About Us

As Aotearoa’s music export agency, the Music Commission provides support for bands, managers, labels and associated music-related businesses to enter overseas markets, ensuring New Zealand music can thrive in the international music environment.

Outward Sound is the Music Commission’s matched investment programme, where we invest in the international careers of NZ artists and support NZ music businesses to take music from Aotearoa to the world.

The programme is inclusive of music from all genres and styles, and bands, composers, songwriters, producers, companies and solo artists can apply for Outward Sound support.

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