Our Story
John Shelley
Founder and Principle Agent
I embarked on this journey of building a booking agency fueled by my unwavering passion for nurturing the growth of talented artists.
I take immense pride in having facilitated countless connections between these gifted musicians and their audiences. Over the years, my agency has become a haven for brilliance, fostering the artistic endeavors of hundreds.
Together with our roster, we will create experiences that continue to resonate with music lovers and service the amazing venues, artists, corporate and private functions across Queensland and beyond.
John Shelley
![JS01](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/JS01-jpg.webp)
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21 years rockin qld
since 2002
Artists Worked With
The Past
The Gig Factory Was Born in 2002
From its modest beginnings in a cramped chamber hosting a mere 10 acts, the Gig Factory swiftly emerged as the premier agency for homegrown talent in Queensland. As time marched forward, this humble team blossomed into a thriving enterprise, collaborating with thousands of artists and venues throughout Queensland.
The Future
2023 and beyond
With an unwavering commitment to nurturing talent and forging connections between artists and their fervent audiences, the Gig Factory continues to champion the vibrant Queensland music scene.Â
Venues Booked
![The Australian Eagles Show](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Eagles-510x382.jpg)
![Mono](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Mono-510x382.jpg)
![Made in the 80’s](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/80s03-510x382.webp)
![The UK Classic Rock Show](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Main-Logo-Hi-Res-510x382.jpg)
![Angie Whiteley](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/973435_1580799-510x382.jpg)
![60’s Revolution](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/60s-Revolution-Artwork_working-file-510x382.png)
![Follow The Fox](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Main-Pic-510x382.jpg)
![Mr Baritone](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Web-Main-1-Photo-510x382.jpg)
![Radiotheft](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Radiotheft-150110-011.jpg)
![The Great American Classic Rock Show](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/GACRShow_logo_web-510x382.jpg)
![Berst](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Berst-poster-woodman-attemp-2-510x382.jpg)
![Ramjet](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/351009086_3110538945916586_7025507415721365040_n-510x382.webp)
![Alter Egos](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/Alter-Egos-SC1-BW-w-logo-510x382.jpg)
![The Big Duo](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/The-Big-Duo-hires.jpg)
![Rob Fitchett](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/Cropped-Name-web-1024x768.jpg)
![Sessions](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/sessions-2.jpg)
![Mason Rack Band](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Mason_Rack.jpg)
![Zoophonic Blonde](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/ZoophonicBlonde-hires1.jpg)
![Inexcess](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/inexcess-web.jpg)
![Paradise City ~ Guns & Roses Show](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/Paradise-City-Guns-Roses-Show-web-1024x767.jpg)
![The Whispering Jack Show ( John Farnham Tribute)](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/IMG_5404_small-2.jpg)
![Head Injuries – Midnight Oil Show](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/oils-hires.jpg)
![The Angels Oils Show](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/The-Angels-Oils-Show-hires.jpg)
![Alive The Pearl Jam Show](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/alive-hiresweb1-1024x768.jpg)
![70’s Versus the 80’s](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1971/03/NL-WS-Base-70s-80s-510x382.jpg)
![Soul Men Blues Brothers Show](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/Soul-men-Blues-Brothers-show-hires.jpg)
![Woody](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1971/01/IMG_5843-510x382.jpg)
![Down 311](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/down311-web-1024x768.jpg)
![Kerry Kennedy & Double Barrel](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/201428_10151016682632541_2014052658_o-1024x764.jpg)
![No Right Turn](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/No-Right-Turn.jpg)
![Trace](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/Trace-hires.jpg)
![Twang](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/Twang-hires.jpg)
![Made In Australia](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/Made-in-Australia-hires.jpg)
![Rumours (A Tribute To Fleetwood Mac)](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/RumoursA-Tribute-to-Fleetwood-Mac-hires.jpg)
![UK Bee Geez](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/Main-UK-Bee-Geez-promo-pic-2017-510x382.jpg)
![Mark Sheils](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/Mark-Sheils-510x382.jpg)
![Casey Fogg](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/casey-web.jpg)
![Mark Bono](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/Mark-Bono.jpg)
![Nigel Jones](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/Nigel-Jones-hires.jpg)
![Paul Kerin](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/Paul-Kerin-web-1024x767.jpg)
![Simon Meola](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/Simon-Meola.jpg)
![Steve Sparrow](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/Steve-Sparrow.jpg)
![Karma](https://thegigfactory.com.au/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/Karma-hires-1024x768.jpg)
The Gig Factory