Alex The AstronautMusicNSW has announced its stacked roster of inaugural Ambassadors, with local musicians across the board joining the Ambassador Program.
In today’s announcement, MusicNSW Managing Director Joe Muller has welcomed the impressive roster of artists joining the team.
They are singer-songwriter Alex The Astronaut, alongside Samoan artist, rapper, and creative director Jamaica Moana; artist and songwriter Jannah Beth; Jem Siow, frontman of hardcore outfit SPEED; Velvet Trip’s Zeppelin Hamilton; and The Buoys’ Zoe Catterall.
Along with the Ambassadors announcement, MusicNSW has rebranded, unveiling a new website featuring an NSW music industry directory, tools to find grants, job opportunities in music, and more.
“Each of the artists joining us as ambassadors are already so embedded as role models within the NSW music ecosystem - shaping what independent music scenes can look like, leading through their actions and bringing their communities with them,” Muller explained in a statement.
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Muller continued, “Alex, Jamaica, Jannah, Jem, Zeppelin and Zoe don’t just make incredible music; they are each active in building a music culture that supports those around them to do the same.
“We are honoured to stand alongside them as we continue to shape our work as an organisation, in service of a NSW music ecosystem where artists can grow sustainable careers, communities are connected and supported, and music culture is properly valued - with the wellbeing of artists at the centre.”
Speaking on their Ambassadorship, Jamaica Moana said, “Kia’Ora! I’m super grateful to be a MusicNSW Ambassador! They are aligned with my beliefs of artist-centred projects in all forms; especially how vital it is to have this within our local communities – it’s a blessing to be amongst such a talented cohort who vibe with the same!
“Thank you to MusicNSW for having our back, from an emerging artist on the way up - so thankful!”
Zeppelin Hamilton added, “I’m really grateful to be named an ambassador for MusicNSW. I’m looking forward to sharing, learning, and being part of important conversations facing independent artists alongside their wonderful team.
“As an independent artist who grew up regionally, I had little access to industry knowledge and had to take the long way around. Because of that, bridging the gap for other artists is something that sits close to my heart. I’ve personally benefited from the work MusicNSW does to support artists, so it’s an honour to now work alongside them.”
Zoe Catterall concluded, “I am deeply honoured to step into this role as a Music NSW Artist Ambassador. In my ten years with The Buoys, advocating for inclusive, accessible spaces has been at the heart of everything I do. I believe Australia is home to some of the world's greatest music, but that brilliance depends on artists being properly supported.
“I look forward to lending my voice to that cause.”
