The A&R Department is a music industry platform offering management and mentorship to independent artists.

The A&R Dept. is a fully resourced music professional development platform, offering traditional A&R, Label Management, Distribution, Publishing + Sync Pitching, Publicity + Promotion and Digital Marketing.
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New Music.

Here are the latest releases from independent Australian artists who’ve worked with The A&R Department to build their understanding of the industry and develop more sustainable pathways for music careers.

LATEST STORIES.

Introducing: Gallery Bar Records

The A&R Dept + Oxford Creative Academy launch student-run label: Gallery Bar Records

Cog in Discovery Mode: Old, new & intent

Two of Cog’s studio albums, Sharing Space and The New Normal, were analysed in Discovery Mode over a seven-month period.

Undiscovered Artist Movement?

Only 0.05% of all Undiscovered artists broke into the Mid-Level, Mainstream, and Superstar Career Stages.

RELEASE RIGHT.

It is important for artists at all levels to understand how to release their music like a professional. By using industry tested strategies an artist can foster organic growth and sustainability. The A&R Department offers release services similar to a major label, but we’ve tailored them to developing artists so that they can retain ownership of their music whilst advancing their understanding of how art and business cooperate. Our holistic approach involves guidance on songwriting, producing, licensing your music for platforms like Netflix and Spotify and promoting your music to influencers and their followers on major social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok and Youtube. Let’s work together to help you go from grassroots to global!