As BIGSOUND 2025 approaches, the national spotlight once again shines on one of the biggest events in the Australian music industry calendar, set to take over Fortitude Valley from 2–5 September.
This year, Gold Coast artists are coming in loud, with a powerful lineup repping our shining region. Our corner of the country is delivering a wildly diverse selection of artists destined to make waves on the national and global stage.
Here’s a closer look at some of the local talent representing our region at Australia’s biggest music industry showcase.
Birren
Bundjalung artist Birren blends ocean-inspired rhythms with a heartfelt, rootsy sound grounded in his upbringing in Fingal Head. With a soothing voice and grooves that transport audiences to saltwater daydreams, Birren’s music offers a space to connect, move, and reflect. His latest single “Summer” is a feel-good soundtrack for long days and golden hours.
Wed 3 Sept — 8:30 PM @ Ric’s Backyard
Thu 4 Sept — 7:30 PM @ The Sound Garden (Goolwal Garden)
Briana Dinsdale
Timeless twang with a modern soul, that’s the magic of Briana Dinsdale. Hailing from neighbouring Logan, Briana was named a 2025 Toyota Star Maker finalist and is fast becoming one of the most exciting voices in contemporary country. She’s already got a top 10 national country radio hit (Real Time Love) under her belt and has graced the stages of Gympie Muster and Groundwater. With her rich songwriting and commanding presence, Briana is poised to impress on the BIGSOUND stage.
Wed 3 Sept — 10:15 PM @ Honky Tonks
Thur 4 Sept – 11:30 PM @ Birdees
Chloe Styler
Named Breakout Artist of the Year at the 2024 Gold Coast Music Awards, Chloe Styler is no stranger to the big stage. From The Bluebird Café to CMA Fest and Suncorp Stadium, she’s captivated audiences with her raw storytelling and irresistible pop hooks. With over 600k streams, a slew of accolades, and a magnetic live energy, Chloe continues to prove she’s not just breaking out, she’s blazing her own trail.
Tue 2 Sept — 7:30 PM @ Ric’s Backyard
Wed 3 Sept — 4:30 PM @ BIGSOUND Country Showcase (Brunswick Street Mall Stage)
Wed 3 Sept — 9:15 PM @ Honky Tonks
daste.
Smooth, soulful, and impossible not to vibe to, daste. are an indie-pop duo with global appeal. With a sound that lives somewhere between LEISURE, Tora, and Jungle, their songs have racked up over 100 million streams on Spotify. Having played SXSW Sydney, Cross The Tracks (UK), and headline shows across three continents, daste. arrive at BIGSOUND 2025 as seasoned groove-merchants ready to hypnotise a whole new crowd.
Wed 3 Sept — 10:30 PM @ Eclipse
Thur 4 Sept – 7:30 PM @ Wonderland Downstairs
Eliza & The Delusionals
One of the Gold Coast’s most celebrated exports, Eliza & The Delusionals have grown from local darlings into an international force. With a catalogue boasting hits like Just Exist (which topped SiriusXM AltNation), high-profile collabs with Butch Vig and Sarah Aarons, and tours alongside Silversun Pickups, this indie pop-rock powerhouse continues to climb. Expect emotion, energy, and a set to remember.
Wed 3 Sept — 10:15 PM @ Crowbar
Lyric
At just 21, darling of the Gold Coast music scene, Lyric is building a movement. With sold-out shows across Australia and the UK (some in under two hours), Spilt Milk billing alongside Kendrick Lamar, and a viral presence across TikTok and streaming platforms, she’s a pop powerhouse in the making. Her blend of songwriting vulnerability and production polish is propelling her to stardom and BIGSOUND is just the beginning.
Tue 2 Sept — 8:30 PM @ Brunswick Street Mall Stage
Thur 4 Sept – 10:30 PM @ Wonderland Downstairs
Nate G
Gold Coast hip-hop is in safe hands with Nate G. After commanding attention on triple j’s Bars of Steel and receiving national airplay across the board, Nate has gone on to headline shows and light up stages at Splendour in the Grass and Laneway. Known for sharp lyricism and an undeniable stage presence, he’s one of the region’s most important rising voices. Also known as a member of well-loved local hip-hop outfit ECB, we’re excited to see what’s next for Nate G.
Tue 2 Sept – 10:30 PM @ Ric’s Backyard
Wed 3 Sept — 11:30 PM @ The Sound Garden (Goolwal Garden)
SOUNDS LIKE THE GOLD COAST
Before you hit the first night’s showcases, head to Crowbar for a special Gold Coast music showcase and discover the next wave of artists breaking out of the Gold Coast, featuring daste. and Eliza and the Delusionals.
With fresh investment in the local music scene and exciting new infrastructure on the horizon, this showcase proves why the Gold Coast is one of Australia’s hottest breeding grounds for talent.
Tue 2 Sept – 6PM-7:30PM @ Crowbar
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This year’s BIGSOUND showcase selection proves what we already know: our region is a breeding ground for musical greatness. Whether you’re into indie grooves, country confessionals or fresh hip-hop, these artists are ready to represent and redefine the soundtrack of our region.
BIGSOUND 2025 takes over Fortitude Valley from September 2-5. Get the lowdown on BIGSOUND right here.