Published Thursday, 07 June, 2007 at 10:09 AM
Premier and Minister for Trade
The Honourable Peter Beattie
QUEENSLAND TALENTS ROCK MUSEXPO IN LOS ANGELES
Licensing deals, movie placements for songs and interest from major labels are some of the successful outcomes for Queensland musicians and representatives who showed off their talents at MUSEXPO in Los Angeles, from April 29 to May 2.
Premier and Minister for Trade Peter Beattie congratulated Pete Murray, Tyrone Noonan and Transport, whose attendance at the expo was funded by the State Government, for successfully representing the Queensland on the international stage and for helping Brisbane live up to its reputation as one of the world’s top five music cities.
“Each of the acts performed evening showcase concerts in front of some of the world’s most influential music industry decision-makers, radio programmers and tastemakers, and film and television music supervisors,” Mr Beattie said.
The Premier said the Queensland artists were also interviewed and appeared live on local radio station Indie 103.1FM. Top producers and executives also attended a Queensland reception which included an informal showcase by Brisbane band Dead Day Sun.
“Queensland remains as committed as ever to raising the profile of our artists across the globe having assisted 10 acts through MUSEXPO since it started in 2005,” Mr Beattie said.
“The Government’s partnership with MUSEXPO organisers A&R Worldwide has proved a solid strategic move, establishing MUSEXPO as a valuable platform for Queensland musicians to further US contacts and develop export markets.
This is the third consecutive year the Government has provided funding for Queensland acts to attend and perform at MUSEXPO.
“Since 2005, Queensland’s talents have notched up a number of successes through MUSEXPO,” Mr Beattie said.
The outcomes include:
• Resin Dogs (first participated in 2005) – invited to rock the prestigious Californian Coachella Festival in 2008.
• Hydrofunk Records (2007) – signed a worldwide digital agreement.
• Pete Murray (2007) - performed for executives at Touchstone Pictures Studios, offered endorsement by Gibson Guitars. Invited to appear at 2008 Canadian Music Week, and drew interest from several North American labels.
• Transport (2007) – signed up by LA-based agents TKO. Recorded a live set for airplay and sale to mobile networks, cable TV, and podcasts. Secured licensing and representation for their album The Inner Chimp in Canada with Kindling Music/SonyBMG. Invited to showcase at Canadian Music Week.
• Intercooler (2005) - landed three licensing deals, including a US Volvo ad, placement on TV show Degrassi High, and a song for the movie I told you so, due for release in the US shortly.
• Q Music’s Big Sound conference (2005) - to sign partnership agreement with Canadian Music Week, and further develop business ties with LA-based A&R Worldwide to raise Big Sound’s international profile.
Arts Minister Rod Welford said his department was pleased again to provide funding support for the artists to travel to MUSEXPO this year.
“Queensland has developed a reputation for professionalism and great musical talent, and now enjoys significant market advantage,’’ Mr Welford said.
“Brisbane, in particular, has a growing reputation as one of the top contemporary music cities in the world – a title which was recognised earlier this year by respected US industry magazine Billboard.”
Media Contact: Premier’s office 3224 4500
7 June 2007
Premier and Minister for Trade Peter Beattie congratulated Pete Murray, Tyrone Noonan and Transport, whose attendance at the expo was funded by the State Government, for successfully representing the Queensland on the international stage and for helping Brisbane live up to its reputation as one of the world’s top five music cities.
“Each of the acts performed evening showcase concerts in front of some of the world’s most influential music industry decision-makers, radio programmers and tastemakers, and film and television music supervisors,” Mr Beattie said.
The Premier said the Queensland artists were also interviewed and appeared live on local radio station Indie 103.1FM. Top producers and executives also attended a Queensland reception which included an informal showcase by Brisbane band Dead Day Sun.
“Queensland remains as committed as ever to raising the profile of our artists across the globe having assisted 10 acts through MUSEXPO since it started in 2005,” Mr Beattie said.
“The Government’s partnership with MUSEXPO organisers A&R Worldwide has proved a solid strategic move, establishing MUSEXPO as a valuable platform for Queensland musicians to further US contacts and develop export markets.
This is the third consecutive year the Government has provided funding for Queensland acts to attend and perform at MUSEXPO.
“Since 2005, Queensland’s talents have notched up a number of successes through MUSEXPO,” Mr Beattie said.
The outcomes include:
• Resin Dogs (first participated in 2005) – invited to rock the prestigious Californian Coachella Festival in 2008.
• Hydrofunk Records (2007) – signed a worldwide digital agreement.
• Pete Murray (2007) - performed for executives at Touchstone Pictures Studios, offered endorsement by Gibson Guitars. Invited to appear at 2008 Canadian Music Week, and drew interest from several North American labels.
• Transport (2007) – signed up by LA-based agents TKO. Recorded a live set for airplay and sale to mobile networks, cable TV, and podcasts. Secured licensing and representation for their album The Inner Chimp in Canada with Kindling Music/SonyBMG. Invited to showcase at Canadian Music Week.
• Intercooler (2005) - landed three licensing deals, including a US Volvo ad, placement on TV show Degrassi High, and a song for the movie I told you so, due for release in the US shortly.
• Q Music’s Big Sound conference (2005) - to sign partnership agreement with Canadian Music Week, and further develop business ties with LA-based A&R Worldwide to raise Big Sound’s international profile.
Arts Minister Rod Welford said his department was pleased again to provide funding support for the artists to travel to MUSEXPO this year.
“Queensland has developed a reputation for professionalism and great musical talent, and now enjoys significant market advantage,’’ Mr Welford said.
“Brisbane, in particular, has a growing reputation as one of the top contemporary music cities in the world – a title which was recognised earlier this year by respected US industry magazine Billboard.”
Media Contact: Premier’s office 3224 4500
7 June 2007