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APRA AMCOS and NFSA Launch The National Songbook
APRA AMCOS and the National Film and Sound Archive of Australia have launched The National Songbook, a new annual initiative designed to formally recognise the songs and scores that have helped shape…
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APRA AMCOS and NFSA Launch The National Songbook
APRA AMCOS and the National Film and Sound Archive of Australia have launched The National Songbook, a new annual initiative designed to formally recognise the songs and scores that have helped shape…
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UNIFIED Music Group Enhances Community Music Platform
UNIFIED Music Group has expanded its funding capabilities within its Community Music platform. Community Music is a curated distribution platform purpose-built for independent artists. The platform…
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ARIA Charts: The Temper Trap Take Out Top Spot on Australian Albums List
The Temper Trap have scored the No. 1 Australian record on this week's ARIA charts with their comeback album, 'Sungazer'.
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Why One Day Is Betting on Artist Development in the Streaming Era
When One Day launched as an artist collective over a decade ago, becoming a record label wasn't the immediate goal. Building artists was.Today, after evolving into one of Australia's most respected…
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The Push Secures Over $400,000 to Expand High School Music Program
The Push will expand its high school music, events and industry careers workshops across Australia, after securing more than $400,000 through the federal government's Revive Live Program.The youth…
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The Push Secures Over $400,000 to Expand High School Music Program
The Push will expand its high school music, events and industry careers workshops across Australia, after securing more than $400,000 through the federal government's Revive Live Program.The youth…
Ella Langley Ties Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey on US Chart
Ella Langley has tied a major record in the US.The breakout star's breakout hit “Choosin' Texas” has now reached the level of Whitney Houston's “I Will Always Love You” and Mariah Carey's “We Belong…
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Ella Langley Ties Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey on US Chart
Ella Langley has tied a major record in the US.The breakout star's breakout hit “Choosin' Texas” has now reached the level of Whitney Houston's “I Will Always Love You” and Mariah Carey's “We Belong…
Sydney's Divine Playhouse Has Had its Lease Terminated
New Sydney live music venue Divine Playhouse's run is officially over.
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Sydney's Divine Playhouse Has Had its Lease Terminated
New Sydney live music venue Divine Playhouse's run is officially over.
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'MJ the Musical' Takes Its Final Australian Bow
After 67 weeks, 532 performances and more than 875,000 audience members, 'MJ the Musical' has officially wrapped its Australian tour.
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'MJ the Musical' Takes Its Final Australian Bow
After 67 weeks, 532 performances and more than 875,000 audience members, 'MJ the Musical' has officially wrapped its Australian tour.
Olivia Rodrigo, Ella Langley Reign Supreme on Aotearoa Charts
Olivia Rodrigo and Ella Langley continue to dominate the Official Aotearoa Music Charts this week.Rodrigo remains top of the Top 40 Albums Chart for a fifth straight week with you seem pretty sad for…
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Olivia Rodrigo, Ella Langley Reign Supreme on Aotearoa Charts
Olivia Rodrigo and Ella Langley continue to dominate the Official Aotearoa Music Charts this week.Rodrigo remains top of the Top 40 Albums Chart for a fifth straight week with you seem pretty sad for…
Australian DJ Adds AI Credits to Top Charting Song After Backlash
An Australian DJ and producer has added AI credits to one of his releases after mounting backlash.
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Australian DJ Adds AI Credits to Top Charting Song After Backlash
An Australian DJ and producer has added AI credits to one of his releases after mounting backlash.
BIGSOUND Officially Launches 2026 Program at Brisbane Event
BIGSOUND officially unveiled its 2026 program at a launch event in Fortitude Valley on Wednesday night.
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BIGSOUND Officially Launches 2026 Program at Brisbane Event
BIGSOUND officially unveiled its 2026 program at a launch event in Fortitude Valley on Wednesday night.
What AI Can't Do
Nat Kradolfer, Managing Director and co-founder of EdTech company, Amplify, discusses AI and its place in the music industry.
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What AI Can't Do
Nat Kradolfer, Managing Director and co-founder of EdTech company, Amplify, discusses AI and its place in the music industry.
Noah Kahan Backs Bill Limiting Ticket Resale Prices
Noah Kahan has come out in support of a new bill aimed at limiting ticket resale prices. As per Rolling Stone, the Massachusetts bill , ‘The Great Divide Act’, would limit ticket resale prices, bar…
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Noah Kahan Backs Bill Limiting Ticket Resale Prices
Noah Kahan has come out in support of a new bill aimed at limiting ticket resale prices. As per Rolling Stone, the Massachusetts bill , ‘The Great Divide Act’, would limit ticket resale prices, bar…
2026 Art Music Awards Finalists Announced
This year's Art Music Awards feature 15 categories spanning composition, performance, music education, sound art and experimental practice.
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2026 Art Music Awards Finalists Announced
This year's Art Music Awards feature 15 categories spanning composition, performance, music education, sound art and experimental practice.
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