RAC Arena’s Limelight applications are now open!
For the fourth consecutive year, RAC Arena is once again giving local musicians the chance to step into the spotlight with the return of Limelight, a hyper local music support fund presented by RAC Arena and supported by West Australian Music (WAM). Continuing the venue’s commitment to nurturing homegrown talent, Limelight supports the winning Western […]
Perform at Laneway 2026
Triple j are giving artists on Unearthed the chance to join the line-up and perform at Laneway Festival 2026. One local act will be chosen for each Australian location (Gold Coast, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth). You’ll be sharing the stage with some of the biggest names around. We’re talking Chappell Roan, PinkPantheress, Wolf Alice, […]
Complete the Survey! Music Australia’s The Bass Line II
Calling all musicians, music businesses and music workers! In June 2025, Music Australia revealed the music industry generated $8.78 billion in revenue through its landmark report, The Bass Line. Now it’s time to build on that story. Australians know instinctively – and research confirms – that music brings us together, supports wellbeing and enriches our […]
Perform at Perth Festival Powerhouse
Small acts, big sounds. Powerhouse is a night of emerging homegrown bands, ready to hit you with your new favourite song. Powerhouse is the brainchild of Oscar Cvitan of Birdland, who saw a gap in the industry for emerging artists and decided to make a change. Alongside his band Birdland (featuring his fellow triplets Conrad […]
Music Australia’s Export Development Fund is now open!
Export Development Fund is now open! Planning to tour overseas, record new music, or promote a release in international markets? You could be eligible for funding across three categories: International Performance and Touring – matched funding up to $75,000* (previously $25,000) International Artistic and Professional Development – matched funding up to $15,000. International Market and […]
Nannup Music Festival – Remote Aboriginal Artist Development Project
The Nannup Music Festival is excited to share the first single from our Remote Aboriginal Artist Development Program and announce that Expressions of Interest are now open for year two of the program, supported by the West Australian Government’s Contemporary Music Fund. Kiwirrkurra Band who were selected from eleven worthy acts in early 2025, travelled […]
WA Music Week: Programmed Events EOI Now Open!
As part of WA Music Week, WAM is inviting the wider music industry to be part of our official program through WA Music Week Programmed Events Initiative. We’re seeking to collaborate with small businesses, community groups, regional organisations, small labels and anyone across the sector with a great idea for a music event. The goal is to […]
triple j, WAM and Music Australia present: More Than A One Night Stand Sessions
With just under three weeks to go until triple j brings some of Australia’s hottest artists to Busselton—including Spacey Jane, LUUDE, Ruby Fields, 3%, Blusher, Velvet Trip,Fool Nelson and a host of special guests—we’re thrilled to announce that the More Than A One Night Stand Sessions are back, and coming to South West WA from […]
Be mentored by WAM: Music Industry Mentoring Program!
Looking to get your foot in the door of the music industry? Want to come be mentored by us?! Our friends at The Push have opened applications for their Music Industry Mentoring Program! The Push is looking for 11 young people to participate in the a national workplace learning program – giving you the opportunity […]
Sound States: Music Mentorship Program
Back for its fifth season, Sound States – Western Australia’s leading music mentorship program presented by 360 Artist Logistics – is now accepting applications for 2025. Designed for early-career artist managers and self-managed artists, this transformative program empowers participants with the knowledge, skills, and networks needed to take control of their careers. Taking place across […]