FRIENDS OF AIR!

We are excited to announce that we are officially 'Friends of AIR' (Australian Independent Record Labels Association).

To celebrate this partnership, we are offering all AIR Members a free one hour legal session. Just click here to read about the offer.

AIR is a non profit, non government association dedicated to supporting the growth and development of Australia s independent recording sector. AIR represents Australian owned record labels and independent artists based in Australia.
AIR's primary purpose is to foster an increasing marketplace for Australian independent music and assist in the long-term development, growth and success of Australia 's independent recording industry.

To find out more and to become a member, head to the AIR website.

MUSIC INDUSTRY LEGAL PACK

AMIN (Australian Music Industry Network) has released a great free legal package containing fact sheets and checklists to equip local artists and industry folk with some of the basic legal knowledge.

"Covering everything from management contracts to producer and remixer agreements, these fact sheets and checklists are aimed at equiping artists with some of the basic legal knowledge they need to deal with an increasingly complex industry'(AMIN).

Remember these fact sheets don't substitute for real legal advice but are a good way to get your head around confusing legal issues!

To view or download head to the AMIN website here.

2011 SO FAR!

It's been a busy few months here at Darren Sanicki Lawyers. 

Early this year we welcomed solicitor Ben Strong to the firm. Admitted to practice in 2004, Ben joins Darren Sanicki and Jennifer Tutty at the firm after a recent full time lecturing role at Victoria University.  Ben has taught and researched extensively in the fields of media law, intellectual property law, and internet and telecommunications law. He also provides ongoing legal training sessions to community radio broadcasters 3RRR and 3CR.

In addition to being a lawyer, Ben is also an accomplished musician with a wealth of music industry experience. Currently a member of the band Gosteleradio, Ben has previously been in bands that have signed to “majors”, toured nationally, played festivals and released records independently.

Ben can be contacted at ben@dslawyers.com.au

February saw Darren, Jen and Ben jet-set to Fuse Festival in Adelaide. Darren spoke on the Management…If You Build It They Will Come! panel with some of Australia's leading managers including Philip Stevens, Gregg Donovan, Bill Cullen and Catherine Hardy giving the audience a point to point guide on how they would work with a new band. A must for any manager or self managed artist. 

The FReeZACentral mentoring program has kicked off for another year. Darren is once again a mentor and looks forward to passing on his music industry advice and knowledge to his newest mentee Liam Dixon. We look forward to meeting Liam here in the office. 

We are also happy to welcome an array of new client's to the family including  360 Agency, the lovely Bertie Blackman, Australia Got Talent winners Justice Crew, indie record label Two Bright Lakes, Australian Burlesque Festival, Mexican restaurant Mamasita (nominated for best new restaurant in The Age Good Food guide 2011), Xelon Entertainment and up and coming young artists Gold Fields. 

Check out Justice Crew doing what they do best!