Artist retreat, brat t-shirts, SXSW + more!
SOUND COUNTRY LAUNCH
In July, we released the updated edition of our Sound Country: Green Artist Guide with a celebration at The Lansdowne Hotel, featuring mesmerising performances by Wiradjuri, Yuin and Gadigal artist Nadeena Dixon and ARIA Award-winner Montaigne. Thank you to everyone who came along and celebrated with us!
With a brand new chapter on Green Music Releases and 16 new case studies from the likes of Lime Cordiale, Alice Ivy, Sunny Luwe & Paul Kelly - the Sound Country Guide continues to remain the leading resource supporting musicians and their teams to green their music practice. Explore the interactive map and download your free copy.
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To coincide with the new edition, we also announced the launch of the Sound Country Tertiary Program. The initiative will see us deliver modules on sustainability to music and entertainment business students at tertiary institutions across the country, read more.
The release of the 2024 Sound Country guide is supported by the NSW Government through Create NSW.
NO MUSIC ON A DEAD PLANET
Love music and care about the planet? Our “No Music On A Dead Planet” t-shirts have returned!
After experiencing our second-hottest Aussie winter recorded, there’s no time like the present to remind those around you that there’s no music on a dead planet. These t-shirts are:
- Manufactured on Tmorrow Apparel's Rock Tee
- Made from 100% recycled materials and printed using eco-friendly inks
- 1 tree will be planted for every order thanks to Merch Jungle
- And 100% of the profits from these t-shirts go directly to funding our No Music On A Dead Planet campaign ahead of the federal election.
P.S. Thank you to everyone who showed up to our NMOADP meetup at BIGSOUND and participated in conversations around making our industry greener. It was great to see some new and familiar faces!
ARTIST LEADERSHIP RETREAT
This month, 17 artists and five Green Music facilitators attended the Sound Country Artist Leadership Retreat at Spring Bay Mill in lutruwita/Tasmania!
The four-day immersive environmental leadership program featured a stellar roster of participants from across the country including: Annie Hamilton, Beckah Amani, Camilla Rose Sullivan, Charlie Mgee (Formidable Vegetable), Dale Tanner (Ocean Grove), Didirri, Elana Stone, EWAH, Gailla, Jaida Stephenson (Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers), Myki Jay, Nicole Murphy, Noelani (MONRXE), Stella Donnelly, Sunny Luwe and Tim Shiel.
We can’t wait to see these extraordinary artists channel this experience to create and inspire meaningful change. A big thank you to our wonderful funders, the Water Dragon Endowment, a part of the Community Impact Foundation and the NSW Government through Create NSW.
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SOUND COUNTRY AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT
Based on Yuin country/South Coast NSW, Sam Fletcher is a full-time indie-folk and classic rock musician. Sam champions environmental protection by using his music to create positive change and by organising the event ‘Rock On For Climate Action’. This event was held to inspire hope and drive positive change in combating climate change, while also supporting local climate activism through fundraising for 350.org. Find out more about Sam’s music and activism here.
The release of the 2024 Sound Country guide is supported by the NSW Government through Create NSW.
SXSW SYDNEY
Heading to SXSW Sydney? Find us at our Sound Country: Creating a Green Music Career workshop. We will guide you through our Sound Country: Green Artist Guide, highlighting top tips and advice on waste, transport and music releases, so you can develop an environmentally sustainable music practice that cares for and protects our living planet. See you there!
Date & Time: Thu Oct 17th, 10AM - 11:30AM
Venue: JMC Academy, Student Lounge, 561 Harris St, Ultimo NSW
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We're on the lookout for a passionate Treasurer to join our volunteer board of directors and help us grow! If you love numbers and care about making a difference in the arts and environment, this is a great chance to team up with like-minded folks and make a real impact together. Applications close at 5pm (AEST), 30th Sep 2024.
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IN OTHER NEWS
In collaboration with the Australian Festival Association, we hosted the fifth iteration of the Party with the Planet roundtable series to address the critical issue of climate risks and adaptation opportunities at Australian music festivals. Read more.
Universal Music Australia have committed to a multi-year partnership, supporting our suite of programs aimed at reducing the music sector's environmental impact and promoting regenerative practices. Read more.
Applications for Eco-Anthem are closing soon! This is your chance to make an impact. Win up to £2000, a professional recording in the UK, and reach a global audience. Find out more and enter by 30th September.
EMC have launched their new podcast series: EMCAST. Exploring the dynamic landscape of electronic music, EMCAST engages in a retrospective analysis, comparing the past with the present to discern the changes that have occurred. Listen to Episode 1: The Big Shift of Australian Music Festivals.
Are you passionate about music and dedicated to protecting the environment? Join us as a volunteer and help drive our campaigns forward. Express your interest today!
