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Applications are now open for Round 3 of @GlobalMu

Applications are now open for Round 3 of @GlobalMusicMatch.

If you're an artist who plays music rooted in acoustic, folk, roots, traditional or world music genres, here's your chance to be a part of a truly international program.

Recommended for acts that are starting to explore and embrace an international career, participants will develop their social media skillsets, learn about new markets and interact with new audiences, create new and engaging content, and have the opportunity to work together to create musical collaborations on a global scale – all without the costs associated with international travel.

96 artists from 14 countries participated in the first edition, with 74 artists from 17 countries taking part in the second, each taking turns in being spotlighted through a series of interviews, live sets, unreleased material and exclusive collaborations.

Check out the #globalmusicmatch hashtag on socials to see what's been created previously.

Interested in applying? Hit the link in our bio.

Yesterday was an incredible day in Central Park, N

Yesterday was an incredible day in Central Park, New York City.

THE AUSSIE BBQ @summerstage returned after three years, and we want to thank the thousands of New Yorkers who came to see @dabakerboy, @electricfields_music, @gflip, @haikuhands, @pekingduk and @youami_gbtflou.

We were thrilled to have @ian.laidlaw there to capture some amazing photos from the showcase. We’ll be posting more in the coming days.

If you were there, or you were watching the livestream, we’d love to know your highlights.

A huge thank you to @dfat, @ausconsulateny and the Australian Mission to the UN for their support, everyone at @cpfnyc and @summerstage, plus our funding partners @auscouncilarts, @apraamcos, @aria_official, PPCA, @creatensw and @sagovernment.

We’ll see you in 2023.

#theaussiebbq #summerstage

It’s the eve of THE AUSSIE BBQ @SummerStage and

It’s the eve of THE AUSSIE BBQ @SummerStage and we can’t wait for tomorrow!

This Saturday June 18, Sounds Australia and @capitalone @cpfnyc will present six exciting Australian artists at SummerStage in Central Park, New York City.

Australian rock royalty @youami_gbtflou will be taking to the BBQ stage tomorrow. One of our country’s most loved live acts, You Am I recorded their first three seminal records in the USA. Now that they’re back in New York City, get ready for a career-spanning set at THE AUSSIE BBQ from these legends.

After three years away, Sounds Australia is incredibly excited to return to Central Park with the support of @dfat, including @ausconsulateny and the Australian Mission to the United Nations.

Entry is free and gates are at 4pm. Come along if you’re in New York City, and tag NYC mates who you think should see You Am I play.

Joining You Am I will be @dabakerboy, @electricfields_music, @haikuhands, @gflip and @pekingduk.

Extra thanks to Office for the Arts, @auscouncilarts, @apraamcos, @aria_official, PPCA, @creatensw and @sagovernment.

#theaussiebbq #summerstage

Only one day to go until THE AUSSIE BBQ @SummerSta

Only one day to go until THE AUSSIE BBQ @SummerStage!

This Saturday June 18, Sounds Australia and @capitalone @cpfnyc will present six exciting Australian artists at SummerStage in Central Park, New York City.

@pekingduk - the multi-platinum, multiple award-winning dance duo of Adam Hyde and Reuben Styles - have headlined some of the biggest festivals in Australia and tomorrow at THE AUSSIE BBQ you’ll get to see (and hear) why their songs have soundtracked packed dance floors and festival fields across the country for the past few years.

After three years away, Sounds Australia is incredibly excited to return to Central Park with the support of @dfat, including @ausconsulateny and the Australian Mission to the United Nations.

Entry is free and gates are at 4pm. Come along if you’re in New York City, and tag NYC mates who you think should see Peking Duk play.

Joining the Duk will be @dabakerboy, @electricfields_music, @haikuhands, @gflip and @youami_gbtflou.

Extra thanks to Office for the Arts, @auscouncilarts, @apraamcos, @aria_official, PPCA, @creatensw and @sagovernment.

Just a couple of days until THE AUSSIE BBQ @Summer

Just a couple of days until THE AUSSIE BBQ @SummerStage!

This Saturday June 18, Sounds Australia and @capitalone @cpfnyc will present six exciting Australian artists at SummerStage in Central Park, New York City.

@haikuhands will be bringing the party to SummerStage this weekend. Expect an explosive, celebratory set from the group whose music has been described by Rolling Stone as having a “genre-shifting, kaleidoscopic sound”. With their live shows garnering rave reviews, make sure you wear dancing shoes on Saturday.

After three years away, Sounds Australia is incredibly excited to return to Central Park with the support of @dfat, including @ausconsulateny and Australian Mission to the United Nations.

Entry is free and gates are at 4pm. Come along if you’re in New York City, and tag NYC mates who you think should see Haiku Hands play.

Joining Haiku Hands will be @dabakerboy, @electricfields_music, @gflip, @pekingduk and @youami_gbtflou.

Extra thanks to Office for the Arts, @auscouncilarts, @apraamcos, @aria_official, PPCA, @creatensw and @sagovernment.

New York: THE AUSSIE BBQ @SummerStage is almost he

New York: THE AUSSIE BBQ @SummerStage is almost here.

This Saturday June 18, Sounds Australia and @capitalone @cpfnyc will present six exciting Australian artists at SummerStage in Central Park, New York City.

@gflip will be taking to the stage this Saturday. With a sound entirely their own, G has been carving out their own space in the pop music world. “Bold and fiery”, “fierce” and “brash” are just some of the words that‘ve been used to describe G Flip’s tunes. The multi-instrumentalist is set to light up THE AUSSIE BBQ stage with a performance you won’t want to miss.

After three years away, Sounds Australia is incredibly excited to return to Central Park with the support of @dfat, including @ausconsulateny and the Australian Mission to the United Nations.

Entry is free and gates are at 4pm. Come along if you’re in New York City, and tag NYC mates who you think should see G Flip play.

Joining G Flip will be @dabakerboy, @electricfields_music, @haikuhands, @pekingduk and @youami_gbtflou.

Extra thanks to Office for the Arts, @auscouncilarts, @apraamcos, @aria_official, PPCA, @creatensw and @sagovernment.

It’s five days until THE AUSSIE BBQ @SummerStage

It’s five days until THE AUSSIE BBQ @SummerStage!

This Saturday June 18, Sounds Australia and @capitalone @cpfnyc will present six exciting Australian artists at SummerStage in Central Park, New York City.

The multi-award winning @electricfields_music will be one of the acts performing. The music of Zaachariaha Fielding and Michael Ross was once described "as exciting as it is emotionally moving – the beauty and sheer power of their musicality is breathtaking.” Zaachariaha sings in Pitjantjatjara, Yankunytjatjara and English, and their live performances are magnetic, dramatic and captivating.

After three years away, Sounds Australia is incredibly excited to return to Central Park with the support of @dfat, including @ausintheus and Australian Mission to the United Nations.

Entry is free and gates are at 4pm. Come along if you’re in New York City, and tag NYC mates who you think should see Electric Fields play.

Joining Electric Fields will be @dabakerboy, @gflip, @haikuhands, @pekingduk and @youami_gbtflou.

Extra thanks to Office for the Arts, @auscouncilarts, @apraamcos, @aria_official, PPCA, @creatensw and @sagovernment.

The countdown is on to THE AUSSIE BBQ @SummerStage

The countdown is on to THE AUSSIE BBQ @SummerStage!

This Saturday June 18, Sounds Australia and @capitalone @cpfnyc will present six exciting Australian artists at SummerStage in Central Park, New York City.

Proud Yolngu man, previous Young Australian Of The Year and the rapper and dancer known as the Fresh Prince Of Arnhem Land, @dabakerboy will be taking to the stage as part of his first ever tour of the USA. Come and see the artist who Rolling Stone says has “the capacity to take over the hip hop game”.

After three years away, Sounds Australia is incredibly excited to return to Central Park with the support of @dfat, including @ausintheus and Australian Mission to the United Nations.

Entry is free and gates are at 4pm. Come along if you’re in New York City, and tag your NYC mates who you think should see Baker Boy play.

Joining Baker Boy will be @electricfields_music, @gflip, @haikuhands, @pekingduk and @youami_gbtflou.

Extra thanks to Office for the Arts, @auscouncilarts, @apraamcos, @aria_official, PPCA and @creatensw.

Last week, in partnership with the @australianmusi

Last week, in partnership with the @australianmusiccentre, we led a delegation of Australian classical and art music professionals to @classicalnext in Hannover.

It was an exciting year for Australia, with @zubinkanga selected as one of this year’s showcasing artists, and Ngarra-Burria (a partnership between @moogahlin, the @australianmusiccentre, the @anuschoolofmusic & @ensembleoffspring) winning the Classical:NEXT Innovation Award.

There’ll be no conference next year, but we look forward to seeing everyone in 2024 (although hopefully before that, in other parts of the world!)

The first three images are by us, and the last three are from @ericvannieuwland.

Extra thanks to the Office for the Arts, @auscouncilarts, @apraamcos, @aria_official, PPCA and @creatensw.

Last week, with support from Tourism @Australia, T

Last week, with support from Tourism @Australia, THE AUSSIE BBQ London returned to @colourshoxton for the first time in three years, with 20 Australian artists showcasing across two stages.

We were so excited to be back, and thank you to everyone who came along, even with the rain and the FA Cup finals - and huge thanks to @art.wozniak who captured these awesome photos from the showcase.

#TheAussieBBQ London was a part of the #UKAUSeason 2021-22.

Extra thanks to the Office for the Arts, @auscouncilarts, @apraamcos, @aria_official, PPCA and @creatensw.

A few weekends ago, on Saturday May 14, Brighton a

A few weekends ago, on Saturday May 14, Brighton absolutely turned it on for our showcase at TGE Beach for this year's @greatescapefest - our first showcase there in three years.

It was a glorious day to watch Australian artists take over three stages on a sunny afternoon, and a huge thank you to everyone who came along to watch them. We hope you discovered your new favourite Australian act.

This showcase was also a part of the #UKAUSeason 2021-22.

Here are a couple of photos from the day: photos 1-5 were shot by @hello_content and 6-10 were shot by us.

Extra thanks to Tourism @Australia, the Office for the Arts, @auscouncilarts, @apraamcos, @aria_official, PPCA and @creatensw.

Yesterday we returned to @komedia_brighton for the

Yesterday we returned to @komedia_brighton for the first time since 2019, with ten Australians showcasing as part of @greatescapefest.

We absolutely loved being back, and a huge thank you to all the Komedia staff and everyone who came to see the showcasing artists.

Tomorrow we’re at TGE Beach for an afternoon of Australian music. To see set times and who’s showcasing, head to the link in our bio.

Come along and you’ll have a chance to win a trip to live and work in Australia.

#TGE22 #UKAUSeason @ukaustraliaseason

Thanks to the Office for the Arts, @auscouncilarts, @apraamcos, @aria_official, PPCA and @creatensw.

We’re back in Brighton, baby! This week, with s

We’re back in Brighton, baby!

This week, with support from Tourism @Australia, we're back in the UK for the first time since 2019 to produce showcases and networking events at @greatescapefest in Brighton, and host THE AUSSIE BBQ London at @colourshoxton.

24 Australian acts are heading to Brighton, and we're hosting two showcases across five stages: today at @komedia_brighton and Saturday on TGE Beach.

Then on Sunday, as part of the #UKAUSeason 2021-22, THE AUSSIE BBQ London will return to Colours Hoxton. 20 Australian acts, 2 stages, almost 12 hours of music. Tickets are on sale now.

For more information on all our showcases and the Australian acts performing at them, check out the link in our bio.

Thanks to the Office for the Arts, @auscouncilarts, @apraamcos, @aria_official, PPCA and @creatensw.

#tge22

Sixteen Australian music industry bodies represent

Sixteen Australian music industry bodies representing an industry worth $16 billion a year to the digital, entertainment, hospitality, and tourism economies have come together to outline a three-point plan in the lead-up to the 2022 Federal Election.

We've shared the document in the link in our bio.

A big thank you to:
@aamaustralia, @APRAAMCOS, @australianfestivalassociation, @australianguildscreencomposers, @ausindies, @almbc__ , @australianmusicindustrynetwork, AMPAL, @aria_official, PPCA, @crewcareaustralia, @livemusicoffice, @liveperformanceaustralia, @natsim0, and @supportact.

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Tag your London mates and tell them THE AUSSIE BBQ

Tag your London mates and tell them THE AUSSIE BBQ is back! After three years, the largest showcase of Australian music in the UK returns to @colourshoxton on Sunday May 15.

Tickets are £13 + fees and on sale now. The link is in our bio.

You'll see sets from @alex.the.astronaut, @aliceivymusic, @becamani, @brekkyboy, @carolineandclaude, @didirri_, @iamdriftwood, @flowerkidmusic, @gracecummingsmusic, @harryheartau, @keliholiday, @little_quirks_band, @merpiremusic, @pist.idiots, @shady_nasty, @somberbynight, @syccoworld, @telenovaofficial, @thevannsband and @tynejamesorgan.

You'll also have a chance to win a flight to Australia at the show.

THE AUSSIE BBQ London 2022 is supported by Tourism @Australia and Part of the UK/Australia Season 2021-22.

Thanks to the Office for the Arts, @auscouncilarts, @apraamcos, @aria_official, PPCA and @creatensw.

MUSIC: Telenova - 'Why Do I Keep You?'

#UKAUSeason #TheAussieBBQ

22 Australian artists will showcase as part of @Fo

22 Australian artists will showcase as part of @Folk_Alliance International over the next few weeks, taking place virtually as well as in Kansas City.

This year's official showcasing artists include @annasmyrk, @charmoffinchesband, @colin.lillie.music, @georgiamooney, @nigelwearne, @theheartcollectors and @xani.k.

@bobby_alu, @ernest_aines, @georgiastateline, @glennskuthorpemusic, @grettaziller, @joelhavea, @lorenryanmusic, @marthamarlow, @melaniehorsnell, @nancybatesmusician, @parvynmusic, @rubymarygill, @ruth_hazleton, @theweepingwillows and @wemavericksmusic will perform spotlight showcases.

We will also host our CLOSE UP spotlight showcase on Monday May 9 at 7pm CDT.

For more information, and to find out when all the Australians are showcasing, head to the Folk Alliance link in our bio.

With thanks to the Office for the Arts, @auscouncilarts, @apraamcos, @aria_official, PPCA and @creatensw.

Here’s a taste of the music and networking from

Here’s a taste of the music and networking from three days of @Jazzahead in Bremen, Germany this past week.

Thank you to all the Australians who joined us there in person for the first time in 3 years, and all who visited us at our booth! And congratulations to @brekkyboy on their showcase. What a time!

#jazzahead #jazzmusic #jazzmusicians

With thanks to @australianmusiccentre @aria_official @apraamcos @apraamcos_eu @auscouncilarts @creatensw

We're thrilled to announce that THE AUSSIE BBQ is

We're thrilled to announce that THE AUSSIE BBQ is returning to SummerStage in Central Park, New York City.

On Saturday June 18, @CapitalOne @CPFNYC @SummerStage and Sounds Australia will present THE AUSSIE BBQ for the first time in three years to showcase a new class of undeniable Australian talent, in association with the @AusConsulateNY and @DFAT.

There will be performances from @dabakerboy, @electricfields_music, @gflip, @haikuhands, @pekingduk and @youami_gbtflou.

Entry is free and gates open at 3pm. For more information, head to the link in our bio.

MUSIC: Haiku Hands - ‘Dare You Not To Dance’

#SummerStage #ShareYourSummerStage #TheAussieBBQ

@jazzahead is taking place this week in Bremen, Ge

@jazzahead is taking place this week in Bremen, Germany, and we'll be there in partnership with the @australianmusiccentre with a delegation of Australian jazz artists and industry professionals.

@brekkyboy will be showcasing at the conference on Saturday as part of Overseas Night. They've also curated a playlist featuring some of their favourite contemporary Australian jazz artists, and you can take a listen to it on @applemusic, @deezer, @spotify and @youtube. The link is in our bio.

Sounds Australia, AIR (@ausindies) and the PPCA ar

Sounds Australia, AIR (@ausindies) and the PPCA are now seeking expressions of interest from Australian independent labels to take part in a delegation to attend Indie Week 2022 in New York City, an independent label focused conference hosted by @a2im from June 13 - 16.

Sounds Australia will be covering registration costs – valued at $579.99 USD.

Due to limited capacity, we're asking all interested parties to show an expression of interest by filling out a survey - there’s a link in our bio.

The deadline to submit your survey is Wednesday April 20.

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