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Independent Music New Zealand

Who are you , and what are you to me ?

What is IMNZ ?
We are the New Zealand voice for independent record labels , self-releasing artists and distributors . IMNZ represents over 200 members . These artists , labels and distributors are producing the best music on the planet – from commercially successful artists to niche music genres .
How do I know if I can join IMNZ ?
Any independent New Zealand-owned label , or a self-released band / musician , can join IMNZ . Just one recorded single released to the public can qualify you as a member .
What does IMNZ do ?
We ’ re pretty busy working to help independent New Zealand artists and labels in every way we can , including …
ADVOCATE
Acting as Indie Music Advocates
IMNZ is involved in advocating the specific interests of its members in relationship to other organisations within the local music industry . We offer member support in national copyright , legislative and related issues ; legal and business affairs guidance , materials and advice ; information and contacts for running a label ; and a range of other support to members on a daily basis .
EDUCATE Going Global Music Summit
IMNZ produces a range of educational seminars for its members throughout the year , covering topics as diverse as record contracts , accounting , music licensing and the digital landscape . Each September , the Going Global Music Summit provides an opportunity to meet with professional music business experts from around the world and gives artists the chance to showcase in front of our international speakers - visit www . goingglobal . co . nz to find out more .
Going Local Nationwide Series
Ever wanted to know more about the music industry – how it works , who to talk to , what you need , why things happen and where you should look for help ? Going Local is a way for you to meet some established people already working in the music industry , who can offer advice and knowledge that will help to answer some of those questions above .
COLLABORATE
International Connections
IMNZ are a proud member of The Worldwide Independent Music Industry Network ( WIN ), the umbrella organisation for independent label associations around the world . We attend international conferences and meetings to find out what ’ s happening outside of NZ , then share that information locally with our members .
CELEBRATE
The Taite Music Prize
The Taite Music Prize recognises outstanding creativity for one New Zealand album each year , regardless of genre , sales or record label . The winner of the 2020 Taite Music Prize was Troy Kingi for his album ‘ Holy Colony Burning Acres ’.
The Weekly Independent Charts and Newsletter
IMNZ produces the Independent Album , Singles and Airplay Charts , highlighting top sellers each week in an informatitve newsletter , including recent news from our member artists and labels .
THAT SOUNDS GREAT .
HOW CAN I JOIN ?
Complete the membership application form online : www . indies . co . nz
@ independentmusicnz @ IndependentMusicNewZealand @ IndiesNZ