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Muster Talent Search
Gympie Music Muster is on the search for the next big name to hit Main Stage! Muster Talent Search is open to juniors (12-17 years) and anyone over 18. Applications are open now until 11.59pm May 17.
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Carol Lloyd Award Finalists
Five incredible finalists have been announced for the 2019 Carol Lloyd Award. Sahara Beck, Ella Fence, Angharad Drake, Andrea Kirwin and Asha Jefferies are all in the running for the prestigious $15K award, presented by the Queensland Music Festival.
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GCMA Announce 2019 Finalists
The Gold Coast Music Awards has unveiled 31 finalists across eight categories for its 2019 edition, a list that includes Amy Shark, San Mei, Casey Barnes, Ian Peres and Mass Sky Raid. The awards will be celebrated with an illustrious beachfront event in the iconic Surfers Paradise, 2 May.
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MEET: Paris Irwin
Brisbane indie-pop up and comer, and winner of a mentoring session with Gold Coast Producer Paces, Paris Irwin is getting noticed for her dreamy ethereal vocals and composition on triple j Unearthed track 'Mute Me'.
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Activate Music Grant 2019
Applications open 3 May for the RADF Activate Music Grant, which supports the development of the Gold Coast’s contemporary music artists and industry. Music practitioners and industry professionals from all genres and career stages with a significant connection to the Gold Coast can apply, grant closes 31 May.
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Get Involved for Make Music Day!
Professional and amateur musicians alike, community groups and music lovers are invited to take part in Make Music Day on 21 June.
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AIR Awards Unveil 2019 Nominees
The 2019 AIR Awards nominees have been unveiled, with some of the Queensland's finest emerging and established acts making the cut. Celebrated singer songwriter Emily Wurramara and dance floor fillers Confidence Man lead a massive local contingent with two nominations each.
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BIGSOUND @ SXSW
BIGSOUND teamed up with SOUNDS AUSTRALIA to bring the second BIGSOUND Brunch to SXSW, serving up a killer combo of bloody marys, bacon and egg burgers and amazing Aussie bands!
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APRA Awards Nods for QLD Pop Royalty
Local pop juggernauts Amy Shark and Sheppard are among the nominees for the 2019 APRA Music Awards, the annual event that celebrates excellence in contemporary music and honours songwriters and music publishers that have achieved outstanding success in their fields.
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Turn Up! Returns
The 2019 Turn Up! Sunshine Coast Music Industry Conference is turning 6 and has a two day celebration planned at The Playhouse at Solbar, Maroochydore on Thursday 17 and Friday 18 October. Early bird tickets are now on sale and artist showcase applications are open!
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QMA 2019 Winners Announced
The sold-out event was an incredible showcase of the contribution that music makes to Queensland’s cultural life, and the exceptional caliber of musicianship that the state has to offer to a worldwide audience. Check out the winners!
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Pool Shop Wins Billy Thorpe Scholarship
The Brisbane dream-pop shoegaze outfit received the prestigious $10K award as part of the sold-out 2019 QMA Ceremony.