ek, The New Yorker. You wouldn’t think much of Daniel Ek if you…

By Nathan Jolly - Jul 20, 2017
AMCOS Chair Ian James talks change, copyright and finding Brett Cottle’s successor

AMCOS Chair Ian James talks change, copyright and finding Brett Cottle’s successor

Make no mistake, Brett Cottle will be a hard act to follow. The APRA AMCOS CEO has announced his departure from the organisation with effect from June 2018, drawing an end to his 27-year reign at the…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 17, 2017
AMCOS Chair Ian James talks change, copyright and finding Brett Cottle’s successor

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AMCOS Chair Ian James talks change, copyright and finding Brett Cottle’s successor

Make no mistake, Brett Cottle will be a hard act to follow. The APRA AMCOS CEO has announced his departure from the organisation with effect from June 2018, drawing an end to his 27-year reign at the…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 17, 2017
An all-Aussie lineup created Jess Mauboy's new single, here's how it came together

An all-Aussie lineup created Jess Mauboy's new single, here's how it came together

When a major label pop artist (“the biggest pop star in Australia”) who’s worked with the likes of Dianne Warren, Flo-Rida, Babyface and Snoop Dogg, selects a 100% Australian track as the lead single…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 14, 2017
An all-Aussie lineup created Jess Mauboy's new single, here's how it came together

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An all-Aussie lineup created Jess Mauboy's new single, here's how it came together

When a major label pop artist (“the biggest pop star in Australia”) who’s worked with the likes of Dianne Warren, Flo-Rida, Babyface and Snoop Dogg, selects a 100% Australian track as the lead single…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 14, 2017
This week's 9 awesome jobs in music that could be yours

This week's 9 awesome jobs in music that could be yours

Some of the Australian music world’s biggest names often leave doors of opportunity ajar, just waiting for the right kind of professional music lover to come knocking. Our regularly-updated jobs…

By Brandon John - Jul 11, 2017
This week's 9 awesome jobs in music that could be yours

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This week's 9 awesome jobs in music that could be yours

Some of the Australian music world’s biggest names often leave doors of opportunity ajar, just waiting for the right kind of professional music lover to come knocking. Our regularly-updated jobs…

By Brandon John - Jul 11, 2017
Should Australia celebrate its musical landmarks with a plaque system?

Should Australia celebrate its musical landmarks with a plaque system?

England’s ‘blue plaque’ system is great when it comes to celebrating the heritage of significant areas of the country, marking notable birth-places, work-places, and basically anywhere that something…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 11, 2017
Should Australia celebrate its musical landmarks with a plaque system?

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Should Australia celebrate its musical landmarks with a plaque system?

England’s ‘blue plaque’ system is great when it comes to celebrating the heritage of significant areas of the country, marking notable birth-places, work-places, and basically anywhere that something…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 11, 2017
5 tips for your first job interview in the music industry

5 tips for your first job interview in the music industry

When SoundCloud announced it was laying off 40 staffers just over a week after Pandora shuttered its local operations, it didn't offer emerging industry figures much confidence about the local job…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 10, 2017
5 tips for your first job interview in the music industry

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5 tips for your first job interview in the music industry

When SoundCloud announced it was laying off 40 staffers just over a week after Pandora shuttered its local operations, it didn't offer emerging industry figures much confidence about the local job…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 10, 2017
From Lorde to Billboard: NZ’s Joel Little is the biggest thing on the US Charts this week

From Lorde to Billboard: NZ’s Joel Little is the biggest thing on the US Charts this week

When Joel Little took the stage alongside Lorde at the 2013 APRA Silver Scroll Awards in New Zealand, it would herald a new chapter for the relatively unknown songwriter and producer. Six months…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 7, 2017
From Lorde to Billboard: NZ’s Joel Little is the biggest thing on the US Charts this week

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From Lorde to Billboard: NZ’s Joel Little is the biggest thing on the US Charts this week

When Joel Little took the stage alongside Lorde at the 2013 APRA Silver Scroll Awards in New Zealand, it would herald a new chapter for the relatively unknown songwriter and producer. Six months…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 7, 2017
6 reasons you're not making money from your music

6 reasons you're not making money from your music

Knowing your worth as an artist is different to being paid for it. You may think you have all revenue streams covered, but unless you moonlight as an accountant, you could be missing out on some…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 4, 2017
6 reasons you're not making money from your music

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6 reasons you're not making money from your music

Knowing your worth as an artist is different to being paid for it. You may think you have all revenue streams covered, but unless you moonlight as an accountant, you could be missing out on some…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 4, 2017
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