BIGSOUND 2017 Artist Focus: Tia Gostelow

Hometown: Mackay

Give us a short description your music: I guess you'd call it indie-folk-rock. It's hard to pin it to one thing but that's the closest I'd say!

What is the best thing musically that's happened to you so far? Sooo many exciting things have been happening, but I think the one thing that really stands out to me is when I won two Queensland Music Awards this year. Definitely a highlight of my career!

What industry lessons would you like to take away from the BIGSOUND conference? I'd be really keen on learning about marketing and working within festivals. Seems like a really interesting topic and I've always been curious about both of them!

Why should people come and see you among the many cool bands at BIGSOUND? I have a really cool new band thing happening that I haven't tried before and I guess I have some cool shirts.

What acts are on your must see list at BIGSOUND? So many! Cub Sport, Alex the Astronaut, Golden Vessel, Boat Show, Haiku Hands, Body Type, Confidence Man, Didirri, Hockey Dad, Maddy Jane, Peter Bibby, Taj Ralph - I am gonna be V busy!

What do you reckon your percentage mix of business vs partying will be at BIGSOUND? The goal is 50/50, but who knows, it's BIGSOUND.

When and where is your BIGSOUND showcase? 7 Sep, The Zoo. Cya there friends X