Having only JUST revealed a staggering second liline-upneup which included some of the industry’s biggest names, the Southern Hemisphere’s largest music industry event BIGSOUND returns with yet another extensive list of conference attendees, set to land in Brisbane this September 5-8.
Leading BIGSOUND’s fourth announcement is co-founder and frontman of the most streamed alternative rock band in history, Linkin Park’s Mike Shinoda. Active for almost three decades, Shinoda’s earned three Grammy Awards for his solo work and as part of groups Linkin Park and Fort Minor. His contributions helped Linkin Park to become one of the highest-selling bands of this century – having sold over 100 million records globally. In addition, Shinoda is an in-demand producer who has recently worked with A-list and rising artists alike, from Demi Lovato and Justus Bennetts to Grandson and Sueco. Outside of music, he serves in a first-of-its-kind role as Community Innovation Advisor for Warner Music Group, consulting on the label group’s work across NFTs, Web3, and more, while Shinoda and his bandmates have raised millions through their philanthropic work with self-founded charity, Music for Relief.
Leading BIGSOUND’s expanded First Nations Goolwal Goolwal program is one of the country’s most enduring and recognisable voices, Christine Anu who will be appearing in 2023 as an official BIGSOUND Headline Speaker. Over an iconic 27-year long career, the proud Torres Strait Islander woman has achieved 17 ARIA Award nominations, 4 ARIA Award wins, countless charting releases and widely successful roles in theatre, dance, film, television, radio and children’s entertainment.
BIGSOUND is also excited to announce Indigenous and Solomon Island rapper and changemaker Ziggy Ramo to the 2023 program. Through speaking engagements, music and directorial projects, Ziggy Ramo has quickly become one of the most important voices in Australian music. In addition to his phenomenally important LP Black Thoughts in 2020, Ramo has played an equally imperative role behind-the-scenes, using his illustrious platform to challenge settler colonialism and institutional racism within Australia and provide salient commentary on race, masculinity and mental health.
In addition to Christine Anu and Ziggy Ramo, BIGSOUND will also host an impressive crop of homeground talent; joining the Keynote roster is Kate Miller-Heidke, the Australian treasure with an extensive career. Her long-lasting legacy has seen her be the only person to perform the trifecta of Eurovision Song Contest, Coachella, and the New York Metropolitan Opera. Her otherworldly talents as a songwriter and live performer have seen her nominated for 18 ARIA Awards, and win five Helpmann Awards.
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BIGSOUND 3-NIGHT SHOWCASE TICKET
A BIGSOUND Three Night Showcase Pass gives you access to all performances: 140+ artists,
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BIGSOUND 1-NIGHT SHOWCASE TICKET
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BIGSOUND DELEGATE PASS
This is your ticket to access the full conference, three-nights of showcase events, industry events and
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Early Bird: $579 / Members: $479 / Students: $379
