We’re thrilled to share that BlueRock has added a new string to our bow, or should we say guitar? On Wednesday 26 February, we announced that White Sky , the leading business management firm for Australia’s vibrant music and entertainment industry, is now part of BlueRock.
With a large and loyal client base that boasts stars like Tame Impala, Dom Dolla, and Julia Jacklin, White Sky excels in royalties and tour accounting, business management, and bookkeeping. Find out more about why we’re so excited to welcome White Sky into the BlueRock community.
Why BlueRock & White Sky Formed a Band
Since Tom Harris founded White Sky from his bedroom in 2002, he’s been passionate about helping musicians, managers and record labels do what they do best. By providing specialised business and financial services with an innovative and tech-led approach, White Sky has grown to become a household name in the music scene.
While Peter Lalor didn’t start BlueRock from his bedroom, we do share many values including a common desire to help people and businesses succeed. Like White Sky, BlueRock is tech-enabled, entrepreneurial and here to help clients focus on what they love.
The synergies don’t stop there. With White Sky as part of BlueRock, we’re improving our service offerings. White Sky clients now have access to a broader range of services, including tax advisory , insurance , legal and private wealth advisory , brand and marketing support , all under one roof.
From BlueRock’s perspective, this acquisition allows us to tap into the exciting music industry and work with an experienced team of bookkeepers and accountants to provide great service.
It aligns perfectly with our one-stop-shop model for SMEs and our focus on key industry verticals and most importantly, ensures a better client experience.
A Note from Our Lead Singers
BlueRock’s leadership team sees White Sky as a great fit to bolster growth, which has been accomplished over the years through a blend of organic growth and strategic acquisitions. This acquisition is about growing our market share by enhancing our service offerings and client base.
Peter Lalor , BlueRock CEO, says, "We are always exploring partnerships that support our growth and provide improved services to Australian business owners, founders, and families. The acquisition of White Sky will enable us to provide unparalleled services to Australia’s fantastic entertainment industry and facilitate significant growth for both firms."
Tom Harris, White Sky Managing Director, says, "This partnership will really lift the level of tailored business support and advice available to the music industry. BlueRock shares our values, our passion for supporting creators, innovators, and entrepreneurs, and our commitment to embracing and developing new technologies. They also bring something new to our industry with their experience in international tax strategy. I’m excited to be leading the incredible White Sky team into this new chapter."
What’s Next?
For White Sky clients it will be business as usual. The team will remain exactly the same and will continue to work with all existing suppliers and professional partners. The brand, identity, website and everything will also remain the same.
In a boost to our collaborative environment at BlueRock HQ, White Sky’s Melbourne-based team have moved in with us, taking our Collins St headcount to almost 400. Their Sydney office will continue operating as normal.
Stay Tuned for Insights from our Music, Entertainment & Creative Industry Experts
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