Money for Swiss labels and artist management
For the tenth time, Migros Culture Percentage is supporting pop and independent labels and artist management companies based in Switzerland. They can submit their applications until November 30. The grants are endowed with 50,000 Swiss francs.
Swiss independent labels and artist management companies such as Two Gentlemen in Lausanne and Bakara Music in Zurich do a lot for the Swiss music scene. However, they are operating in a difficult economic environment. Migros Culture Percentage has therefore been involved in promoting labels and artist management since 2006. The supported labels and management receive contributions of between CHF 10,000 and CHF 50,000. Philipp Schnyder von Wartensee from Migros Culture Percentage explains: "The music managers and agents do indispensable work in the background for artists such as Sophie Hunger, Steff la Cheffe or Peter Kernel. With our support, we are helping them to professionalize their structures. This is the only way they can continue to build up and support the Swiss pop scene in the future.
Independent labels that have released at least four albums by artists based in Switzerland within the last 24 months or have achieved a comparable performance are eligible. It is important for the artist agencies to perform comprehensive management tasks. In addition, they should manage at least two Swiss musicians who have already released CDs.
Closing date The deadline for applications for the 2015 grants is November 30, 2014. Guidelines and application documents can be found at www.migros-kulturprozent.ch/foerderung
