The successful applicants will take part in one of two Heats to be held on Friday, 12 July at Club Wyong and Friday, 19 July at Club Toukley RSL, with five from each Heat making up the top ten to go through to the Final at Central Coast Leagues Club (Scenic Lounge) on Friday, 26 July 2013.  Judges will be leaders in the Australian Country Music recording and entertainment industry and todayscountry94one.

In addition to the $3,000 prize, the winner will receive a one song recording at the Music Cellar Studio, produced by Rod McCormack, delivered as a production master ready for manufacturing, plus an appearance at the todayscountry94one Christmas Party Concert on 15 November 2013, 12 months support and airplay on todayscountry94one AND (for the first time) a single release on CRS thanks to Daryl Kirkup from CRS Publicity (valued at $695.00) *.

The 2013 Booth’s Motor Group Brand New Star Competition promises to be bigger and better than previous events where patrons enjoyed the entertainment provided by the outstanding young country music talent, including our 2012 winner, Emily Markham and our 2011 winner, Bryce Sainty.  Following the 2010 Competition, Makaylie Foodey, Georgia White and Hannah Smith were signed by Core Music as a direct result of this competition and are currently part of the hot young group “The Apprentices”.

Entry is open to amateur artists between the ages of 15 and 35 years.  Entries close at 4.00pm on Friday, 14 June 2013 and applicants will be notified if they are successful in qualifying for the Heats by 5.00pm on Monday, 24 June 2013.

Each applicant will perform two songs and is allowed one accompanist (no bands or backing tracks) for their Heat and, if they make it through to the Final, will be supported by a full band where they will also perform two songs.

Email entries to admin@todayscountry94one.com (or post to:  todayscountry94one, PO Box 1042, GOSFORD  NSW  2250).  Entries must be accompanied by an .mp3 of one song (or CD in the mail), a minimum one page Bio and photo.  (NB:  all contestant entries of professionally recorded music will be considered for inclusion in our playlist).

Please make sure you include your full name, date of birth, and full contact details (address, telephone number/s and email address).

NB:  It should also be noted that this competition is for amateur applicants only (‘Amateur’ being a person whose principle source of income is not from music and who does not receive more than $30,000 per year from music).

The successful applicants will be notified by email or telephone.

Please note that there will be no entry fee or booking required for people wishing to be a part of the audience at either the Heats or Final.

For further information on this exciting country music talent quest, please telephone (02) 4323 2441.

Please note:  we are currently looking for sponsors for this event… if you would like to be involved please go to the ‘Sponsorship’ tab on this site: http://www.todayscountry94one.com/sponsorship/

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* NB:  Single release on CRS includes:

• Hardcopy CRS CD distribution to almost 600 radio and country music media recipients across Australia and Internationally, including entry in 12 page colour CD booklet.
• Digital Distribution to all CRS radio and country music media recipients across Australia and Internationally.
• All printing, manufacturing and postage charges.
• Full page on the CRS Publicity website including link to artist’s website, track sample, photo and track notes.
• Access to the CRS Youtube Channel for upload of video clips etc to assist in the promotion of new CRS single releases (commencing shortly).
• 1 hour consultancy (via phone or Skype) with J Music Management to assist all CRS artists with the development of their marketing and promotional campaigns for their single release/s (valued at $250 but provided FREE for all CRS artists only).
• Extensive exposure on CRS Facebook page.
• Full distribution of all artist Press Releases, recorded generic Radio IDs etc via the entire CRS Radio Database.
• Complete Feedback Booklet for all CRS CD release.
• Complimentary personal copies of the CRS CD release.
• 21 proud years of service in the Australian country music industry.

• A MINIMUM of two week’s notice is given;
• The online form is filled in: http://www.todayscountry94one.com/community-service-announcement/

Thank you for complying with the above.

Your co-operation in this matter is greatly appreciated.

You can also make a tax deductible donation any time – online!  Simply go to todayscountry94one’s page, at:  http://nsw.cancercouncilfundraising.org.au/94onemorningtea

Once you’ve donated, you’ll receive a receipt via email.  And you can donate as many times as you like.

So come and join us at two separate events, the first at Club Wyong RSL, Cnr Margaret Street & Anzac Avenue, Wyong on Thursday, 23 May from 10am; and the second in the Star Bistro of Central Coast Leagues Club, Dane Drive Gosford, from 9.30am – 11.00am.  Each event will have prizes to be won, great morning tea and entertainment from our team.

Be sure to tune in to todayscountry94one on Thursday from 9am – 1pm for this informative ANZAC Day Special with Tubby Dyer, containing interviews and anecdotes relating to this day of National importance.

You would be aware that Adam is also one of the most in-demand country music performers in Australia and those growing demands have made it necessary for him to relinquish his leadership role. However, we’re not losing him totally and he’ll still be around to support the station. Thanks Adam for all you’ve done.

I have been voted in by the Board as the new Chairman after having been a Director for almost five years. While I am not steeped in country music, I have had more than 20 years in the commercial broadcasting industry, both on air and in the background. I have been a presenter, journalist, General Manager and CEO of commercial radio’s industry body. I am semi-retired and devote myself to things where my experience can benefit community initiatives, like todayscountry94one.

For those of you who are keen listeners, you will also have noticed a change in our on air line up. After four years of early starts, Chris James has decided to retire to focus on other things. We thank Chris for his service and wish him well.

Dean Mackin has moved from Drive to Breakfast and we wish him well in his new slot.

Be assured that your Board remains committed to providing the world’s best country music to our listeners on the Central Coast. We value your membership and contribution and look forward to hearing from you at any time.

Cheers

DAVID BACON MAICD
Chairman

If you had sent an email to admin@todayscountry94one.com and have not received a reply as yet, please be advised that your correspondence will be answered as soon as possible.

We apologise for any inconvenience during this time.

P.S.  Please note that Brand New Star for 2013 IS NOT CLOSED and the post that was on this Home Page was from June last year.  Brand New Star is still open for entries as the post below details.

The following information provides a snapshot of the key issues and will provide you with some insight into the funding issue, the need for a public campaign, and the need for your engagement.  As a Board member, broadcaster, station volunteer, staff member or listener your support and assistance will be crucial to the success of the digital radio funding campaign.

What is digital radio?

• Digital Radio is a new radio broadcast platform in Australia (introduced in 2010)
• To tune in listeners need a digital radio receiver
• Digital radio is a free-to-air broadcast delivery platform
• Digital radio is not internet streaming or internet radio
• As all communication platforms are being digitized, digital radio is the future of radio broadcasting
• There are 37 metro-wide community radio stations operating digital radio services across the 5 capital cities of Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth
• Over 1 million digital radios have now been sold in Australia and 12.3% of community radio listeners in the five capital cities tune in to community digital radio services for an average of 15.3 hours per week

Funding and Campaign

• To date, the Federal Government has provided funding to cover the cost of digital radio transmission for community digital radio services
• Community broadcasters cannot afford to cover the cost of accessing digital radio transmission at this early stage of its development so government funding is vital
• Government funding for community digital radio has been under funded by 1.4 million dollars per year
• Unless the full funding is restored community digital radio services in at least 2 of the 5 cities will have to be turned off
• It is essential that full funding be restored to ensure all current community digital radio licensees and the community broadcasting sector maintain access to the digital radio platform
• The CBAA has ensured that the federal government is fully aware of the serious nature of the funding shortfall
• Community stations provide essential services which include high levels of local content, all genres of music, ethnic and multicultural, Indigenous, religious, reading for print handicapped and community access

If you would like more detailed information on the community digital radio funding situation head to:  http://www.radius.org.au

Please note that the above information has been reproduced from information provided to todayscountry94one from the Community Broadcasting Association of Australia.  Listeners of todayscountry94one are advised that our radio station is not currently broadcast on the digital platform, however we support the above initiative and would encourage our listeners to do the same.  Please click on the image of ‘Commit to Community Radio’ to find out how you can help.