Booking a recording artist for your corporate event is one of the most impactful entertainment decisions you can make. Get it right and your guests are talking about it for years. Get it wrong and no amount of good food or open bar will save the night.
Booking corporate entertainment can be daunting but the key to getting it right is choosing an artist who combines genuine star power with the flexibility, professionalism and audience appeal that corporate events demand. Not every recording artist is built for corporate performance — but the five on this list absolutely are.
At Australian Network Entertainment (ANE), these are the Australian recording artists our corporate clients book most — and why they deliver outstanding results every time.
1. Jessica Mauboy
Jessica Mauboy is one of the most versatile and in-demand recording artists in Australia — and for corporate event organisers, that versatility is her greatest asset.
A genuine Australian music star with a string of platinum records, television roles and even a Eurovision appearance to her name, Jessica brings extraordinary vocal talent and genuine warmth to every performance. She connects with audiences of all ages and backgrounds, and her natural charisma makes every person in the room feel like she’s performing just for them.
What makes Jessica particularly valuable for corporate events is her extraordinary flexibility of format. Unlike many recording artists who require a full band production, Jessica can perform in multiple configurations:
• Backing tracks only — perfect for events with limited stage or production capacity
• Small band format — a more intimate, stripped-back feel that works beautifully for gala dinners
• Full band production — a complete headline show experience for large-scale corporate events
Whatever your venue, your budget or your production capacity, Jessica Mauboy can be configured to fit. She is one of the most genuinely professional and client-friendly artists on the ANE roster — consistently praised by event organisers for her warmth, reliability and the sheer quality of her voice.
Best for: Gala dinners, major corporate awards nights, product launches, events requiring a genuine Australian music star with maximum audience appeal.
2. Sneaky Sound System
If you’re looking for high-energy, contemporary entertainment that will get your corporate event dancing, Sneaky Sound System is one of the smartest bookings you can make — and one of the most surprisingly practical.
Sneaky Sound System is the acclaimed Australian electronic duo comprising the extraordinary vocalist Miss Connie and DJ and producer Angus McDonald. With massive Australian hits including “I Love It” and “UFO” to their name, they bring genuine recording artist credibility and the kind of energy that transforms a corporate room into a dance floor.
What makes Sneaky Sound System exceptional for corporate events is their compact format. As a duo — just Miss Connie and DJ Angus — they require significantly less stage space, production infrastructure and technical setup than a full band. For events where space is at a premium or production budgets are tight, this is a genuine game-changer.
But don’t let the compact format fool you. Miss Connie is one of the most electrifying live performers in Australia — a powerhouse vocalist with a stage presence that fills rooms many times the size of most corporate venues. Combined with Angus’s seamless DJ production, Sneaky Sound System delivers a full headline show experience in a remarkably streamlined package.
Best for: Corporate events where energy and dancing are the priority, after-dinner entertainment, events with younger demographics or a contemporary music preference, events with limited stage capacity.
3. Samantha Jade
Samantha Jade is one of Australia’s most beloved and consistently booked corporate recording artists — and among event planners who’ve worked with her, the response is always the same: she exceeded every expectation.
An X Factor winner with a string of Australian hit singles and a voice that genuinely stops rooms, Samantha brings extraordinary vocal talent wrapped in a warmth and professionalism that makes her an absolute joy to work with. She is, quite simply, one of the most client-friendly artists in the Australian music industry — engaged, appreciative and genuinely invested in making every event she performs at a success.
Like Jessica Mauboy, Samantha offers genuine format flexibility — able to perform to backing tracks, with a small band or as a full production headline act. This makes her an outstanding choice for events across a wide range of sizes and budgets. Don’t let her compact stage presence fool you — Samantha Jade is an absolute powerhouse performer who consistently delivers one of the most talked-about shows on the corporate circuit.
Best for: Corporate gala dinners, awards nights, Christmas parties, private functions, events that want a genuine Australian pop star with outstanding vocal ability and exceptional professionalism.
4. Jimmy Barnes
There are Australian recording artists — and then there is Jimmy Barnes. Quite simply one of the most iconic figures in Australian music history, Jimmy Barnes is a legend whose name alone generates a reaction that no other artist on this list can replicate.
As the lead vocalist of Cold Chisel and one of Australia’s most successful solo artists, Jimmy’s catalogue spans decades of Australian musical history. From “Working Class Man” to “Too Much Ain’t Enough Love,” his songs are woven into the fabric of Australian culture in a way that resonates across every generation.
For corporate events, Jimmy Barnes brings something that is genuinely rare — the combination of true rock legend status with the loveable, self-deprecating warmth of a man who has been through it all and come out the other side with his humanity intact. His story is one of the great Australian redemption narratives, and his audiences love him for it.
Booking Jimmy Barnes for your corporate event is a statement. It says that your organisation takes entertainment seriously, understands Australian culture and is prepared to give your guests an experience they genuinely won’t forget.
Best for: Large-scale corporate events and gala dinners, events targeting an Australian audience aged 35 and above, events where the entertainment needs to be the undisputed highlight of the night, organisations wanting to make a genuine statement with their entertainment booking.
5. Jon Stevens
Jon Stevens is one of Australian rock music’s most compelling and emotionally resonant live performers — and his current show offers corporate audiences something genuinely unique: two of the greatest Australian rock catalogues ever recorded, performed by one extraordinary voice.
Jon first came to prominence as the lead vocalist of Noiseworks — the Sydney rock band whose hits including “Touch,” “Take Me Back” and “Hot Chilli Woman” defined an era of Australian rock music. After Noiseworks, Jon went on to spend five years as the lead vocalist of INXS following the passing of the irreplaceable Michael Hutchence — performing the iconic INXS catalogue to audiences around the world and earning widespread acclaim for the respect and integrity he brought to that role.
Today, Jon Stevens performs a show that celebrates both legacies — delivering the Noiseworks hits his original fans love alongside the INXS classics that a new generation has discovered. The result is a setlist that is both nostalgically powerful and genuinely broad in its appeal.
6. Ricki-Lee
Ricki-Lee is not only an amazing singer and performer but her high TV profile as host of Australian Idol and Australia’s Got Talent makes her a “wow factor” addition to any event.
Ricki-Lee is also able to perform to backing tracks with her two dancers or with her full band. act. Ricki-Lee offers a set of not only her own big hits but also classic dance floor covers. Her warm personality wins over every audience and her energy is infectious.
Best for: Corporate gala dinners, awards nights, Christmas parties, private functions, events that want a genuine Australian pop star with outstanding vocal ability and exceptional professionalism.
HOW TO BOOK AUSTRALIAN RECORDING ARTISTS FOR YOUR CORPORATE EVENT
Ready to book one of these artists for your event? Here’s how the process works through ANE:
1. Call ANE on (02) 9918-2022 or use our online enquiry form
2. Tell us your event date, location, audience size, production capacity and budget
3. We’ll confirm artist availability and provide a full quotation
4. Once confirmed, ANE handles the contract, rider and all logistics
5. Your artist performs and your event becomes the one everyone remembers
A NOTE ON TIMING: For artists of this calibre, we strongly recommend enquiring as early as possible — ideally six to twelve months in advance for major events, and especially for October to December bookings when corporate event season peaks. The most in-demand artists fill their calendars quickly.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: How much does it cost to book a recording artist for a corporate event?
A: Fees vary significantly depending on the artist profile, event location, performance duration, production requirements and event date. Contact ANE on (02) 9918-2022 for a tailored quotation based on your specific requirements.
Q: Can these artists perform in different formats to suit our budget and venue?
A: Yes — several of the artists on this list, including Jessica Mauboy and Samantha Jade, offer genuine format flexibility and can perform to backing tracks, with a small band or as a full production. Let ANE know your production capacity when you enquire.
Q: What production do we need to provide for a recording artist performance?
A: Production requirements vary by artist. ANE will provide a full technical rider when your booking is confirmed, covering stage size, sound system, lighting and any other requirements. Our team will assist you through the whole process.
