APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN FOR SONGHUBS

SONGHUBS AUCKLAND
16 - 21 APRIL 2018

ROUNDHEAD STUDIOS
151 Newton Rd, Eden Terrace, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

SongHubs Auckland is a collaborative song-writing retreat presented by APRA AMCOS with the generous support of NZ On Air, Auckland Council, Recorded Music New Zealand and the New Zealand Music Commission.

SongHubs Auckland brings internationally acclaimed songwriters to Auckland where they collaborate with New Zealand and Australian writers, artists and producers. The participants are selected by our independent curator Greg Haver.

There are sixteen places available - twelve for writers and four for producers.

You are eligible to apply for SongHubs Auckland 2018 if:

• You are an elected Full Writer Member of APRA
• You’re able to demonstrate either commercial success or a strong track record of audience and industry support within the past two years
• You have a manager, record company, music publisher, or distributor supporting your career
• You have a recording scheduled for release during the 12 months following SongHubs Auckland 2018
• You have collaborated and/or worked on successful local or international releases
• You are keen and willing to collaborate with other artists, songwriters and producers
• You are willing to make yourself available for media relating to SongHubs Auckland 2018, and for your image and biography to be used in association with this and future SongHubs events. 
• You are available for the duration of SongHubs Auckland 2018 – including the introductory drinks on Sunday 15th April and the Wrap / Listening Party on Saturday 21stApril.

THE OFFER

TWO (2) fully funded places for internationally based APRA AMCOS members:

• Return flights to Auckland from anywhere in the world
• Accommodation for seven (7) nights
• Per diem of $60 NZD per day for six (6) days.

TWO (2) fully funded places for APRA AMCOS members who are resident in New Zealand:

• Return flights to Auckland from anywhere in New Zealand
• Accommodation for seven (7) nights
• Per diem of $60 NZD per day for six (6) days.

TWELVE (12) non-funded places for APRA AMCOS members who are resident in New Zealand.

SUBMISSIONS CLOSE 7 MARCH 2018

• Submission close 5pm Wednesday 7 March 2018
• All submissions will be evaluated by SongHubs curators
• Successful applicants will be advised by 20 March 2018

IGNITE 2018 - APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN

Applications are now open for the IGNITE 2018 programme, which kicks off on April 7, and will see 10 music industry professionals mentoring the next generation of aspiring young event managers.

The youth development initiative was first launched in 2016 with the aim of empowering young people to pursue their passion in music and events. Now the 12-week, Auckland-based, programme returns, offering placements for 10 young people, aged 15-18. Each participant will be paired with an industry mentor, who will provide one-on-one support, advice and practical information.

Participants will also further their skills at hands-on workshops, seminars and venue tours and get the opportunity to apply their skills learnt to produce a music-based event at the end of the programme.

One deserving graduate will be awarded the MAINZ Scholarship to study a Diploma in Music and Event Management in 2019.

Applications for the programme, which is free, can be found HERE and close on Sunday, March 4, 6pm.

MEET THE MENTORS:

This year's mentors include a mix of high profile industry heavyweights, and up-and-comers who are fast establishing a name for themselves in New Zealand music. They offer invaluable event experience and industry knowledge. 

• Dylan Keating (Moretone Music)
• Ellie Smith (Freelance Tour Manager / Production Assistant)
• Fenella Stratton (Twice The Hype)
• Josh Smith (Rhythm and Vines)
• Poppy Tohill (CRS Management, Auckland City Limits)
• Riccardo Ball (Wrecking Ball Media)
• Tim Richards (Music in Parks / Auckland Marathon)
• Tom Anderson (Freelance Production / Whammy Bar)

*Dylan Keating and Riccardo Ball’s involvement is thanks to the support of the
Music Managers Forum (MMF).

The final two mentors will be selected once the applications close, taking into consideration their musical interests and aspirations, to best match the participant with an industry mentor.

The inaugural IGNITE programme in 2016 was met with great success, resulting in many of its participants moving on to tertiary education and gaining work placements and internship opportunities across the industry. Hunter Keane, who was then a student at Western Springs College, was awarded the MAINZ Scholarship to study a Diploma in Music and Event Management. He was supported by mentor Anthony Metcalf and ran a concert featuring the band The Leers.

Watch Hunter's story here

About Ignite:

IGNITE believes when young people discover their passion they will thrive and reach their full potential. Music is a powerful artform via which IGNITE supports the personal and professional development of young people, giving them a stepping stone to further education pathways and discover the various careers that exist within New Zealand's vibrant creative industries. Through the programme, our young people will also engage the wider community by producing truly authentic youth events – run by young people for young people, whilst creating key performance opportunities for young and emerging artists. IGNITE is made possible in 2018 with generous support from Music and Audio Institute of NZ (MAINZ), NZ Music Commission and Creative Communities.


Full programme information, mentor bios and the application form are available at: www.igniteprogramme.org.nz

SOLE MUSIC ACADEMY LAUNCHES IN CHRISTCHURCH

SOLE Music Academy was founded by Internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter and NZ Music Commission Mentor Sacha Vee

SOLE STANDS FOR 'A SOURCE OF LEARNING AND EMPOWERMENT'. 

Currently SOLE Music Academy offers group evening sessions in Singing, Songwriting and Artist Development but will soon offer sessions in Music Production, Djing and Music Business.

We don’t believe in aimless music lessons. When you sign up at SOLE Music Academy we take time to establish your own personal goals and dreams in music.

Whether it is to perform your own set at a local bar, record and release your own music, get your music heard on radio, or become the next big NZ music export and perform on the international stage, no goal will be too small or too big and will always be supported.

Due to our invaluable experience and expansive network we specialise in ‘bridging the gap’ into the music industry.

To find out more about SOLE sessions and SIGN UP NOW go to www.solemusicacademy.co.nz

“WE BELIEVE SACHA HAS THE RIGHT ATTITUDE AND CONNECTIONS TO MAKE THIS ACADEMY SUCCESSFUL AND WE LOOK FORWARD TO WORKING WITH HER ON ANOTHER LEVEL, NOT JUST AS AN ARTIST WE PROUDLY SUPPORT.”

– James Meharry, Station Director RDU 98.5FM

“Sacha has developed considerable skills, capability and reputation as an artist and educator here in new zealand and also in Europe and japan. that experience and her global perspective have given her an enornus wealth of knowledge to pass onto up and coming musicians”

– Tom Rainey, Head of Creative Industries, ARA Institute of Canterbury

NZ MUSIC COMMISSION ANNOUNCES ITS PILOT INDUSTRY INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME

The NZ Music Commission is excited to announce the launch of its pilot Industry Internship Programme for 2018, which will run from March.         

The programme seeks to partner eight interns and eight NZ music businesses together with the intent to add value to one another, and develop the knowledge, networks and career potential for the interns.

Internships are available nationwide where it is possible to match a potential intern with an appropriate host music business or organisation.

The Internships will run for 55 days either part-time over an 18 week period or full-time over an 11 week period. Thanks to the generous support of Creative New Zealand for this pilot scheme, all interns will be paid for their internships (in accordance with living wage recommendations). The host companies will be expected to make a modest contribution towards the intern's wages.

The New Zealand Music Commission invites both potential interns and host music companies or organisations to apply from 20 January 2018. 

The NZ Music Commission strongly believes that music is a vital and vibrant part of our culture and is excited to facilitate these partnerships as part of its ongoing work to support the growth of the NZ music industry.

To download the Intern application form click here.

To download the Host Organisation aplication form click here.

To download the FAQ's click here

BAY OF ISLANDS MUSIC FESTIVAL

The BAY OF ISLANDS MUSIC FESTIVAL is serving up an amazing mix of international and New Zealand roots, soul, funk and blues this Easter. The event takes place on Sat 31 March 2018 at the Copthorne Hotel and Resort, a stunning waterfront location adjacent to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds.

The first announcement features roots superstar JIMMY CLIFF (JAMAICA), the Island-style soul of BOBBY ALU (AUSTRALIA) and the absolute cream of Aotearoa roots, soul and funk including KATCHAFIRE, TEEKS, LOUIS BAKER and ROB RUHA. Several more artists will be announced in the coming month.

JIMMY CLIFF is one of the world’s most influential music icons. This Grammy Award winner and Rock n Roll Hall of Fame inductee is credited with bringing reggae to the world with his incredible catalogue of hits including Reggae Nights, The Harder They Come, I Can See Clearly Now, Many Rivers To Cross and Wild World. Jimmy Cliff’s career now spans almost 60 years, an unbelievable achievement made all the more incredible once you have experienced his live performances that burst with energy, passion and high kicks. Don’t miss this chance to see the legend live!

“We are proud to have secured this amazing event” said Andrew Whittaker, General Manager of the Copthorne, Pahia, “Festival-goers can expect world-class music and a taste of our Northland arts and culture in a truly beautiful setting.”

In addition to the musical feast, concert-goers will be able to enjoy gourmet food, local wines and craft beers, as well as arts and cultural activities.

Taking advantage of the hotel setting, one accommodation wing is transformed into a unique Festival VIP Zone. The VIP Rooms all have a balcony or deck over-looking the festival site, with a premium view of the stage and Te Tii Bay. These will be in hot demand and are limited in number.

Earlybird tickets go on sale to Jacman Entertainment and Eventfinda subscribers only this Wednesday, 24 January at 9am.  Tickets will be available to the general public from 9am, Thursday 25 January. Tickets are very limited due to site restrictions, so be quick!

BAY OF ISLANDS MUSIC FESTIVAL

COPTHORNE, BAY OF ISLANDS

1 TAU HENARE DR, WAITANGI

SATURDAY 31 MARCH 2018

GATES OPEN 1PM

BOOK AT EVENTFINDA.CO.NZ or 0800 BUY TIX (289 849)

2018 VODAFONE PACIFIC MUSIC AWARDS - NOMINATIONS OPEN

The Pacific Music Awards Trust are happy to announce that the 2018 Vodafone Pacific Music Awards will be held on Thursday 24 May 2018, at the Vodafone Events Centre, Auckland.

The annual Pacific Music Awards event celebrates Pacific music and Pacific artists.  The awards provides the opportunity to honour the achievements and success of our current Pacific artists and also pay tribute to legacy and developing artists.  

The 2018 awards celebrate the music released in 2017.  Pacific artists who have released singles, EPs or albums for sale during 1 January – 31 December 2017, will be eligible to enter.  All NZ Pacific artists can enter all the categories listed, except for Best International Pacific Artist, which is for artists from overseas.   To confirm an artist’s eligibility, please read the 2018 PMA Terms and Conditions document which is available on our website

Nominations are open for all the entered award categories and are due by Thursday 1 February 2018.  All nominations are completed online and can be submitted by the artist or their representative.  The entered categories for 2018 are confirmed as the following:

·       Best Pacific Group

·       Best Pacific Female Artist

·       Best Pacific Male Artist

·       Best Pacific Language

·       Best Pacific Song

·       Best Pacific Music Video

·       Best Pacific Gospel Artist

·       Best Pacific Urban Artist

·       Best Producer

·       Best International Pacific Artist

·       Best Pacific Music Album (nb: NZ Music Award ‘Tui’)

For those considering nominating an artist, please note the deadline of 1 February 2018.  To confirm the details to submit a nomination, please email:info@pacificmusicawards.org.nz

Details and profiles from the 2017 Vodafone Pacific Music Awards can be found through the online magazine 4/4

The Pacific Music Awards Trust is looking forward to planning the celebration of Pacific music and to sharing this special event with you, so please save the date of 24 May 2018!    

If you have any questions about the Pacific Music Awards or the nomination process, please contact us.  For more details about the awards, please go to:  www.pacificmusicawards.org.nz 

AUCKLAND JOINS UNESCO CREATIVE CITIES NETWORK

Auckland is now officially a City of Music, joining the UNESCO Creative Cities Network announced this morning.

The cultural arm of the United Nations, UNESCO, launched the Creative Cities Network in 2004 to promote social, economic and cultural development among cities who have identified creativity as a strategic factor and enabler for sustainable urban development. Auckland will join the 116 members from 54 countries around the world covering seven creative fields.

Councillor Alf Filipaina, a staunch supporter of the bid made by Auckland Council working with Recorded Music NZ and APRA (Australasian Performing Right Association), is thrilled to share Auckland’s distinctive sound with the world and strengthen music opportunities in the city.

“From indie folk and brass bands to waiata aroha, the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra and Lorde, there’s no doubt music is a part of us. It goes right to Auckland’s roots, with waiata woven into our history and everyday culture,” he says.

“Supporting Auckland as a creative city and growing our music industry will enrich city life, the cultural landscape and build community identity and liveability for all Aucklanders.

In 2016, Auckland Council adopted Toi Whῑtiki, an arts and culture strategic action plan designed to promote economic growth in the industry. The city is already home to around half of New Zealand’s creative sector, with more than 18,000 Aucklanders working in the field.

Recorded Music NZ, instrumental in driving the application, brought together key music industry stakeholders including APRA, NZ Music Commission and NZ On Air.

Mark Roach at Recorded Music NZ says he’s excited about the potential the new status will have for Auckland’s future. “Music is a transformative power, not only as a cultural staple but also as an economic driver for the city. We are thrilled to receive this good news; the designation will support the development of a creative eco-system, strengthen the social fabric and position of Auckland as the music capital of the Pacific.” 

Research reveals seven in 10 Aucklanders have attended a music event in the last three years, making the most of a plethora of concerts and festivals held in the city. Songwriter Moana Maniapoto, Pacific musician Opetaia Foa’i and Gin Wigmore, are among the many who have propelled Auckland music onto the world stage.

Ant Healey at APRA says, “Auckland is fortunate to enjoy one of the most diverse and unique music scenes in the world. We look forward to bringing together all aspects of the music community, leveraging their special skill sets and collective experience to showcase our musical strength internationally. We want Auckland to be a place where music can thrive for the benefit of everyone who lives here.” 

The global network will open up opportunities for collaborations between the music industry and other member cities, opening the door for international cooperation and knowledge exchange.

Aucklanders can be proud to know their city has been recognised alongside 18 other international cities of music, a “creative city” with music as its vital sign, as its heartbeat.

COASTELLA MUSIC FESTIVAL LINE-UP ANNOUNCED FOR 2018

Coastella Music Festival is proud to announce its line-up for 2018, for the return of the vibrant Kapiti summer festival on 17th February 2018. Building on the growing success of the first two festivals, the 2018 line-up showcases a diverse range of local and international music from energetic folk and indie rock to Japanese banjo, brass and Balkan madness!

Iconic New Zealand band The Black Seeds will bring their contemporary groove reggae rhythms, following the release of their new album Fabric. Singer/songwriter Nadia Reid (nominated for an Apra Silver Scrolls Award for her song Richard earlier this year) joins the line-up straight back from her UK/European tour, and the Hot Potato Band (Aus) blend world music influences with an Australian edge to create a sound of brass and drums ‘known to cause a severe case of happy fever’.

Other international offerings are George & Noriko (Jap/Aus) with a unique sound of Japanese banjo blues, their energetic and original music earning them a place as finalists on Australia’s Got Talent 2012 and favourites at CubaDupa 2017. My Baby (NZ/Nld) join us from Amsterdam with their roots driven hypnotic dance music, and The Young Folk (Ire) have a sound which has seen them compared with Fleet Foxes, Bon Iver and Crosby Stills & Nash. Jordie Lane and the Sleepers (Aus) play psychedelic rock reminiscent of The Beatles’ Sgt Pepper.

Our highly acclaimed homegrown talent includes Louis Baker with neo soul sounds, joined by his new band boasting some of the tightest, funkiest, and most solid of rhythm sections in the Wellington music scene. Mermaidens offer a mesmerising dip into the realms of post-punk and psych, and current radio favourites Glass Vaults blend subtle electronics and pulsating percussion to create a unique brand of transcendental psychedelic pop. The Frank Burkitt Band draw upon influences from folk, jazz, blues, swing, soul and all things American Roots, and Neko Ne Zna bring an energetic Balkan Gypsy brass extravaganza. On home turf in Kapiti are Jeep Road who play a mix of contemporary blues and soul. 

The music and dancing will continue into the night, with the Coastella After Party (R18), with Rhombus in Dub bringing their big rolling sound and lively stage show and Olmecha Supreme featuring New Zealandʻs champion Rap Boxer "King Home Boy" and Captain Imon Starr.

Coastella features a main stage set in a natural grassy amphitheatre, a lake stage offering an idyllic setting to relax with friends, and Tiny Town returns, the 10 foot shipping container converted into an intimate musical venue, offering a chance to get up close and personal with some of the bands. Food vendors will once again be hand-picked by Visa Wellington On A Plate.

With its stellar line up and unique natural setting, Coastella is a chance to enjoy a summer musical discovery in the heart of Kapiti.

A limited 500 Adult and 100 Family Early Bird tickets are now on sale from Eventfinda until sold out. Tickets are limited so pre-booking is recommended. Coastella Festival is at Southward Car Museum, on Saturday 17 Feb 2018 and is being produced with funding from Kapiti Coast District Council.

Return buses will travel from the Wellington CBD. All details at coastella.co.nz. The bus stop is outside Pipitea Marae across the road from Freedom Furniture. 

Full Coastella 2018 Line-up:

The Black Seeds
Hot Potato Band (Aus) 
Nadia Reid
Louis Baker
My Baby (Nld) 
George & Noriko (Jap/Aus) Mermaidens
Glass Vaults
Jordie Lane & the Sleepers (Aus) 
The Young Folk (Ire) 
The Frank Burkitt Band (Scot/NZ) 
Niko Ne Zna
Jeep Road

Afterparty with Rhombus In Dub Olmecha Supreme
NB: Shows after 9pm will be held in the venue and are R18.

Website: www.coastella.co.nz
Twitter: www.twitter.com/coastellanz
Facebook: www.facebook.com/coastella