The keynote speakers have been announced for the Bigsound 2011 music conference in Brisbane this September and they include none other than legendary Creation Records founder Alan McGee. McGee, who signed iconic artists such as Primal Scream, Oasis, My Bloody Valentine and Ride is to speak at the event which is held in Fortitude Valley from 7th – 9th September.
The initial lineup of speakers is: Alan McGee Creation Records/Poptones Founder : Tim Clark ie:music : David Enthoven ie: music : Tony Harlow Warner Music Australia : Kevin French Paradigm Talent Agency : Jaddan Comerford Staple Group : Paul Hanly Frenchkiss Records : Natalie Judge Matador Records : Andy Kelly Winterman and Goldstein / Ivy League Records : Andy Kent Love Police Touring/You Am I : Mary Mihelakos Stage Mothers : Kristy Ryan Secret Secret Sounds Sponsorship : Iain Shedden The Australian : Damian Trotter Sony/ATV Music publishing and more to be announced!
For more information and registration go to http://www.qmusic.com.au/bigsound/2011/