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Are you breaching Australian Copyright Laws and don't even know it?

Do you know what you're legally allowed to copy from the internet? Do you know how to protect your own material on the internet? Have you copied a review that someone has written on a recent performance and utilised it without their permission, or used it out of context? To find out if you're in breach of Australian Copyright Laws, and to find out how to protect your own material, click here to go to CAL's (Copyright Agency Limited) website or download their PDF here on the topic.

Long awaited changes to NSW PoPE Laws!

The NSW Parliament last week removed all references to the term “Place of Public Entertainment” (PoPE) from NSW Planning laws. In other words, all out of date barriers to live entertainment in NSW are gone. Your average hotel, restaurant or café can have live music, comedy and theatre as a normal activity under the standard and existing compliance from September or October. The removal of PoPE took longer than expected but they gained more than they expected. “A rejuvenation of opportunities for artists to perform in New South Wales,” said parliamentarian Matthew Mason-Cox.

A Well Deserved Barnsey' Plug

You may have seen the credits in the footer of this website, acknowledging and thanking Jimmy Barnes for the opportunity to use his succinct words of what the "Primal Music Instinct' is all about, but if you haven't, I suggest you take a look! Anyway, its a good opportunity for us to offer some kind of positive feedback to a very deserving Aussie Icon. PRIMAL'S recommendation is to grab yourself a copy of Jimmy's latest album 'Out In The Blue' - not only is it a sensational listen, that is filled with vocal abilities reminiscent of the 'Soul Deep' days, it reflects a new found completeness of a man that continues to evolve musically, and judging by some of the photographic history, a man that has accepted and acknowledged his humanity. The heart surgery scar in the photos speaks volumes! For the Barnsey hard-core fans that expect him to continue in the "screaming" days of Cold Chisel - we suggest you bypass this album as it is a superb product that showcases his actual SINGING abilities! Thanks again Jimmy & Jane for the use of your quote!! As always, we are forever thankful for your insight, generosity and your willingness to be open to assisting others. Onward & upward in continuing that PRIMAL passion! :)

Do You Know How to Keep the Taxman Away From Your Christmas Party?

Christmas parties generally constitute "entertainment benefits" and would usually attract Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT). You may be able to avoid FBT if you plan your party in a tax effective manner. Speak to your accountant about the benefits of holding your party on a working day, and the 'per employee' limits that apply.

Do You Know What Deductions Are Available To You As A Performer?

Are you an individual taxpayer lodging an income tax return? The Australian Taxation Office has released 16 guides outlining the common deductions available to people in specific occupations. For further information on what you can claim, head to the ATO's website http://www.ato.gov.au

Want free airplay for your music?

The good people at Live365 All Australian radio station are seeking submissions from original artists to include throughout their various programs.

The station is dedicated to promoting original Australian music of all genres, with the station proving to be a great resource for all artists, not just here in Australia, but worldwide. Head to www.allaustralianmusic.com to tune in for online broadcasts and find out how to submit your music for consideration.

VJ King Jr

We have 'Ignition'! Blues / Rock / Pop fans unfamiliar with VJ King Jr are in for a big treat. With recording almost complete on his Ignition album, industry gurus are predicting the young Sydney guitarist is set to make a significant impact on the Australian music scene.

His profile already reads like a "who's who" of great artists, and in his 7 years of playing guitar, that's no mean feat!

VJ has shared the stage with the likes of Tommy Emmanuel, Walter Trout, Wolf Mail, Phil Emmanuel, Ray Beadle, Pete Cornelius, Lemon Squeezin Daddies, and performed at Narooma Blues Fest among numerous gigs around the place. Not bad hey!

Walter Trout thought so much of his playing, that whilst VJ was on tour with Wolf Mail late 2006, Walter invited him to perform with his band to a packed house, all this after listening to an album that he recorded at the age of 8.

Expect to see VJ and his band at festivals this year - a class act not to be missed!

Australia's Final Notice

AFN have decided to temporarily pack up their instruments whilst they rehearse with their new guitarist as exiting guitarist Graeme heads North to Taree area with his family.

The guys will resume gigging again around October, presenting a new show for all their fans.

Primal launches new website!

Welcome to the revamped website, and many thanks to the 'Swamp Rat' and 'Freddo' for their invaluable assistance in helping make this a long overdue reality!

They say that a new year leads to new things, and at Primal Entertainment, we have a number of changes planned for the year ahead, which will help us to help you more effectively.

We have an exciting new band roster and booking system in place, and we are very much looking forward to continuing to be of assistance to all our wonderful acts that do such a fantastic job for us, and of course, our quality venues that continue to provide performance opportunities to keep the live music scene alive!

We hope you enjoy your visit and that you find the contents informative. If you have any useful suggestions, please don't hesitate to let us know. Whilst we are still fine tuning the site, please bear with us, and if you can't find what you are looking for, please don't hesitate to call or email us. Some pages are still in the old format, and we are working on these as quickly as possible.

We look forward to working with you.

If you would like your news item included here please email Dierdre Le Blang (aka Dee) at

Primal Entertainment

"Music can touch people at a primal level - evoking different emotions and triggering memories of particular places and times.

Music is such a part of our emotional makeup - it can make you patriotic, it can make you want to fight,

it can make you want to cry"

Reproduced with the kind permission of Jimmy Barnes from his book Say It Loud