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CONTENTS

5 DIRECTORS’ WELCOME6 EVENT INFORMATION 7 BANDS A-Z8 VENUE MAP10 HIFI DAYS PROGRAMME12 PARTIES17 SPEAKERS34 PARTNERS37 PANELS

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AUSTRALIAN MUSIC WEEKDIRECTORS’ WELCOME

Hello and welcome to the inaugural Australian Music Week conference.AMW is the result of some hard work and dedication from a small team who felt the time was right for Sydney to have its own music industry conference and Artist showcase event. It feels from the overwhelming support we’ve received that the Australian music industry agrees with us, and is coming to the party in a big way.

Australia is blessed with an abundance of incredible musical talent, talent that we feel needs to be nurtured close to home. The mission of AMW is to create business opportunities between emerging artists and talent buyers within the domestic market, and features over 150 artists of all genres performing close to 250 shows on 18 stages over three days in Cronulla Beach, a town blessed with more than it’s fair share of live music venues within easy walking distance.

So if it’s great music you’re after, you’ll find it at AMW no matter what your taste, and hopefully you’ll do some business and make some new friends along the way.

On behalf of the organisers, the sponsors, the venues, the volunteers, the crew, and the local community, we welcome you to the inaugural Australian Music Week, may there be many more to follow!

Australian Music Week Directors-Scott Mesiti, Geoff Trio, Karen-lee Goody, Jon Howell, Ryan Van Gennip, Jad Nakhle, and Richard Buck.


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AUSTRALIAN MUSIC WEEKEVENT INFORMATIONWHAT’S HAPPENINGAUSTRALIAN MUSIC WEEK CONSISTS OF 3 MAIN COMPONENTS

TICKETSTickets for all three parts of the event are available to purchase from the Pavilion Box Office located behind the stage at the northern end of Cronulla Mall from 1:30pm – 10:00pm each day, and from Level 2, The Cronulla RSL, between 10:00am and 4:00pm each day. HiFi Days tickets are also available separately at Gunnamatta Park on Sunday November 22.

ACCREDITATIONDelegates and artists may pick up their accreditation from Level 2, The Cronulla RSL, between 10am and 4:00pm each day, and from the Pavilion Box Office located behind the stage at the northern end of Cronulla Mall from 4:00pm – 10:00pm each day.

For detailed event info go to:www.australianmusicweek.comor get the app!

1. NOV 19-21 - LIVE GIGS Happening in and around the venues and cafés of Cronulla. We’re proud to be showcasing more than 150 incredible artists from all over the country and the world. One wristband gains you access to all live shows.

2. NOV 19-21 – CONFERENCEOur conference home base is The Cronulla RSL,situated at 38 Gerrale Street, Cronulla. Here you’llbe able to get up-to-date with panel discussionsand presentations from industry leaders on arange of Music Industry-related topics . Thedelegate pass gets you access to the conference,showcase parties, and live gigs.

3. NOV 22 - HIFI DAYS To wrap things up there’s The HiFi Days festival event happening in Gunnamatta Park between 12pm-8pm, Sunday November 22, featuring UB40, The Bamboos, Phil Jamieson, The Snowdroppers, Caravaña Sun, and more.

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UB40 6:30 PM - 8:00 PMNaming themselves after the unemployment benefit form, UB40 formed in 1978, releasing their debut album ‘Signing Off’ in August 1980 – considered by many to be one of the greatest reggae albums ever released by a British band. It was the start of a career that has since seen the band have over forty UK Top 40 hit singles and achieve sales of over 100 million records, making UB40 one of the most successful British groups of all-time.

The Bamboos 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Initially inspired by the instrumental raw funk of the late ‘60s and early ‘70s, The Bamboos made waves internationally and were quickly labelled as one of the greatest funk and soul bands of our time. Over five acclaimed albums, their evolution in sound and style has consistently confounded and exceeded expectations, pulling the rug from under the feet of those who like to pigeonhole.

Phil Jamieson 3:30 PM - 4:30 PMGrinspoon’s enigmatic front man brings his acute lyrical observations and self depreciating sense of humour to his solo show, which features Grinners classic tunes and his own solo works both old and new.

The Snowdroppers 2:20 PM - 3:10 PMUnleashing an unpredictable fusion of everything from classic soul and r’n’b, fuzzed-out stoner riff-rock to distorted country, The Snowdroppers have built a loyal fan-base and a reputation for tearing down stages with a shambolic grace all their own.

Caravãna Sun 1:20 PM - 2:00 PMHot off another successful European tour, juiced up gypsies Caravãna Sun are ready to shakethe tiles off the roof with their euphoric songs filled with summer.

Fripps & Fripps 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM Formed in the Woolooware High School music room, local indie rockers Fripps and Fripps continue their meteoric rise with the opening spot on the main stage of HiFi Days.

Chill to the dulcet tones of Hot Potato Band and Gramophone Man - roaming throughout the day. Doors Open: 12:00 PM - No BYO - Tickets available at the gate. Doors Close: 8:30 PM

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ALISTAR RICHARDSON Song Writer - The Cairos, ZefereliAs singer and guitarist for Brisbane-based band The Cairos, Alistar Richardson spent most of 2014 playing gigs in countries as diverse as China, Vietnam, Italy, France, the UK, Nepal, and the US. During the regular periods of downtime in every city, in hallways or bedrooms, Alistar found himself writing and recording the demos for his new solo project, Zefereli.thecairos.com.auPanel: It ’s all About The Song – 19 Nov - The Francis Drake Room- 12:15pm

ANDY CASSELLCo-owner - Winterman & Goldstein, Ivy League Records and Ivy League PublishingIn his roles as manager, A&R, and publisher, Andy has worked with The Vines, Jet, Youth Group, The Preatures, Cloud Control, Josh Pyke, Olympia and many more. Andy first began his career in the music industry as a musician, most notably as bass player in Australian Indie band Youth Group. wintermanandgoldstein.tumblr.comPanel: What Do Record Labels Even Do? - 20 Nov - The Francis Drake Room - 11:45 AM

BASIL COOKManager, Contemporary Labels & Digital Strategy - ABC MusicBasil is also the A&R manager at FOUR | FOUR and has worked with a diverse array of bands and artists including Tim Rogers, Chris Lilley, Melbourne Ska Orchestra, The Snowdroppers, Lee Kernaghan, The Wiggles, The Audreys, Jeff Lang, Mojo Juju, and many more.His all time favourite band is The Clash. abcmusic.com.auPanel: What Do Record Labels Even Do? - 20 Nov - The Francis Drake Room - 11:45 AM Getting a Start in The Music Industry - 21 Nov - The Francis Drake Room – 10:30 AM

ALYSSA-JANE IVERYSocial Media Manager - Secret Sounds GroupAlyssa-Jane’s role focuses on understanding the social media landscapes through Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr, Snapchat and how those platforms can benefit an artist or companies’ social engagement. Recent social media campaigns include; Splendour in the Grass, Mumford and Sons, London Grammar, Bernard Fanning, Little May and many more.dew-process.comPanel: Are You On Facebook? 19 Nov – Breakers - 11:45 AM

ANDY MCLEANExecutive Director - East Coast Music AssociationAndy Co-Founded and became Managing Director of North By Northeast Conferences Inc. (NXNE) Over 18 years he established the NXNE brand to be recognized world wide as Canada’s premier showcase event for the best new music. In 2013, Andy founded the Muskoka Sound Music Festival, taking place in one of Canada’s most naturally beautiful regions. In April 2014, Andy accepted the position as Executive Director of Canada’s East Coast Music Association. ecma.comPanel: Festival Tribes - 19 Nov 11:45 AM – The Francis Drake RoomRadio Ga Ga - Australian Music on The Radio - 21 Nov - Level 2 - 10:30am

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SPEAKERSBEN TILLMAN Director - Yours & Owls, Farmer & The OwlYours & Owls is a venue booking, event/show promotion & festival company, and Farmer & The Owl is a record label and also dabbles in the festival, show and tour promotion side of things… Currently on the roster is Hockey Dad, The Pinheads.yoursandowls.com.auPanel: Festival Tribes - 19 Nov – The Francis Drake Room - 11:45 AM

BOB HUNKAIndustry Consultant - HunkartsIn a career far too diverse to do justice to in this short paragraph, Bob Hunka has managed Dolly Parton’s publishing company, and the Monument Label, has worked in music supervision for Cannon and TransWorld and was head of music at Sony Television. Bob continues to provide consulting services specializing in film and television placements; the importance of performance and stagecraft; and career strategic planning. Panel: Is Your Track Syncable – 20 Nov - The Francis Drake Room - 1:30 PMRadio Ga Ga - Australian Music on The Radio - 21 Nov - Level 2 - 10:30am

CHRIS JOHNSONAmrap Manager - Australian Music Radio Airplay ProjectChris Johnson has been a radio and new-media executive for over a decade. He manages the Australian Music Radio Airplay Project (Amrap) and is Head of Programs and Services at the Community Broadcasting Association of Australian (CBAA). airit.org.auPanel: Understanding Radio – 19 Nov – Breakers 10:30 AM

CASEY DONOVANCasey Donovan is one of Australia’s most versatile Indigenous Entertainers. After a meteoric rise to fame at the age of 16, she became the youngest ever winner of Australian Idol. Ten years on since that memorable moment, Casey has carved a career across various entertainment platforms including print, television and stage and continues to inspire young people with her drive and tenacity to achieve. caseydonovan.comPanel: The Reality of TV – 21 Nov - Breakers - 1:30 PM

BILL HAURITZFounder & Festival Director - Woodford Folk FestivalThe Woodford Folk Festival has been a major player nationally in changing the narrow perception of the term ‘folk’ to that of a dynamic, contemporary, social and cultural expression of today’s society underpinned by a strong sense of environmental responsibility. Woodford is one of the largest folk festivals in the world and the largest community driven cultural event in Australia. Bill’s optimism has been described as ‘pathological’.woodfordfolkfestival.comPanel: Festival Tribes - 19 Nov – The Francis Drake Room - 11:45 AM


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CRAIG “ROSIE” ROSEVEARDirector - Chrissie Vincent Publicity & ManagementChrissie has worked with some of the biggest names in music, including the Rolling Stones, Lenny Kravitz, David Bowie, Sex Pistols, Smashing Pumpkins, Rod. Over the years, Chrissie has worked in various capacities including publicity, artist management, TV production, record promotion, radio promotion and music television at MTV in Australia and the US.chrissievincent.com.auPanel: Radio Ga Ga - Australian Music on The Radio – 21 Nov – Level 2 - 10:30 AM

CHRISSIE VINCENTDirector - Chrissie Vincent Publicity & ManagementChrissie has worked with some of the biggest names in music, including the Rolling Stones, Lenny Kravitz, David Bowie, Sex Pistols, Smashing Pumpkins, Rod. Over the years, Chrissie has worked in various capacities including publicity, artist management, TV production, record promotion, radio promotion and music television at MTV in Australia and the US.chrissievincent.com.auPanel: Radio Ga Ga - Australian Music on The Radio – 21 Nov – Level 2 - 10:30 AM

DAMIAN CUNNINGHAMAudience and Sector Development Director - Live Music OfficeDamian has worked as a booking agent, tour manager and in logistics for artists and festivals including the Big Day Out, Splendour in the Grass, Peats Ridge, Surry Hills Festival and the Newtown Festival. He also runs his own live music services company Elastic Entertainment. Over the years, he has handled tour support for Lorde, The Griswolds, Jon Cleary and The Good Lovelies.livemusicoffice.com.auPanel: Festival Tribes - 19 Nov 11:45 AM – The Francis Drake Room

DAVID N. PEPPERELL Author – The 100 Greatest Australian Singles of the 60’sOn his fourth birthday David’s parents gave him a radio which started his life-long obsession with pop music. His band, the Union, released a “garage classic” called “Thump” in 1965.He co-founded Australia’s first Import Record Shop, “Archie & Jughead’s Records”, in 1971 and also wrote for “Planet”, “GoSet”, “Nation Review”, “Rolling Stone” among many others.Panel: Aussie Music History Q&A – 20 Nov – Francis Drake Room – 10:30 AM

DAMIAN COSTINDirector - 123 Agency123 Agency represents some of Australia’s most exciting acts including Stonefield, Guy Pearce, Kingswood, The Delta Riggs, Darren Middleton (Powderfinger), Calling All Cars, Way Of The Eagle, The Veronica’s and At Sunset and many others. 123 Agency started 2 years ago and is the leading independent agency in Australia specialising in corporate, touring and festival entertainment. 123agency.com.auPanel: Booking Agents’ Round Table – 20 Nov – Breakers - 1:30 PM

DAVE MACGREGORDirector - Macsta Music Management & Volkanik MusicDave MacGregor runs artist management company Macsta Music Management and record label Volkanik Music. His current roster includes Melbourne based heavy rockers Twelve Foot Ninja (winner of Best New Talent at the 2014 Golden Gods Awards in USA), Karise Eden (winner of The Voice in 2012), and some newcomers currently in development.macsta.comPanel: The Reality of TV – 21 Nov - Breakers - 1:30 PM


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DIANA TOROSSIANDiana started in the Australian music industry in 1985 at CBS Songs and will be marking her 30th year in 2015 after having a hand in most parts of the business including music publishing, major label A&R, tour management and now writer / producer, being responsible for discovering, developing and managing some of the country’s biggest songwriters and producers.Panel: Is Your Track Syncable – 20 Nov - The Francis Drake Room - 1:30 PM

ERIN COLLINSArtistic Director - Cygnet Folk FestivalErin is a musician and writer whose work has been showcased at performances and festivals as diverse as the National, Cygnet, Tamar Valley, Maldon and Majors Creek Folk Festivals as well as Ten Days on the Island, Junction Arts Festival, the Wooden Boat Festival, From France to Freycinet and others. Since 2011, Erin has been the Artistic Director for the Cygnet Folk Festival in Southern Tasmania (now in it’s 34th year). cygnetfolkfestival.orgPanel: Festival Tribes - 19 Nov 11:45 AM – The Francis Drake Room

FRANK RODIDeputy Director Writer Services - APRA AMCOSFrank has worked as a broadcaster, DJ, licensing strategist and artists representative. As Online Licensing Manager for APRA AMCOS, Frank was responsible for investigating new technologies and their impact on the music industry and music copyright. This involved developing policy frameworks around the licensing of new digital music services and negotiated deals with services such as Apple iTunes and YouTube.apraamcos.com.auPanel: Is Your Track Syncable – 20 Nov - The Francis Drake Room - 1:30 PM

EVAN DAVISAgency Co – Director - Village SoundsVillage Sounds represent 360, Birds of Tokyo, Big Scary & #1 Dads, Courtney Barnett, DMA’S, Vance Joy & Violent Soho to name a select few, and are the domestic programmer for Splendour In The Grass Festival.villagesounds.comPanel: Booking Agents’ Round Table – 20 Nov – Breakers - 1:30 PM

EDWIN TEHRANIAgent - New World ArtistsEdwin works across all genres and has represented artists such as British India, Grinspoon, Dead Letter Circus; Illy, Allday and Drapht; and is equally comfortable working on sell out concert tours for RocKwiz Live and Tina Arena and he is negotiating dance and corporate events for Sneaky Sound System, and is one of the most experienced and savvy, music influencers in Australasia.newworldartists.netPanel: Booking Agents’ Round Table – 20 Nov – Breakers - 1:30 PM

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GEOFF TRIODirector - Code One / Indica AustraliaAmong many other achievements, Geoff is responsible for starting some of Sydney’s most iconic venues - including Cronulla’s The Brass Monkey and Newtown’s The Vanguard and serving as creative director for numerous festivals such as, Peats Ridge, Cronulla Jazz & Shiraz, Sydney Blues & Roots and Sounds Of The Suburbs. brassmonkey.com.auPanel: The Venues’ Perspective – 20 Nov - Breakers – 11:45 AM

HAZEL SAVAGEDirector – hazelsavage.comAs a 10-year veteran of the music industry, having worked for Shazam, Universal Music and Pandora Internet Radio. Hazel Savage specialises in music streaming, digital content, tech and social media. In September 2015 Hazel started her own freelance, self-titled business offering digital marketing services across a broad spectrum of industries.hazelsavage.comPanels: Are You On Facebook? - 19 Nov – Breakers - 11:45 AM Branding Basics – 21 Nov – The Francis Drake Room – 11:45 AM

IAIN SHEDDENMusic Writer / Critic - The AustralianIain is music writer and critic for The Australian newspaper. He has interviewed some of the biggest names in popular music and writes profiles, commentary, news, features, reviews and a weekly column, Spin Doctor, in The Weekend Australian’s Review section. theaustralian.com.auPanel: War of Writers - 19 Nov – Level 2 – 12:15 PM

GIANNI MICHELINIDirector - Abbey Road Institute AustraliaAustralian born Gianni Michelini is an accomplished musician and music education entrepreneur having established the successful National Music Academy schools, Director of the Studios 301, and is co-owner of the Abbey Road Institute, the much-anticipated new education initiative from the world famous Abbey Road Studios London.abbeyroadinstitute.comPanel: Do You Need a Producer – 20 Nov -Breakers – 10:30 AM

HENRY COMPTONDirector, Australia & New Zealand - The OrchardA passionate creative advocate, Henry has previously served as a Director on the AIR board and is currently Director of Australia & New Zealand business for The Orchard.The Orchard is a pioneering music, video and film distribution company with a comprehensive list of label services. Additionally, they are a globally top ranked YouTube Multi Channel Network who have offices in over 25 global markets.theorchard.comPanel: What Do Record Labels Even Do? - 20 Nov - The Francis Drake Room - 11:45 AM

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JACK PRESTProducer - Studios 301Jack Prest is a Sydney based Producer/Engineer/Artist specialising in forward-thinking electronic and dance music and sound design for experimental and experiential theatre. He currently works as one of the in-house engineers at Studios 301. His engineering highlights include, Flume, The Preatures, Skrillex, Will.I.Am and Action Bronson.studios301.comPanel: Do You Need a Producer – 20 Nov -Breakers – 10:30 AM

JEREMY FURZEBusiness Manager - White Sky MusicJeremy has handled international tour accounting and business management for the likes of Gotye, Chvrches, The Temper Trap, The Laneway Festival, Cut Copy and others. He owns his own bar ‘Some Velvet Morning’, which hosts local songwriters six nights a week. At night, Jeremy dreams of tour budgets and withholding tax.whitesky.com.auPanel: Show Me The Money – 19 Nov – Breakers – 1:30 PM

JESS BESTONDirector - Tiny MonsterJess is Founder of unique, boutique music business “Tiny Monster”, specialising in Artist Management, Artist Development and A&R. Jess has been in the industry for over 15 years, and has worked with Silverchair, Missy Higgins, The Arctic Monkeys, Children Collide, Gyroscope, The Naked and Famous, Violent Soho, Holy Holy, Neil Finn and many others.tinymonster.com.auPanel: Managers Anonymous – 19 Nov – Breakers – 10:30 AM

JEREMY SHARPAgent - The Harbour AgencyJeremy got his lucky start at The Harbour Agency as a 19 yr old kid who knew very little about what he was getting himself in for and had nothing to lose. Eleven and a half years later, Jeremy counts his blessings that he’s had the opportunity to learn from and work with the exceptionally talented Artists as part of the Harbour Agency and Mushroom team.theharbouragency.comPanel: Booking Agents’ Round Table – 20 Nov – Breakers - 1:30 PM

JACOB SNELLHead of Business Development - MonsterMonster, a WA-based promoter, booking agency and management company for Amplifier, Capitol, Metropolis Fremantle, The Boston, The Civic and more; offering touring solutions all acts; WA agent for British India; management for Tired Lion. Jacob is also the WA representative of the AAM (Association of Artist Managers), WAM board member, frequent industry panelist and contributor to WA music. In 2015 Monster expanded to encompass comedy touring with fellow promoter Blue Murder. monstermanagement.com.au Panel: The Venues’ Perspective – 20 Nov - Breakers – 11:45 AM Getting a Start in The Music Industry - 21 Nov - The Francis Drake Room – 10:30 AM

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JOHN MULLENA&R manager - Dew ProcessJohn has signed and worked with artists such as Sarah Blasko, The Grates, Kingswood, Art of Sleeping, Tkay Maidza, Eves the Behavior, Ecca Vandal and more. He is also involved with the music services label Create Control, which looks after artists such Cold War Kids, Moses Gunn Collective, Metric, Fractures, MT Warning and more.dew-process.comPanel: Signed, Sealed, Delivered – 19 Nov – Level 2 – 10:30 AM

JOHN ZUCCOHead Honcho - The Right ProfileJohn’s big sister gave him the debut record from The Clash when he was sixteen and it stole his soul. After a label career spent at Polydor/Polygram, Universal and Shock Records working with Powderfinger, The Cruel Sea, Tex Perkins, and Spiderbait, John started The Right Profile - a music services company specialising in Radio /TV plugging, promotions, consultancy and project management. therightprofile.com.auPanel: Understanding Radio – 19 Nov – Breakers 10:30 AM

LACHLAN MITCHELLDirector / Producer - Jungle Studios, Attic Studios, Know the PeopleLachlan MItchell is an ARIA award nominated Producer and Engineer of the Year, with over 20 years of recording studio experience. He is the owner of Jungle Studios and Attic Studios in Sydney where he records all of his artists and bands. In 2015 he formed a new management company with Nik Tropiano called Know the People.lachlanmitchell.comPanel: Do You Need a Producer – 20 Nov -Breakers – 10:30 AM

JOHN WARDLEPolicy Director - Live Music OfficeJohn has played a strategic role in liquor law reforms, as well as to NSW Place of Public Entertainment (PoPE) regulation and associated Building Code of Australia provisions. As Policy Director at the Live Music Office, John works with the live music sector and state and local governments across Australia to develop coordinated centre of government live music policy across built environment and cultural policy frameworks.livemusicoffice.com.auPanel: The Venues’ Perspective – 20 Nov - Breakers – 11:45 AM

KAREN-LEE GOODYDirector Entertainment ConsultingKaren-lee (KL) has been an entertainment industry professional for 25 years employed in the areas of publishing (music and book), record company’s, video games, management, show producer and promoter and has worked with John Waters, The Church, Gina G, Deni Hines, Ricki Lee, Tania Kernaghan, Abi Tucker, Daniel Lissing, Wicked Beat Sound System, Lash, Drew McAlister, Amber Lawrence, Jason Owen, and Diana Rouvas, in addition to entertainment promoter of The Hydro Majestic, The Panorama Lounge. Panel: The Reality of TV – 21 Nov - Breakers - 1:30 PM

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LARRY HEATH Founder and Editor-in-Chief - AU ReviewLarry is the founder and editor-in-chief of the popular independent music & arts outlet the AU review, which reaches some 2.5 million people a month. He’s also published four music related books, runs a regular live acoustic session series in Sydney, spoken at events around the world – from SXSW in Austin to Music Matters in Singapore – appeared on TV in Canada and Australia and launched the Music Video Festival “Captured”.twitter.com/theaureviewPanels: Are You On Facebook? - 19 Nov – Breakers - 11:45 AM

LUKE GIRGISDirector - Be Like ChildrenStarting as an artist and songwriter, Luke Girgis fell into Artist Management in 2007 out of his passion for helping his friends and favourite artists grow their careers. Be Like Children’s current roster includes Little Sea, Michael Hutchence (of INXS), Chance Waters and Mind Over Matter.belikechildren.comPanel: Getting a Start in The Music Industry – 21 Nov – The Francis Drake Room - 10:30 AM

MARK ASHTONCEO/Founder, Sign My PhoneMark is founder and CEO of Sign My Phone, a mobile photographic app that is revolutionising, and digitising, autographs for the smart phone era. In this role Mark oversees all aspects of the business, with a particular emphasis on branding, partnerships, business development, and marketing. Mark loves his tech, gadgets, and guitars, and has a wildly irrational mistrust of anyone who doesn’t like Radiohead.Branding Basics – 21 Nov – The Francis Drake Room – 11:45 AM

MAGGIE COLLINSDirector - Fans Creative ManagementMaggie manages DZ Deathrays, The John Steel Singers, and The Creases. She was Music Director at 4ZZZ before transitioning to triple j where she is now a presenter covering everythingfrom triple j mornings, to Home and Hosed, Good Nights and Weekend Lunch. fanscreativemanagement.comPanel: Understanding Radio – 19 Nov – Breakers 10:30 AMPanel: Building The Bridge 20 Nov - Level 2 – 10:30 AM

LUCIA DOLLActing Membership Administration Manager – APRAWith a strong love for music and creators’ rights, Lucia is involved in APRA AMCOS’ communication platforms to members, overseeing the distribution of royalties to songwriters and composers, and the delivery of the APRA AMCOS Music Grants program – distributing nearly $1 million of funding to Australian music industry organisations. apraamcos.com.auPanel: It ’s all About The Song – 19 Nov - The Francis Drake Room- 12:15pm

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MARK DUCKWORTHEntertainment Manger - Broadbeach AllianceMark manages festivals and events for the Broadbeach precinct on the Gold Coast. Mark currently delivers the award winning Blues On Broadbeach Music Festival, The Broadbeach Country Music festival as well as working closely with the teams behind Schoolies Week, The Gympie Music Muster and several other concerts each year.broadbeachgc.comPanel: Festival Tribes - 19 Nov 11:45 AM – The Francis Drake Room

MATT BIRDSenior Royalty Analyst - White Sky Royalty AccountingHaving cut his teeth at stalwart indie label, Shock Records, Matt took up residence with royalties doyen Gerry McKenna at White Sky Royalty Accounting in late 2012. He has experience across all facets of the music industry, from the recorded music side to publishing, public performance and neighbouring rights royalties. (Please don’t ask how much you get for a stream, he doesn’t know.) whitesky.com.auPanel: Show Me The Money – 19 Nov – Breakers – 1:30 PM

MURRAY BENNETTProducer/Biographer - PRODUCT 45Murray is a fan of music, live music, recorded music, loves it all. From going to see bands all over the Sydney pub circuit as an under aged punter he has loved Australian music and the packaging it comes in. Murray has created the book PRODUCT 45, the first in a series of three about the packaging of music. This first volume focuses from 1976 to 1980, Australian Punk / Post-Punk 7’’ record covers. Panel: Aussie Music History Q&A – 20 Nov – Francis Drake Room – 10:30 AM

MARSHALL CULLENManaging Director - Damien Gerard, Foghorn GroupWorking on the road with Noiseworks, Rockmelons, and Silverchair, gave Marshall the grounding and contacts to set up a Record Label, Publishing and Management Company. The current company group consists of three strong brands:Damien Gerard Studios, Foghorn, and Soundslikecafe – a marketing company specialising in supplying the music to 1200 hand-picked cafes, wineries, bars and restaurants nationally.damiengerard.com.auPanel: What Do Record Labels Even Do? - 20 Nov - The Francis Drake Room - 11:45 AM

MATT O’CONNORManaging Director - The A&R DepartmentFormer head of A&R at Warner Music Australia, Matt is a music industry veteran with over 25 years experience who has worked with some of the biggest acts in Australian music. He’s built a reputation for discovering and nurturing new talent, including recently; Harts, Beautiful Girls, Sparkadia, The Occupants, Meg Mac, Safia, Magic Bones, and Thirsty Merc.theaandrdepartment.comPanels: It ’s all About The Song – 19 Nov - The Francis Drake Room- 12:15pm Recording and Releasing Your First Tracks - 21 Nov- The Francis Drake Room - 3:15 PM

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NEAL HUNTDirector – SureshakerSureshaker is an independent music company based in Sydney, and working with artists: Sticky Fingers, Lyall Moloney, Bootleg Rascal and Boo Seeka in a variety of roles including artist management, touring, merchandise, publicity, publishing and distribution, and artist development. Panel: Managers Anonymous – 19 Nov – Breakers – 10:30 AM

NICK FINDLAYAssistant Music Director - Triple JAfter graduating from the Australian Film Television and Radio School (AFTRS) in 2005, Nick started working in the music library at triple j and is now the Assistant Music Director, helping to program, schedule and hunt down new music for the station. triplej.net.auPanel: Understanding Radio – 19 Nov – Breakers 10:30 AM

NICOLE MCINNESMarketing Director ANZ - PandoraFrom terrorising her older brother and parents, with out of tune renditions of Mull Of Kintyre at 4, to award-winning Marketing and Advertising Exec - it is not surprising Nicole has ended up in marketing music. Utilising her first big love, data and brand communications that have human connection at their core, Nicole is currently leading marketing for Pandora internet radio across Australia and New Zealand. Pandora.comPanel: Understanding Radio – 19 Nov – Breakers 10:30 AM

NICK YATESHead of Artist Management – UnifiedNick is responsible for the careers of Illy, Violent Soho, The Kite String Tangle, Nina Las Vegas and Montgomery, as well as overseeing the management division of Unified - the management home to other successful artists such as Vance Joy, The Amity Affliction, Remi and many more.weareunified.comPanel: Managers Anonymous – 19 Nov – Breakers – 10:30 AM

NATHAN FARRELLDirector - Nathan Farrell EntertainmentNathan Farrell Entertainment is known in the industry for its quality representation and management of local and international artists with an eclectic range from Thundamentals to Allen Toussaint. Sydney music lovers will know the company as curators of The Basement in its recent renaissance, as well as Newtown Festival which last year had over 90,000 attendees.nfentertainment.comPanel: Managers Anonymous – 19 Nov – Breakers – 10:30 AM

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NIK TROPIANODirector - Shake Appeal / Know The PeopleShake Appeal manage the careers of Davey Lane and Gay Paris, service tracks to radio for independent artists local and international. The company also reps all of Shock Records catalogue and manage the marketing for This That, Live at The Foreshore and Fat as Butter festivals.facebook.com/ShakeAppealSocialPanel: Understanding Radio – 19 Nov – Breakers 10:30 AM

PETER PATERSONCo Director - Perfect Pitch PublishingPerfect Pitch Publishing started in 2010 as an independent music publisher. Along with its overseas partners, it provides a full integrated range of services to it’s catalogue of writers, from helping with Record Labels to touring and licencing to digital management in a personalised manner not done by many others. perfectpitchpublishing.netPanel: Is Your Track Syncable – 20 Nov - The Francis Drake Room - 1:30 PM

ROB SCOTTDirector - Source Music / Indica AustraliaSource Music is a publishing and licensing company that has worked with ARIA nominated Abbe May and Jen Cloher, introduced the daughters of legends Willie Nelson and Arlo Guthrie to Aussie audiences (Folk Uke), signed internationally acclaimed Montreal outfit Half Moon Run, and works closely with Jack Carty, Tora and Hein Cooper, to name a few. twitter.com/thesourceseekerPanel: Is Your Track Syncable – 20 Nov - The Francis Drake Room - 1:30 PM

PETER NOBLEDirector - BluesfestBy the time Bluesfest turned 25 years old it had won 26 awards including four Australian Helpmann Awards for Best Contemporary Music Festival, and Australian Event of the Year at the Australian Event Awards, and was declared the “The Greatest Music Festival on Earth” by a major Australian Television Network.bluesfest.com.auPanel: Festival Tribes - 19 Nov 11:45 AM – The Francis Drake Room

ROB CANNONHead of Entertainment Management - Australian Institute of MusicRob has worked in various guises with artists ranging from Rogue Traders to Rod Stewart,Alicia Keys to Augie March and Gavin DeGraw to Guy Sebastian. He continues to work in marketing in the music industry on a freelance basis, as well as writing for various music publications and teaching at AIM.aim.edu.auPanel: Getting a Start in The Music Industry – 21 Nov – The Francis Drake Room - 10:30 AM

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RON HARYANTO Business Development Manager – Studios 301Signed to 120 Publishing (Ministry of Sound Australia), Ron has written and collaborated across genres from pop to electronic including artists such as Dannii Minogue, Marcia Hines, Shannon Noll, Prinnie Stevens, NZ boyband Titanium, Lil Jon, Chris Willis, Sonny Fodera, Bass Kleph and Mobin Master. studios301.comPanel: It ’s all About The Song – 19 Nov - The Francis Drake Room- 12:15pm

SARAH CURRIESenior Account Manager - White Sky MusicWhile acquiring her accounting degree, Sarah Currie worked in several of Melbourne’s most notable live music venues and upon graduation found a way to combine her longstanding love for music and numbers by joining the team at White Sky where she has worked for the last three years, currently as a Senior Account Manager.whitesky.com.auPanel: Show Me The Money – 19 Nov – Breakers – 1:30 PM

SHEENA KEANEDirector - Blue Grace MusicSheena has curated 1000+ shows, tours, festivals & exhibitions and worked in management for Jenn Grant, Valerie June, Rachel Sermanni & Carlene Carter to name a few. Sheena works with Australian artists Mama Kin & Oh Pep!, and is also the International representative of The Folk Alliance International - a nearly 30-year old annual conference that takes place in Nth America. folk.orgPanel: Managers Anonymous – 19 Nov – Breakers – 10:30 AM

SCOTT MESITIDirector - MJR PresentsScott ran Festival of the Sun in Port Macquarie for 10 years and is co-director (with Ted Gardner) of Cross Section Management. In 2014 Scott started touring company S4 Productions, launching pop-up festival Drop In, announcing a 10-date UB40 tour and working with acts such as From The Jam, Michael Franti, The Rubens, and Angus & Julia. S4 recently merged with The MJR Group and now trades in Australia as MJR Presents.mjrpresents.comPanel: Signed, Sealed, Delivered – 19 Nov – Level 2 – 10:30 AM

RYAN HAZELRyan is said to keep things fun, light and creative, tapping into the core of the band’s dynamic, always searching for authenticity from the artist. Ryan owned Ivory Lane Studios on the Central Coast, NSW for 6 years with releases from The Drones, The Snowdroppers, The Fumes, Green Buzzard, IVY, The Lazys and Bridezilla amongst others. Also a musician and vocalist, Ryan is often heavily involved in the creative process playing, co-writing and arranging with artists. Currently he is a member of touring band The Fumes playing bass and co runs a management label push.pull music.Panel: Do You Need a Producer – 20 Nov -Breakers – 10:30 AM

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SIMON COHENProducer - Studios 301In demand for his production work in the pop and hip-hop realms, Simon’s credits are an admirable list of amazing Australian artists including Spit Syndicate, Horrorshow, M-Phazes, Jessica Mauboy, ASTA, Kilter, JOY, Nicole Millar and Tucka. He mixed Will Sparks’ platinum-selling single “Ah Yeah So What”.studios301.comPanel: Do You Need a Producer – 20 Nov -Breakers – 10:30 AM

STACEY PIGGOTTDirector - Secret Services Public RelationsIn early 2014 two of Australia’s leading music PR agencies joined forces. Paul Piticco’s Secret Service Public Relations and Stacey Piggott’s, Two Fish Out Of Water, merged together under the Secret Services Public Relations banner, with Stacey leading a staff of five skilled publicists with offices in Sydney and Melbourne.secret-service.com.auPanel: Signed, Sealed, Delivered – 19 Nov – Level 2 – 10:30 AM

STEPHEN BULLHead Teacher - TAFE EntertainmentSteve has had a successful and varied career over 25 years in the Music Industry, featuring performance, composition, songwriting, producing and teaching. He is a multi instrumentalist but specialises in bass. He became Head Teacher of WSI Entertainment in 2005, teaching performance, composition and music technology.entertainment.wsi.tafensw.edu.auRecording and Releasing Your First Tracks - 21 Nov- The Francis Drake Room - 3:15 PM

SIMON TODKILLProducer - Studios 301Simon has a natural aptitude for creating sonically lush recordings. He has produced songs for Australian tastemaker bands like the The Griswolds, Movement, Eleanor Dunlop and Nantes. He has engineered for Kanye West, Mark Ronson, Cold Chisel and DZ Deathrays; and Matt Corby’s five-times platinum single “Brother” among many others.studios301.comPanel: Do You Need a Producer – 20 Nov -Breakers – 10:30 AM

STEPHEN WADEDirector - Select Music AgencySelect Music represents a diverse array of talent including Boy & Bear, Rufus, Josh Pyke, San Cisco, Emma Louise, Seth Sentry, Andy Bull, and Passenger. Stephen has also toured over 100 international acts through Select Touring presenting Crystal Castles, Good Charlotte, Cypress Hill, Tallest Man On Earth, Public Enemy, They Might Be Giants and Ice Cube.selectmusic.com.auPanel: Building The Bridge 20 Nov - Level 2 – 10:30 AM

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STEVE GRIFFITHSAgent - Top Shelf ProductionsSteve was one of the founding members of Peats Ridge Festival and was Creative Director of Cockatoo Island Festival and The Great Escape Festivals. He was co-booker of the Sydney Blues Festival from 2011 to 2013. Steve currently knocks national and international tours into shape at Top Shelf Productions and books acts into The Bunker at Coogee.topshelf.com.auPanel: Booking Agents’ Round Table – 20 Nov – Breakers - 1:30 PM

TED GARDNERManager - Cross SectionTed managed Jane’s Addiction, Tool, The Verve, HUM, The Geraldine Fibbers and Queens Of The Stone Age, and The Brian Jonestown Massacre and was the co-founder of the Lollapalooza festival. He currently works with The Cairos, Zefferelli, Masco Sound System, and The Harlots.crosssection.com.auPanel: Ted Gardner – An Interview – 20 Nov – The Brass Monkey – 5:50 PM

TOM HARRISManaging Director - White Sky MusicTom started out as the bookkeeper at Rubber Records. From there he started helping out bands on the side with their books, under the name White Sky. White Sky is now the largest music business management and bookkeeping company in Australia; handling the finances of over 200 bands, record labels, festivals and various music businesses.whitesky.com.auPanel: Show Me The Money – 19 Nov – Breakers – 1:30 PM

THOMAS HEYMANNHead Of Artist and Music Industry Relations - Pandora Australia and New ZealandThomas started his career at Sony Music Germany and Sony Music Australia working on the release campaigns of Michael Jackson, Jamiroquai, The Fugees, Aerosmith, Midnight Oil, and Tina. He was Vice President of Strategic Marketing at Warner Music Australia for 10 years working with diverse artists, such as Cold Chisel, Icehouse, Madonna, Kylie Minogue, Madonna, Fleetwood Mac and more.pandora.comPanel: Branding Basics – 21 Nov – The Francis Drake Room – 11:45 AM

STUART COUPEDirector - Laughing Outlaw RecordsIn a career too diverse to do justice to here, Stuart has worked as a journalist, author, editor, manager, record label director, radio presenter, publicist and tour promoter. Stuart is the only Australian to interview Bob Dylan twice, along with thousands of conversations with musicians from around the globe. He estimates that he has had in excess of six million words published. laughingoutlaw.com.auPanel: War of Writers - 19 Nov – Level 2 – 12:15 PMAussie Music History Q&A – 20 Nov – Francis Drake Room – 10:30 AM

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TONY BUCHENProducer - Studio Le PavoisInnovative and indefatigable are but two traits synonymous with Sydney based producer Tony Buchen. Amassing an enviable list of credits over the last decade, Tony has become one of the Premier Producer/Mixer/Writer/Arrangers in Australia, regularly called upon by indie artists and major labels alike.Panel: It ’s all About The Song – 19 Nov - The Francis Drake Room- 12:15pm

TUKATuka released his debut solo album “Will Rap for Tuka” in 2009, showing a breadth of stylistic, lyrical and production techniques that marked a clear departure from his work with Thundamentals and was furthered on his second solo effort 2012’s “Feedback Loop” which featured the celebrated singles “Just to Feel Wanted” and “Die A Happy Man”. Fast forward to 2015 and Tuka’s third solo album “Life Death Time Eternal” heralds the coming of age of a truly unique voice in Australianhip hop.Panel: It ’s all About The Song – 19 Nov - The Francis Drake Room- 12:15pm

YVETTE MYHILLExecutive Director - Association of Artist Managers (AAM)AAM is the peak body representing the interests of artist managers in the Australian music industry. Yvette has previously worked in management roles at Twilight at Taronga, Showbiz, Newtheatricals, Community Broadcasting Association of Australia (CBAA), Splendour in the Grass and Village Sounds. Yvette is the current co-chair of Music Australia’s National Music Industry and Careers Advisory Group. She also runs a whisky consulting company in her spare time.aam.org.auPanel: Managers’ Anonymous – 19 Nov – Breakers – 10:30 AM

TROY BARROTTManaging Director - Hub Artist ServicesHub Artist Services is a boutique music services company offering Management, Record Label, Publishing, and Touring services. Hub also operates and programs the Filth club night in Sydney and are partners in the newly refurbished Bondi Bowling Club. Previous and existing clients include Gold Fields, Bec & Ben, Glass Towers, Old Man River and Megan Washington.hubartistservices.comPanel: Managers Anonymous – 19 Nov – Breakers – 10:30 AM

VANESSA PICKENDirector - Comes With FriesVanessa has been at the coal face of the creative digital scene throughout her career. She worked with Nokia, T-Mobile, Westpac and EMI before creating her own business Comes with Fries. She has worked closely with artists, labels, festivals, touring agencies, food brands, fashion houses and agencies from all over the country including Tailormaid Communications, Support Act, Eskimo Joe, The X Factor Live Tour, Catherine Haridy Management, Hein Cooper and more. comeswithfries.comPanels: Are You On Facebook? - 19 Nov – Breakers - 11:45 AM Branding Basics – 21 Nov – The Francis Drake Room – 11:45 AM

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PANELSMANAGERS ANONYMOUS THURSDAY 19TH NOVEMBER 2015 10:30 AM The Cronulla RSL - Breakers What drives otherwise sane people to want to manage artists? In this panel we talk with some of Australia’s most successful and experienced artist managers about why they do what they do, what they’re looking for when signing a new artist, and what they expect from the people they represent.With Jess Beston, Nick Yates, Nate Farrell, Neal Hunt, Troy Barrott, Sheena Keane, Yvette Myhill.

UNDERSTANDING RADIO THURSDAY 19TH NOVEMBER 2015 10:30 AM The Cronulla RSL - Breakers Where does your music belong in the landscape of Australian radio? How do formats work? How do you build contacts in radio? What’s your plan? Can you do it yourself or do you need a pro to help you. The Australian Music Radio Airplay Project (Amrap) and Australian Music Week bring together a panel of radio people to discuss these issues as well as the ins and outs of this important media outlet.With Nik Tropiano, Chris Johnson, Maggie Collins, Nick Findlay, Nicole McInnes, John Zucco.

SIGNED, SEALED, DELIVEREDIN CONVERSATION WITH DEW PROCESS AND SECRET SERVICE THURSDAY 19TH NOVEMBER 2015 10:30 AM The Cronulla RSL - Level 2 Insight into the workings of one of Australia’s most successful independent labels Dew Process - Stacey Piggott and John Mullen discuss discovering and signing new artists, deals, lawyers, the recording process, setting up the release, manufacturing, how they establish release dates, retail setup, rolling out marketing, servicing the media and more.With John Mullen, Stacey Piggott, Scott Mesiti.

FESTIVAL TRIBES THURSDAY 19TH NOVEMBER 2015 11:45 AM The Cronulla RSL - The Francis Drake Room On this panel we talk to the directors of some of Australia’s most successful and enduring festivals, and some rapidly rising new events - events that have a loyal and dedicated audience who come back again and again because they trust the programming choices and taste of the festival team. Our panel will be discussing what’s required to keep the tribe coming back each year.With Peter Noble, Bill Hauritz, Ben Tillman, Mark Duckworth, Andy McLean, Erin Collins, Damian Cunningham.


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DIGITAL MARKETING: ARE YOU ON FACEBOOK? THURSDAY 19TH NOVEMBER 2015 11:45 AM The Cronulla RSL - Breakers Technology has levelled the playing field, it has never been easier to play the game, but is it harder than ever to win? Come hear our industry experts discuss the merits of the DIY approach to marketing artists versus how the pros do it.With Vanessa Picken, Alyssa Jane Ivery, Larry Heath, Henry Compton, Hazel Savage.

WAR OF WRITERS - GUDINSKI VS CHUGGTHURSDAY 19TH NOVEMBER 2015 12:15 PMThe Cronulla RSL - Level 2Michael Chugg and Michael Gudinski are two pioneers of the Australian music industry, and their war stories, successes, failures and histories have been documented in two fine books: “”Hey, You in the Black T-Shirt” - by Michael Chugg with Iain Shedden, and “Gudinski - The Godfather of Australian Rock and Roll” by Stuart Coupe. Watch and listen as Coupe and Shedden go head to head as they interview each other on the stories behind the books behind the men, Michael Gudinski and Michael Chugg.

IT’S ALL ABOUT THE SONG THURSDAY 19TH NOVEMBER 2015 12:15 PM The Cronulla RSL - The Francis Drake Room There’s always pressure on artists to come up with ‘The Song’ - the masterpiece that will help push them to the next level. The song that will get the rotation on radio, that will land that lucrative sync opportunity, that will get Shazam ticking over and win that award. But what does a hit song look like in 2015? How do you pick one and what do you do with it once you’ve found it? Join our panel of writers, producers, A&R and publishing experts as they discuss their successes (and failures) in the world of song writing.With Lucia Doll, Tuka, Tony Buchen, Matt O’Connor, Alistar Richardson, Ron Haryanto.

SHOW ME THE MONEY THURSDAY 19TH NOVEMBER 2015 1:30 PMThe Cronulla RSL - Breakers White Sky Music and Australian Music Week present this masterclass on the essential topics of the business of music. Topics including music royalties, collection societies, tour budgeting, tour accounting, super for contractors, and everything you need to know to prepare for the EMDG grant.With Tom Harris, Jeremy Furze, Matt Bird, Sarah Currie.

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DO YOU NEED A PRODUCER? FRIDAY 20TH NOVEMBER 2015 10:30 AM The Cronulla RSL - Breakers Producers have been shapers of the sound of popular music since the 50’s, their role often encapsulates that of director, conductor, arranger, A&R, confidant, engineer and psychologist as they take the responsibility for the creation of the recording and steer the recording process. Most labels, managers and successful artists consider producers an essential part of the team, but what do they actually do? Do you need one for your next project, and how would you go about finding the right one?With Lachlan Mitchell, Simon Todkill, Ryan Hazel, Jack Prest, Simon Cohen, Gianni Michelini.

BUILDING THE BRIDGE FRIDAY 20TH NOVEMBER 2015 10:30 AM The Cronulla RSL - Level 2 In this master class manager Maggie Collins and agent Stephen Wade discuss the process of taking an artist from small shows through to large venues and headlining national touring. Using case studies of artists they’ve worked with such as Boy & Bear, Grinspoon, and Josh Pyke, they’ll be discussing tour strategy, planning ahead, how to re-invest in the show, budgeting, working with crew, and much more.

AUSSIE MUSIC HISTORY Q&A FRIDAY 20TH NOVEMBER 2015 10:30 AM The Cronulla RSL - The Francis Drake Room Join Stuart Coupe as he interviews Australian authors David N. Perrerell and Murray Bennett as they discuss their books delving into origins of 60s and 70s Aussie music. Pepperell’s - ‘100 Greatest Australian Singles of the Sixties’, and Bennett’s ‘PRODUCT 45 - The Art of Australian Music, Volume 1, 1976-80’

THE VENUE’S PERSPECTIVE FRIDAY 20TH NOVEMBER 2015 11:45 AM The Cronulla RSL - Breakers APRA’s Live Music Office and Australian Music Week present a panel of venue people to discuss the live scene from the venues’ point of view. How healthy is the live scene at the moment? What can promoters; artists and their managers do to make the venue’s job easier? With Sam Nardo, Jacob Snell, John Wardle, Geoff Trio


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PANELSWHAT DO RECORD LABELS EVEN DO? FRIDAY 20TH NOVEMBER 2015 11:45 AM The Cronulla RSL - The Francis Drake Room Despite the well-documented decrease in CD sales, Record Labels continue to be a vital part of an artist’s team; we’re joined by people from an incredible collection of Australian labels that are going from strength to strength.With Marshall Cullen, Andy Cassell, Basil Cook, Henry Compton.

BOOKING AGENTS’ ROUND TABLE FRIDAY 20TH NOVEMBER 2015 1:30 PM The Cronulla RSL - Breakers With live performance becoming an ever-increasingly important source of an artist’s income, working with the right booking agent is crucial. But do you need one? How do you get one? What do they do, what don’t they do? Join our panel of booking agents as they discuss the climate within their segment of the music industry and the issues they face when finding the right shows for their artists. With Steve Griffiths, Edwin Tehrani, Evan Davis, Jeremy Sharp, Damian Costin.

IS YOUR TRACK SYNCABLE? FRIDAY 20TH NOVEMBER 2015 1:30 PM The Cronulla RSL - The Francis Drake Room In the wake of ever decreasing album sales, synchronisation has become an ever more important income steam for artists. But why do some tracks get picked for Sync opportunities ahead of others? Who do you need in your team to maximise your chance of getting “The Big Sync”, and how do you approach them?With Frank Rodi, Peter Paterson, Rob Scott, Diana Torossian, Bob Hunka

TED GARDNER - AN INTERVIEW FRIDAY 20TH NOVEMBER 2015 5:50 PM The Brass Monkey Join Stuart Coupe as he interviews manager extraordinaire Ted Gardner. Working as Men At Work’s road manager took Gardner to America where he continued to live for 25 years. During this time he worked with Echo & The Bunnymen, P.I.L, The Sugarcubes, New Order, UFO. and Frank Zappa. Along with his wife he managed Jane’s Addiction, Tool, The Verve, HUM, The Geraldine Fibbers, Queens Of The Stone Age, and The Brian Jonestown Massacre who he continues to manage.. Gardner co-founded Lollapalooza with Perry Farrell and Jane’s Addiction’s agents Mark Geiger and Don Muller. He returned to Australia In 2007 and currently co-manages The Cairos, Zefferelli, Masco Sound System, and The Harlots.


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GETTING A START IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY SATURDAY 21ST NOVEMBER 2015 10:30 AM The Cronulla RSL - The Francis Drake Room Ever wondered what a publicist, booking agent or publisher does? Thinking about managing an artist, or managing yourself? What does it take to be successful in the music industry? Our panel of experts talk about the factors that have got them to where they are today, how they got their start, and what they do all day.With Craig ‘Rosie’ Rosevear, Basil Cook, Luke Girgis, Rob Cannon, Jacob Snell.

BRANDING BASICS SATURDAY 21ST NOVEMBER 2015 11:45 AM The Cronulla RSL - The Francis Drake Room So you’ve got some songs together and it’s time to let people know that you exist. What are the steps you need to take to sell yourself to venues, the media and others? Our panel of marketing gurus discuss the right way to get a start in pitching your artist.With Mark Ashton, Van Picken, Hazel Savage, Thomas Heymann.

THE REALITY OF TV SATURDAY 21ST NOVEMBER 2015 1:30 PM The Cronulla RSL - The Francis Drake Room “Wow, you have the best voice, you should go on The Voice/Idol/The X factor/Australia’s Got Talent!” - it’s a comment heard by emerging artists all the time. Our panel of experts and past contestants discuss their experiences, and look at the pros and cons of appearing on a reality TV show.With Dave Macgregor, Casey Donovan, Karen-lee Goody.

RECORDING AND RELEASING YOUR FIRST TRACKS SATURDAY 21ST NOVEMBER 2015 3:15 PM The Cronulla RSL - The Francis Drake Room Making that first recording is a big step for an emerging artist, so when is the right time to record? Where should you record? Do you need a producer? What are the options available for getting it released and getting it heard? With Matt O’Connor, Basil Cook, Steve Bull.

RADIO GA GA – AUSTRALIAN MUSIC ON RADIOSATURDAY 21ST NOVEMBER 2015 10:30 AMThe Cronulla RSL - Level 2Has Australia got the quota and criteria right for local content on the radio? How might we change the status quo to benefit the local market and artists? In this discussion and open forum Chrissie Vincent, Bob Hunka and Andy McLean compare local content regulations on Australian radio with the Canadian model, one that is working to the benefit of their local Artist market. We intend that the findings and discussion point of the panel will be published and also tabled to Government as a precursor for effective change.

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