Live Nation’s Ones To Watch returns to Melbourne, headlined by Blake Rose
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17.10.2023

Live Nation’s Ones To Watch returns to Melbourne, headlined by Blake Rose

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Words by staff writer

Live Nation Australia have a special homecoming event up their sleeves to cap off what has been an epic roll out of ONES TO WATCH events throughout 2023.

Melbourne, the city that knows how to groove, is about to get even groovier as Live Nation Australia brings back its renowned music discovery series, ONES TO WATCH, featuring the sensational pop artist, Blake Rose.

In a triumphant homecoming, Live Nation Australia is set to wrap up its extraordinary ONES TO WATCH series, which has been a hit throughout 2023. This initiative has unearthed a new wave of phenomenal Australian talent at exclusive invite-only events in Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane this year. Now, the game-changing live music discovery series makes its way back to Melbourne on October 26th.

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The event in Melbourne, proudly backed by Vodafone, is not just about showcasing musical talent but also an opportunity for music lovers to give back. Live Nation Australia is kick-starting a fundraising campaign during Ausmusic Month to support Support Act. So, attendees can groove to the music and make a positive impact by donating upon entry.

At the forefront is none other than the Los Angeles-based Australian pop sensation, Blake Rose. Hailing from Perth, Blake Rose has made a name for himself internationally, relocating to Los Angeles to chase his musical dreams. As a versatile artist, he is not only a talented multi-instrumentalist but also a remarkable vocalist and producer. With over 100 million streams to his name, thanks to chart-topping tracks like ‘Lost’ and ‘Gone’, and the release of his debut EP ‘A World Gone By,’ Blake Rose has garnered critical acclaim and supported renowned artists like Noah Kahan and Boys Like Girls. His 2023 EP, ‘You’ll Get It When You’re Older,’ firmly establishes him as a pop sensation on the rise.

 

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Hosting this edition of Melbourne’s ONES TO WATCH Backed by VODAFONE is the multi-talented music journalist, Tait McGregor. Having lent her expertise to various facets of the music industry, McGregor has hosted numerous ONES TO WATCH events this year and worked with prestigious titles and brands, including Rolling Stone Australia and the ARIA Awards. She’s a staunch supporter of emerging Australian talent and has championed them through her own ventures.

While the complete lineup of emerging Australian artists is yet to be unveiled, Melbourne’s ONES TO WATCH promises to be a must-attend event this spring.

The ONES TO WATCH series, originating in North America, has supported and promoted artists such as Dua Lipa, Olivia Rodrigo, and Halsey early in their careers. In Australia, it has already lifted the careers of Forest Claudette, Teenage Joans, Carla Wehbe, ZPLUTO, WIIGZ, Hoodzy, East AV3, Colourblind, and Saint Lane at events held across the country.

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