Attendees at the inaugural Sunshine Coast Music Awards (SCMAs) will go into the draw to win a double day-pass to this year’s Woodford Folk Festival.

It’s just one of the many perks music industry heavyweights have thrown behind the SCMA’s to ensure the landmark event is one to remember.

The SCMA’s is set to be the Coast’s biggest night of nights for the music industry, showcasing the newest and brightest crop of artists at The Station, Birtinya, on June 1.

The iconic Big Pineapple Festival is giving the Rising Star Award winner a guaranteed spot on their big stage on November 1.

Local music venues Kings Beach Tavern, Norton Music Factory, The Station, The Presynct, and Solbar have also chipped in to give the Coast’s most-dedicated Punter a year’s worth of free gigs.

The awards will reflect the hard work of the industry as a whole, while promoting the Coast as a premier destination for touring artists.  

Expect unforgettable live performances from a diverse mix of local artists, and special appearances from music industry legends.

The SCMAs are produced by Sunshine Coast Music Industry Collective (SCMIC) and proudly supported by Sunshine Coast Council.

Tickets to the Sunshine Coast Music Awards on June 1 at The Station are on sale now: www.moshtix.com.au.

Sunshine Coast Mayor says SCMAs are ‘crucial’ to local economy

Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli has praised the SCMAs saying it’s an “event not to be missed”.

“I am personally very supportive of the music industry, and I recognise the cultural and economic value it brings to our community and, importantly, the joy too!” Mayor Natoli says.

“Support for our music industry is also incredibly important for developing our night-time economy, a key action in our Regional Economic Development Strategy and crucial for attracting and retaining talent in the region.

“I am incredibly excited to see these awards come to fruition after years of hard work and determination from the Sunshine Coast Music Industry Collective. 

“This is an event not to be missed.”

Get your tickets to the Sunshine Coast Music Awards on June 1 at The Station here: www.moshtix.com.au.

QMusic endorses SMCA’s inaugural night of nights

Main photo: QMusic Artistic Director Kris Stewart via QMusic.

QMusic Artistic Director Kris Stewart says he is “so excited” for the Sunshine Coast music community.

“In my role I have seen the incredible depth of talent in the region, from the internationally-acclaimed musicians that reside there, the mid-career artists getting their first international shows, and the emerging artists that we see playing gigs every weekend,” Mr Stewart says.

“I also love that it celebrates not just the artists but the people behind them – punters, recording studios, and visual artists. 

“To recognise and reward all of this hard work is invaluable, and I can’t wait to attend the event and join the Sunshine Coast community in celebrating its place in the Australian music scene.

“I am so excited that Sunshine Coast music is being celebrated in this way.”

Get your tickets to the Sunshine Coast Music Awards on June 1 at The Station here: www.moshtix.com.au.

Sunshine Coast Music Awards 2025: All You Need To Know

FUN FACT: One in 41 people on the Sunshine Coast identify as being involved in the music industry. These awards are the first formal acknowledgement of the people who work so hard to make it a reality.

• The Sunshine Coast Music Awards 2025 has 11 categories (see full T&Cs on website).

• These are: Artist of the Year, Rising Star of the Year, Musician of the Year, Young Artist of the Year, Live Act of the Year, Song of the Year, First Nations Award, Punter of the Year, Venue of the Year, Artwork of the Year and Recording Studio of the Year.

• The awards have been created by SCMIC (Sunshine Coast Music Industry Collective), which is an independent not-for-profit industry body committed to advocating for the region’s thriving music scene. 

• The Sunshine Coast Music Awards celebrate the artistic skills of musicians, creatives, and the broader talents of the Sunshine Coast music industry. 

• SCMIC encourages all facets of the industry to be involved in the awards including; musicians, venues, producers, creative artists, and industry members.

• The judging of the awards will be undertaken by a diverse range of independent music industry professionals. Please note no members of the SCMIC Committee are on the judging panels for the Awards.

Get your tickets to the Sunshine Coast Music Awards on June 1 at The Station here: www.moshtix.com.au.