The music industry can be challenging to navigate, especially for young songwriters just starting out. Whether you’re releasing your first song, applying for funding, or wanting to grow your audience, it can be overwhelming trying to figure out where to start. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of helpful websites and resources to guide you in the right direction.
APRA AMCOS is a vital resource for understanding your rights as a songwriter. They help you manage your music’s royalties, ensuring you get paid whenever your music is played, used, or performed.
Recorded Music New Zealand provides essential support with copyright and licensing, ensuring that your music is protected and properly credited.
Spotify for Artists offers a wealth of tools to track your streams, engage with fans, and promote your music.
Music Helps provides mental health support, offering resources and services to keep you balanced and focused as you navigate the indusrty.
Independent Music New Zealand (IMNZ) is a great resource for indie artists, offering advocacy, resources, and opportunities to help you grow your career on your terms.
NZ On Air is a vital funding body that supports New Zealand musicians, helping you access the financial backing you need to create, record, and promote your music.
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New Zealand Music Commission is dedicated to supporting Kiwi artists both locally and internationally, offering mentorship, career advice, and funding to help elevate your music career.
DRM NZ (Digital Rights Management) ensures that your music gets distributed to major platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and more while retaining control of your rights and royalties.
Soundcheck Aotearoa is a unique initiative promoting a safe and inclusive music community. They provide resources and initiatives to ensure that the music industry is welcoming, respectful, and accessible for all artists.
We hope these resources are super helpful. Of course, if you ever have any questions regarding your music you can always email us
info@playitstrange.org.nz and we will do our best to support you in any way that we can.
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