Rare chance to learn from music industry leaders

Triple J has announced it will hold a series of workshops and sessions to help local emerging and established artists develop their careers and their craft.

As part of the radio station’s One Night Stand concert, which lands in Busselton on May 24, the ‘More Than A One Night Stand Sessions’ feature industry experts and successful bands and artists, and are offered free of charge.

Through curated chats, workshops, and industry connections, the sessions will offer attendees the opportunity to learn, meet and hear from some of the best and brightest minds in Australian music.

Sessions will run from Friday 23 May through to Saturday 24 May at the Busselton Youth and Community Activities Building.

The curated sessions will feature an ‘In Conversation’ with WA-icons Spacey Jane, a triple j Unearthed Tapped In Workshop for Regional Artists, and a session on How To Build Off Initial Success with members from WA band and One Night Stand alum DICE.

Friday 23 May 5pm – 6pm

Tapped In: How To Get The Most Out Of Being A Regional Artist

Hosted by triple j’s Lucy Smith, join One Night Stand triple j Unearthed Competition Winners Fool Nelson alongside local industry heavyweights to talk about how to make the most out of being an artist in a regional or rural area. You’ll hear tips on how to connect with community, team building, touring, and how to get your music heard and maximise the triple j Unearthed experience.

Saturday 24 May 10:30am – 11:30am

In Conversation with Spacey Jane

Hear from WA-legends, Spacey Jane, in a sit-down conversation with triple j’s Ash McGregor, looking back at career milestones and their incredible journey to date. The four-piece will offer valuable insight into their journey from regional WA to international recognition, highlighting the challenges they faced, the key moments that propelled them forward, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. Many regional artists face unique barriers in accessing opportunities, connections, and pathways in the music industry, Spacey Jane’s story is a great example of what’s possible.

Saturday 24 May 11:45am – 12:00pm

How to Build Off Initial Success with DICE

Led by Margaret River-based producer and artist manager Sam Ford, alongside members of WA-band DICE, this session will explore strategies for sustaining and expanding success after an initial breakthrough, highlighting key elements essential for growth.

For more information and to register, visit wam.org.au