Talent On Tap: August ’25
TALENT ON TAP // NEW MUSIC FOR AUGUST BROUGHT TO YOU BY BURLEIGH BREWING CO. Words by Emily Halloran | Cover: Chavez Cartel August is bursting with new local releases covering every genre, from raw rock, dreamy pop, heavy-hitting 90s grunge, heartfelt country and dark alt-club beats… We’ve pulled together what’s new, what’s debuting, and […]
Your guide to the Sundown lineup
The countdown is well and truly on as Sundown returns to the streets of Southport next weekend. Think good tunes, good mates, and a sunset soundtrack you won’t forget. If you’re all about live music that hits different, you won’t want to miss it. Whether you’re chasing gritty indie rock, punchy alt-pop bangers, or wistful […]
Drum As You Are – BLEACH* Festival
Drum As You Are – BLEACH* Festival | Aug 3, HOTA
Sundown is back, baby!
Sundown – FREE pop-up music event returns Saturday 26 July to Southport
TALENT ON TAP: JULY ’25
TALENT ON TAP // NEW MUSIC FOR JULY BROUGHT TO YOU BY BURLEIGH BREWING CO. Words by Emily Halloran | Cover: Selve We’re halfway through the year and Gold Coast artists are picking up the pace, dropping debut EPs, teasing what’s next, and pushing into new sounds. Some artists are just getting started – others […]
TAFE Queensland Steps Up to Deliver Music Education on the Gold Coast
With Southern Cross University winding down its Bachelor of Music program, TAFE Queensland is doing its bit to back the next generation of local talent — offering a comprehensive suite of music programs that not only fill the gap but are designed to meet the real-world needs of today’s music industry.
Talent On Tap: June ’25
New music from Gold Coast artists, brought to you by Burleigh Brewing Co.
2025 Gold Coast Music Awards nominations now open!
Following a record-breaking attendance at the 2024 Gold Coast Music Awards, our 10th anniversary celebration, today the Gold Coast Music Network officially opens nominations for the 11th Gold Coast Music Awards taking place on Thursday 27 November, 2025 at HOTA, Home of the Arts. The 2025 Gold Coast Music Awards welcome nominations across ten diverse […]
GCMA Nomination Assistance
NOMINATIONS FOR THE 2025 GOLD COAST MUSIC AWARDS ARE NOW OPEN! NEED HELP WITH YOUR GCMA NOMINATION? SUPPORT IS AVAILABLE. DROP-IN ASSISTANCE SESSIONS ARE YOU OR A BAND, ARTIST, CREATIVE OR VENUE (OR SOMEONE WHO PROFESSIONALLY REPRESENTS A NOMINEE) PLANNING TO NOMINATE FOR THE 2025 GOLD COAST MUSIC AWARDS? We’re hosting online drop-in sessions to […]
Gold Coast Music Network’s 2025 Line-Up
We’ve come a long way since launching the Gold Coast Music Awards in an empty brewery back in 2015. What began as a one-night celebration of local talent has grown into a year-round program of events, activities and opportunities designed to support and connect the Gold Coast music community. Here’s just a little snapshot of […]