The Christian Music Conference (CMC) will launch on Friday, March 6, 2026, at APRA AMCOS in Ultimo, Sydney, bringing together artists and industry professionals for a one-day, ticketed gathering focused on the future of Christian music in Australia and beyond.
Designed as a professional industry event, CMC convenes the people shaping how Christian music is created, developed, distributed, and heard — including artists, songwriters, managers, labels, publishers, producers, radio programmers, and digital platform partners.
The conference launches at a time of significant momentum for the genre. According to industry data from Luminate and reporting by Billboard, Christian music streaming has grown by approximately 60% over the past five years, with faith-forward songs increasingly entering mainstream charts and playlists. Younger, streaming-native audiences are driving discovery and repeat listening, expanding the genre’s cultural reach.
CMC exists to respond to this moment with intention.
Rather than focusing on inspiration alone, the conference is structured to support strategic alignment, collaboration, and long-term sustainability across the Christian music ecosystem.
“Christian music is experiencing real growth and renewed cultural engagement,” said Cameron Gullo, Founder of Christian Music Conference and Managing Director of 1606 Management. “This conference is about stewarding that momentum well — strengthening infrastructure, building relationships, and ensuring the genre continues to grow with excellence and integrity.”
A Strategic Gathering for the Industry
Christian Music Conference is not a worship event or fan experience. It is a focused industry gathering designed to:
** Strengthen professional infrastructure across the genre
** Foster meaningful collaboration between creatives and industry leaders
** Support sustainable artist development and career pathways
** Position Australia as an active contributor to the global Christian music landscape
The event will feature keynote sessions, panels, and facilitated conversations addressing the creative, commercial, and cultural dynamics shaping Christian music today.
Why Australia, Why Now
Australia has played a formative role in the global Christian music movement, producing artists, writers, and creative teams with international influence. As global interest in faith-forward music continues to grow, CMC positions Australia to actively shape the next phase of the genre — through leadership, collaboration, and strategic engagement.
Event Details
** Event: Christian Music Conference (CMC)
** Date: Friday, March 6, 2026
** Location: APRA AMCOS, Ultimo, Sydney
** Format: One-day, ticketed industry conference
** Website: www.christianmusicconference.com
Hashtag: #CMC2026 Tagline: Grow the Genre. Advance the Gospel.
