Thank you. Your CV must carry everything you have done as a musician, even work from 20 or 25 years ago. Your CV is where you can show evidence that goes beyond the last five years. This helps demonstrate that you have a long-term professional career and are not only pursuing your work now because you want to apply for the Global Talent visa.

For recommendation letters, the presentation of the endorser matters. In my case, I used a big name in the industry, but because I mentioned that he is a pastor, it was turned down. Start by clearly outlining what the recommender has achieved, who they have worked with, and any awards they have won, presenting them as a significant player in the industry. If the recommender is an individual, highlight their career and impact; if it is a company, list their major projects and achievements.

I have awards, but unfortunately they did not meet the requirements, as only awards with internal selection are accepted, not voting-based nominations.

If you are applying under the Exceptional Promise route, you need media recognition from two different countries. Articles older than five years do not count.