The QUBE Effect
Network and be mentored by industry experts with The QUBE Effect, our music development program for young artists.
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What is The QUBE Effect?
The QUBE Effect is Council's a music development program for young and emerging Brisbane artists.
The QUBE Effect provides 12 musical acts the chance to take part in an annual music development program.
Being part of The QUBE Effect provides artists with the opportunity to network with, and be mentored by, some of the country's most influential music industry experts.
Benefits for successful applicants
Take part in group development workshops and one-on-one sessions with industry mentors.
Work with production teams to make unique music videos.
Get the opportunity to perform.
Go into the running to win awards and prizes.
Who's eligible?
The QUBE Effect is open to young and emerging local solo artists and musical groups.
Entrants must:
- be 12 to 25 years of age (for groups, at least half of the members must be in this age range)
- live in the Brisbane Local Government Area (for groups, at least half of the members must live in this area)
- not be a Council employee or elected official.
Note: Entrants under the age of 18 must provide proof of consent to enter the competition from their parent or guardian.
Register for program updates
Stay tuned for details of the 2026 program. Join the Creative Register to be the first to know The QUBE Effect program updates.
Meet the 2025 winners
Congratulations to all of the finalists and winners of The QUBE Effect 2025.
Industry mentors
The QUBE Effect gives emerging artists a unique opportunity to work with music industry professionals.
Tap into their insights and experience to:
- gain valuable industry knowledge
- improve your confidence and stage presence
- develop your strengths and areas of improvement through constructive feedback
- get advice and guidance about navigating a career in the music industry.
Mentors in The QUBE Effect range from recording artists to industry experts. The QUBE Effect industry mentors will be announced in early 2026.
How to apply
Applications open from 10am on Tuesday 13 January 2026 via online submission form.
Applications will close at 4pm on Tuesday 10 February 2026.
Check you meet the eligibility criteria.
You must also read and understand the program conditions.
Complete the online form to apply for The QUBE Effect.
You need to include:
- written consent from each person who appears in or has contributed to the entry
- one high-resolution image of yourself or your band in JPG format (max 50 megabytes)
- a web link, mp4 or mp3 file (max 50 megabytes) of an original song. If uploading the song, use the following naming convention: <<[entrant name]-Song:[title of song]>> (e.g. The B Band-Song: My-Brisbane).
Together with a panel of music industry experts, we shortlist 12 finalists to take part in The QUBE Effect.
Finalists must:
- attend any group professional development workshops and one-on-one sessions with music industry mentors
- record and film a music video for a finalist song, which will be produced by Council.
More information
To find out more about The QUBE Effect, phone Council on 07 3403 8888 or email Council.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, both soloists and groups are eligible to apply.
Yes, you can apply to take part in the program again, even if you've been a previous finalist act.
