WAM presented showcases of WA artists in 2007 and 2008. This was not an effective strategy in hindsight, and for the past two years we have continued to refine this activity. In 2010 WAM implemented a partnership with Sounds Australia for the first time which saw WA act Voltaire Twins showcase. They're CMJ appearance has realised some fantastic outcomes, including charting in the college radio Top 200.

WAM is represented at CMJ Music Marathon by it's CEO Paul Bodlovich, presenting a showcase of West Australian acts invited to perform. Opportunities to perform at this event are advertised annually through sonicbids.

While we can offer information about, and some support during, this event - please note that WAM are in no way involved in the selection process.

		Our national body, the Australian Music Industry Network (AMIN), is a financial supporter of the Sounds Australia's presence at CMJ Music Marathon.

WAM presented showcases of WA artists in 2007 and 2008. This was not an effective strategy in hindsight, and for the past two years we have continued to refine this activity. In 2010 WAM implemented a partnership with Sounds Australia for the first time which saw WA act Voltaire Twins showcase. They're CMJ appearance has realised some fantastic outcomes, including charting in the college radio Top 200.

WAM is represented at CMJ Music Marathon by it's CEO Paul Bodlovich, presenting a showcase of West Australian acts invited to perform. Opportunities to perform at this event are advertised annually through sonicbids.

While we can offer information about, and some support during, this event - please note that WAM are in no way involved in the selection process.

		Our national body, the Australian Music Industry Network (AMIN), is a financial supporter of the Sounds Australia's presence at CMJ Music Marathon.

cmj.com/marathon

The world-renowned CMJ Music Marathon is New York City's largest music festival, attracting more than 120,000 music professionals, artists and music enthusiasts to the City every autumn. CMJ Music Marathon features 1,300+ artists performing live in over 80 of New York City's greatest music venues throughout the city.

www.soundsaustralia.com.au
Ph: +61 (0)410 306 557
Em: mmillgate@soundsaustralia.com.au

SOUNDS AUSTRALIA
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STRAWBERRY HILLS NSW 2012
Australia


Sounds Australia is the public face representing a collective of interested parties made up of Government Agencies, Industry Associations (including WAM), Commercial Companies and others with a genuine interest in working together, all partnering to support Australians’ export activities in key markets.

A central unified brand, Sounds Australia's goal is to help Australian musicians and artists pursue their dreams on the global stage - acting as a liaison between various industry groups and develop partnerships to increase exposure of the Australian music industry.

Sounds Australia's mission is to facilitate the introduction of buyers of music with those that are sellers. Some initiatives include organisation around trade shows and music festivals, export coaching and advice, the usage of new technologies to increase awareness of Australian music, and partnering with entertainment related companies that can give Australian exporters wider exposure.

Sounds Australia annually targets pinnacle music industry trade events, including:

• MIDEM - Cannes, FRANCE - January
• SXSW - Austin, Texas, USA - March
• The Great Escape - Brighton, UK - May
• CMJ - New York, USA - October

www.soundsaustralia.com.au
Ph: +61 (0)410 306 557
Em: mmillgate@soundsaustralia.com.au

SOUNDS AUSTRALIA
Locked Bag 5000
STRAWBERRY HILLS NSW 2012
Australia


Sounds Australia is the public face representing a collective of interested parties made up of Government Agencies, Industry Associations (including WAM), Commercial Companies and others with a genuine interest in working together, all partnering to support Australians’ export activities in key markets.

A central unified brand, Sounds Australia's goal is to help Australian musicians and artists pursue their dreams on the global stage - acting as a liaison between various industry groups and develop partnerships to increase exposure of the Australian music industry.

Sounds Australia's mission is to facilitate the introduction of buyers of music with those that are sellers. Some initiatives include organisation around trade shows and music festivals, export coaching and advice, the usage of new technologies to increase awareness of Australian music, and partnering with entertainment related companies that can give Australian exporters wider exposure.

Sounds Australia annually targets pinnacle music industry trade events, including:

• MIDEM - Cannes, FRANCE - January
• SXSW - Austin, Texas, USA - March
• The Great Escape - Brighton, UK - May
• CMJ - New York, USA - October