Scouted 2025 - Official Artist Application Form

Thank you for your interest in showcasing at Scouted 2025! Please complete all sections of this form carefully.

Completing this form does not grant you a place in the showcase, once applications close showcasing artists will be chosen by an external panel of national music industry professionals.

If you have any questions or concerns about your application or Scouted, please contact info@musicsa.com.au

Please ensure you have read and understood the Scouted 2025 Artist Application Terms and Conditions before applying.

MusicSA is committed to supporting First Nations artists. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists who prefer an alternative application method are welcome to directly contact Chelsea at chelsea@musicsa.com.au for assistance.

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* 1. Applicant & Artist Information

Applicant Name:

Artist Name:

Email:

Phone:

Location: (City, Postcode, State, Country)

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* 2. Genre & Identity

Genre - Primary (The core music style you primarily identify with, e.g., Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop)

Genre - Secondary (A more specific subcategory within the primary genre, or a related style that influences the music, for example, psych-rock, indie-pop)

Creative Leadership & Diversity:

*Creatively-led refers to individuals who are central to the artistic vision, songwriting, and overall direction of the project.

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* 3. Is this project creatively-led* by an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person/s?

No

Yes - If you feel comfortable sharing, please provide specifics

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* 4. Is this project creatively-led* by a First Nations person/s from a country that is NOT Australia?

No

Yes - If you feel comfortable sharing, please provide specifics

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* 5. Is this project creatively-led* by a person/persons with lived experience of disability?

No

Yes - If you feel comfortable sharing, please provide specifics

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* 6. Is this project creatively-led* by a LGBTQIA+ identifying person/s?

No

Yes - If you feel comfortable sharing, please provide specifics

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* 7. Is this project creatively-led* by a Person of Colour or someone who identifies as a member of a particular cultural community?

No

Yes - If you feel comfortable sharing, please provide specifics

Broader Project Diversity:

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* 8. Are any other members of your project Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person/s?

No

Yes - If you feel comfortable sharing, please provide specifics

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* 9. Are any other members of your project a First Nations person/s from a country that is NOT Australia?

No

Yes - If you feel comfortable sharing, please provide specifics

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* 10. Are any other members of your project a person/persons with lived experience of disability?

No

Yes - If you feel comfortable sharing, please provide specifics

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* 11. Do any other members of your project personally identify as LGBTQIA+?

No

Yes - If you feel comfortable sharing, please provide specifics

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* 12. Do any other members of your project personally identify as a Person of Colour or identify as a member of a particular cultural community?

No

Yes - If you feel comfortable sharing, please provide specifics

Online Presence & Performance Setup:

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* 13. Social Media Profiles:

Please provide at least two links to the online platforms that best showcase your connection to your audience and/or demonstrate your following.
Consider platforms where your audience actively engages with your work, such as TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Discord, Patreon, YouTube, SubStack, Bandcamp, Spotify, or others.

1.

2.

3. (Optional)

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* 14. Performing Members at Scouted:

How many members make up your live act?

Media & Career Highlights:

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* 15. High Resolution Press Shot:

Please ensure your file name includes your artist name and the photographer

PNG, JPG, JPEG file types only.

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* 16. Notable Career Achievements (200 words maximum - dot points preferred):

Please outline your key career milestones and successes to date.

Focus on quantifiable achievements and significant moments that demonstrate your progress and impact. Examples include radio play (with station/program if notable), significant playlisting achievements (editorial playlists, follower counts), verified social media follower counts (on key platforms), notable performances (supporting major artists, significant festival slots), and any awards or recognition received.

Industry Status & Team:

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* 17. Does your project have any team members onboard yet? (e.g., management, booking agent, label, publisher, publicist)

No

Yes - Please list their names and company information below: (Name, Role, Company)

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* 18. Dream Team

Please list up to three specific individuals (Name, Role, Company) within the Australian and/or International music industry that you would ideally like to connect with through showcasing at Scouted.

Name, Role, Company

Name, Role, Company

Name, Role, Company

Goals & Performance History:

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* 19. Goals for Scouted:

In dot point form, what specific outcomes are you hoping to achieve by playing Scouted, and how do you plan on actively pursuing these goals during and after the showcase?

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* 20. Ticket Sales History

What is the most number of tickets sold for one singular ticketed headline performance in the last 12-24 months? (Please provide an approximate number)

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* 21. Has your project showcased at Scouted before?

No

Yes - If so, what year(s)?

Additional Information & Media:

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* 22. Additional Information:

Please provide any context, details, or qualitative information that you believe will further aid us in understanding your application and artistic potential.
This could include details about your live performance experience (beyond just headline numbers), unique aspects of your artistic vision, your commitment to your career, or any specific needs or aspirations related to showcasing at Scouted. If there are nuances to your achievements listed above that you'd like to elaborate on, please do so here.

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* 23. Artist Bio: (Please provide a concise and up-to-date biography)

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* 24. Music Tracks

Please provide links to two (2) of your best tracks - SoundCloud, Spotify, Bandcamp, etc.

Track 1

Track 2

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* 25. Music Video Link: (Optional - if applicable)

Availability & Permissions:

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* 26. Are all members available to perform on 1st August 2025?

Yes

No

Post-Scouted Commitment:

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* 27. Agreement to Provide Updates:

Understanding that Scouted aims to foster long-term career development for participating artists. If you are selected to perform at this year's showcase, we kindly request your commitment to keeping MusicSA informed of your progress following the showcase.

This includes:

Completing post-event surveys: To provide feedback on your Scouted experience and any immediate outcomes.
Participating in check-ins with the MusicSA Industry Development Team: You will be contacted periodically (e.g., at 3, 6, and 9-month intervals) for brief updates on your career advancements, industry connections made, and any successes achieved following Scouted.

I understand and agree to actively participate in post-Scouted surveys and check-ins with the MusicSA Industry Development Team to help track the impact of the program.

I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to the Terms and Conditions.

Availability & Permissions:

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* 28. Permissions:

I give permission for Scouted to send event communications regarding my artist application to this email address.

I would also like to receive Scouted promotional emails at this email address.

I would also like to receive MusicSA promotional emails at this email address.

By submitting this application, you confirm that all information provided is accurate to the best of your knowledge and you agree to the Post-Scouted Commitment outlined above and you have read the Terms and Conditions.