WAMCon Focus: Moira Mckenzie

Organisation: Sanicki Lawyers - solicitor

How did you first become involved in the music business and how did you end up where you are today? I started off playing in bands when I was a teenager and studied music at uni before studying law. I'm lucky enough to combine music and law in my job at Sanicki Lawyers.

What's been the biggest change in the music business you've seen over the past 12 months? The drop in record sales and the rise in streaming services has been a big change in the way that labels and artists are operating now. 

What do you think will be the biggest issue affecting the music industry in the next 12 months and why? Artists finding new and effective ways to earn money from their music.

What advice would you give young practitioners in your area starting out today? Get as much experience you can in different parts of the music industry so you can understand the people you are working with. 

What will you be primarily discussing during your appearance at the WAMCon? I'm on a panel called Making It Rain, which is about sync licensing and streaming services. 

What are you hoping that people will be able to learn from your panel/interview? How artists can reach wider audiences and make money from their music.

What do you personally hope to take away from your time at WAMCon? Meet new people and learn more about the new ways people are doing business. 

Which acts are you most looking forward to checking out at WAMFest? Ah Trees, Verge Collection, Lanark, The Crystal Moth.