APRA Split Changes, Steve Judd Podcast, Music Super & more!

Jul 13

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G'day Friends!

Tom Wilson, Manager of The Hen House here,
Hope you've all been doing your best to keep dry during these first days of winter.

Remember, always back your car up in front of either roller door to unload! We always want our bands to keep their gear dry and out of the rai, so this winter remember to back up, drop off and park!

I've found a few watches, reads and listens for you all this week, so scroll on down and check it out.

Everyone gets a feed on a Saturday!

APRA Proposes New Distribution Split

Big news in the live performance camp! APRA is proposing a new distribution practice for promoted concerts, which would lift the rate of royalties passed on to the headliner, and reduce the cut earned by the support acts. The organisation is switching to a new 80/20 split in favour of the headliner, for those concerts in Australia and New Zealand that are licensed by APRA - currently, the split is roughly 66/33 in favour of the headline act vs. support act. Reps for APRA point out its system “is inconsistent” with the split applied by international groups, where the “overwhelming majority” of performing right organisations distribute on a basis of 90/10. You can check out more here!

Musicians and Superannuation - What Do You Need to Know?

Sometimes running your music as a business can be a headache, and if you're getting to the point of having to pay band members superannuation - it can get even more complicated! Thanks to Kylie at Sorrento Strategic Accounting - you can attend this killer workshop and get it all figured out. Even if you're just starting to set your band up as a business, you'll find out everything you need to know!

The Butch Vig Interview

If you're looking for something to kick your feet up to, check out this great interview with producer/musician/legend Butch Vig. Best known for his work as the producer of Nirvana's "Nevermind," Vig has also produced albums for a diverse range of artists, including Smashing Pumpkins, Garbage, and Foo Fighters. With a career spanning several decades, Vig has established himself as one of the most talented and versatile producers in the industry - so if you're a fan of him, the bands, or looking for a bit of inspo - check it out here!

Steve Judd on The Downbeat Podcast!

Always been a big fan of this podcast, and a couple of weeks ago they dropped an epsiode with our mate Steve Judd from Karnivool! side from holding the Hen House record for the most 3-pointers in a row, he's also an amazing drummer and an even better dude. Check out this rad interview where they dive into all things drums, Australia, and Karnivool.

Well friends, that's me for this week!
Stay safe and have a yourself lovely weekend,
Tom

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