FUSE 2010
Source: Peta Spurling-Brown, Shane Shepherd, Fuse Festival
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LATEST NEWS:
Published online 22 February 2010
FUSE 2010... IT’S THE FINAL COUNTDOWN!
Fuse Festival 2010 is on once again with a stellar line-up of speakers and bands that you won’t want to miss!
This year Fuse will deliver another explosive show designed to put a smile on your dial. Australia’s longest running music conference and festival featuring what we believe is our strongest line-up of ‘EXPLODE!’ opening night bands ever (Wed 24 Feb) including Hungry Kids of Hungary, The Swiss, The Paper Scissors, The Beards and many more! Gates open 7pm. Tickets are just $10 presale call 1300 374 643.
Night two’s live showcase ‘IGNITION’ (Thurs 25 Feb) will feature over 70 bands across 20 venues in Adelaide’s CBD including The Shiny Brights, The Touch, Move To Strike, Like Leaves and many more. For fans there is still time to purchase a limited run of ‘GOLD PASS’ wristbands that gives the wearer access to both nights of music for just $30 call 1300 374 643 to get your ticket now.
Fuse Festival’s two day music business conference will have you networking and learning from the worlds best known music industry insiders including speakers from Triple J, Universal (MUSE, Radiohead), Big Day Out, Bluesfest, The Great Escape, Mushroom Music, Premier Artists, Ivy League Records (Josh Pyke, The Mess Hall) and many more. There are only a limited number of Conference Tickets left get yours now by calling 1300 374 643.
FOR ALL TICKETS (EXPLODE, CONFERENCE OR THE APRA SONGWRITING MASTERCLASS) CALL 1300 374 643 OR GO TO www.FUSEFESTIVAL.COM
Fuse Festival: Music Industry Conference & Showcase Festival will be held at Palace Nova Cinemas, Rundle St Adelaide Thurs 24 – Fri 26 Feb. APRA songwriting and management masterclasses held at Carclew Youth Arts Centre Wed 24 Feb. Opening night EXPLODE! showcase held at Rymil Park Wed 24 Feb. IGNITION showcases in over 20 venues across Adelaide CBD Thurs 25 Feb.
NEWS STRAIGHT FROM FUSE:
Published online 18 February 2010
With T-minus 7 days until FUSE blasts off, everyone here in the office is abuzz with excitement (or maybe that's just the copious amounts of caffeine...) EXPLODE!'s triple j Unearthed artist (Kingfisha...more on them tomorrow) has been announced, flights have been booked, posters are cropping up all over town, and masterclass tickets are selling like hotcakes.
If you haven't already got your EXPLODE! tickets, drop what you're doing, grab your nearest shoe phone, and dial 1300 FRINGE (1300 374 643). Or head on over to www.fusefestival.com , click on the shiny 'Buy Tickets' button, and while you're at it, check out our band and speaker bio's and start planning your itinerary – trust me, you'll need one!
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FUSE FEATURE SPEAKER – NICK FINDLAY
triple j's Nick Findlay doesn't just look the part (though he does pull off the trilby and monotone scarf quite well) – he's a modern day radio veteran, working around the traps since he was a wee 16 year old lad. His years spent in community radio have since paid off, in the form of triple j's Assistant Music Director gig. And just as well – according to Nick, if he weren't working his toosh off for the nation's hottest radio station, he'd be spending his time listening to new music, scouring blogs for tip offs, watching gigs in hazy bandrooms, and whatever else comes with an intense passion for music. At least this way he gets paid for it.
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FUSE FEATURE ARTIST – THE SWISS
In a time when everyone who isn't Crookers is claiming to be a "disco act", there is an insurmountable wash of pretenders. Adelaide trio The Swiss, however, are a legit live disco band whose existence is based entirely on flavour and good times rather than the Cobra Snake and fitted caps. (NERDY BIT: They are a band who are getting Giancarlo Meo tattoos rather than looking up Giorgio Moroder best-of tracklists).
Off the back of a packed-out Laneway appearance, and the highly-anticipated release of their Bubble Bath EP, The Swiss are preparing to assault audiences with their intergalactic grooves at next Wednesday's EXPLODE! showcase, 7pm onwards in Rymill Park. We'll be challenging you to stand still once these guys get the beats flowing.
NEWS:
Published online 12 February 2010
12 Days til blast off! FUSE starts with a bang Wednesday 24th of February. We've got 12 of the hottest bands from SA and interstate playing for your listening pleasure at EXPLODE! from 7pm. And how much will this MASSIVE event set you back? A measly $10*!!!! BUT WAIT THERE'S MORE! (see what I did there?) Our Gold Pass Wristband gets you into EXPLODE! on Wednesday night and into UNLIMITED IGNITION Venues on THURSDAY Night…FOR ONLY $30!
More good news! If you are registered for the Conference, EXPLODE! is included in your registration!
All tickets available through Fringe TIX 1300 FRINGE (374 643) www.fusefestival.com
For full line-ups head to www.fusefestival.com
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WRITE SONGS LIKE ESKIMO JOE
"The Fuse Songwriting Masterclass has changed the way I write songs. It was really inspiring learning from world-class songwriters… worth every penny". Attendee 2009
Be inspired by Steve Parkin, the Western Australian Songwriter that co-wrote the last two Eskimo Joe albums, at our Songwriting Masterclass. By Steve's side will be ARIA nominated Singer-Songwriter Jen Cloher and South Australian songwriting guru Pete Arthur. The Masterclass is conducted in an intensive small group of 15, allowing attendees individual attention from these masters.
FUSE Presents APRA Songwriting Masterclass Wednesday 24th February 1-4pm Tickets $230* available from Fringe TIX 1300 FRINGE (374 643) or www.fusefestival.com or contact Peta for group bookings on
(08) 8100 2011
*Presale only
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MISSED OUT ON PLAYING AT IGNITION?
You can still make the most the great list of speakers we have coming to Adelaide by attending the FUSE Music Industry Conference. Network and learn from key figures in the music industry including Universal, Warner Chappell (UK), The Mushroom Group, MGM, triple j, The Great Escape, CMJ (US) and many, many more. FUSE is the most affordable Music Industry Conference of it's kind in the world, so even if your budget is tight, sending even one member of your band is a great investment! See what Jeremy Wright from The Sundance Kids had to say about FUSE Music Industry Conference:
"Sometimes it pays to be in the right place at the right time.
With so many industry people from all over the world coming to Adelaide, Fuse is definitely the place to be".
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FEATURED SPEAKER
Jon Mcildowie
Promoting gigs since the age of 16, Jon worked his way to Head Promoter of the UK's Barfly Club, booking acts such as The Cure, Razorlight, and The Libertines. These days, Jon works as Promotions Director, booking tours and festival appearances for the MAMA Group, which includes Franz Ferdinand, Kaiser Chiefs, Dido, Crystal Castles, and more. Jon has also developed initiatives with media partners such as MTV and NME and commercial sponsors such as Levis and Red Stripe. In 2006 Jon jointly founded The Great Escape Festival and Convention. Jon comes to Fuse to share his experience and expertise at the Management Masterclass, as well as speaking on the "Touring & Supports", "International" panels and "triple j Listening Panel".
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FEATURED BAND
Foxx On Fire
"Finishing the night with a bang was the big label A&R's wet dream, Foxx on Fire. Give them a few years and they'll be sharing stages with The Rapture and Bloc Party..... Foxx on Fire are going to be big." - Inpress Magazine
If ever there was a band for dancing to, it's Melbourne's Foxx On Fire. They're synth-based Dance-Rock with a non-stop party attitude.
Foxx On Fire play the EXPLODE! Showcase in Rymill Park on Wednesday February 24, and Ignition Showcase with Move To Strike and Lyla in Arcade Lane on Thursday February 25.
Catch both shows (and more!) with your Gold Pass Wristband for only $30 from www.fusefestival.com
NEWS:
Published online 3 February 2010
FUSE ANNOUNCES 2010 SPEAKERS
Adelaide is a music industry Mecca and here’s proof!
Just take a look at the massive line-up of music industry professionals who will be flooding town between Wednesday 24 – Friday 26 February for this year’s FUSE Festival. To begin with, we’re shipping in some internationals from the US and the UK – the world’s official musical capitals.
Big names include Tom Foster (UK) of Warner Chappell where he is responsible for securing film and TV opportunities for acts such Goldfrapp, MUSE, Radiohead and Elbow. Hopping on the plane with him will be Jon McilDowie (UK) of Great Escape/Barfly fame, during his time he has been head promoter and booked acts such as The Cure, Razorlight, The Libertines and Franz Ferdinand. Rev Moose (US) of CMJ is also on board, heading down under to share his entrepreneurial expertise, Moose successfully redeveloped the CMJ brand as a relevant entity in the digital era. As vice president of content at CMJ Network, he oversees North America’s leading source for emerging music. Also making the jet-lagging journey from the motherland is digital music technology wunderkind and forward thinker Mark Meharry (UK) who is the co-founder of world-renowned company Music Glue.
But that’s only the start of the industry talent who’ll be making their way to Adelaide in February. The national delegates are just as important, in fact this year’s FUSE is hosting the best Australian line-up of conference speakers to date
Ed St John is President and CEO of Warner Music where he works with artists including Red Hot Chili Peppers, Madonna, Gnarls Barkley, Kylie Minogue, Muse, Panic At the Disco, Eskimo Joe, Linkin Park, The Veronicas, Green Day and Lisa Mitchell. For the last ten years Ed has been the Chairman of the ARIA Awards and the ARIA Hall of Fame.
John Woodruff of JWM Productions has had an extensive career in the Australian music business over 4 decades. His new brash styles markedly changed the face of the business in Australia. In recent years he was inducted into the ARIA Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The bands with which he has had an affiliation with include include The Angels, Icehouse, Cold Chisel, Savage Garden and Baby Animals.
Famous music writer/blogger Christie Eliezer of Billboard/BRW is Special Projects Editor for “Beat” Magazine in Melbourne, and syndicates a weekly music industry column which is acclaimed by UK publication “Music Week” as one of the Top 10 blogs in the world.
Catherine Haridy made the move to the other side of the negotiation table after working in A&R for both Festival Mushroom Records and Warner Music and hasn’t looked back. Now as an Artist Manager her stable includes Eskimo Joe and Bob Evans among others.
In excess of 45 industry experts from all walks of Australian and international music industry will be in attendance. From Triple J’s Assistant Musical Director Nick Finlay, to big label Marketing Director Luke Bevan of Universal Music fame, Chris Maund of Ivy League Records home to the likes of Josh Pyke, The Mess Hall and The Vines, and booking agent extraordinaire John Sinclair of Premier Artists we’ve got them all and they’re going to be an absolute goldmine of knowledge for the next crop of Aussie bands who will be in attendance.
Conference Tickets are onsale now so head to www.fusefetival.com or call Fringetix on 1300 374 643 before they sell out.
FUSE ANNOUNCES MASTERCLASSES FOR 2010
Back by popular demand FUSE will run its Songwriting and Management Master Classes on Wednesday February 24th. The Masterclass program is conducted in small groups in an intensive and fun way that allows you to learn direct from the best songwriters and managers in the country.
Management Masterclass
Moderated by Gordon Anderson (Music SA) featuring - Jon Mcildowie (UK), Rev Moose (USA), Mark Meharry (UK), Ian Johnsen (UK), Cath Haridy (Aus) & Vicki Gordon (Aus).
Topics include Management Career Development, Artist Career Development, Strategic Planning, Tour planning PLUS a special 1 hour session by Vicki Gordon on marketing your music to the mainstream!
Songwriting Masterclass
This year’s songwriting masters are Jen Cloher, Steve Parkin & Peter Arthur.
Learn techniques that will take your songs from good to great, writing for television and radio, common mistakes and pitfalls, overcoming writers block and much more.
So, put simply, if you write songs or manage a band then the FUSE Masterclasses are a not to be missed opportunity!
FUSE & TRIPLE J UNEARTHED
Triple J Unearthed and Fuse Festival are offering one band in the ROOTS genre the opportunity to strut your stuff in front of some of the world's leading reps. Your prize includes airfares from anywhere in Australia, 2 nights accommodation, and entry to the conference. You'll also be playing at the EXPLODE! showcase on Wednesday February 24th. EXPLODE! is Fuse Festival’s export-ready showcase featuring Australia’s finest band’s and solo performers ready to be catapulted on to the world stage. To be in with a chance you just need to have your tracks uploaded (not live), on the site before Sunday 14th February - midnight with ROOTS selected as one of your genres.
http://www.triplejunearthed.com/
NEWS:
Published online 27 January 2010
FUSE ANNOUNCES KEYNOTE SPEAKERS & KEYNOTE PANEL
Fuse Festival 2010 is the best opportunity for emerging Australian Bands to meet up with the world’s leading music industry talent.
John Woodruff and Ed St John have been confirmed as keynote speakers at the 2010 FUSE music business conference on 25 & 26 February. Scott Hicks will participate in a keynote panel called Song to Screen with music supervisor Bernard Galbally & musician Jethro Heysen Hicks, moderated by Iain Shedden.
John Woodruff – Thursday February 25th 10am
John Woodruff’s extensive career in the Australian Music Business spanned over 4 decades and began in Adelaide as the Managing Director of The Sphere Organisation, which at its peak managed 12 local bands. His founding of the Dirty Pool Management Company saw his new brash style markedly change the face and practices of the business in Australia. In recent years he was inducted into the ARIA Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and awarded the Order of Australia Medal for his efforts in mentoring young musicians in this nation. The bands with which he has had an affiliation over the years include, The Angels, Icehouse, Cold Chisel, Savage Garden and Baby Animals.
Ed St John – Friday February 26th 11am
Since 2001, Ed St John has been the Chairman of the ARIA Awards and the ARIA Hall of Fame. In January 2005 he became President and CEO of Warner Music after managerial stints at both Sony Music and BMG, before their merger. And in April 2008 he was appointed Chairman of ARIA, the Australian Recording Industry Association. But before all of that, he stepped into the music industry as a freelance writer for Rolling Stone Australia in 1977.
From Song to Screen – Keynote Panel – Thursday February 25th 10.55am
Fuse is proud to present an innovative panel titled Song to Screen where we pair the film director Scott Hicks (Kino Films) with the music supervisor Bernard Galbally (Mana Music) and musician Jethro Heysen-Hicks (Mayfield) of four of the tracks in his new movie The Boys Are Back. The panel will be moderated by Iain Shedden from The Australian and will focus on the journey a song takes from inception to synchronisation. Why is it there, how is it chosen and what does it mean to the movie!
“At Fuse Festival Australian bands have a unique opportunity to hear from Music industry insiders which is the best way to get your band out of the garage and into the tour bus.” Event Director Alistair Cranney said.
The FUSE music business conference on the 25th and 26th of February involves two days of panel discussions, interviews, talks involving a wide variety of music industry professionals.
The live showcase program is a must see kicking off with EXPLODE! on 24th February where 14 acts across two stages will bring Rymil Park alive. Don’t miss Hungry Kids Of Hungary, The Swiss, The Paper Scissors and Foxx On Fire and many more! On 25th February more than 50 bands in 20 venues will play at IGNITION!
News:
Published online 14th January 2010
EXPLODE! SHOWCASE LINEUP ANNOUNCED
You’ve made it through a dozen Christmas BBQs and survived record summer heat it's now time to announce FUSE 2010’s opening night extravaganza known as EXPLODE!
This year FUSE intends to deliver another explosive show designed to put a smile on your dial. Australia’s longest running music conference and festival featuring what they believe is the fest's strongest line-up of EXPLODE! opening night bands ever.
In keeping with Fuse Festival’s tradition of presenting Australia’s most dynamic emerging acts they couldn’t be prouder to announce Hungry Kids Of Hungary along with Adelaide’s own The Swiss heading up an all star contingent of bands from across the nation.
This year’s EXPLODE! will feature not one but two stages, doubling its live music program. Fans can expect to see some of the country's best new bands showcasing themselves in the lush green surrounds of Rymill Park, Adelaide.
“The atmosphere on opening night is always amazing and the shorter sets (20mins) means bands play hard start to finish... to see fifteen national bands for only $10 is just unheard of - tickets will definitely sell out,” Event Director Alistair Cranney said.
So from all at FUSE to music lovers everywhere here are the dazzling opening night artists:
While the mention of their name often invokes raised eyebrows and amused smiles among the uninitiated, Brisbane four-piece Hungry Kids of Hungary produce music that inspires equal measures of curiosity and joy. Forming in March 2007, the band have wasted no time in carving out a name for themselves in the Australian music scene, helped along by airplay on Triple J and shows and snagging shows on the BIG DAY OUT tour. Their song ‘Scattered Diamonds’ has already become the feelgood hit for the summer and saw the guys hit the road with upstarts, Philadelphia Grand Jury, Washington and Bertie Blackman. Hungrier than a hungry hippo there is no stopping them and you can catch them live at FUSE 2010...
The Swiss are a legit live disco band whose existence is based on entirely on flavour and good times rather than the Cobra Snake and fitted caps. The EP “Movements” is testament to what lies at the core lifestyle of The Swiss: crisp and snappy drums that cause pregnancies, quicksand lazer-sludge bass, dizzy pops & flourishes, melody rays and synthesised strings that glide on the thermal currents of life. A first-class ticket aboard the Jam Express, all the way to Jam Central, Jamsville, the Jamniverse.
Since their formation in 2006, Foxx On Fire have supported the likes of Midnight Juggernauts, Art vs. Science, Lost Valentines, Grafton Primary and Bluejuice. Their past singles ‘Polizia’ and ‘Mission Abort’ have been Clips of the Week on Rage TV. They have also dazzled audiences reaching the finals of MTV kickstart.
Formed in 2005, The Beards have gained a rapidly expanding cult following, and the combination of a relentless touring schedule and dedicated efforts in expanding their endeavours has seen the band gain a strong interstate and global fan-base. The band’s list of high-profile shows include the Adelaide Big Day Out; support shows with Tripod, 80s childhood icon Peter Combe and UK comedian Stephen K Amos. These guys will make you laugh, and make you want to grow facial hair... even if you’re female.
Every once in a while an artist emerges from the underground with an integrity and talent that guar-antees their longevity. Adelaide MC and producer Delta is one such artist. His life has been shaped by his long standing commitment to hip hop culture. As winner of countless freestyle MC battles, he has forged an identity as a formidable lyricist and crusader for the elevation of MCing as an artform. Having performed with some of the greatest artists on the planet including Grandmaster Flash, Run DMC, Jurassic 5, Handsome Boy Modelling School you can expect nothing but a world-class performance from this one man army.
A young energetic indie band with insightful songs wide in scope: quiet ambient sounds, epic build ups, breakdowns, light, shade, delicate and intense.The Medics have garnered acclaim in their hometown of Cairns, far north Queensland and are rapidly gaining a reputation across Australia for their epic, emotive songwriting style delivered through intense live performances with such bands as The Grates, Faker, Blue King Brown, Scribe, Kisschasy.
In 2008 Skye Harbour released their debut EP Houses, winning themselves not only a solid fan-base but also the MTV Kickstart Award. Touring solidly for the past year and playing with some of Australia’s best artists, the band have released their next single “Further Away” receiving airplay nation wide.
Bridging the generational gap between 70s and 80s nostalgia and more contemporary indie-pop, Jimmy & The Mirrors songs contain a lyrical sensibility that is sincere and mature, creating a style of music that is as infectious as it is meaningful, and they have a killer live show to boot!
The Killgirls are a synth heavy, indie grid-rock affair from Adelaide. “...great energy - reminded me of Midnight Juggernauts but a hell of a lot more pumped up…” Nick Findlay, Triple J
Move To Strike are a high-energy post-punk union of big guitars, catchy hooks, driving backbeats with sampled and electronic elements. 2010 will see this band bring their debut EP ‘Arms to a national audience.
TICKETS
CALL 1300 374 643 (1300 FRINGE)
OR ONLINE www.FUSEFESTIVAL.COM
ALL AGES
Fuse Festival’s ‘EXPLODE!’ opening night showcase is for All Ages. All patrons entering the site must have a valid ticket.
News:
Updated 6th January 2010
LAST CHANCE! IGNITION REGISTRATIONS DEADLINE EXTENDED
Due to a response from bands that venues have been as rare as hen's teeth, FUSE has decided to extend the deadline for IGNITION Registrations until WEDNESDAY 6TH OF JANUARY!
To help you in your search for a venue the FUSE team encourages you to think outside the box. The list of venues on our official website is constantly updated, but is only a suggestion. Anywhere can become an IGNITION Venue, in the past we have even had bands put on their own stage in the Light Square!
Many venues will be booked for the Adelaide Fringe, but you may be able to negotiate a time-slot before or after a Fringe show.
News:
Published online 16 December 2009
Confirmed Speakers for 2010
Some exciting names have been revealed on our list of special guest speakers for 2010. Catherine Haridy, Manager of Eskimo Joe & Bob Evans, and Gregg Donovan, Manager of Grinspoon, Josh Pyke & Airbourne, are just some of the names on the list that includes representatives from big names in the music biz including, Warner Chappell, Universal Music, Mushroom Publishing.
For a full list of speakers confirmed so far visit the website: www.fusefestival.com
IGNITION Registrations
With registrations closing TODAY (WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 16), venues are booking up fast! Click here for a table of venues and their current booking status, updated daily!
FUSE will be running a short info night MONDAY DECEMBER 14 for IGNITION artists. We'll explain the process, how to get the best out of the Showcases and the Conference plus there'll be a chance for Q&A and cheap beverages!
Venue TBA. To register your interest contact peta@fusefestival.com or call us on 81002011.
Conference Registrations -NOW OPEN
If you’re more of a behind-the-scenes kind of music lover, don’t forget to register for the FUSE Music Industry Conference. It’s two days of keynote addresses, panel discussions, round table discussions as well as opportunities to meet key people from the Australian and international scene. Download a registration pack from the website.
News:
Published online 9 December 2009
FUSE 2010 - DISCOUNT TICKETS FOR MUSIC SA/AUSMUSIC BANDS
After 13 years FUSE has decided to make its Music Industry Conference even more accessible with a massive 20% OFF Conference Registrations. Music SA listed bands can now attend FUSE 2010, Wed 24th – Fri 26th February for less.
“This really does reflect our ongoing commitment to developing the music and film industry in South Australia. FUSE’s program for 2010 will be our best yet in terms of content and the calibre of guest speakers and our ever popular VIP networking events are also invaluable for emerging bands wanting a ‘leg up’ in the industry.” Shane Shepherd, Event Manager for FUSE Festival said.
More on FUSE 2010 - Music Industry Conference and Showcase Festival:
FUSE is a three day Music Industry Conference and Showcase Festival. It combines two nights of the best new music from across the country, two days of informative interviews, talk and seminars from the industry’s leading professionals and one day of Masterclasses for managers and songwriters.
The FUSE Music Industry Conference features keynote addresses, panel discussions, round table discussions as well as opportunities to meet key people from the Australian and international scene. IGNITION is the FUSE Festival’s Thursday night showcase of over 70 bands in 20 venues.
FUSE Festival are pleased to offer Music SA bands (listed in the Artist Directory ** ) a 20% discount off the IGNITION or Conference registration fee.
** MusicSA artist listings are free, and open to any South Australian based musician / band. Get listed here>>
REGISTRATIONS FOR ‘IGNITION’ LIVE SHOWCASE CLOSE DECEMBER 16TH, SO GET IN FAST!
STANDARD CONFERENCE REGISTRATIONS ARE OPEN NOW!
Visit www.fusefestival.com for more info or contact the FUSE office info@fusefestival.com Or call 8100 2011.
News:
Published online 18 November 2009
ARE YOU READY FOR FUSE FESTIVAL 2010?
The longest running festival of its type in Australia, FUSE will be hosted on 24th-26th February in and around Adelaide's CBD. Now in its 13th year, FUSE has grown into a truly national event and the presence of key music industry figures and musicians from around the globe has grown FUSE's reputation as a must-attend event for anyone serious about a career in the music industry.
FUSE 2010 will feature 3 days of seminars, talks, round table discussions and songwriting and management master classes with the industry's leading professionals. In addition to two nights of FUSE Live gigs - EXPLODE and IGNITION - jam packed with the best in new music from across the nation.
They've just launched an awesome looking brand new website where you can keep up to date with all you need to know about the FUSE Festival. www.fusefestival.com
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ATTENTION ALL BANDS! REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW OPEN FOR IGNITION!!!
IGNITION is an open-access event with over 60 national bands participating across 20 venues across the Adelaide CBD. Over 3,000 music fans attended the event this year. In 2010, IGNITION will be bigger and better than ever due to the increasing number of high quality of bands that register ever year.
Artist registrations close on 16th December so get in fast! http://fusefestival.com/?page_id=192
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IT'S ALL ABOUT NETWORKING!
The FUSE Music Industry Conference features keynote addresses, panel discussions, round table discussions as well as opportunities to meet key people from the Australian and international scene. Early Bird registrations are now open and places are limited so don't miss out. Download your FUSE 2010 Registration Pack now: http://fusefestival.com/?page_id=178
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WANT TO WORK FOR FUSE?
FUSE is in need of volunteers to help out in the lead up to and during the festival. So if you want to get a foot in the door of the music industry here's your chance! Download your application form here: http://fusefestival.com/?page_id=478
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ASK AL!
Need some advice about the Music Biz? Want to get the lowdown from someone in the know? THEN JUST ASK AL! Send your questions into info@fusefestival.com with 'Ask Al' in the subject and FUSE's Event Director Alistair Cranney will respond to the best questions in each edition of FUSE News. You don't know if you don't ask!
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Don't forget to stay tuned to www.fusefestival.com for all the latest info on FUSE Festival 2010!
