About AIR Membership

AIR is a non-profit, non-government trade association dedicated to supporting the growth and development of Australia’s independent recorded music sector. Established in 1996, AIR represents Australian-owned record labels and independent artists based in Australia.

AIR is a member of the Worldwide Independent Network (WIN), the peak body for international independent music associations. WIN trade association members collectively advocate for fair, competitive market access and copyright protection globally. AIR’s CEO is also a WIN Board member.

AIR members are artists, labels and distributors across the full spectrum of music genres, ranging from small sole traders to some of the biggest independent operations in the country.

AIR offers the following membership types:

• International Distributor & Label – International music businesses that license and distribute (digitally and physically) master recordings
• Australian Distributor – Australian music businesses that license, and distribute (digitally and physically) master recordings on behalf of other labels.
• Full Label – Active Australian music businesses with a catalogue of more than five releases. Must have at least 51% ownership of the company.
• Associate Label – Active Australian music businesses with a catalogue of five or fewer releases. Must have at least 51% ownership of the company.
• Artist – Self-releasing Australian musicians and bands who want access to AIR’s resources, events and offers.

Find out if you are eligible for AIR membership here