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Sundown brings the heat to Southport this July
Good Vibes. Great Music. No Tickets Required. Southport is about to throw one hell of a street party. Your winter plans? Sorted. On Saturday 18 July, Southport is throwing one of the Gold Coast's biggest street parties, and the best part? It won't cost you a cent....
8 young acts announced for Create. Make. Release.
We're excited to announce the eight young artists and bands who have been selected to participate in CREATE.MAKE.RELEASE., a Gold Coast Music Network program designed to support the next generation of music makers. The calibre of expressions of interest received was...
Music Industry Mingle: The Changing Face of Live Music
The live music landscape in Australia has been rapidly evolving. Venue closures, rising costs, declining ticket sales and shifting audience behaviour are reshaping the landscape for artists, promoters and venue owners. This Music Industry Mingle will bring together a...
Gold Coast Talent Shines at 2026 Queensland Music Awards
The Gold Coast’s music community has taken centre stage at the 2026 Queensland Music Awards (QMAs), with a strong showing of local talent, venues and collaborators recognised among the state’s best. Held on the Gold Coast for the first time at the iconic Miami...
Gold Coast Music Awards organisers announce they’re calling it quits
Gold Coast Music Awards organisers have announced they’re calling it quits. Co-founders Chloe, Samantha and Amanda are helping a new entity establish who will take over the Awards - which will go ahead this year under renewed leadership and energy. Chloe Popa,...
Gold Coast takes the spotlight at 2026 QMAs
Gold Coast artists and venues shine among the 2026 Queensland Music Awards finalists The Gold Coast music scene is making serious noise in this year’s Queensland Music Awards (QMAs), with a strong showing of local artists, venues and music industry players landing...
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