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This year's APRA Music Awards performers and two more early award winners have also been announced.

"People will pay money for experience... If you want to see talent at the level you’re accustomed to at festivals, then you have to pay."

The Greens' plan would see a whopping $700 million invested in live performances.

Vote Music 2025 is a call to action that urges the country’s political parties to commit to a stronger future for Australian music, whatever the result of the May federal election.

Jack River, Phil Jamieson, Annie Hamilton, Beddy Rays, and many more will perform at the free events designed to engage young voters as they make decisions for their future.

"Without venues of all sizes for artists to play in, cut their teeth in, and build their crowds in, we’ll run out of new local music pretty soon."

“Saving Elixir and Melting Pot isn’t just important—it’s essential.”

“I hope to live up to the standard of work that Justin was known for and help contribute to his legacy throughout the duration of my studies and beyond," said the Sydney singer-songwriter.

"Sarah McLeod is a rock legend who represents the very best of what we need to see reflected," said Australian Women In Music founder Vicki Gordon.

"To secure The Night Cat’s future and ensure it remains a cornerstone of Melbourne’s music scene, we need to act now.”

“We want to continue to grow this market. There's growth left.”