Music Directory of NZ

An independent strategic public relations agency. We’ve learned a lot in 30 years. We’ve made mistakes and we’ve learned from them. We’ve also learned from the mistakes of others. Above all we’ve learned about our strengths and our limitations, so we’re now very good at what we do. The formula is simple: Good3. Good people doing good work for good clients. That’s satisfying and sustainable. That’s why we choose to work together. That’s our purpose.

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Crescendo Trust was founded in 2012 by Marcus Powell following the success of his award-winning band Blindspott. Over the past decade, Crescendo Trust has mentored over 3,000 rangatahi and supported their pathways into further education, employment or internships. Crescendo run youth programmes in sound and audio free for young people 15-24, offer 1-1 mentoring or can organise classes for you community group, classroom or alt. education setting.

Contact: info@crescendo.org.nz

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The leading specialist entertainment law firm in New Zealand, Dominion Law acts for a wide range of clients, from internationally successful artists in the music industry, film studios and large media companies, to young bands and first-time film producers. We are primarily commercial lawyers who have particular expertise in the music, film, television and related creative industries.

Contact: reception@dominionlaw.co.nz

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Entertainment Accounting Services offers accounting, taxation and business services specifically for the music and film industry here in New Zealand and overseas, and work with other specialised entertainment accountancy firms based in the United States, Australia and the United Kingdom. We pride ourselves in assisting our entertainment clients so they can focus on their passion, be it as musicians, actors, rock bands, film and video production, record and publishing labels, cameramen, business managers and anyone who works within the music and film industry.

Contact: lynda@entertainmentaccounting.co.nz

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Based in Melbourne, Australia, Media Arts Lawyers is the largest boutique entertainment law firm in Australasia, with offices spanning across Australia and New Zealand. For over 20 years, Media Arts Lawyers has given practical and commercial legal advice to clients throughout the entertainment, media, and creative industries. Acting for high-profile talent and multinational companies alongside emerging and fledgling projects, we set the benchmark for creative strategic legal solutions – no matter the deal size. Our combined experience means that we have the skill, deep networks, lateral thinking, and foresight to achieve the best commercial outcomes for our clients. We don’t just do the paperwork, we think creatively to develop strategic solutions and structure intelligent deals.

Contact: law@mediaartslawyers.com

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Our purpose is to help shape New Zealand’s future. We do this by working alongside our clients, our people, and our communities. We deliver value by listening to our clients to gain a deep understanding of their business and industry, and providing practical and innovative commercial solutions, so they can achieve their business goals. As a leading, full-service law firm, you will have access to internationally recognised, experienced legal and business advisers across a wide range of practice areas and industry sectors.

Contact: enquiries@minterellison.co.nz

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We’re a Canterbury born-and-bred, medium sized law firm punching above our weight. The diverse range of legal minds in situ at Mortlock McCormack Law ensures that we have the knowledge and experience required for any legal job – big or small. We place a high value on people and will do our utmost to protect our relationship with you. We are a socially responsible business, pursuing sustainable business practices and having regard for the environment.Specialist Music Law Advice and Services to Musicians, Labels and Entertainers throughout NZ and Australia.

Contact: law@mmlaw.co.nz

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The Music Production Guild of New Zealand (MPGNZ) is an advisory service founded to assist producers of recorded music and enable them to sustain a long-term careers in the music industry. Think of us as part of your professional toolkit – if you need help with legal questions, advice on a production, or if you want to contact a network of other producers and the wider music industry, we can help. Our aim is to foster a supportive and successful community of music production professionals, and in turn, help champion and grow New Zealand music.

Contact: info@mpgnz.co.nz

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Whakahiato Puoro o Aotearoa – Music enriches Aotearoa. The New Zealand Music Commission Te Reo Reka o Aotearoa is a government funded organisation that promotes music from New Zealand and supports the growth of New Zealand music businesses – both culturally and economically, at home and abroad. The home of NZ Music Month, the Music Commission also delivers contemporary music programmes in schools such as the Musicians Mentoring in Schools Programme; provides music upskilling tools and resources, including the Industry Internship Programme; and runs the international market development and trade show programme Outward Sound.

Contact: info@nzmusic.org.nz

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NZ Musician is a print and online music magazine that deals with music in and from New Zealand. We write about events, gear, industry, news, lessons & more. Full Range of Advice and Implementation Services for Artists within the Music Industry, Including Networking, Career-Guidance, Social Media, and Mentoring.

Contact: richard@nzmusician.co.nz

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Publicity + is a public relations and marketing company specialising in bespoke strategic campaigns. Through our extensive contacts, depth of experience & expertise in publicity campaigns & marketing strategies, we maximise exposure to build the right profile. We have worked with many high profile names including; Lenny Kravitz, Fleetwood Mac, The Who, Bryan Ferry, Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, The Beach Boys, Motorhead, Backstreet Boys, The Count Basie Orchestra, Flight of the Conchords, Slash, Whitney Houston, The Red Hot Chilli Pipers, Boyz II Men, UB40, Lauren Hill, Julian Marley, Ziggy Marley, Arrested Development, Sean Kingston, The Wailers, Chris Brown, plus many more.

Contact: publicity-machine@orcon.net.nz

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When it comes to entertainment law, experience counts. In such a rapidly evolving media and entertainment landscape, only an experienced specialist can offer the type of advice producers, publishers, distributors and creatives need. That’s why we have been solely focused on the media and entertainment industries since we launched in 1989. Our clients are from all sectors of the media and entertainment industries; from individual creatives, talent and management through to major producers and publishers, labels, promoters, distributors, agencies and funding bodies - both national and international.

Contact: melanie@sinclairblack.co.nz

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