The fabulous Clinkerfields'
Label The Band Competition!!!

The Clinkerfields have been providing us with alchohol-fueled and pathetic (in the best sense) observations of life, beer and music since the first issue of The Dues! It's only fair we provide them with faces and names. But wait! They already have names - from left to right Boogs, Jimmy, Ash and Matty! So all you have to do is provide them with captions in order. Match the following captions to the number of the "person" they best apply to on the photo above and YOU could win a great prize:

• Just visiting this planet.
• Wotcha doin after the show?
• Crazed Messiah.
• Just a suburban boy.
  

Send your entries in a stamped self-addressed email, titled "Clinkerfield competition" to: musosunion@aol.com. First five correct entries get a copy of the boys' new rec'rd Take in the view. Judge's decisions is final, but we will correspond if you include an attractive photo of yourself.

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Many musicians in this area are not aware of their current entitlements under the award and so are not in a position to evaluate what they may be signing away under an AWA. You should not sign anything away unless you are getting paid for it! Some of the award provisions are now inoperative due to the new legislation. You can check out the award here.

You cannot know if a contract is a good deal unless you know what you are already entitled to.

I very, very strongly recommend that you contact the Musicians' Union before signing any employment contract. What you sign will not only affect you, but affect producer's attitudes and expectations of future contracts. You don't want to be one of those who contribute to the destruction of the profession of musician.

Uncle Terry

ScrUTube?

Dear Uncle Terry

I've heard some worrying things about "Youtube". We want to use it to push our band video but don't want to get screwed (again). What do you think?

Alphonse the Undertaker

Dear Alphonse,

I've heard some rumours too. "The Dues" is preparing a report on Youtube for the next issue, I suggest you check that out. In the mean time here are some things you can do:

1. Read (thoroughly) the terms & conditions on the Youtube website .
2. Read (thoroughly) the Privacy Policy on the Youtube website.
3. Read (thoroughly) all the stuff at the help centre on the Youtube website.
4. Remember that Google now owns Youtube.
5. Email me if you have any questions (musosunion@aol.com).

Uncle Terry

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