Qmusic

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On September 6, 2026, QMusic CEO Kristy Ellis stated that BIGSOUND would not emulate the model of other major festivals as the organization plans for 2027 and beyond, aiming to evolve the annual Brisbane industry gathering while retaining its original purpose. This followed BIGSOUND's expansion of QMusic's Concert Care program on September 1, 2026, which introduced an Auslan Concierge Service, live captioning across conference sessions, and strobe-free showcase venues to improve safety, accessibility, and inclusion. Earlier, on August 24, 2026, QMusic appointed Kristy Ellis as its permanent Chief Executive Officer after a national search. Ellis had served as QMusic's interim CEO since April, stepping into the position after the departure of former CEO Kris Stewart, and will now permanently oversee industry programs including Industry Connect, Concert Care, BIGSOUND, and the Queensland Music Awards. Previously, on March 29, 2026, QMusic welcomed the first tranche of reforms announced by the Queensland Government, intended to strengthen the state’s live music industry, characterizing the initiatives as a practical and meaningful step for artists, venues, and the night-time economy.