Grants & Funding
Letty Katts Award
The State Library of Queensland’s 2018 Letty Katts Award supports the research and documenting of Queensland’s music history. Applications close 21 March.
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Americana Music Prize
Revered Australian roots and country musician Shane Nicholson has announced the new Americana Music Prize of Australia initiative with a prize pack of $10,000. Entries close March 2.
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Needle In The Hay Vinyl Comp
A bi-annual competition and event offering emerging artists a chance to win a 250 x 7" vinyl pressing of their single! Entries close March 31.
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Toowoomba Busking Festival
Whether you’re a seasoned busker or a newcomer, this event is for you. Over $2500 in cash prizes and endless networking opportunities
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How do we actually change the culture of the music industry?
"Now is a critical time. The massive vocal disruption that has brought the music industry’s cultural problems to the surface presents a unique opportunity." QMusic CEO Joel Edmondson.
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Pink Matter
Hailing from Brisbane, neo soul 4-piece Pink Matter have released their debut track Quicksand, thanks to the help of Industry Connect workshops!
Workshops
Put Us First Fest
Start Queensland Women's Week with Put Us First Fest, an all ages day of workshops for women and non-binary folks who want to pursue music, whether it’s their hobby, passion project or career.
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Music Cities Convention
Heading to Melbourne for its first ever Australasian edition, tickets are on sale now for the two-day event! Taking place in April the convention will feature some of the best music industry minds from all over the world.
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Support Act Partner With Levi's®
"Levi's involvement will enable us to reach the widest possible audience, using the most sophisticated channels, opportunities which we simply cannot afford on our own. It is heartening to see international corporations taking their social responsibilities so seriously."
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Levi’s® Music Prize
Artists who have performed on the official BIGSOUND line up between 2013 – 2017 are invited to apply for round three. Applications close March 10.
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2018 JP Partnership
APRA AMCOS have teamed up with beloved Aussie singer-songwriter Josh Pyke to deliver the 2018 JP Partnership, awarding one lucky musician invaluable mentorship plus a $7500 grant. Entries close 31 March.
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Qld Hottest 100 Winners!
2017 was another massive year for Australian music, a fact reflected by a total 65 songs by homegrown acts making the countdown.