Australian Songwriters Conference

01/09/2026

Are you years into gigging and still searching for traction? Or just starting to take your craft seriously and want to do it right from the start?

Chasing the Big Break is for you.

It's a practical, no-nonsense guide for songwriters, musicians and performing artists who are still in the chase, still working toward that break, still figuring out where to focus their energy, and ready for a bit of real structure to get there.

No fluff. No vague "believe in yourself" advice. Just a clear, honest, strategic path forward.

https://www.australiansongwritersconference.com/store/books-resources

Get your copy today!

25/08/2026

One of the world's greatest songwriters, Dolly Parton was a brilliant creative mind and a gentle, loving heart.

What a legacy she leaves!
What a legend she will always be.

R.I.P. Dolly. Thank you for all you've given the world.

Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old.

Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 – 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000).

A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.

At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging or by leaving a message at www.dollyparton.com

In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com

25/08/2026

Introducing Summer Rosee! This awesome young Australian singer-songwriter is going to blow up! New music coming soon.

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20/08/2026

Jason Blume shares 'The Best Way to Get a Publishing Deal' in The latest issue of the BMI Weekly. Great advice!

Over the years, thousands of aspiring songwriters h

16/08/2026

What's actually in Chasing the Big Break?

Each chapter builds on the last, walking you from finding your direction, to getting honest about your starting point, to naming the obstacles actually shaping your career (not just the ones sitting on the surface), to choosing a strategic pathway that fits your real life.

Then we take that strategy and turn it into consistent action you can actually sustain, plus how to track your progress, monetise your work, and play the long game.

Every chapter comes with hands-on worksheets and exercises, so you walk away with a written plan, not just inspiration that fades by next week.

https://www.australiansongwritersconference.com/store/books-resources

16/08/2026

Here's something I've learned after thirty years in this industry: talent was never the thing standing between most performing artists and the career they wanted.

Direction was.

I've sat across from more talented singers, songwriters, actors and dancers than I could count, people with real skill and real hunger, going nowhere. Not because they weren't good enough. Because they'd never had a clear sense of where they were actually trying to go.

That's what Chasing the Big Break is built to fix. Out now.

https://www.australiansongwritersconference.com/store/books-resources

16/08/2026

Are you years into gigging and still searching for traction? Or just starting to take your craft seriously and want to do it right from the start?

Chasing the Big Break is for you.

It's a practical, no-nonsense guide for songwriters, musicians and performing artists who are still in the chase, still working toward that break, still figuring out where to focus their energy, and ready for a bit of real structure to get there.

No fluff. No vague just believe in yourself advice. Just a clear, honest, strategic path forward.

https://www.australiansongwritersconference.com/store/books-resources

16/08/2026

Chasing the Big Break: A Strategic Path for Performing Artists is out now.

Talent will only get you so far. What separates the performing artists who build a lasting career from the ones who stall out chasing the next big thing is direction, and that's exactly what this book delivers.

Drawing on more than thirty years in the music industry, including my work as founder of the Australian Songwriters Conference and as a career coach for performing artists, I wanted to write the book I wish someone had handed me decades ago.

This isn't a book about waiting to be discovered. It's about doing the work that makes discovery more likely, and building a career that holds up once it happens.

Grab your copy and let's get you some direction.

https://www.australiansongwritersconference.com/store/books-resources

13/05/2026

🎶 Entries are now open for the 2026 Diana Torossian Emerging Songwriter Award — and we are so proud to be part of it.

Di Torossian was a beloved supporter and mentor of the Australian Songwriters Conference from our very first event in 2008. This award, established in her memory by DNA Songs (David Musumeci & Anthony Egizii), Andrew Lowden, and David Rosenberg, is a beautiful reflection of the passion she had for Australian songwriting talent.

✨ FIRST PRIZE — valued at over $23,000
Five songwriting sessions + five mentoring sessions with some of Australia's leading industry names, plus $3,000 cash.

✨ SECOND PRIZE — valued at $6,000
A 12-month, one-on-one Music Career Coaching program with ASC's own Lisa Butler.

The award is open to APRA AMCOS members based in Australia who are committed to a songwriting career and have begun building a commercial body of work.

📅 Entries close: Monday 15 June 2026 at 5:30 PM AEST
📅 Winners announced: Wednesday 29 July 2026

Don't miss this incredible opportunity. Enter now 👇

1st prize of $3,000 cash and $20,000 worth of mentoring sessions with industry leaders