From Soul to Sound Art Latest Grants Support Victoria's Diverse Music Sector
Source: Victoria. Minister for the Arts. Media Release
"Some of the biggest names of the local music scene and some of the freshest new talent, are to benefit from grants totalling $380,000 as part of the latest round of the Brumby Government’s Victoria Rocks program. Arts Minister Lynne Kosky said the program acknowledges Melbourne and Victoria’s creative strengths in contemporary music and helps acknowledge the challenges that independent artists at all stages of their career can face. “The Brumby Government is taking action to ensure Victoria continues to be the home of contemporary music in Australia. From renowned music venues, diverse music festivals and passionate audiences, Victoria’s vibrant music culture is celebrated right across the community,” Ms Kosky said. Victorian Rocks seeks to further strengthen and develop our diverse contemporary music scene by supporting independent musicians and bands to break into the industry or take their career to the next level.”