Q Music Broadcast: Big Sound News

Executive Programmer Announced for BIG SOUND Summit 2010

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:53:00

Graham “Asho” Ashton will join the Q Music team this year as Executive Programmer for the 2010 BIG SOUND International Music Industry Summit and Showcase. He brings a wealth of experience and valuable relationships to the role of BIG SOUND Executive Programmer as he commences work alongside the Q Music team in 2010.

US Composer Van Dyke Parks Keen to Work With Aussies

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00

Van Dyke Parks is looking forward to new, exciting artists to work with, and he's checking out the talent in Australia. "What I'm getting out of Australia, and New Zealand as well is so filled with invention, almost like people are not afraid of highly individual approach. I see that in the music," Parks told AAP Read More at www.theepochtimes.com

Rave Reviews - Robert Schneider / The Middle East / Skinny Jean / Old Man River / Little Scout

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00

Do you ever wanna feel like you own this town? You don’t need a key to the city, or gang colours. Just a wristband. The Brisbane music conference Big Sound wristband gives you access to wander in and out of half a dozen different Valley venues, and flashing that shit is like the celebrity a small fish must feel when holidaying in a slightly smaller pond. Read more at www.ravemagazine.com.au

BIG SOUND delegates provided a rare chance to enter the lucrative gaming music markets

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00

BIG SOUND 2009 presented ‘The Big Pitch’ - an initiative giving artists the chance to have their best song heard directly by a panel of influential industry representatives, who could potentially snap up their track for a range of international opportunities in television, radio and the lucratrive gaming market. USA’s Tim Riley who was on the panel, is one of the team behind Activision’s Guitar Hero phenomenon says he receives up to 100 pieces of unsolicited music every day prooving what a unique opportunity was actually on offer at BIG SOUND 2009.

Glenn Wheatley Speaks On Jail Term

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00

Veteran artist manager and entertainment entrepreneur Glenn Wheatley used the platform of Australia's Big Sound conference to clear the air on the circumstances which led to his incarceration. During his open and candid keynote speech last Friday (Sept. 11), Wheatley addressed the "elephant in the room," namely the misdemeanour which led to his 15-month jail term in 2007 on tax fraud charges. Read more on billboard.biz>>

If You Build It They Will Come

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00

The Big Sound Music Industry Summit and Showcase, held in Brisbane over three days last week, again proved to be the perfect antidote to those big, puffy, overblown, corporate music industry conferences that attract the big name speakers but literally fence them off from the average attendee.

Kelly Higgins-Devine interview with Van Dyke Parks in Brisbane for Big Sound

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00

Listen to the 612 ABC Kelly Higgins-Devine interview with the legendary Van Dyke Parks, discussing the 'art' behind the music, behind the business. listen online abc.net.au

BIG SOUND looks at the biz’s future models

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 00:00:00

This year’s Big Sound lived up to QMusic’s vision to make the summit an international one. All indications were there when the conference segment sold out a week before with 460 participants. But a firepower of international and local names headed by Van Dyke Parks, former Nirvana manager Danny Goldberg and Glenn Wheatley whose inspirational keynotes set the tone for the rest of the meet. Read More at themusic.com.au

Sold Out BIG SOUND 09 International Music Industry Summit and Showcases Wows Audiences Another Year

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 00:00:00

Brisbane’s reputation as a major music hotspot has been cemented, with the biggest music event of its type staged in Brisbane – BIG SOUND - wrapping up last Friday. From Wednesday September 9th to 11th, the city was overrun by the world’s music industry, in town for three sold out days of seminars, events, masterclasses and showcase gigs.

Thoughts On Big Sound 2009

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 00:00:00

In the Big Sound context, it’s more a case of recognising that these meeting opportunities are extremely limited, and discarding hesitation in the face of time constraints. Again, this is one of the aspects of the event I most enjoyed: the simple act of bringing together so many influential minds that have the ability to make shit happen is the main drawcard. Read more on Andrew McMillen's Blog page>>

BIG SOUND Live artists tracks available on emusic.com

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 00:00:00

BIG SOUND Live featured over 60 of the hottest new acts who showcased their sounds in front of some of the music industrys most influential heavy weights. Q Music have selected 20 of these artists including; Philadelphia Grand Jury, The Middle East, Washington, Hungry Kids of Hungary, Old Man River , Charles Jenkins and many more that are available for free downloads at emusic.com

Sold Out BIG SOUND International Music Industry Summit and Showcases Wows Audiences Another Year

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:00:00

BIG SOUND Conference SOLD OUT, BIG SOUND Live Still Hottest Ticket in Town

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 00:00:00

It’s official, next week’s BIG SOUND Music Summit and Showcase in Brisbane will be the biggest event of its type ever held in Queensland with the conference component of the event now officially SOLD OUT. Music fans can still get in on the action by snapping up a pass to the BIG SOUND Live showcase gigs, with more than 60 artists performing across two-nights, featuring the best new music you’ll hear anywhere.

Australia’s Hottest Artists Flock to Brisbane for BIG SOUND Live, Tickets on Sale Now

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 00:00:00

Forget Australian Idol; music fans looking to find this country’s hottest new artists will be turning their ears to Brisbane as BIG SOUND Live takes over the city this September 9 and 10 for what has to be the best value urban music festival ticket around, with tickets going on sale for BIG SOUND Live 2009.

Legal & Accounting Advice Session Opportunities at BIG SOUND 2009

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00

Some of Australia’s best entertainment lawyers are available to exclusively to delegates during the BIG SOUND 2009 conference for complimentary 30 minute legal sessions. So if you’ve got a burning question you’d like some clarity on, this is your opportunity to get some answers.

BIG SOUND Presents The Big Pitch

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00

BIG SOUND is also proud to announce the launch of ‘The Big Pitch’ - an initiative giving artists the chance to have their best song heard by a panel of influential industry who could potentially snap up the track for a range of international opportunities in television, radio and the booming gaming market.

Registrations Open for BIG SOUND 2009 Masterclasses

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 00:00:00

This year The BIG SOUND Summit offers a series of focused masterclasses available to delegates, exploring in-depth topics that effect the way that music business is done today. The masterclasses will be hosted by some of the most important movers and shakers in the international music industry. Space is limited for the sessions, so be sure to register before it's too late.

One Movement for Music Perth Special Joint Registration Offer

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:00:00

Q Music are pleased to announce a special initiative between One Movement For Music Perth and BIG SOUND 2009 Music Industry Summit and Showcase, who have joined forces to offer Australian delegates a special joint registration deal to both world-class events with a significant saving across the board.

Q Music Congratulates triple j Unearthed BIG SOUND Competition Winners, Parades (NSW)

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 00:00:00

Congratulations to Parades of Sydney, who have been chosen to perform a feature triple j Unearthed showcasing slot at BIG SOUND 2009. Parades joins an already impressive lineup for BIG SOUND Live 2009, including Robert Scheider (The Apples in Stereo - USA), The Airborne Toxic Event (USA), Bluejuice (NSW), Bob Evans (WA), Bertie Blackman (NSW), Old Man River (NSW) and more.

Opportunities Open for BIG SOUND Partnerships and Showcase Parties in 09

Sun, 16 Aug 2009 00:00:00

BIG SOUND presents exciting opportunities for innovative brands wishing to capture the attention of an exciting and forward thinking target market. By putting you in direct contact with key gatekeepers in the music business, BIG SOUND can connect your brand with the audiences it needs.