The 2019 Queensland Music Awards is shaping up to be one of the most memorable nights of the year, with the announcement today of a stellar list of finalists and live performances.
Over 70 judges from across the country have selected a diverse group of finalists featuring emerging and established songwriters from the sunshine state including Emily Wurramara, Tia Gostelow, Sahara Beck, Cub Sport, Holiday Party, The Jungle Giants, San Mei, Amy Shark
SAN MEI
THE JUNGLE GIANTS
CUB SPORT
The annual party to celebrate Queensland music will return to the Royal International Convention Centre on Tuesday 19 March and feature special performances by Amy Shark, DZ Deathrays, Clea, Emma Beau, Tokyo Twilight + more to be announced.
Presented by Royal International Convention Centre, Brisbane Showgrounds, Hutchinson Builders, Mountain Goat Beer and Oztix, this year’s QMAs will be hosted by The Grates’ Patience Hodgson and comedian Mel Buttle who have honed a witty repartee, producing their popular podcast The Minutes.
Limited tickets for the 2019 Queensland Music Awards will go on sale 9:00am AEST February 13 via Oztix from $65 for members and $75 for non-members.
19 March
QMA Awards Ceremony
Limited tickets for the 2019 Queensland Music Awards will go on sale
9:00am AEST February 13 via Oztix from $65 for members and $75 for non-members.
Small Business Week Grants Program
Apply now for up to $5K funding support to host an event that creates an educational and/or collaborative community experience as part of Queensland Small Business Week. Applications close 3 March.
EQUALIZE
Looking to hone your studio skills? EQUALIZE is designed for female and non-binary APRA AMCOS members who are keen to further build their technical skills and industry knowledge to become a producer for screen, electronic/pop or recording full bands. Apply before 26 Feb!
Vanda & Young Songwriting Competition
Calling ALL songwriters! Songwriters worldwide are invited to enter the 2019 Vanda & Young Global Songwriting Competition to go into the running for a career-changing A$50,000 first place cash prize, courtesy of APRA AMCOS, Alberts and BMG.
Expressions of Interest: Indie Week 2019
Are you an indie label keen to take part in an Australian delegation to New York? AIR, SOUNDS AUSTRALIA and PPCA are now seeking expressions to take part in an Australian delegation to attend Indie Week 2019.
The QUBE Effect
Brisbane City Council is looking for Brisbane’s best new musical talent! Enter now to be part of The QUBE Effect. Hurry, entries close 22 February.
Metro Venue of the Year
What's your favourite venue to catch a gig at around Brisbane? Cast your vote in the QMA People's Choice Awards before midnight 28 February for your chance to win!