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Now in its 10th year, The Songwriting Prize, presented by the award-winning mental health music charity Listen Up Music, is more than just a competition. It's a vibrant community where songwriters can share their personal stories through music, all while showcasing some of Australia's finest songwriting talent to delighted audiences.
Each year, songwriters are invited to submit original works based on a specific theme. This year, we're exploring "Growth," a theme that promises to inspire powerful and introspective musical narratives.
Your Semi Final line up is: Alice Cotton, Camp Dog, Crystal Robins, Emma Rowe, Emmy Ryan, Sally Balfour, and The Wanted Gems.
A live panel of esteemed industry judges will provide valuable feedback on each performance. The winner from this event will then go on to compete in the Grand Final, sharing in a prize pool of over $45,000, with the chance to be crowned the overall winner.
With Semi Final events taking place in Adelaide, Brisbane, Cairns, Canberra, Darwin, Gold Coast, Hobart, Melbourne, Newcastle, and Perth, join us to experience an unforgettable evening of live performances featuring the best songs from your region. You'll not only hear incredible music, but also the personal stories that inspired each piece.
The minds in music matter.
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The Wanted Gems Biography
The Wanted Gems are an identical twin sister duo whose angelic harmonies and genre-spanning sound flow from indie-folk to dream-pop. Originally from Denver, Colorado, Madison and Micaela Hull moved to Mparntwe/Alice Springs at 13 and have called it home for the past 11 years. Known for their heartfelt songwriting, shimmering melodies, and signature ukulele accompaniment, they’ve built a loyal following through raw emotion, vivid storytelling, and captivating live performances.
2024 was a breakout year for the duo. Fresh off winning the NT Music Awards People’s Choice Song of the Year for Trusted You, they landed a Triple J Unearthed Feature Artist spot, gained national radio support, and performed at major festivals including Wide Open Spaces and Top Half Folk Festival. They’ve supported acts like The Dreggs, Josh Pyke, Kingswood, and most recently Guy Sebastian, with their song Trusted You also featured on ABC News Breakfast.
In 2025, The Wanted Gems continued their rise, taking home Folk Song of the Year (Lovely Distraction), Pop Song of the Year (Detaching), and Youth Song of the Year (Lovely Distraction) at the NT Music Awards. They also played their first international show in Denver, Colorado with Sofar Sounds, sparking plans to return for a full tour.
Their music has also extended into film, with original compositions featured in Under Streetlights—a feature where Madison stars in the lead role.
Media Quotes
🎙 “Their harmonies are hauntingly beautiful, the kind that stop you in your tracks.” – Triple J Unearthed
🎙 “A fresh, evocative sound emerging from the Red Centre – The Wanted Gems are a duo to watch.” – ABC Music
🎙 “Their ability to fuse folk nostalgia with modern indie pop is truly special.” – Off The Leash
With new music on the horizon and national shows ahead, The Wanted Gems are ready to bring their sound to audiences across Australia and beyond.
📲 Follow us on Instagram & Facebook: @thewantedgems
🎵 Listen on all streaming platforms
Read More2024 was a breakout year for the duo. Fresh off winning the NT Music Awards People’s Choice Song of the Year for Trusted You, they landed a Triple J Unearthed Feature Artist spot, gained national radio support, and performed at major festivals including Wide Open Spaces and Top Half Folk Festival. They’ve supported acts like The Dreggs, Josh Pyke, Kingswood, and most recently Guy Sebastian, with their song Trusted You also featured on ABC News Breakfast.
In 2025, The Wanted Gems continued their rise, taking home Folk Song of the Year (Lovely Distraction), Pop Song of the Year (Detaching), and Youth Song of the Year (Lovely Distraction) at the NT Music Awards. They also played their first international show in Denver, Colorado with Sofar Sounds, sparking plans to return for a full tour.
Their music has also extended into film, with original compositions featured in Under Streetlights—a feature where Madison stars in the lead role.
Media Quotes
🎙 “Their harmonies are hauntingly beautiful, the kind that stop you in your tracks.” – Triple J Unearthed
🎙 “A fresh, evocative sound emerging from the Red Centre – The Wanted Gems are a duo to watch.” – ABC Music
🎙 “Their ability to fuse folk nostalgia with modern indie pop is truly special.” – Off The Leash
With new music on the horizon and national shows ahead, The Wanted Gems are ready to bring their sound to audiences across Australia and beyond.
📲 Follow us on Instagram & Facebook: @thewantedgems
🎵 Listen on all streaming platforms
Dream Pop
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