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Why become a member?

If you answered yes to any, or all of the following then a First Base Music membership can help you.  

  • Do you want to get a better understanding of the music industry and how it works to help you in your career?
  • Have you ever wanted advice specific to where you are at in your career, whether starting out, getting ready to release your first album/ep or setting up your first tour? 
  • Do you want your music readily available for labels, publishers, managers, agents and others to check out?
  • Have you ever wanted to have your songs put forward for movie soundtracks, ads, game soundtracks but haven't known where to start or how to do it?
  • Have you ever felt frustrated at having to visit dozens of sites to find the information you need?
  • Do you wish you could sell your music - cds or digital downloads - online in Australia and internationally?
  • Do you want to be able to sell your music digitally without giving away the ownership of your songs and recordings?
  • Do you want to be able to have your music "shopped" to industry professionals but be able to leave with no strings attached if you get signed to a label or publisher?
  • Do you want to save money on instruments, recording, photography, cd pressing, accommodation, transport, printing, merchandising?
  • Do you wish you could have your merchandise available for sale in a secure online environment?
  • Have you wanted to network with artists and industry professionals from all over Australia?

 

But I have digital distribution already - how is this going to help?

While it is important to have your music able to be bought by fans, Digitial distribution is only one tool you need as an artist and as such is only one aspect of our site.   Distribution means your music is available for sale. It doesn't mean it will be promoted, or you will immediately generate lots of sales and income.  You need to work out how to promote your music both to fans and industry, how to build a team around you, build multiple income streams, know where to go for information/help, save money on instruments, recording and touring costs and much much more.  First Base Music offer a wide range of assistance and guidance in these and other important areas.

 

How much does it cost and what do I get?

Annual membership is free

Standard membership includes:

  • having your music promoted directly to industry
  • having your songs submitted for movies/television shows/ads etc in Australia, the US and UK
  • having your music available for sale online (both digital download and cd shipment). We sell directly via the site and internationally including Grooveshark.  Additional distribution through itunes and others worldwide can be purchased (see additional services in FAQ) 
  • having your merchandise available for sale online (coming soon)
  • have your music promoted via our online radio
  • having your music actively promoted through our site and through our affiliates here and internationally.
  • regular networking, information sessions and showcasing/gigging opportunities
  • discounts on a substantial range of things including instruments, accommodation, recording studios and transport. Examples include 10% discount on vehicle hire nationally and 10% discount on studio hire. 
  • access to all industry interviews and information including guides on roles within the industry, a calendar of competitions/conferences/showcase opportunities/festivals etc, "how to" guides, grant information, interviews (see Q&A below) and more.  
  • access to our every growing resources listing with links to over 400 individual industry resources including publishers
  • regular Q&A with industry identities.  See an example interview
  • regular networking and showcasing opportunities.
  • Regular newsletters and updates

For more see FAQ and Join pages

 

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