JBL Be Heard Busking Series

Calling all musicians and buskers

JBL is giving you the chance to perform at St Kilda Festival with their brand new Bandbox Speaker/Amplifier!

JBL BandBox is an AI-powered amplifier and speaker with real time vocal and instrument separation to let you practice, jam, create or perform whenever and wherever you need.

Whether you’re a singer, a songwriter, an instrumentalist - either soloist or duo, you can submit an application to perform at one of three JBL Bandbox Busking Stations at Big Festival Sunday on 15 February, 2026.

Each performance slot is one hour in length and there are 18 slots up for grabs. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to perform with JBL’s Bandbox Speaker/Amplifier AND take home some sweet JBL products post-performance.

To apply to take part, click the link below:

Performers wishing to busk at the Festival outside of the JBL Be Heard Busking Series can apply here: Unamplified Busking Applications

Further details are available via the link. There will also be availability for performers to arrive on the day and perform on a first-come-first-served basis.