BIGSOUND has long been recognised as Australia’s leading music industry gathering, where artists, industry leaders and innovators come together to exchange ideas, discover new talent and shape the direction of music. This year was no exception, as Brisbane became the hub for four packed days of live showcases, panels and networking.

BIGSOUND x CAST Tech Showcase

Within the energy of the festival, the inaugural BIGSOUND x CAST Tech Showcase made its debut, offering a platform for start-ups transforming the future of entertainment. acta was proud to be among the first companies invited to share their vision of our commissionless, industry-endorsed booking directory which, empowers both artists and bookers.

Being part of this showcase placed acta on stage alongside fellow innovators including each bringing bold ideas to the industry. It was a valuable moment not only to present our platform, but to also connect with those across music and technology who share the same drive to solve long-standing challenges within the industry.

BIGSOUND was an incredible opportunity to present acta to industry peers and highlight some real problems both artists and their bookers face. From the removal of unnecessary costs created by online misrepresentation through to assisting in the removal of human error using technology, we loved highlighting a fairer and more transparent way forward. - Michael Westerway (Chief Operating Officer, acta)

Building Relationships & Celebrating Collaboration

BIGSOUND was an action-packed week, not only showcasing an incredible array of artists but also creating space for genuine industry connection. From late night showcases to daytime meetings, the event brought together artists, managers, agents and platforms in an atmosphere buzzing with creativity and ambition. For us at acta, a platform built from the ground up to support talent, it was a valuable opportunity to strengthen relationships and foster a true spirit of collaboration.

As acta's Head of Talent, Jacob reflected:

The energy at BIGSOUND showed just how powerful it can be when artists, managers and platforms work together toward a shared goal. Jacob West (Head of Talent, acta)

That spirit of partnership was clear across the week, reminding us why acta exists, to create a fairer, more transparent way to connect artists with opportunities and ensure their voices are heard on the stages they deserve.

Energised for the Future

Walking away from BIGSOUND, we are energised by the conversations, collaborations and ideas sparked across the week. It was inspiring to see the industry's appetite for innovation and to be welcomed by some many peers and colleagues recognising that acta is part of shaping a stronger, fairer future for artists and bookers alike.

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