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Diesel-U-Music Competition: Get involved

Fuel Your Career
In its ninth year, dedicated to unearthing artists from around the globe, the Diesel-U-Music Competition is heading our way. With a fistful of judges of Australian music royalty including Phil Jameson, Yumi Stynes, Maz Compton and Rolling Stone and Vice Magazine editors; there's no better time to show your talent. Whether you be DJ, solo artist or a big ole band with a lot of noise to make they want to hear from you, then dress the winner in $2500 worth of clothes, all before showcasing them alongside other international winners and getting you on stage at a major music fest. Head to dieselumusic.com for more info.

Belconnen Flicks: Submissions close Fri Sep 4

Belconnen Flicks
If you're a film maker, then you should definitely check out Belconnen Flicks. The night of Thursday October 29 will be full of locally made films, from comedies to documentaries, and will be screened at Belconnen Theatre. Local film makers are encouraged to submit their films, which should be no longer than 15 minutes. Submissions close Friday September 4. For more info contact Simone Penkethman at simone.penkethman@bcsact.com.au.

Ozjam website: Looking for aspiring musicians

We Hope You Like Jammin' Too Ozjam is the latest trend in internet networking sites. Ozjam.com.au is a site for aspiring musicians, whether they are looking for other musicians to work with, or just want to jam. For just $9.95 artists can become VIPs and have their music reviewed by some leading names in the Australian music industry.

Falls Festival: Get your name on the ballot before Mon Aug 24

Fallsing away with you
And so it comes around again. The old December 31 rigmarole of making plans and not passing out before midnight. It seems as though the lovely lads and lasses of Falls Festival have once again gone out of their way to ensure you spend your evening with them. With the first lineup announcement promising the howls of Yeah Yeah Yeahs, the dulcet drones of UK darlings Editors, synth rockers Midnight Juggernauts and the delightful Emiliana Torrini your two day bender is set to be a lot more than bad sun burn and a nasty hangover. Fear not, they've also wrangled in the likes of Moby, Grizzly Bear, The Temper Trap, Xavier Rudd, Sarah Blasko, Yves Klein Blue, The John Steele Singers and many, many more. Do you even need a second lineup? Head to www.fallsfestival.com to make sure your names are on the ballot before Monday August 24.

Meredith Music Festival: December 11, 12 and 13

MMM... Meredith
The Supernatural Amphitheatre sounds like an apt arena for the mystical Meredith Music Festival. I actually levitated 40cm when I learnt the ethereal Animal Collective would be gracing us and leaving a trail of wild flowers sprouting spontaneously in their wake. Those blessed enough to pass through the ticket-ballot (open now) will be in awe of the other paranormal acts announced thus far - Jarvis Cocker (oh-sweet-baby-Jesus-yes!), Akron/Family (punctuation compulsory), Eddie Current Suppression Ring, Sia and Bag Raiders are just some of those astral-travelling to Aunty Mez's this December 11, 12 and 13. Oh, and Paul Kelly said he'd meet you there too. For ticket details go to www.mmf.com.au.

Falls Festival: Get your name on the ballot before Mon Aug 24

Fallsing away with you
And so it comes around again. The old December 31 rigmarole of making plans and not passing out before midnight. It seems as though the lovely lads and lasses of Falls Festival have once again gone out of their way to ensure you spend your evening with them. With the first lineup announcement promising the howls of Yeah Yeah Yeahs, the dulcet drones of UK darlings Editors, synth rockers Midnight Juggernauts and the delightful Emiliana Torrini your two day bender is set to be a lot more than bad sun burn and a nasty hangover. Fear not, they've also wrangled in the likes of Moby, Grizzly Bear, The Temper Trap, Xavier Rudd, Sarah Blasko, Yves Klein Blue, The John Steele Singers and many, many more. Do you even need a second lineup? Head to www.fallsfestival.com to make sure your names are on the ballot before Monday August 24.

Mammal: @ ANU Bar Thu Aug 27

Majority Rules

Last year they released their debut studio album The Majority, and since then they've played many a sold out show. Now Mammal are saying goodbye to all their Aussie fans and are hitting the road to revisit places who gave them mass support before they head off to the UK. But before they go they're doing a 20 show tour! The band will be performing in Canberra on Thursday August 27 at ANU bar. You can grab tickets from Oztix and Ticketek now, so don't miss your last chance to see these guys before they go overseas!