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In Trump’s America, some international acts are claiming to have been profiled, antagonised, and refused entry to the US.

The fundraiser, 'Help Keep Mojos Alive And Evolving,' seeks help "not just to survive, but to grow into something even stronger."

"I want my sound to be up there with some of the best doing it, and I'm so excited to be able to learn from some of the best doing it in the UK," explains Agbinya.

Kate Miller-Heidke, Zan Rowe, and Ricki-Lee also picked up nominations ahead of this year's Logie Awards.

"The Academy's top priority is to represent the music people that we serve each year," said Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr.

A new report finds 42% of respondents would pay for a streaming platform dedicated to Australian music.

The estimated value of Australian artist contributions in 2024 was $860 million.

“Australians know instinctively – and research confirms – that music brings us together, supports our wellbeing and enriches our lives," says Music Australia Director Millie Millgate.

Fourteen women and gender-diverse songwriters and composers have been chosen for this year’s 23% mentorship program.

"The artists we’ve selected reflect the incredible depth of talent in Australia," said BIGSOUND Co-Programmers Casey O’Shaughnessy and Katie Rynne.

Dark Mofo and RISING are among the 2025 events that have returned reinvigorated, following the trend of Laneway, Bluesfest, and other Australian festivals.