Peter Blundell Memorial Talent Search

Peter Blundell Memorial Talent Search

TERMS & CONDITIONS

The Peter Blundell Memorial Talent Search showcases emerging independent artists, honoring Peter Blundell’s legacy as a strong supporter of new talent.

Eligibility

Independent Status: Entrants must be independent artists. You may have previously released music independently, but must not currently be signed to a major label.

No Major Talent Search Wins: Entrants must not have previously won any major Australian talent search competitions, including but not limited to:

  • Toyota Star Maker
  • Gympie Muster Talent Search
  • Ekka Country Music Showdown

All Ages Welcome

Event Details

Festival Participation: Entrants must be available to attend the festival on the designated dates: 21 and 22 November 2025

Workshop Attendance: Finalists are required to attend a mandatory pre-event workshop held on the same day as the Talent Search. This workshop will take place at 11:00 AM or 12:00 PM and will be hosted by two Golden Guitar-winning artists.

Talent Search Performance: The main Talent Search event will be held at 3:00 PM on the same day as the workshop. Finalists must be ready and prepared to perform at this time.

Logistics

Travel & Accommodation: All finalists are responsible for arranging and covering their own travel and accommodation for the duration of the festival and Talent Search event.

Performance Requirements: Finalists may be required to perform one or more songs live. Backing tracks are permitted only if pre-approved by the event organizers.

Original Material Encouraged: While covers are allowed, artists are strongly encouraged to perform original material to showcase their artistry.

Media & Promotion

By entering, participants consent to being photographed, filmed, or recorded during the event for promotional purposes.

The organizers reserve the right to use entrants’ names, likenesses, and submitted materials for promotional and archival use, without compensation.

Judging

The decision of the judging panel is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

Judges will assess artists based on originality, vocal and musical ability, stage presence, and overall performance.

Disqualification

The organizers reserve the right to disqualify any entrant who:

  • Fails to meet eligibility requirements
  • Does not attend the workshop or performance
  • Misrepresents their artist status
  • Engages in conduct deemed unprofessional or inappropriate

Peter Blundell Memorial Contest

Entry form

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Entry Agreement

By submitting an application to the Peter Blundell Memorial Talent Search, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to abide by these Terms & Conditions.