SXSW 2014 Now Accepting Band Applications
World renowned music industry conference South By Southwest (SXSW) is now accepting band applications for artists interested in performing at next year’s edition, taking place between Tuesday 11th March to Sunday 16th March, 2014. Taking over Austin, Texas each year, SXSW sees over 25,000 industry representatives and more than 3,000 media figures taking over the city along with thousands of music fans.
SXSW has hosted some of music’s biggest names, including Dave Grohl, Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Nicks, Iggy Pop, Prince, Justin Timberlake, and Snoop Dogg, as well as breaking emerging bands every year, taking credit for boosting the careers of Alabama Shakes, Haim, Mumford & Sons, Kimbra, and countless more. It offers career-changing exposure and publicity to an invaluable ream of influential sources that attend SXSW each year. Sonicbids is the online submission platform for SXSW 2014. All applications must be submitted no later than October 11, 2013. Application fees are $33 for early submissions, $45 for applications submitted after September 6, 2013. To apply, head to http://www.sxsw.com/music/shows/apply For more info head to SXSW.com.
New Network Ten TV Show To Feature Live Music
Following on from the good news of the Tim Rogers-hosted Studio At The Memo hitting Australian TV screens this month, Network Ten have announced the debut of a new weekly programme called This Week Live, a comedy-based variety hosted by Australian funnyman Tommy Little that will feature live music performances. Fellow comics Dave Thornton, Meshel Laurie, and Tom Gleeson have also been ear-marked as regulars the show while producers begin the search for musical guests to reportedly perform acoustic ‘unplugged’ sets during the show’s closing spot. Filming has been pencilled to begin at Ten’s Melbourne studios on Wednesday 24th July and is helmed by producer Craig Campbell, whose credits include the popular prime time series Rove Live, which regularly hosted live music performances. As discussed in Tone Deaf’s opinion piece, any and all live music performance opportunities on Aussie TV are always welcome. (via TheMusic)
Deep Sea Arcade Sign To Chugg Music
Off the back of their French duet with Washington for the new Mélodie Française compilation, Sydney’s Deep Sea Arcade have announced their signing to Chugg Music, expanding the roster of the Chugg Entertainment arm that features Lime Cordiale, The Griswolds, Hey Geronimo and Sheppard. Currently in the UK working on the follow-up to their debut album Outlands, released through Ivy League last year, Michael Chugg calls the five-piece “one of the best bands in Australia.” Adding that: “we’re very excited to be working with them, along with the rest of our Chugg Music roster. They have been selling out shows all over Europe and playing the biggest festivals. It won’t be long before the whole world knows them.” Deep Sea Arcade return to Australia this September for a national tour. (via TheMusic)
Fraser A Gorman Awarded First Ever Mushroom Music Publishing Recording Grant
Mushroom have announced the launch of a new annual recording grant worth $10,000 “to be awarded to one Mushroom published writer,” naming Melbourne singer-songwriter Fraser A. Gorman as the first artist to be awarded the financial career boost. “Our writers have always been Mushroom’s strength and we understand how important it is for them to continue making recordings of their original material,” reads a statement about the new MMP grant. “Coming from an independent background, we have a lot of respect for the “do it yourself” approach and acknowledge that many of our writers have completed and released high standard recordings away from the traditional recording studio set up.” After earning his stripes gigging around Torquay and Geelong from the age of 15, Fraser A. Gorman released his self-titled EP last year and will benefit greatly from the $10,000 grant as he works towards recording his debut album. Along with his band Big Harvest, Gorman has played festivals including Meredith, Falls, Boogie, Port Fairy and Queenscliff Music Festivals. Fraser A Gorman & Big Harvest will play to sold-out audiences nationwide in support of Vance Joy this August and September.
3RRR Radiothon Announces Launch Dates
Community Radio station Triple R 102.7fm has announced the dates for its annual Radiothon, this year taking place from Friday 9th August until Sunday 18th August 2013. A fully independent, non-profit community broadcaster, 3RRR is able to persevere off the funding and subscriptions of passionate and dedicated listeners. The theme for the 2013 Radiothon is “A Party To Subscribe To”, once again asking listeners and music livers to answer the annual call for subscriptions and pledge their suppor to the station for another 12 months. The theme proscribes lots of “party antics, tips and tracks on air over the coming weeks,” promises the station. “And remember – you gotta fight for your right to party!” A message made loud and clear after protests finally saw the Federal Government hearing the rallying cry for funding support to ensure the future of community radio’s digital broadcasting.
3RRR Subscribers not only help fund the station’s operations, but are given access to discounts for a variety of services and shops all over Melbourne, as well as the chance to win the station’s many giveaways to ‘3RRR Presents’ gigs, concerts, events, and films. As well as the massive Radiothon prize draw, and exclusive passes to the subscriber-only performances in the Triple R Performance Space. So mark the date, Aug 9-18, and for more info, head to http://www.rrr.org.au/
Qantas 2013 Spirit Of Youth Music Awards Open To Entrants
Entries are now open for the Music category in the 2013 Qantas Spirit of Youth Awards (SOYA), offering artists aged 30 and under the opportunity to advance their creative careers with flights and cash prizes up for grabs in the competition. The category winner will be able to jet away to their inspirational destination of choice with $5,000 in Qantas flights as well as a cash prize of $5,000. The 2013 SOYA Music winner will also receive professional mentorship with Lee Groves, the internationally revered producer, songwriter, and engineer to the likes of Depeche Mode, Goldfrapp, and Bertie Blackman.
“The entries show that a musically rich landscape exists in Australia,” says Lee. “It’s been so rewarding for me to mentor previous winners and help develop their careers with assistance from the Qantas SOYA program.” 2012 SOYA Music winner Caitlin Park, who won a mentorship with Silverchair’s Daniel Johns and was flown to New York for the CMJ Music Marathon, enthused about the prize’s opportunities. “Most importantly, it fed a hunger to make music and be creative,” she says. Submissions close 2pm on Tuesday 6th August and are open to musicians from all genres. For more information on the 2013 SOYA awards including Terms & Conditions and entry tips visit www.soya.com.au
