Industry Access Music Conference

Get ready for an electrifying experience as the Industry Access Music Conference takes over Studios 301.

Overview

Join us for a jam-packed 2-day mini music conference where you’ll dive into the challenges facing the ever-evolving music landscape. With powerful keynotes, thought-provoking panels, hands-on workshops, networking opportunities, and electrifying artist showcases, this conference is not to be missed.

18-19 February 2023

  • 9:00 am – 5:00 pm AEDT
  • Studios 301
    3b Ellis Ave, Alexandria NSW, 2015
  • $12.25 – $80

Event Programme

Saturday 18th February

9am – 10am

Tunes for Breakfast with JBL  –  Networking Event

Kick off the conference with a networking breakfast surrounded by delegates, attendees, artists and creators, all while enjoying a live DJ set in the Studios 301 lobby

Location: Lobby

10am – 10:45am

Abbey Road Institute Info Session

Meet the team of creatives behind Abbey Road Institute and learn more about studying directly from the epicentre of the music industry with our 1-year Advanced Diploma of Music.

Location: Lobby

10:30am – 12:30pm

Live Recording Workshop

Go behind the scenes and witness a live band recording session, set up and run by the expert engineers and producers at Studios 301.

Hosted by Stefan Du Randt and Jack Garzonio

Location: Studio 1 Control and Live Room

11am – 12:30pm

What Next Music Marketing Panel

What tools and smarts do you need to release music when lots of cash is really not an option? Media, marketing and digital strategy are pivotal to any career in the music business. Hear the different recipes for the “secret sauces” from those in the know. 

  • Stuart Coupe (Laughing Outlaw)
  • Jeremy Hutton (Triplespeak) 
  • Karen Lee Goody (Entertainment Consulting) 
  • Geoff Trio (Code One Music / Interface Blue)

Location: Lobby

12:30pm – 1:30pm

Networking Lunch Break

Location: Courtyard

1:30pm – 3pm

State of Play

Join a thought-provoking panel discussion as industry experts reflect on past challenges and predict the future of the music industry amidst disruption and a constantly evolving landscape in the face of Covid.

Host: Karen Lee Goody (Entertainment Consulting) 

Panellists:

  • Ciaran Gribbin (INXS / Rock and Roll Team Building)
  • Ian Smith (Aus Venue Co)

Location: Studio 1 Live Room

Introduction to Music Mastering

Step into the world of mastering with Harvey O’Sullivan, Studios 301 mastering engineer, in the custom-built mastering suites as we demystify the mastering process.

Host: Harvey O’Sullivan 

Location: Mastering Suite 2

2pm – 3:30pm

Femme Force at 301: Women in Music

Femme Force podcast host Isabella Loong speaks with a panel of engineers and producers about their diverse careers in studios, sharing insight as female music creatives.

Moderator: Isabella Loong

Panel:

  • Michelle Barry
  • Dom Parker
  • Kristel Morin

Location: Studio 1  –  Control room

3:30pm – 5pm

Keynote: Peter Noble OAM (CEO Bluesfest / Music Promoter)

Explore the thoughts of industry veteran and Byron Bay Bluesfest mastermind Peter Noble in a thought-provoking keynote discussion on the music industry.

Hosted by Stuart Coupe

Location: Studio 1 Live Room

5pm – 8:30pm

301 Social  –  Industry Access Showcase event 

Come join us for an evening of networking, creative inspiration and delicious food and drinks at our official Industry Access Music Conference Social Event 

Featured artists:

  • As Seen On TV (5.00pm – 5.30pm)
  • Ben Leece (5.45pm – 6.15pm)
  • Mr Rhodes (6.30pm – 7.00 pm)
  • Jordan Kenny (7.15pm – 7.45pm)
  • Ruu. (8.00pm – 8.30pm)

Sunday 19th February

10am – 10:30am

Abbey Road Institute Info Session

Take a deeper dive into the curriculum at Abbey Road Institute and learn more about studying directly from the epicentre of the music industry with our 1-year Advanced Diploma of Music.

Location: Studio 1 Control Room

10:30am – 12:30pm

Music Production Workshop 

Join Producer Jess Des in exploring the process of transforming artists’ ideas and vision into a finished song using Pro Tools & Ableton.

Hosted by Jess Des (Producer Studios 301 & Trainer @ Abbey Road Institute)

Location: Studio 1 Control Room

Keynote – L-FRESH The Lion

Join us for a thought-provoking discussion with ARIA-nominated South West rapper L-FRESH the Lion. He will be sharing his journey in the music industry and his approach to building a sustainable career as an artist. 

Moderated by Ruu.

Location: Studio 1 Live Room

12:30pm – 1:30pm

Tunes for Lunch with JBL – Networking Event

Networking BBQ surrounded by delegates, attendees, artists and creators, all while enjoying a live DJ set in the Studios 301 lobby

Location: Courtyard

1:30pm – 3pm

Ray Beadle Guitar Workshop: Tasman Guitars 

Hosted by Ray Beadle

Location: Studio 1 Live Room

Remixing Workshop

Abbey Road Institute Trainers Ryan Collings and Dave Truong will take you through an exciting remixing workshop inside Studio 1. This is a chance to gain valuable knowledge from 2 veterans of the industry and check out the array of equipment they’ll bring along.

Hosted by Ryan Collings & Dave Truong

Location: Studio 1 Control Room

Midknight Snack Podcast – Live Studio Recording 

Midknight Snack Podcast – Australia’s tastiest podcast, bringing you Aussie music, good conversation and all things juicy in the culture. 

Hosted by: Lolli and Ruu. 

Location: Lobby 

3:30pm – 5pm

APRA AMCOS 101

Join a ‘101’ information session covering what APRA AMCOS is, what these organisations do, how to get the most out of your membership, and, of course, how they support you and your musical endeavours.

Hosted by Nikki Tuckwell, National Education and Outreach Representative

Location: Studio 1 Live Room

Mixing & Production in Hip Hop – Getting songs finished

Hear from Studios 301 mixing engineer Nicolas Mendoza speak about elevating your mixing and production skills working in Hip Hop and R&B! In this workshop, you’ll see the professional techniques and strategies he uses to set his music apart whilst collaborating with artists.

Location: Studio 1 Control Room