FULL BIGSOUND 2022 CONFERENCE +
FESTIVAL SCHEDULE REVEALED

In addition to an epic line-up of over 180 acts across three glorious nights of new music discovery, BIGSOUND has a few more surprises in store.

You thought the party stopped at midnight? Not this year! Presented by Amazon Music, BIGSOUND After Midnight will see the return of the legendary BIGSOUND Secret Shows, bigger and better in 2022! While we can’t share the names, we can say they will be worth staying up way later than you should.

In another big coup, Apple Music’s team from California are heading our way to demonstrate the future of sound, Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos. They’ll share the latest developments of this groundbreaking audio technology and powerful offering for creators and Apple Music subscribers.

Now that the timetable is here, you can thoroughly plan your BIGSOUND path, with incredible keynotes, panels and workshops on offer during the day and stellar acts swarming through Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley venues at night.

Keen eyes will notice Clea and WILSN have joined the showcase line-up, with two final spots to be allocated by triple j Unearthed. Delivering three huge nights of live music across 21 venues, map out your sonic adventures to discover your next favourite act with over 180 of Australia’s finest emerging talent showcasing including Budjerah, Hope D, flowerkid, Mia Wray, Teenage Joans and many more.

From important conversations around mental health, gender, race and identity, to industry focused topics on distribution, release strategy, touring and more, the BIGSOUND conference program conquers all corners of music.

Immerse yourself in workshops and learn the ropes of new production techniques or marketing tactics, before hitting up round circle chats with music business experts. With leading industry figures from across the country and pond, including special guest speakers Tarana Burke, Rebecca Black, Che Pope, Tricia Holloway and Milly Olykan, conference goers are sure to leave with a wealth of knowledge.

After spending your days soaking in all the insights, Delegates are in for the ultimate treat, with access to and exclusive program of industry events, providing exceptional tunes, flowing drinks and quality chats. Highlights include the iconic Oztix BIGSOUND Party and The Official BIGSOUND Closing Party, presented by Secret Sounds and The Music.