Hosted By Justin Flemming,
Brent Fergus and Two Buoys
Justin blasted onto the scene in 1994, Pegazus quickly rose to become one of Australia’s top metal acts, dropping their self-titled debut in ’95. After a stint in acting and forming the band Trephine, a triumphant return came in 2009 with the critically acclaimed In Metal We Trust, featuring hits like “Haunting Me” and “Road Warrior.” Tours followed with metal legends like Ripper Owens (Judas Priest), Paul Di’Anno (Iron Maiden), and Skid Row. After a European tour in 2011, the next chapter began—stand-up comedy. Justin accomplished musician and performer playing co host and resident panel judge for two Buoys Unplugged 2025.
Hosted by
Clarky & Spud have decades of experience in the professional audio industry & offer a range of services from recording, producing, mixing and mastering to live sound, pro audio training, music lessons, equipment procurement and acoustic design. The studio, on Trwhitt Court in Dromana, is equipped with high-end equipment spread across 3 separate rooms, a rehearsal lounge, creative space and recording studio, spanning a footprint of close to 100m2. Come check it out! our home is available for various hire options and used by us to cut records!
Last Years Winners
Dan Vogel
Aron Luca
PRIZES & SPONSORS
Cargill Custom Guitar
$9,000
Mentoring and vocal coaching packages
$2,000
Recording sessions value
$1,000
Cash and Two Buoys venue vouchers
$1,300
Studio recording package including studio time, mixing and final master
$500
Coach Music Academy professional voice lessons
$400
PreSonus® AudioBox USB® 96 Studio $470.58
Coleman’s Music store voucher $100
Two Buoys Unplugged Format
Two Buoys Unplugged is an open format event encouraging and supporting serious up and coming artists. Both solo acoustic and Duos are welcome. Every week three artists will each play one 30 minute set. The artists may choose their own music for this set. At the end of the night one artist will be chosen to go through to the next round. Voting is comprised 50% from the crowd via our online voting platform and 50% from a judge’s panel and the event hosts. The judges will be comprised of industry professionals. On week 11 and 12 we will showcase the Semi-finals. The Grand final will be on week 13. The finalists will get to perform three times over this period.
Voting
Voting is via a three category points system combining votes from audience, judges and hosts .
People’s Vote:
The audience in attendance will be given a QR code that will allow them vote using our online voting platform. The Artist with the most votes will receive 3 points, the 2nd highest will get 2 points and 3rd will get 1 point. This will go towards their success to progressing through to the next rounds.
Judges Vote:
The judges vote will consist of a 3 point blind scoring system that gets revealed at the end of the night. Judges may be selected by venue management and may consist of sponsors, established industry professionals, venue owner or agent. Judges are likely to give higher point rating for original content.
Hosts Vote:
Our Hosts, Justin Flemming and Brent Fergus are established artists and professionals in their own right. They will coordinate the registered artists and review their individual performances using the same 3 point scoring system .
TWO BUOYS UNPLUGGED
2025 REGISTRATION
Artist Draw
Once all applications have been received a draw will be created outlining the schedule for artists to appear and whom they will appear against, this will be published on the web site .
Information Terms and conditions
- Artists must register their full details via the web site registration form or manually in person at the venue.
- Upon registration artist are highly recommended to submit some form of their work. Spotify, YouTube, podcast, ect.
- All participating artists agree to be filmed whilst performing and for video and still shots to be used for promotional purposes in all forms of media.
- Two buoys will make posters for artists using their still shots to promote the artist on their nights, prior to artist scheduled appearance they will be emailed a promotional invite to share with their friends.
- Artists are allowed to perform covers and originals.
- Scheduled performance times will be communicated in advance and appear on the unplugged web site page, artists perform one 30min set, and are expected to be ready to go on at least 10 minutes prior to scheduled time this will ensure smooth changeovers, any delays that are artist related will come out of their performance time.
- Entrants will be expected to perform solo however they can elect to have one guest musician for one elected song per set.
- Entrants to competition must be 18 years old and over. Guests and patrons under 18 years may attend whilst accompanied by adult or guardian during meal service however must leave by 10pm.
- It is highly recommended and encouraged for artists invite a support base to attend as the crowd vote weighs heavily in their success.
- Set times will change as the artist progresses through the rounds.
- Entrants progressing to finals will lodge their set list 3 days prior to performance, artists are encouraged to perform new material for each round or at least have a new arrangement of a previously performed song (this will have a weighting with the judges)
- Are allowed to perform on any instruments that a solo artist would take to a regular gig.
- The prizes are set and 1st and 2nd place will be awarded by the 3 judging categories.
Equipment that Two Buoys provides are:
- In house PA
- Audio Mixer
- Microphones
- Microphone stands.
- Foldback Monitor
- Lighting
- Leads, (any extra leads need to be supplied by the artist)
- Artist are recommended to bring instrument, pedal board (if needed), leads and their A game.
A designated storage area will be provided by Two Buoys. Please note it is up to Artists to be mindful of others instruments in the area, as Two Buoys will not take responsibility of any damaged goods.
1st Place Prize – “Artist Launch Pack”
3 Full Studio Days @ Humble Studios (includes recording + mixing, but not mastering)
1 Hour Artistry Strategy Session (before the studio time, to help plan their project – artist development & direction)
2nd Place – “Artistry Session @ Humble Creative Studios” 2 x 1 Hour Artistry Sessions (includes vocal coaching, branding, gig planning, socials)
3rd Place – “Artistry Session @ Humble Creative Studios” 2 x 1 Hour Artistry Sessions (same as 2nd place – maybe lean slightly more vocal coaching focused here)
For Everyone Else – “1st Session Half Price” Exclusive Half-Price Artistry Session (first-timers only) One-time invite to take their next step. You’ve got something special – and I would love to help you take it further. As part of your journey with Two Buoys Unplugged, you’ve unlocked an exclusive half-price artistry session with Humble Studios. Let’s build on what you started.
Non Finalists – (those who don’t make it past online video auditions) As a special thank you for entering Two Buoys Unplugged, you’re invited to book a half-price online artistry session with Tay from Humble Studios.
- In this 1 hour 1-on-1 session, you’ll work on: Vocal technique & performance
- Artist identity & confidence
- Crafting your sound or finding your lane
- Setting goals for gigs, releases, and next steps
This isn’t just your average coaching — it’s a launchpad for your next chapter. Normally $120 — yours for $60 (limited time)
Humble Creative Studios in Frankston
Email or call to book in humblestudioshq@gmail.com / 0430 713 342
Or book online here
http://tiny.cc/Book-Humble-Studios
(Enter discount code ‘unpluggedcomp’)
At Cargill Custom Guitars, tradition stands the test of time – James still operates from his father’s original garage workshop at the back of the family home, although these days, he admits a change of scenery would be nice. Regardless, the Cargill garage has become something of a music icon itself – an unassuming and intimate workshop packed with the paraphernalia of over 50 years of music and guitar history.
Taking a hands-on, one-on-one approach to guitars, James continues the type of ‘old-fashioned’ service that was expected in the 1950s, but rarely applies to businesses of the new millennium. Considering the unique nature of this trade, taking a personal interest in each guitar is what helps keep Cargill at the forefront of the music industry.
As well as hand-building guitars, Cargill equally concentrates on the maintenance of instruments – both new and vintage – and welcomes any of enquiries regarding the ongoing repair and care of your guitar.
Founded in 1989, Coleman’s Music is a family-owned music store serving musicians across Victoria and Australia. With two retail locations in Melbourne, Lynbrook, and an online store.
We’re proud to be a store for all musicians. Whether you’re just starting or you’ve been playing for decades, everyone is welcome in our store. We stock a comprehensive range of musical instruments, accessories, print music, gifts, and more. Our friendly staff are always happy to help with advice, so you can feel confident shoping with us.
Visit us in Lynbrook (5 Raylee Place) or in the Melbourne CBD (105 Elizabeth Street) or, you can find our complete selection of musical instruments on our website. colemansmusic.com.au
Magic Mountain Records operates from a compact studio space in Mount Eliza, Victoria. Harnessing a decade of music industry experience, brothers Jack and Matt Harrison aim to prioritise the expression of artists in a dynamic and nurturing environment.
Matt Harrison is a songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist best known for fronting indie project Façades, producing 3 albums with this project and gigging throughout Victoria. With additional experience in events, live sound and music education, his genres of focus include indie pop, folk and rock music. Matt works in Logic Pro and Pro Tools.
Jack Harrison is a songwriter, producer and electronic instrumentalist known for his releases under the alias Blue Captive. With a steadily growing library of hardware and software synths and drum machines, his genres of focus are folk, electronica, and ambient house music. Jack works in Ableton Live and Pro Tools, Both jack & Harrison have completed degrees in music production at Collarts, Melbourne.
