Demystifying Record Labels and Publishing Companies

Following the massive success of the How to Make Money From Your Music and How to Market and Promote Your Music seminars, the Music Managers Forum Aotearoa, in conjunction with Recorded Music NZ, NZ On Air, and Tauranga City Council Creative Community Scheme are returning to the Bay of Plenty with a new upskilling seminar for the music community to learn more about Record Labels and Publishing Companies.

In this seminar, musicians can learn the difference between major and indie record labels, the different contracts that are available, what a publishing company can do for you as a writer and so much more!

The expert panel will be made up of:

Nicky Harrop – General Manager of Rhythmethod

Rhythmethod is Aotearoa’s largest independent music distributor. Nicky is also the Independent Director on the board of Recorded Music NZ and part of the working group of SoundCheck Aotearoa. Prior to this, Nicky spent many years working at record labels in marketing, promotions and label management. She has consulted as a film & television researcher for music-based projects, and developed the Music Industry major for Massey University’s Bachelor of Commercial Music degree.

Pennie Black – General Manager NZ Native Tongue Music Publishing

Native Tongue Music Publishing is an independent music publisher with offices in Auckland, Sydney and Melbourne. With a roster of very talented and well respected catalogue of local writers, Native Tongue also administers the works of overseas writers and catalogues for Australasia.

Prior to this role, Pennie previously worked for 95bFM, NZ’s largest student / independent radio station as Operations and Programme Director for over ten years. Passionate about local and alternative music, she continues to host a weekly show on 95bFM. Pennie is also a founding member of Girls Rock! Aotearoa, and resident DJ of the 12XU Dark Eighties Collective.

Moderated by Teresa Patterson, Chair of Music Managers Forum Aotearoa.

Teresa has worked in the Music Industry for over 25 years in Major Record Labels, Artist Management, Artist Touring and Festivals.

Thanks to Music Managers Forum Aotearoa, Recorded Music NZ, NZ On Air and Tauranga City Council Creative Community Scheme the seminar is free but RSVP is essential. Email lorraine.owen@mmf.co.nz to secure your seat.

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‘Demystifying Record Labels and Publishing Companies’ Seminar

Doors at 5.30pm. Seminar starts at 6pm until 7.30pm.

RSVP to lorraine.owen@mmf.co.nz.