There's an editorial in the Willamette Week entitled, "Musicians are Not Teamsters."
Check it out and post a comment!
http://fairtrademusicpdx.org The Fair Trade Music campaign seeks to elevate the quality of Portland club music and improve business for club owners by establishing equitable minimums for the musicians that play in them.
Friday, October 9, 2009
Billboard Article on FTM
Check out the article about the campaign on Billboard.biz:
Analysis: Weighing Fair Trade As It Hits Portland Music Scene
Analysis: Weighing Fair Trade As It Hits Portland Music Scene
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Happy Hour!

Join us for happy hour at The Standard in NE Portland from 4-6pm on Tuesday, October 13th. FTM Steering Committee members will be on hand to answer questions and to get the ball rolling. Meet other musicians and learn more about the campaign!
The Standard
14 NE 22nd Ave
Portland, OR 97232
Tuesday, Oct. 13, 4-6pm
Look for the FTM banner or the group wearing FTM buttons. Hope to see you there!
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Willamette Week Article!
By Amanda Ingram
"The health of Portland’s thriving music scene is evident when you’re waiting in line Saturday night to see your favorite band, clutching a sweaty $5 bill to hand to the doorman.
But not enough of that cover charge goes to the acts, says a group of 200-plus musicians who have organized as the Fair Trade Music movement."
To see the full article, please click HERE.
Monday, September 28, 2009
KBOO Interview
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
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