Music Publishers


The business of music publishing is concerned with developing, protecting and valuing music. The business is diverse and demands a variety of skills. These range from the ability to spot writing talent and original music that is likely to appeal to an audience, to ensuring that all uses of music are properly licensed and paid for. Music publishers play a vital role in the development of new music and in taking care of the business side, allowing composers and songwriters to concentrate on their creative work.

Here are some links to some NZ Music Publishers.


Christchurch-based Publishers
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BRM Music Publishing



Contact: Glyn MacLean - BRM Asia Pacific Agent

BRM Music is known for selling the song BAD BOYS to the TV series COPS amassing a fortune for the artists. BRM owner Bruce Ruffin, is a former top ten UK reggae artist and built his company on positive values. Glyn's Christchurch based company Oikos Music Ltd has also been appointed the BRM Asia Pacific agent (details visit http://www.myspace.com/oikosmusic) with authority to select NZ & Asia Pacific artists for international development deals.

NZ Publishers
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Native Tongue Music Publishing - Chris Gough
Mushroom Music Publishing (NZ) - Jackie Dennis
Level Two Music (NZ) - Dylan Pellet
AMCOS - Rebekah Nolan
Sony/ATV Music Publishing - Malcolm Black

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