by Issy Schoonenberg | Jun 30, 2026 | Events, News
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...
by Issy Schoonenberg | Jun 22, 2026 | News
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...
by Issy Schoonenberg | Apr 27, 2026 | Events, News
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...
by Issy Schoonenberg | Apr 23, 2026 | News
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...
by Issy Schoonenberg | Mar 19, 2026 | Gold Coast Music Awards, News
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,...
by Issy Schoonenberg | Mar 12, 2026 | News
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...