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Summer’s fast approaching, which, after a hugely successful move to the warmer part of the year last fest, now means it’s WAM Festival time.

The WAM Festival holds an important place in the Perth calendar with its unique mix of industry recognition (WA Music Awards), the sharing of ideas and knowledge (WA Music Conference), international exchange (Singapore WA Music Exchange/SWAM), and showcasing the best of WA talent (Saturday Spectacular, Opening Party, Festival Sideshows and more).

The WAM Festival coalesces the WA music industry, irrespective of genre, role or degree of success, into three nights and two days of busy celebration and collegiate exchange. 2014 will be no different with 140 artists or bands showcasing in 17 venues, 54 conference industry expert conference speakers from all over the world gathered to dispense limitless advice, and 35 awards given out to WA’s finest talents.

As always, these events cannot happen without assistance and sponsorship, and the major supporter of the WAM Festival this year is again the City of Perth. To the City of Perth, the Department of Culture and The Arts and all the WAM Festival partners, I say thank you; not just from WAM but from the broader music industry and the music loving public, who are the ultimate winners from the WAM Festival.

Participate. Celebrate. Learn. Dance. Enjoy the 2014 WAM Festival.

MIKE HARRIS WAM Chief Executive Officer

WAM is all about celebrating WA music, so this year the live music aspect of the WAM Festival is all about celebrations. The Opening Party will be just that – a party with some of the hardest working and hardest rocking bands Perth has to offer. Then, due to popular demand, the WA Music Awards have returned to Capitol, with the Craft Awards also happening outdoors in the afternoon, and then the festivities continuing into the early hours with two official After Parties.

The fest winds up with the epic Saturday Spectacular, featuring the first ever WAM Festival Block Party. All this, plus some incredible Sideshows programmed to provide targeted showcases covering hip hop, metal, punk, jazz, indie pop and more, all new free benefits of purchasing a WA Music Conference pass. With a new, condensed and focused approach to live music showcasing this year, it promises to the best value, best quality, best fun and most valuable festival yet!

GREG SANDERS WAM Festival Coordinator

This year’s WA Music Conference is all about providing exposure for WA’s emerging artists and entrepreneurs through facilitating real opportunities and connections. We’ve curated a program featuring over 50 speakers from across Australia and the globe, who will be sharing their expert knowledge and offering insights into everything from DIY touring, income streams, social media and more. Conference goers also receive exclusive free access to unique one-on-one meetings with speakers and rare radio pitching sessions, plus free entry to all festival events and sideshows. There’s really no better way to get your live music fix, rub shoulders with the industry’s brightest and take your music industry knowledge to the next level. As this year’s WA Music Conference Coordinator, I’m incredibly excited about the opportunities on offer in 2014!

CLAIRE HODGSON WAM Membership & Industry Development Officer

CONTENTSWA Music Conference program 4-10 and networking sessions

Singapore WA Music Exchange 11 Launch and Showcases

WAM Festival Opening Party 12-13

Official Sideshows 14-15

WA Music and Craft Awards, 16-20 nominations and After Parties

KISS My WAMi compilation 21

Saturday Spectacular and 22-25 WAM Festival Block Party

Venues map 26

WAM Membership info 27

Thanks to our partners! 28

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Friday 7 - Saturday 8 November, 9.30am - 4pm Central Institute of Technology Perth Campus, Building 1, Francis St Entrance

After huge leaps forward last year, the WA Music Conference is now officially the must attend event whether you’re a band member, producer, manager, music student, industry professional, booker or even just a curious fan. With 54 industry expert speakers, attendance is essential for anyone wanting to take their music career to the next level.

Tickets: Second release via Moshtix til 5pm Thurs 6 Nov $160 for WAM members | $200 non-members plus BF.

Door Price: $250+BF.

WA MUSIC CONFERENCE PASSES INCLUDE:

FREE ENTRY to WAM Festival Opening Party, WA Music Awards, After Parties and WAM Festival Sideshows (including Blood Rock Fest, The Ellington Jazz Showcase, Coast 2 Coast and Stormrider).

Priority Saturday Spectacular and Block Party entry, VIP drinks at the Singapore WA Music Exchange Launch and more.

TICKETS ALSO INCLUDE...

FREE 1-ON-1 SPEED DATING/RADIO PITCHING SESSIONS

21 speakers have also been confirmed for unique one-on-one 15-minute speed dates to help dispense focused advice to advance your music career, exclusively now available for WA Music Conference pass holders to book for free.

Conference tickets will also give attendees the opportunity to apply for the rare opportunity to pitch their music in person to triple j’s Assistant Music Director Nick Findlay, again a free benefit.

For more info on both of these incredible opportunities, head to:

wam.org.au/industry-speed-dating-sessions/

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TICKETS Earlybirds via moshtix til 5pm Fri 10 Oct. Full prices thereafter. Passes include one-on-one networking sessions, all panels, priority entry to all WAM Festival events (incl. Saturday Spectacular and Block Party), and FREE entry to all ticketed events (incl. Opening Party, WA Music Awards) and sideshows (incl. Blood Rock Fest, Coast 2 Coast, The Ellington Jazz Showcase, Stormrider & more).

www.wam.org.au

FRI 7 – SAT 8 NOVEMBERCentral Institute of Technology (CIT) Perth Campus | 9.30am - 4pm

WAM is supported by the State Government through the Department of Culture and the Arts, and is assisted by the Australian Government through the Australia Council, its arts funding and advisory body.

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FRIDAY 7 NOVEMBER

REGISTRATIONS OPEN FROM 8:30AM

WELCOME ADDRESS: WAM CEO MIKE HARRISTime: 9:30 – 9:35am Room: Lecture Theatre

KEYNOTE: IAN JORGENSENTime: 9:35am – 10:30am Room: Lecture Theatre

New Zealand-based Ian “Blink” Jorgensen is a trailblazer, from venue owner to founding Camp A Low Hum and Square Wave festivals, publishing books on global DIY touring and producing numerous music related projects spanning video, photography and record releases along the way. Ian will share his unique insights into why the old music industry models are failing and his solutions for the way ahead.

Interviewer: Scott Fitzsimons [The Music]

ANCIENT LANGUAGES, NEW MUSICTime: 10:30am – 11:15am Room: W134

WA has the privilege of laying claim to a hugely diverse number of indigenous nations and language groups. Our panellists uncover some of the inspiring music being made in these contemporary indigenous music scenes and discuss the powerful relationship between traditional language and new music.

Panellists: Gina Williams, Candice Lorrae [Abmusic], Guy Ghouse, Bryte MC.

Moderator: Bel Skinner [RedRock Music]

WHO YOU KNOWTime: 10:30am – 11am Room: W121

Whether networking is a daunting experience for you or you think you do it well, these expert panellists come with a truckload of advice to truly master this fine art of developing new contacts and opportunities at home and in new territories.

Panellists: Esti Zilber [Sounds Australia], Mark Spillane [Bespoke Touring], Reggie Ba-Pe [S.T.D./Arcade/Arkham/R3]

Moderator: Larry Heath [The Au Review]

DISTRO BISTROTime: 11am – 11:40am Room: Lecture Theatre

Having a handle on distribution networks is the key to any successful music release and our experienced panel unpacks the differences between major vs indie label distribution, plus how planning a DIY release is now easier than ever in the online space. A buffet of more music distro food for thought than you could possibly consume!

Panellists: Heath Bradby [Warner Music Australia], Julia Wilson [Rice is Nice], Lorrae McKenna [Remote Control], Phil Stevens [Jarrah Records]

Moderator: Mike Tucak [creative|legal]

DIY: TOURING THE WORLD Time: 11:55am – 12:40pm Room: Lecture Theatre

Touring internationally, and even nationally, is often thought to be an opportunity only economically viable to those who have experienced commercial success. However, this session will give you the tools, no matter how well known you are (or aren’t), to conquer the world, touring DIY style.

Panellists: Damian Cunningham [Live Music Office], Ian Jorgensen [A Low Hum], Bridget Turner

Moderator: Matt Johnson [Walking Horse Music]

LUNCH 12:40PM – 1:10PM

FAME GAME Time: 1:10pm – 1:50pm Room: Lecture Theatre

Achieving fame seems the benchmark of success for many musicians, but is fame all it’s cracked up to be? Featuring an all-star cast of musicians, hear some of the strange and funny stories resulting from rising stature and fandom, its potential impact, managing band egos, and, ultimately, how should you really be measuring success.

Panellists: Gina Williams, Stu MacLeod [Eskimo Joe], Rob Nassif [Gyroscope/The Hen House], Andy Rantzen [Itch-E and Scratch-E/Australia Council]

Moderator: Heath Bradby [Warner Music Australia]

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MEET THE BOOKERSTime: 2pm – 2:45pm Room: Lecture Theatre

Let’s face it, it can be bloody hard work to crack the east coast as a WA act, unless you’ve got unlimited access to free flights… Booking agents can be the vital missing link to boosting your career, but how do you get one? Luckily we’ve brought them over here, with reps from some of Australia’s finest booking agencies offering advice on what they look for in artists and also what they can (and can’t) offer once an act joins the roster.

Panellists: Katie Rynne [Select Music], Jordan Campbell [The Harbour Agency], Tom Johannesen [New World Artists], Andy Gumley [Village Sounds]

Moderator: Jake Snell [Monster Management]

APRA AMCOS SONGWRITER SPEAKS: KAV TEMPERLEY (ESKIMO JOE)Time: 3pm– 4pm Room: Lecture Theatre

Presented by APRA AMCOS, Songwriter Speaks allows aspiring songwriters to gain unique insights into songwriting from some of Australia’s most successful musicians. At this special WA Music Conference event, lead singer of Eskimo Joe, Kav Temperley, opens up to Em Burrows about his approach to songwriting, which has won his band 8 ARIAs.

Interviewer: Em Burrows [RTRFM/Rock Scholars]

SATURDAY 8 NOVEMBER

KEYNOTE: ABBE MAYTime: 9:30am - 10:15am Room: Lecture Theatre

WA singer-songwriter extraordinaire Abbe May has consistently impressed with her unique and varied approach to music making. Philosophical as ever, Abbe shares her thoughts and experiences regarding the path to success and the creative process, as well as offering personal perspectives on how WA musicians can build sustainable careers whilst still being based in one of the most isolated capital cities in the world.

Interviewer: Bob Gordon [X-Press Magazine]

CANADIAN MUSIC WEEK SPOTLIGHTTime: 10:30am – 11am Room: Lecture Theatre

Canadian Music Week is featuring a “Spotlight on Australia” in 2015, meaning there will be even more opportunities for Australian artists to secure an invitation to perform at the coveted music export event. To tell you everything you need to know about the week and how to maximize your chances of being selected, CMW’s Festival Programmer John Kastner beams in.

Panellists: John Kastner [Canadian Music Week] *skype

Moderator: Esti Zilber [Sounds Australia]

ASIA: NEW MARKETSTime: 11:15am – 12pm Room: Lecture Theatre

Asia offers a myriad of increasing opportunities for musicians, from touring to festival showcasing, music exchanges and innovative ways of reaching new fans. Be on the pulse of what’s been happening in music markets across the region and how to take advantage of changing trends and opportunities.

Panellists: Glenn Dyson [Soundworks], Reggie Ba-Pe [S.T.D./Arcade/Arkham/R3], Danny Estrin [Voyager/Estrin Saul Lawyers]

Moderator: Johnny Au [The Au Review]

MONEY TALK$Time: 12pm - 12:45pm Room: W134

Making the most of revenue streams is the foundation of any successful music business or act, and the most successful ones are those that think outside of touring and record boxes. Find out how to capitalise on various less traditional income streams, from grant funding to syncing, crowdfunding, ghostwriting and more.

Panellists: Clive Hodson [Perfect Pitch Publishing], Michael Szumowski [Alberts], Hayley-Jane Ayres [Cool Perth Nights], Stephen King [Media Arts Lawyers], Andy Rantzen [Australia Council]

Moderator: Scott Adam [CIT]

INDUSTRY EXCLUSIVE: FARUGI LAUNCH Time: 12pm - 12:30pm Room: W121

New WA-based online music platform Farugi connects independent artists with their fans, providing artists and audiences an innovative opportunity to stream, download, buy merchandise and watch videos. Join the Farugi team as they walk you through their exciting platform, officially launching at the WA Music Conference.

Presenters: Anthony Manning-Franklin & Laith Tierney [Farugi]

LUNCH 12:45PM – 1:15PM

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SINGAPORE WA MUSIC EXCHANGE (SWAM)A collaboration with Singapore’s Timbre Group, the SWAM program evolves, with three of Singapore’s finest musical exports having been selected to this year showcase their wares in multiple performances.

SWAM SHOWCASEThursday 6 November, 4pm - 7pm Universal Bar, Northbridge Free Entry

Providing the perfect warm-up for the WAM Festival Opening Party, the official SWAM Showcase kicks off the entire fest on Thursday from 4pm at the Universal Bar, with all three Singaporean acts performing in a FREE ENTRY show, and with everyone invited. Free VIP drinks for WA Music Conference speakers and delegates will also help set the festival off on the right foot.

SIDESHOWSIf ticketed shows, all free for WA Music Conference pass holders

Playing dynamic rock ‘n’ roll, funk, soul, pop and tropical (plus sporting moppish hairstyles and retro outfits) The Pinholes join the epic Saturday Spectacular Block Party line-up, plus play a cheeky set at Devilles Pad on Friday 7 Nov.

Having opened for acts as diverse as Katy Perry, Vampire Weekend and Macy Gray, unique indie-rocker (and FHM “100 Sexiest Women” list-maker) iNCH. adds new appeal to the Saturday Spectacular, and supports Our Man In Berlin’s CD launch at The Astor Lounge Friday 7 Nov.

The iTunes chart topping post-hardcore rock group Villes bring the noise to one of the many official WAM Festival Sideshows, the epic Blood Rock Fest at the Rosemount Hotel on Saturday 8, and also supporting east coast heavy hitters Trophy Eyes when they play Leederville HQ Friday 7 Nov.

ALL THINGS EQUAL?Time: 1:15pm - 2pm Room: Lecture Theatre

From Redfoo grinding scantily clad females in X Factor to an AMID Power 50 sausagefest, you don’t have to look far to realize sexism is still rife in the industry. But this is just one of many inequalities and issues our panel will assess, discussing how far the music industry has come, where we’re at, and how to contribute to a more ethically positive and attitude-changing future.

Panellists: Bailey Lions [Lionizer], Kat Murphy [Retro Robot Services], Luke Rinaldi [Sweet Mate Promotions], Evie Lavers [Boomtick]

Moderator: Adam Trainer [Curtin University/RTRFM]

MAKING WAVESTime: 2:15pm – 3pm Room: Lecture Theatre

Getting heard is now easier than ever, in theory. It’s also easier than ever to get lost in the noise, and this session investigates how to create a strategy to increase your chances of radio airplay, including the increasingly important role your online presence plays in standing out, from triple j Unearthed to blogs.

Panellists: Nick Findlay [triple j], Adam Christou [RTRFM], Matt Johnson [Walking Horse Records], Monique Rothstein [Positive Feedback]

Moderator: Aarom Wilson [WAM/Aaromedia]

DIGITAL D.I.Y.Time: 3:15pm – 4pm Room: Lecture Theatre

With so many options to promote your music online it can be hard to know where to start, let alone how to maximize your results with minimal time. Offering insights into latest social media trends and a range of strategies to improve your presence online, this session will click for both digital beginners and buffs alike.

Panellists: Alex Paioff [Pilerats], Yvette Myhill [AAM], Larry Heath [The Au Review], Lorrae McKenna [Remote Control]

Moderator: Scott Fitzsimons [The Music]

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WAM FESTIVAL OPENING PARTYThursday 6 November, 7pm - 1am The Bakery, Northbridge

TIX: $15 from nowbaking.com.au and moshtix | $20 door sales. Or FREE ENTRY for WA Music Conference pass holders.

Kicking off the local WAM Festival calendar of events with a bang is a huge line-up of WA acts with PhDs in rockin’ out. Covering a diverse range of the rock’n’roll spectrum, these party professionals have all been nominated for 2014 WA Music Awards, and almost all feature on this year’s KISS My WAMi compilation CD. In other words, these really are some of the best WA has to offer, making this showcase a glimpse of the future, dripping with fun.

Fait: 2014 WAM Award nominations: Most Popular New Act.

Hideous Sun Demon: 2014 WAM Award nominations: Most Popular New Act. Featured on 2014 Kiss My WAMi compilation.

Mt Mountain: 2014 WAM Award nominations: Most Popular Live Act and 2014 Breakthrough Artist. Featured on 2014 Kiss My WAMi compilation.

Pat Chow: 2014 WAM Award nominations: 2014 Breakthrough Artist, Best Rock Act and Best Drummer (Jamie Gallacher). Featured on 2014 Kiss My WAMi compilation.

Tired Lion: 2014 WAM Award nominations: Most Popular Live Act. Featured on 2014 Kiss My WAMi compilation.

Scalphunter: 2014 WAM Award nominations: Most Popular Music Video (There Will Be Change), Best Rock Act and Best Punk/Hardcore Act. Featured on 2014 Kiss My WAMi compilation

Usurper of Modern Medicine: 2014 WAM Award nominations: Most Popular Music Video (Motorolla Borealis) and Best Album (Omniliberation) and Best Bassist (Steven Aaron Hughes). Featured on 2014 Kiss My WAMi compilation.

DJ Jamie Mac – Amplifier’s resident DJ will keep the party jammin’ between live sets.

And don’t forget there’s the free entry SWAM Showcase party featuring three of Singapore’s finest at Universal Bar from 4-7pm to get started even earlier!

OPENING PARTY THURS 6 NOVEMBER, 7PM - 1AM | THE BAKERY

Feat. Mt Mountain, Usurper of Modern Medicine, Scalphunter, Tired Lion, Pat Chow, Hideous Sun Demon,

Fait and DJ Jamie MacTICKETS $15 from www.nowbaking.com.au and moshtix | $20 door tix if available.

Or FREE ENTRY for WA Music Conference pass holders.

www.wam.org.au


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SHOWCASES WAM FESTIVAL SIDESHOWS

FEATURING

BRYTE CHEKID DAZASTAH PORSAH LAINE

In Conjunction with WAM

-SONG COMPETITION-

OPTAMUS (BEAT SET)

COMPLETESEASTA CHANI

ADAM CROOK (HOST)DJ JAMU

DOORS OPEN 8pm - $15 presale $20 on the DoorTickets on sale at - nowbaking.com.au

SYLLABOLIX & SOUND MAGNETIKS PRESENT

THE ’COAST 2 COAST’ TOURFEATURING

BRYTE CHEKID DAZASTAH PORSAH LAINE

SATURDAY 8TH NOVEMBER @ THE BAKERYSTORMRIDERFriday 7 November, 7:30 - midnight The Civic Hotel, Inglewood

Cutting the metal knife through a huge cross-section of heavy tastes, Stormrider brings you the best in local power, thrash, traditional and progressive sounds in a new-fangled night of hardcore rockin’ from fave local nobles Claim The Throne, Silent Knight, Cold Fate, Tempest Rising and Drown The Faith to celebrate the launch of their new CD compilation.

BLOOD ROCK FESTSaturday 8 November, 7pm - 1am Rosemount Hotel, North Perth

Catch over 20 bloody rockers in an epic showcase of punk, hardcore, heavy and even acoustic sounds from the likes of touring acts Dead City Ruins, Ben David and Child, who will be joined by local legends Chainsaw Hookers, Billings Method (reunion), Flowermouth, Nevsky Prospekt, The Bob Gordons, Blackwitch, Emu Xperts and many more spread over two stages!

ELLINGTON JAZZ SHOWCASESaturday 8 November, 7pm - 1am The Ellington Jazz Club, Perth

Whether you’re a jazz expert or simply curious, be sure to catch the world conquering Sarah McKenzie, who will be accompanied by a selection of Perth’s finest jazz talent to promote her new release on ABC. A not-to-be-missed event for all music enthusiasts.

COAST 2 COASTSaturday 8 November, 7pm - 1am The Bakery, Northbridge

If hip hop’s yo’ game then it’s time to get down to this showcase of some of best rappers and beat producers this city harbours. Putting the Syllabolix crew front and centre, catch Dazastah, Layla and Porsah Laine, plus Sound Magnetiks members Bryte and Chekid and many more!

OFFICIAL SIDESHOWSVarious Venues FREE ENTRY for WA Music Conference pass holders. Tickets also sold separately.

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WA MUSIC AWARDS

WA MUSIC AWARDSFRIDAY 7 NOVEMBER | CAPITOL

7pm - Midnight. Hosted by Tomás Ford + Special Guests

Feat. performances by

Sable and Timothy Nelson & The InfidelsTICKETS $15 through Oztix and moshtix. $20 door tix if available.

Or FREE ENTRY for WA Music Conference pass holders.

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WA MUSIC AWARDSFriday 7 November, 7pm - 12am Capitol

Presented by

TIX: $15 from nowbaking.com.au and moshtix | $20 door sales. Or FREE ENTRY for WA Music Conference pass holders.

After the WA Craft Awards outdoors fun finishes, this year’s WA Music Awards dishes out the accolades and good times for industry and music lovers alike at Capitol, presented by TheMusic.com.au. The WA music industry’s night of nights is hosted by the unpredictably zany Tomás Ford and special industry guests from across the country, plus live sets from Sable and Timothy Nelson & The Infidels to maximize the party vibes. Whether you’re there as a nominee or punter, this year everybody’s a winner.

WA MUSIC AWARDS AFTER PARTIES Friday 7 November, 11pm - 2am The Bakery and Devilles Pad

TIX: FREE ENTRY for WA Music Conference pass holders or WA Music Awards attendees | Plus door tix if available.

When there’s a big celebration to be had, it’s only natural there will be a strong desire for serious after party action. WAM’s given this appropriate consideration and have teamed up with two of WA’s most iconic music venues to host the official WA Music Awards After Parties, yet another new FREE ENTRY benefit for all WA Music Conference pass holders or WA Music Awards attendees.

Once the WA Music Awards have all been handed out, you can head to the 2014 WAMi Best Venue–nominated The Bakery to catch DJ Beryl Streep (aka Scarlett Stevens from the 2014 nominated San Cisco) spinning her fave tunes ’til late, while the more devilishly inclined can keep the party going at Devilles Pad with the best rock, rattle and roll DJs our fine city has to offer.

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PUBLIC VOTED AWARDSPresented by The Music

MOST POPULAR ACT Presented By City Of PerthJohn Butler TrioPondSan CiscoTa-kuThe Love JunkiesTimothy Nelson & The Infidels

MOST POPULAR LIVE ACT Presented By The Rosemount HotelMt. MountainPond The Kill Devil Hills The Love JunkiesTimothy Nelson & The InfidelsTired Lion

MOST POPULAR NEW ACT Presented by Sunset EventsCoin BanksDream RimmyFaitHideous Sun DemonMethyl EthelSlumberjack

MOST POPULAR EVENT Presented by Music FeedbackCamp DoogsCircoHidden Treasures In The PinesSt. Jerome’s Laneway FestivalState Of The Art

MOST POPULAR VENUE Presented By DiskbankAmplifier / CapitolMojo’sThe BakeryThe BirdThe Odd FellowThe Rosemount

MOST POPULAR MUSIC VIDEO Presented by Shiny RabbitBoys Boys Boys! - We Like To MoveJohn Butler Trio - Only OneMoana - The Killer, My GirlSable - Foolin’Scalphunter - There Will Be ChangeUsurper Of Modern Medicine - Motorolla Borealis

INDUSTRY AWARDS

GOLDEN WAMi Presented by City Of PerthAndrew RyanBob GordonJodie ReganLuke RinaldiPeter Barr

BEST ALBUM Presented by AlbertsJohn Butler Trio - Flesh & BloodPond - Hobo RocketTimothy Nelson & The Infidels - Terror Terror, Hide It Hide itUsurper Of Modern Medicine - Omniliberation

BEST SINGLE Presented by MRAJohn Butler Trio - Only OneKUČKA - UnconditionalSable - Feels So GoodThe Love Junkies - Chemical Motivation

2014 BREAKTHROUGH ARTIST Presented by Central Institute Of TechnologyCoin BanksLower SpectrumMt. MountainPat ChowSable

MANAGEMENT AWARD Presented by Central Institute Of Technology Jacob SnellJodie Regan Luke Rinaldi Matt Johnson

MEDIA AWARD Presented by Worldwide Printing SolutionsBob Gordon (X-Press Magazine)Daniel Cribb (The Music)Peter Barr (RTRFM)Simon Collins (The West Australian)

GENRE AWARDS

BEST ROCK ACT Presented by triple jPat ChowPondScalphunterThe Kill Devil HillsThe Love Junkies

BEST PUNK / HARDCORE ACT Presented by MoshtixChainsaw HookersGrim FandangoLeechesScalphunterVanity

BEST METAL / HEAVY ACT Presented by Earache RecordsChaos DivineClaim The ThroneForstoraPuckVoyager

BEST URBAN ACT Presented by The Poster GirlsAmani ConsortBryte MCCoin BanksMathasOdette Mercy & Her Soul Atomics

BEST ELECTRONIC ACT Presented by X-Press MagazineBasic MindKUČKA Lower SpectrumMei SaraswatiSlumberjack

BEST EXPERIMENTAL ACT Presented by X-Press MagazineDecibelEleventeen EstonKUČKA Mei SaraswatiMudlark

BEST WORLD MUSIC ACT Presented by Fairbridge FestivalFormidable Vegetable Sound SystemGina Williams & Guy GhouseGrace BarbéThe Weapon Is Sound

BEST JAZZ ARTIST Presented by Perth Jazz Society & The EllingtonBen VanderwalDaniel SusnjarJamie OehlersTom O’Halloran

BEST FOLK ACT Presented by Media Arts LawyersDavid CraftHelen ShanahanJacob DiamondMorgan Bain

BEST INDIGENOUS ACT Presented by Noongar RadioBradley HallBryte MCGina Williams & Guy GhouseStephen PigramFitzroy Express

BEST COUNTRY ACT Presented by Mustang BarDavey Craddock & The SpectaclesJonny TaylorRuby BootsStoney Joe

BEST BLUES & ROOTS ACT Presented by Clancy’s Fish PubJohn Butler TrioMorgan Bain Old BloodRiley PearceThe Floors

BEST POP ACT Presented by The WireBoys Boys Boys!Flower Drums GunnsSamantha JadeTimothy Nelson & The Infidels

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WA MUSIC CRAFT AWARDSFriday 7 November, 4pm - 4.45pm State Theatre Courtyard, Northbridge

TIX: FREE ENTRY

In the lead-up to the WA Music Awards later that night at Capitol, local community radio station RTRFM presents the 2014 WA Music Craft Awards, as part of the WAM Festival. Hosted by RTRFM’s Andrew Ryan and Sarah Norton, the awards include Best Female and Male Vocalists, Best Electronic Producer, Best Drummer and Best Sound Engineer. As part of the Courtyard Club series, RTRFM’s signature afternoon program Drivetime will then be broadcast live from the venue from 5pm, plus sets by Lower Spectrum and DJ Craig Hollywood. The perfect pre-drinks for the WA Music Awards!

CRAFT AWARDSPresented by

BEST SOUND ENGINEER (LIVE)Adam RoundChris WrightJay BrandnerJeremy Beste

BEST SOUND ENGINEER (STUDIO)Adam RoundAndy LawsonDave ParkinMatt Giovannangelo

BEST ELECTRONIC PRODUCERDiger RokwellNaikSableSlumberjack

BEST KEYS / SYNTH ARTISTJack Doepel (MmHmmm, Jack Doepel Quartet)Jake Steele (KUČKA, Injured Ninja)James Ireland (Hamjam, The Growl)Timothy Nelson (The Kill Devil Hills, Timothy Nelson & The Infidels)

BEST GUITARISTAndrew Ewing (The Devil Rides Out)Lee Jones (Polly Medlen, Ruby Boots)Luke Dux (The Floors, Timothy Nelson & The Infidels)Mitch McDonald (The Love Junkies)

BEST BASSISTJennifer Aslett (Gunns)Marc Earley (The Growl)Ryan Dux (The Kill Devil Hills, The Floors)Steven Aaron Hughes (Usurper Of Modern Medicine)

BEST FEMALE VOCALISTAbbe MayFelicity GroomLaura Jane Lowther aka KUČKAMei Saraswati

BEST MALE VOCALISTDavid CraftMathasMitch McDonald (The Love Junkies)Timothy Nelson

BEST DRUMMERJamie Gallacher (Pat Chow, Rag n’ Bone)Lewis Walsh (The Love Junkies)Liam Young (The Novocaines, Puck)Nathan Sproule (Chainsaw Hookers, The Devil Rides Out

KISS MY WAMiFREE COMPILATION OF WA’S BESTOne of the most unique, quality music compilations in the country, each year Kiss My WAMi compiles a selection of tracks released by West Australian artists from the previous twelve months, distributed to radio, media and music lovers nationally to highlight some of the incredible array of talent from some of the most isolated regions in the world.

This two-disc set is filled with WA’s finest tunes from the last year, and is free to WAM Members and WA Music Conference ticket holders and delegates, plus is distributed to the music industry and radio stations both at home and internationally.

This year’s strong diversity sees it covering everything from metal to hardcore, indigenous, electronic, experimental, hip hop, country, folk, dance, rock, pop and more, featuring 40 tracks from some of WA’s brightest stars including multiple 2014 WA Music Award nominees The Love Junkies, Timothy Nelson & The Infidels, Coin Banks, David Craft, Slumberjack, KUČKA, Lower Spectrum, Mt. Mountain, Pat Chow, Sable, Scalphunter and Usurper of Modern Medicine, who are also ALL playing over the course of the WAM Festival, meaning it’s a perfect talent sampler before deciding who to witness at this year’s festival events!

WAM is increasingly driving direct outcomes for artists, and Kiss My WAMi is also designed to benefit acts with everything from increased airplay and touring opportunities to top placement in film and TV.

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SATURDAY SPECTACULARSATURDAY SPECTACULAR

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WAM FESTIVAL SATURDAY SPECTACULARSaturday 8 November, Midday - midnight Various venues, Northbridge

Supported by

Major Media sponsor

* FREE though priority entry given to WA Music Conference pass holders when venues at capacity. * FREE though priority entry given to WA Music Conference pass holders when venues at capacity.

Packing a more focused punch than ever before, the infamous WAM Festival Saturday Spectacular this year transforms into an ultimate showcase of more than 50 of WA’s most exciting artists playing across 7 stages, plus a number of must see Asian acts.

From midday ‘til midnight the streets of Northbridge will come alive with music showcases spanning every genre imaginable, from garage-punk to Afro-Creole, hip hop, alt-country, house, dream pop, dub, sludge rock and everything in-between (and outside!).

Main events this year include the epic WAM Festival Block Party (presented by Ezra Pound and happening from 4pm-midnight at Wilson Car Park, Roe St, Northbridge) and the Perth Cultural Centre All-Ages Stage (presented by Central Institute of Technology/CIT, with assistance from their talented students), as well as non-stop, blistering live performances filling venues all within a stone’s throw from each other.

It’s the most spectacular line-up yet, and the best part is it’s still all FREE!

SAT 8 NOV I MIDDAY - MIDNIGHTFREE ENTRY to all venues! www.wam.org.au

Supported by City of Perth Major Media Partner X-Press Magazine

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THE BIRD11.00 - 11.30pm Hamjam

10.10 - 10.40 Puck

9.20 - 9.50 Foam

8.30 - 9.00 Ghetto Crystals

7.40 - 8.10 Apache

6.50 - 7.20 Methyl Ethel

6.00 - 6.30 Moana

5.10 - 5.40 Black Stone From The Sun

4.20 - 4.50pm Aborted Tortoise

MUSTANG BAR9.30 - 10.00pm Toby

8.40 - 9.10 iNCH. (Singapore)

7.50 - 8.20 44th Sunset

7.00 - 7.30 Davey Craddock & The Spectacles

6.10 - 6.40 The Disappointed

5.20 - 5.50 Joni In The Moon

4.30 - 5.00 Rag N Bone

3.40 - 4.10 Thee Gold Blooms

2.50 - 3.20 Childsaint

CONNECTIONS NIGHTCLUB11.00 - 12.00am R3 (Shanghai)

10.00 - 11.00 Rex Monsoon

9.00 - 10.00 Diger Rokwell

8.00 - 9.00pm Rok Riley

UNIVERSAL BAR7.30 - 8.00pm Helen Shanahan

6.40 - 7.10 David Craft

5.50 - 6.20 Riley Pearce

5.00 - 5.30 Jacob Diamond

4.10 - 4.40pm Patient Little Sister

FLYRITE7.30 - 8.00pm Dream Rimmy

6.40 - 7.10 Flower Drums

5.50 - 6.20 Our Man In Berlin

5.00 - 5.30 The Long Lost Brothers

4.10 - 4.40 Race To Your Face

3.20 - 3.50 Spilt Cities

2.30 – 3.00 Mudlark

1.40 – 2.10 Eleventeen Eston

12.50 - 1.20 Silver Hills

12.00 - 12.30pm Graphic Characters

* FREE though priority entry given to WA Music Conference pass holders when venues at capacity.

WAM FESTIVAL BLOCK PARTY Wilson Car Park, 18 Roe St

presented by Ezra Pound

11.10 - 11.50pm The Love Junkies

10.10 - 10.50 Slumberjack

9.20 - 9.50 Coin Banks

8.30 - 9.00 KUČKA

7.40 - 8.10 The Pinholes (Singapore)

6.50 - 7.20 Gunns

6.00 - 6.30 Grace Barbé

5.10 - 5.40 The Amani Consort

4.20 - 4.50pm The Weapon Is Sound

+ Pilerats DJs between sets

C.I.T. ALL AGES STAGEPerth Cultural Centre Amphitheatre

presented by Central Institute Of Technology

9.20 - 10.00pm The Floors

8.20 - 9.00 Stillwater Giants

7.30 - 8.00 The Community Chest

6.40 - 7.10 Kat Wilson

5.50 - 6.20 The Brow

5.00 - 5.30 Lionizer

4.10 - 4.40pm Raksha

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FEATURING THE LOVE JUNKIES, SLUMBERJACK, COIN BANKS, KUČKA, THE PINHOLES (SINGAPORE),

GUNNS, THE WEAPON IS SOUND, THE AMANI CONSORT AND PILERATS DJs

SAT 8 NOVEMBERFREE ENTRY | 4PM - MIDNIGHTWilson Car Park, 18 Roe St Northbridge

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VENUE MAP1. The Bakery2. Flyrite3. The Mustang Bar4. Connections Nightclub5. WAM Festival Block Party6. The Bird

JOIN WAM TODAY

SO MANY BENEFITS

If you’re a WA musician or music business, you can’t afford not to be a WAM member. You’ll make your money back in no time, plus you’ll be providing support to WAM’s on-going program of activities that champion West Australian music!

Apart from discounted tickets to many of WAM’s events and programs and special members-only opportunities, you’ll also enjoy benefits including:

Virgin Australia – 32kg of checked music baggage free

Qantas – 23kg of checked music baggage free

BIGSOUND – member rate for conference registrations

Pozible – reduced fees on all crowd-funding projects

CCA – discounted PA equipment hire

Ditto Music – Free digital distribution for 1 year

On the Map PR – 10% off quoted services

Footstomp Music – 5% off publicity and project management services

AMID – 25% off the Australasian Music Industry Directory

Creative Legal – free initial consultation or phone advice

Wrays IP – up to 1 hour of free legal

MEMBERSHIP TYPES

$44 Concession

$55 Individual

$110 Band or Business for up to 4 members (extra members are $10)

So apart from helping support the WA music industry at large, becoming a WAM member is simply a smart move for anyone trying to get ahead.

Sign up today at wam.org.au

WAM MEMBERSHIPSATURDAY SPECTACULAR

consultation

Media Arts Lawyers – up to 1/2 hour of free consultation

DiskBank – discounted CD and DVD duplication services

Austep Music – $60 off all eco CD replication and printing

Theo’s Music – 10% off all full-priced items

Berklee – 10% discount on all Berklee’s online courses

Marsh – 5% off musical equipment insurance premiums

Stage & Screen Travel – exclusive accommodation and car hire discounts

Luna Palace Cinemas – concession rate movie tickets

7. The Universal Bar8. State Theatre Courtyard9. CIT All ages Stage/PCC Amphitheatre10. CIT Perth campus, Building 1, Francis St Entrance11. The Ellington

VENUES JUST OUTSIDE THE MAPThe Civic 981 Beaufort St, InglewoodCapitol 393 Murray St, PerthThe Rosemount 459 Fitzgerald St, North Perth

THANKSWAM wishes to wholeheartedly thank the 2014 WAM Festival partners for their support and generosity.

These partnerships ensure the success and longevity of WA’s standout local music celebration.

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