The McGowan Government's Contemporary Music Fund (CMF) will support the production of debut EPs, an album and a series of live performances during 2022.
The CFM provides funding to homegrown contemporary music artists and allows artists to capitalise on opportunities.
The scheme aims to ensure a diverse representation of musicians and music professionals from Aboriginal, regional, cultural and gender diverse backgrounds.
The WA artists include:
- Callum Robertson will receive $17,690 towards the debut EP for band Bad Weather;
- Rhys Hussey will receive $30,726 for the debut album for band SUPEREGO; and
- Siobhan Cotchin will receive $31,019 for a three-track EP and series of live performances.
Last financial year (2020-21), the CMF Grant Program provided funding to 42 applicants of almost $590,000 across both categories. Funding went towards the recording of music, business development, promotion, professional development and mentoring.
The CMF 15k-plus category is currently open, with applications closing on February 17, 2022. Applications to the U-15k category (grants up to $15,000) are open year-round.
For more information and to apply visit the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries' CMF page.
As stated by Culture and the Arts Minister David Templeman:
"The McGowan Government acknowledges that the music sector has been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic.
"We continue to show our commitment to helping the sector get back on its feet, through programs such as the Contemporary Music Fund and Getting the Show Back on the Road+.
"I know that many artists have used the past two years to create music. If you'd like to bring your music to the world, I invite you to apply for a Contemporary Music Fund grant."
