What’s Happening?
The Mothertone Gympie Music Muster Talent Search is now open, inviting aspiring country musicians to enter for a chance to win a career-defining prize: a trip to Nashville.
Artists can compete in:
- Open Category (18+), where the winner will travel to Nashville for mentorship and performance opportunities.
- Junior Category (12–17 years old), where young musicians will gain invaluable industry experience and performance exposure.
Submissions close on Sunday, April 20, 2025, with semi-finalists performing at the Gympie Music Muster from August 28–31, 2025.
Why It Matters?
For any artist dreaming of Nashville, this competition offers a direct pathway to the global country music stage. Winning means mentorship, networking, and performing in the heart of country music.
Local Impact
North Queensland has produced some incredible country artists, and this competition provides a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for local talent to go global.
Last year’s winner Saralyn shared:
“Winning showed me I can do the hard things. It elevated my career, gave me credibility, and opened doors to new opportunities.”
Similarly, Junior winner Keely Ellen said:
“Winning gave me the push to take my music career seriously. Since then, I’ve secured more gigs, continued recording, and even made the Top 21 of Australian Idol.”
By the Numbers:
- $26,000+ in prizes, including a trip to Nashville for the Open Category winner.
- 18 semi-finalists will perform live at the Gympie Music Muster.
- The Grand Final takes place on August 31, 2025, with winners performing on the Hill Stage.
Zoom In
Gympie Music Muster CEO Greg Cavanagh highlighted how this competition can change lives.
“The talent search and its prizes are a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to immerse yourself in the industry, foster invaluable industry connections, and receive mentorship from some of the finest professionals in the business.”
Zoom Out
Winning the Open Category means flying to Nashville, the hub of country music, where the winner will meet industry professionals, perform at key venues, and receive mentoring.
What to Look For Next?
Entries close at 11:59 pm AEST on Sunday, April 20, 2025. Semi-finals take place August 28–30, with the Grand Final on August 31.
To enter, visit muster.com.au/talent-search.
