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Sound Summit 2013 Applications Now Open For Speakers & Artists

28 May 2013 | 12:01 am | Hannah Galvin

Have you got a great idea relevant to our Australian independent music scene? Have a fantastic performance proposal? Sound Summit want you!

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SOUND SUMMIT is a four day annual festival that thrives on independent and innovative music and ideas. Having just moved into its 14th year, it continues its search for big ideas and artistic minds, hosting hugely important music discussions by some of the biggest thinkers of our music industry.

With this alongside a lineup of world class talent, it's a highly regarded event that is benevolent to our Australian music climate. Bearing all of this in mind, this time of year sees the conference call out for speakers and musicians as applications are now open for you to get involved!

With the limelight beaming on musicians, producers, composers, labels, promoters and industry personnel, Sound Summit aims to further the careers of those in our Australian independent music scene.

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What started as a just a conference built by forward-thinkers to the festival it is today, it's seen not only speakers, but also many a band and artist take to both the stage and the panel for very important discussions; as well as hold workshops and presentations.

Over the previous 13 years, Summit has eagerly welcomed DucktailsGorkyBlues ControlHoly BalmStraight ArrowsGuerreBen LeeLower Plenty, Royal HeadacheMount EerieGhislain PoirierAngus StoneAriel Pink, KyuAlpsLasse Marhaug and a tremendous amount more into its community to boost the independent scene that Australia is so luckily blessed with.

On top of this, it's seen showcases provided by Australia's favourite independent labels and the like such as Yes PleaseRIP SocietyBedroom SuckRadiant Live, Chapter MusicSiberia Records and a whole heap more!

Highly reputable and adored, the festival has entered its 14th year with the intention of seeking the same thing it always has - a group of relevant, like-minded people that will make up this years event!

In terms of speakers, Sound Summit are on the search for those who have a topic to be debated, a skill to be taught or an argument that needs to be addressed in our independent music scene. This could span from just a small idea that is open for discussion to an entire program. Which ever it may be, they want you to get in contact! APPLY HERE.

The call out for artists is those who have something to bring to Sound Summit. Whether you are a solo artist or a part of a collective, they're looking for those willing to bring attributes such as performance, showcase, installation and/or collaboration. Artists that apply must be ensured that they're to deliver to the festival's message and aims as it is not just a general showcasing opportunity. APPLY HERE.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON MIDNIGHT, 14TH JUNE, 2013.

Usually held in Newcastle, 2013 will see a few radical changes to the weekend as it is making its move down to Sydney this year, mainly due to its financial sustainability. It is with Sound Summit's greatest intentions that Sydney will offer a higher platform for the benefits of what the festival aims to achieve for Australia's independent music scene.

Sound Summit will be held on Thursday, 7th November until Sunday, 10th November. Check out their website HERE.

Words by Hannah Galvin.

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