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The A&R Department
Indie / Rock / Zouk

Australia's first and only independent A&R company



New South Wales
Australia

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Member Since7/10/2008
Band Websitewww.theaandrdepartment.com
Band MembersMatt O'Connor
Director/A&R
Mia Clark
A&R Scout/Artist Relations
Mel Cheng
Label Manager
Ric Mills
Creative Director A&R Licensing & Content
InfluencesWe're currently recording with:
  • The Protectors
  • The Fumes
  • Asleep In The Park

    The Protectors have been in studio with Scott Horscroft and The Fumes have been in the studio with Jim Diamond. Here are some pics.

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    We have worked with:

    Shihad, Thirsty Merc, The Beautiful Girls, Faker, Cog, Evermore, The Protectors, Fast Crew, Mia Dyson, Savage, Disco Montego, Fast Crew,The Whitlams, Bass Kleph, Jeremy Gregory, Ash Grunwald, Maeder, Epicure.

  • Sounds LikeWe work with some pretty cool producers:

  • Klaus Derendorf (santana, josh groban)
  • Jim Diamond (the white stripes, electric six)
  • Lindsay Gravina (the living end, thirsty merc, jet)
  • Lee Groves (black eyed peas, marylin manson, craig david, gwen stefani)
  • Bass Kleph (amiel, gotye, savage)
  • Magoo (regurgitator, shihad, powderfinger, operator please, end of fashion)
  • David Nicholas (INXS, the sex pistols, delta)
  • Ian Pritchett (the beautiful girls, angus & julia)
  • Paul McKercher (pete murray, eskimo joe)
  • Scott Horscroft (The Presets, Silverchair, Sleepy Jackson)
  • Record LabelAll of them!
    Type of LabelIndie


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       About The A&R Department
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    End Code To Apply Top Banner We get the music right and then help you get it out there.

    We work with labels, managers or direct with artists through any or all of the below stages of an album/EP project, defining the creative direction of the project and the truth of the artist. We don't take any control of your copyright, we simply add value to it so it can reach its full potential.

    Matt O’Connor, Managing Director of The A&R Department, has had over 20 years of hit-making experience and his artists have sold around 1 million records. He is the “song doctor” – the A&R expert who can take a song and ensure it reaches its full commercial potential. His ARIA track record includes 17 top 10 records, 12 top 20 records and 16 top 40 records.

    1) SONGS and SOUND: It all starts with the song. We work with our artists through rehearsals and live performance to ensure their music will allow the artist to achieve its goals. We then determine the right sonic direction for the project, and build a strong creative team, bringing in the industry's top producers and engineers to achieve it.

    2) DIGITAL MARKETING: We devise and execute a strategically timed grassroots below-the-line marketing strategy, boosting your presence on MySpace, Facebook, Last.fm, imeem, Bebo, etc. and increasing the demand for your music upon its release.

    3) DISTRIBUTION & TOURING: We help to find the right distribution partner for the release of the album/EP/single, servicing both independent distributors and major labels. We also assist in devising a touring strategy that will best compliment the marketing of the album.

    How we charge: We are extremely flexible and work to your budget, charging either via an hourly rate or a monthly retainer.


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    The A&R Department's Friends Comments
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    THE SPIRITS

    THE SPIRITS



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    THE SPIRITS

    THE SPIRITS



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    WILLIAM MUNNY

    WILLIAM MUNNY



    Oct 5 2009 1:48 AM

    HEY WHATS UP JUST WANTED TO COME THRU SHOW SOME LUV AND SAY THANKS FOR THE ADD.
    Felicity Urquhart

    Felicity Urquhart



    Sep 27 2009 12:57 PM

    Please check out my clip ‘TWO WHEELS’ on CMC. You can request it at
    http://countrymusicchannel.com.au/cmc/Requests.aspx

    Would love for you to check it out


    Felicity
    Kanasi (Official Myspace Page)

    Naron Young



    Sep 9 2009 3:28 AM

    ay yo whats good wit ya? i just wanted to holla at you and ask you to come download my album "King Of Da Cak" http://www.datpiff.com/Kanasi_King_Of_The_Cak.m45297.html i am trying to do some things out here and it will only happen from the support of people. if you just so happene to download it and dont like it you can delete it...which i doubt will happen..i mean its a free mixtape whats the worst that could happen? i am always open for your comments or if you just wanna chop it up or link up and do music i am wit whatever jus hit me up and we will go from there. i wanna say thanks for taking the time out to read this and feel free to write me anytime....peace

    Kanasi
    The Fantastic Terrific Munkle

    The Fantastic Terrific Munkle



    Sep 1 2009 11:21 AM

    Hi there, just a last-minute note to let you know that the Munkle is playing at the underground wonderland that is Qirkz, this Thursday, 3rd September. We're supporting the inimitable Flap! from Melbourne. For those that don't know, Qirkz is an amazing new warehouse space, it's decked out with weird and wonderful trinkets, it's BYO and it's family-friendly... visit qirkz.com for more info. Hope you can make it!
    The Tango Saloon

    The Tango Saloon



    Aug 30 2009 9:22 AM

    Hiya, we're making one of our rare live appearances at The Vanguard on September 17th. Book early as tickets are selling fast!




    RayzelMusic

    RayzelMusic
    Online Now!


    Jul 19 2009 8:28 AM

    Hey Please Check my new music video for

    Pushed Down



    comment appriciated

    thanks

    Rayzel
    Rising Entertainment UT™

    Rising Entertainment UT™



    Jul 10 2009 10:55 PM

    Hey The A&R Department are you coming tomorrow to...




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    HipHop Lives

    HipHop Lives



    Jun 27 2009 11:48 PM

    Thanks for the add. If you are a fan of real Hip Hop, please join the myspace member group "Hip Hop Lives".

    Click Here To Join "Hip Hop Lives"

    Kate Tomlinson

    Kate Tomlinson



    Jun 25 2009 12:03 AM

    Hey guys,
    I've forgotten how to arrange a booking with you.
    Please email me.
    Sorry that i didn't contact you for a while :)
    Katie.
    Sherlock’s Daughter

    Sherlock’s Daughter
    Online Now!


    Jun 24 2009 10:17 AM

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    STORM - COAST/NEWCASTLE BASS PLAYER WANTED

    STORM - COAST/NEWCASTLE BASS PLAYER WANTED



    Jun 24 2009 4:36 AM

    The First 3 tracks off the long awaited Storm Demo have finally been posted while we hunt down a record deal and a booking agent. Check em out and get back to us!
    Shadow of the Reign

    Shadow of the Reign



    Jun 12 2009 5:31 PM

    Thanks for your support. please drop by our page and give a listen to our newly mastered songs. We appreciate any feed back and comments you can give us.

    Thanks again, J. Kasperowicz/Jason Artz
    Mz Ann Thropik

    Mz Ann Thropik



    May 20 2009 4:32 AM

    Mzzy is celebrating her birthday on Friday the 29th May @ JUST!? @ Club 77 by playing a special show for you all!!!

    Come along and Party @ her club!!!

    Mz Ann Thropik will also be filming this show for their upcoming DVD so we really hope to see you there!!!

    $3 drink specials, Mzzy and Brad DJing as well as Skarlett and Ugly Phil!!!
    Anchor Nowhere supporting and a burlesque surprise!!!

    Say Mz Ann Thropik on the door for cheaper entry ;)

    Xox

    Ps. This is the facebook url for this event - http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=568401803&ref=name#/event.php?eid=92690789192
    TOKENVIEW

    TOKENVIEW



    May 19 2009 1:08 AM

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    NIGATAR

    NIGATAR



    May 19 2009 1:08 AM

    NEW SHIT! An comin from me, u know it's far from BULLSHIT...so holla back STAT...if ya know wat's GOOD!
    Kanasi (Official Myspace Page)

    Naron Young



    May 15 2009 10:51 PM

    PLEASE come download my album "King Of Da Cak" you can get it @ http://www.zshare.net/download/5959914243a74aab or http://www.datpiff.com/Kanasi_King_Of_The_Cak.m45297.html
    Thank you for your support. and i promise that the album is worth your time spent downloading it. Its got alot of People In Hawaii Going NUTZ..come see for yourself..
    TONE ONE 3RD FLOOR CEO

    TONE ONE



    May 10 2009 12:39 AM

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    TO SUBMIT MUSIC FOR AIRPLAY SEND IT TO : TONEISM@GMAIL.COM

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    THE GO ROLL YOUR BONES

    THE GO ROLL YOUR BONES



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    M.J.Woodbridge

    M.J.Woodbridge



    Apr 18 2009 6:55 PM

    Hey, would be great if you could come down check out my gig this coming wed @ BAr ME. I play 8.50pm.

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    The Trivs

    The Trivs



    Apr 17 2009 3:42 AM

    Yo troops, this is the first time we will be backing up to play an interstate after our gig in Canberra last night w/ the Dirty Secrets, so we would love you to come down and say g’day tonight – we are headlining SOSUEME/q-bar @ 1030pm.Also featuring The LOCKWOODS and The Vines DJs x
    The Love Dogs

    The Love Dogs



    Apr 11 2009 11:21 AM

    Melburnians come see the dogs Brunswick Hotel.Sat 18th.10pm/woof..Thats my buba chantal and uncle luther
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