Malta Music Export

About Malta Music Export

Malta Music Export is the sole representative of the Maltese music industry, dedicated to supporting artists through education, networking, and international showcases since 2012.

A street market scene with various stalls under white tents selling arts and crafts. A musician is playing a guitar in the center, surrounded by people walking and browsing. The backdrop consists of trees and a row of colorful traditional-style buildings.

The local music scene just needs an overhaul and it is disappointing to see that unlike other creative industries in Malta that the music industry is not supported properly.

Anna Lisa Schembri

Malta Music Export (MME) was established in 2012 in Sliema, initially as a low key way of representing the interests of the local Maltese music industry. MME is now the main Maltese music industry body (the only body) and operates in the areas of education and export to develop artists, musicians and any music connected to Malta through information and advice resources.

We help our clients to establish connections and present their music. MME is the only voice representing Malta music at international showcases, fairs and exhibitions. These have included MIDEM in France, The Great Escape in the UK and the Reeperbahn Festival in Germany.

Our services also include consultation, networking and music industry courses as well as artist showcases abroad. From 2012 to 2024, MME were sponsored by only UK or German companies such as the long running connection with Music2deal.com with ironically absolutely no funding from Malta. 2025 sees our new website promote Maltese music still further as we seek partnerships with international music trade associations.

Your Malta Music Export Team

Neil McAffer - Advisor

Neil started off his career in his native New Zealand where he became the first booking agent to bring over both The Beatles and the Rolling Stones to the country when he was involved in the now defunct Roxy Club in Wellington and the Wellington Town Hall in the 1960s.

A legend of the live industry back home he moved to Spain as Neil became more renowned as an international tennis player and coach (he represented New Zealand). He still found the time to manage a couple of bands in the 70s including well know Bilbao act The Librettoes.

 Neil is the writer of the critically acclaimed book ‘Deep Down Inside’ which analyses in depth why certain people become successful in whatever aspect of life they approach, specifically targeting both sports stars and musicians. He spent time in Malta to survey the music scene in both the 1990s and in the last few years and is disappointed by the lack of help for artists overall.

Richard Rogers - CEO

Richard has worked in the music industry for over 35 years and has been employed by top companies including BBC Radio 2, Music2deal, Warner/Chappell Music Publishing, IMN, PRS, Southside, Silverscope Records, IMP, Evershare Digital to name a few.

He has worked predominantly as an A&R man, as an artist manager, as a music industry consultant and university lecturer as well as running record labels, publishing companies and management companies.

 Richard has written 11 books on everything from the Eurovision Song Contest to A&R to Depeche Mode to Abba to Art and spends some of his time painting 'Canvas Music' an abstract form using various formulas to recreate any song ever written into a painting.

He has his own studio band Racecar whose last album was recorded in Nadur and spent 10 years in Malta between 2005 and 2015. Artists he has managed include the legendary Mick Karn from UK number 1 band Japan, Malta’s first girl band Vieve, award winning singer songwriter Bill Pritchard and former Steps lead singer Angel. He also produced, wrote or remixed a number of major hits internationally.

A new Racecar album is being recorded with members of OMD, Kraftwerk and The Undertones.

Anna Lisa Schembri - Project Manager

Anna-Lisa is the Project Manager for Malta Music Export and was on board from day one as far back as 2012.

Based in Iz-Zurrieq she is dismayed by the lack of support given to Maltese and Gozitan artists in all areas and is fanatical that with the correct support Malta will produce an artist that will bring exposure and tourism to the islands with worldwide success.

'The local music scene just needs an overhaul and it is disappointing to see that unlike other creative industries in Malta that the music industry is not supported properly. Like Richard and Neil we have been trying to turn this around now for a few years in a low key manner and now feel it is time to 'up the ante' but believe we are on the right path to achieving our goals'.

Involved heavily with event management on the islands and across Europe, she held various leadership positions at JCI - Junior Chamber International. This included the role of National President in Malta in 2015 and chairperson of the European Development Council in 2017. In 2005 she was elected to the KSU. She has managed everything from wine nights to NYE's parties to festivals & musicals to large scale live music events.

FAQ

What is Malta Music Export?

Malta Music Export represents Malta's music industry locally and internationally, aiding in education, export, and artist development.

What services do you offer?

We provide consultation, networking, music industry courses, and artist showcases to help develop Maltese musicians.

How can I connect with you?

You can reach out via our website's contact page or attend one of our networking events for direct connections.

What is your mission?

Our mission is to cultivate and promote Maltese music locally and globally through education and representation.

Who can benefit from your services?

Artists, musicians, and anyone in the music sector can benefit from our resources and network.

How do you support artists?

We facilitate connections, provide industry insights, and create platforms for artists to showcase their music internationally.