The QUBE Effect

Adele Pickvance began her musical journey with Robert Forster and Grant McLennan. She recorded demos, toured worldwide with The Go‑Betweens, and was a founding FOC member. Adele also has her own musical project - Adele and The Chandeliers.

Bernard Fanning has accumulated one of the most celebrated songbooks on the Australian rock spectrum. The former Powderfinger front man has collectively released 11 studio albums producing songs that have become ingrained in the Australian psyche.

Based in Brisbane, Fergus is General Manager of Publishing and Synchronisation at Dew Process. Dew Process is an Australian record label and music publisher. Over 15 years, he has worked closely with local and international artists. These range from Tkay Maidza and London Grammar to Spacey Jane, Mallrat, Sarah Blasko and Powderfinger.

Fred Leone is one of the Butchulla Songmen with Aboriginal, Tongan and South-Sea Islander roots. He comes from the Garrwa and Butchulla tribes. Fred is a Songman and custodian of traditional Butchulla songs. He is also one of the few keepers of the Butchulla language. Fred is an acclaimed rapper, producer and activist.

The QUBE Effect alum Hope D began as a solo artist. She specialised in live looping and created her songs through the craft. Playing major festivals and touring across the country, Hope is continuously collecting new fans wherever she performs. Hope is a passionate supporter of Brisbane music.

Ian is the guitarist for Brisbane rock band Powderfinger. He helped build their legacy of five number‑one albums, 18 ARIA Awards, three APRA Awards, and millions of record sales. Ian owns Brisbane recording studio Airlock Studios, home to The QUBE Effect videos. He is also the guitarist for The Church and The Predators.

Jeremy Neale is based in Brisbane. He has been a music industry mainstay since releasing his In Stranger Times EP in 2013. His journey has featured many standout moments. These achievements span touring widely, winning Song of the Year in 2018, and receiving a Fortitude Valley Mall star. They also include the Grant McLennan Fellowship.

John Collins (JC) is the bass player for Powderfinger, one of Australia’s most loved bands. He has toured the world playing rock ’n’ roll. JC set his mind to creating music venues with the establishment of The Triffid, Fortitude Music Hall and The Outpost. JC is currently the Night Life Economy Commissioner for Brisbane and an active supporter of emerging musicians.

John is Head of A&R and Executive Producer at Dew Process Recordings. He has worked with Sarah Blasko, Tkay Maidza, The Grates, Bernard Fanning, WAAX, Eves Karydas and Mallrat. John has worked across multiple facets of major labels and actively supports emerging Brisbane artists.

Luke Daniel Peacock is a critically acclaimed Brisbane singer‑songwriter. He is a proud descendant of the Meriam people of the eastern Torres Strait Islands. Luke is a member of Halfway and The Painted Ladies. He collaborates with Vic Simms, fronts The Minor Premiers, and is a respected solo artist.

Marli has been a staple of the Brisbane music community, previously playing in acts such as Good Boy, Chakra Efendi and Expo '88. Marli currently is a member of internationally acclaimed act Full Flower Moon Band, touring globally and making an argument as the best new band to emerge from Brisbane, recently supporting Foo Fighters at their only Australian show. When not performing, Marli is the Bookings Manager for The Triffid and Live Nation.

Nat Dunn is the first Australian songwriter recognised for more than one billion digital streams. She has written songs for international stars such as Charli XCX, Rita Ora, Marshmello and Anne‑Marie. Nat released her debut single, Whatever, in 2001 at age 17 under the stage name TALI. The song reached number 32 on the ARIA Singles Chart. Dunn is also a part of the duo Naations alongside Nicky Night Time.

Seja Vogel (pronounced say-ah) is a German/Australian solo musician who was a member of Brisbane bands Sekiden and Regurgitator. Seja has toured extensively throughout Australia, Canada, Japan and the USA. HearSej is one of Seja’s current music projects. In her podcast, she interviews musicians from around the world.