MusicNSW

MusicNSW With Artists. For Culture. From the Ground Up.

We're the peak body for contemporary music in New South Wales - here for the artists, communities and music businesses that make this state's culture what it is. We show up for musicians at every stage and advocate for sustainable local music scenes, with the wellbeing of artists at their centre.

02/06/2026

LAST CHANCE: APPLY NOW!

Artists in Kiama – don’t miss this incredible opportunity to sit in on a one-off discussion, where Jervis Bay Studios’ and Lily Richardson of will get into what it takes to ensure your music is ready for release.

If you’re wanting to understand more about royalties, distribution, EPKs and having a release plan that works, this event is for you!

Applications close TOMORROW – get yours in at the 🔗 in bio.

📅 Sat, 27 June, 10 - 1pm
📍Finding Fillmore’s, Kiama

01/06/2026

🗣️ APPLICATIONS CLOSE THIS WEDNESDAY

Artists in Mullumbimby – don’t miss this incredible opportunity to sit in on a one-off masterclass, where singer-songwriter & engineer Jan Muths of will walk through the recording and releasing journey of Emily’s #1 ARIA Country charting and acclaimed album ‘Two Black Horses’.

If you’re wanting to understand how to record, produce and release your own music independently, this masterclass is for you. Come prepped with questions to pose to Emily and Jan, and leave with a clearer understanding and even more confidence on how to record and release music regionally, and on your own terms.

Applications close this Wednesday – get yours in here: https://www.musicnsw.com/events/from-studio-to-stream

📅Thur, 25 June, 6 - 8:30pm
📍Mix Artist Studio, Mullumbimby

🛎 Playlist update!Listen to some recent releases by artists from Sydney & surrounds, curated by MusicNSW Program Manager...
29/05/2026

🛎 Playlist update!

Listen to some recent releases by artists from Sydney & surrounds, curated by MusicNSW Program Manager, Caitlin McGregor.

Featuring:
3vergard, thatboykwame, Salty, EGOISM, Our Mutual Friend, Hannah Brewer, August Lawrence & Tishyst, Arky Waters, Becca Hatch, DEVAURA, Djanaba & Akala Newman, Cberry Rype, blair romance & Bren, DAN+EE, binsad, The Slims, holding, Marcus Whale, Jake Jepson and REDEYE & xmunashe.

Check it out at here: https://lnk.to/sydneysounds

📸: 3vergard by Kai Salvador

27/05/2026

🔷 NEW WAVE: COMMUNITY IN RESISTANCE 🔷

In a digital-first world, building real community on your own terms takes intention - and a willingness to do things differently. This event is about exactly that.

Join us at and hear from Western Sydney artist & .noise on how they’ve built community on their own terms - and what that’s meant for their music and freedom as artists. Then, attend a hands-on workshop led by designer & screen-printer Kels Tran (), where you will learn how to burn your own CDs.

If you are an emerging, independent artist or producer, a DIY record label or an independent music collective, this workshop is for you!

An official ‘COMMUNITY IN RESISTANCE VOL. 01’ compilation CD will be created on the day. If you’re an artist and would like your music to be considered for feature, find more details on how to submit your music here: https://www.musicnsw.com/events/community-in-resistance

📅Sat, 27 June, 12 - 3pm
📍Arts & Cultural Exchange (ACE), Parramatta

26/05/2026

🔷 NEW WAVE: ROOM TO RECORD 🔷

Not sure when to DIY, when to collaborate, and how to create re
recordings that genuinely represent you?

Don’t miss this opportunity to head into the studio with Alister Wright () and inside real-world recording processes that can apply at home and in the studio. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to get the most out of sessions, and learn how to make recordings that are not just technically “correct”, but feel true to you.

If you are an emerging, independent artist or producer or a home recording enthusiast looking to level up your skills, this workshop is for you!

Spots are limited – apply now here: https://www.musicnsw.com/events/room-to-record.
Applications close Wednesday, 3 June.

📅 Weds, 24 June, 12 - 6pm
📍The Pinshed, Stanwell Park

🗣️WE’RE HIRING 🗣️MusicNSW is on the hunt for a highly skilled Strategic Communications Manager to develop and deliver Mu...
26/05/2026

🗣️WE’RE HIRING 🗣️

MusicNSW is on the hunt for a highly skilled Strategic Communications Manager to develop and deliver MusicNSW’s communication and engagement strategies. The successful candidate will have expertise in strategic communications and marketing, an understanding of the independent contemporary music ecosystem in Australia, established music industry networks, and an editorial communications approach.

Apply now or share with someone who’d be perfect for the role!

📅 Applications close: 5pm AEST, Tuesday 16 June 2026

Find more info on how to apply here: https://www.musicnsw.com/news/were-hiring-strategic-communications-manager

25/05/2026

🔷 NEW WAVE: THE ART OF THE MIXTAPE 🔷

DIY releasing isn’t just about skipping the middleman. It’s about making something tangible, building a community around it, and deciding for yourself what your music means.

Come along to .studio and join the discussion at this three-part workshop that focuses on the importance of sustaining DIY music culture. You’ll hear from DJ and radio host .wav () on curation as culture and the value of collaboration; Jack Wotton (.records) on DIY principles and physical releasing as creative resistance and local artist on what it actually looks like to navigate the independent music landscape on your own terms.

The night will end with food, drinks and a moment to connect with each other.

If you are an emerging, independent artist or producer, a DIY record label or an independent music collective, this workshop is for you!

Spots are limited – register here: https://www.musicnsw.com/events/the-art-of-the-mixtape

📅Weds, 24 June, 6 - 9pm
📍Rikota Studios, Marrickville

🛎 Playlist update!Listen to some releases by artists from the Southern Tablelands, Highlands, Shoalhaven & surrounds, cu...
22/05/2026

🛎 Playlist update!

Listen to some releases by artists from the Southern Tablelands, Highlands, Shoalhaven & surrounds, curated by your Regional Coordinator Sam Rees.

Featuring:
Timëa, Anthony Snape, Isy Cappo, Mariah K, The Condiments & Ferrari Party.

Check it out here: https://tr.ee/UYOu_Uiib2

📸: Supplied by Timëa

22/05/2026

🔷 NEW WAVE: OWN YOUR SETUP 🔷

Looking to elevate your recording setup? Want to learn the fundamentals of capturing high-quality sound in the comfort of your own home? This hands-on masterclass will take you through everything you need to maximise your results when DIY recording.

Come along to where music producer & composer will walk you through the foundations of a DIY home recording setup. Bring any pressing questions to pose to Gregg and leave feeling ready to refine your own home studio space.

If you are an emerging, independent artist or producer – this workshop is for you!

Spots are extremely limited for this event – apply now here: https://www.musicnsw.com/events/own-your-setup
Applications close Wednesday, 3 June.

📅Sat, 27 June, 12 - 3pm
📍Eastern Riverina Arts Station, Wagga Wagga

Aftercare is how artists step out of the algorithm and back into their bodies, their values, and their creative centre. ...
21/05/2026

Aftercare is how artists step out of the algorithm and back into their bodies, their values, and their creative centre. Without it, the cycle repeats: digital burnout, avoidance, loss of confidence, or feeling disconnected from the work itself.

Check out our downloadable resource on avoiding digital burnout here: https://www.musicnsw.com/resources/how-to-avoid-digital-burnout

📸 by Jazel Jozic ()

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