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‘We Don’t Aspire to Be Other Festivals’: QMusic CEO Kristy Ellis Reflects on BIGSOUND 2026
BIGSOUND won’t chase the model of other major festivals as the organisation begins planning for 2027 and beyond, according to QMusic CEO Kristy Ellis.
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‘We Don’t Aspire to Be Other Festivals’: QMusic CEO Kristy Ellis Reflects on BIGSOUND 2026
BIGSOUND won’t chase the model of other major festivals as the organisation begins planning for 2027 and beyond, according to QMusic CEO Kristy Ellis.
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'You Need People Who Are Going to Protect You': Julia Jacklin Gets Candid About the Music Industry
There’s not much protection in the music industry for artists, according to Julia Jacklin, who says a solid support network has become more crucial than ever.
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Paul Kelly on Why AI Can’t Replace the Human Side of Music
Paul Kelly isn’t ready to predict what artificial intelligence will mean for music, but he knows there are some parts of being an artist that AI can’t touch.
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'I'm Not About Promoting That Music': Annabelle Herd Speaks Out on AI Ban From ARIA Charts
ARIA CEO Annabelle Herd has spoken publicly about the recent changes to the local music charts, which now exclude wholly AI made recordings.
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Alex Warren Scores First Aotearoa No. 1 Album With 'Wildchild'
Alex Warren has claimed the top spot on the Aotearoa Albums chart this week with his second studio album, Wildchild.
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Alex Warren Scores First Aotearoa No. 1 Album With 'Wildchild'
Alex Warren has claimed the top spot on the Aotearoa Albums chart this week with his second studio album, Wildchild.
There’s Still Plenty of Buzz for Ladyhawke's Next Chapter
BIGSOUND has built its reputation on putting emerging Australian and New Zealand artists in front of the industry, making the inclusion of an established, ARIA Award-winning name like Ladyhawke on…
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There’s Still Plenty of Buzz for Ladyhawke's Next Chapter
BIGSOUND has built its reputation on putting emerging Australian and New Zealand artists in front of the industry, making the inclusion of an established, ARIA Award-winning name like Ladyhawke on…
Paul Kelly Defies The Rules: How Australia's Ultimate Anti-Pop Artist Continues to Find New Audiences at 71
40 years after writing 'From St Kilda To Kings Cross,' Paul Kelly returned to Kings Cross last Sunday - and made headlines all over again.
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Paul Kelly Defies The Rules: How Australia's Ultimate Anti-Pop Artist Continues to Find New Audiences at 71
40 years after writing 'From St Kilda To Kings Cross,' Paul Kelly returned to Kings Cross last Sunday - and made headlines all over again.
Young Australians Are Being 'Locked Out' of Live Music, New Report Finds
Nearly half of young Australians under 18 say age restrictions are stopping them from attending live music, according to new research from The Push.
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Young Australians Are Being 'Locked Out' of Live Music, New Report Finds
Nearly half of young Australians under 18 say age restrictions are stopping them from attending live music, according to new research from The Push.
NSW Locks In $4.3M Festival Pill Testing Program After Successful Trial
Pill testing will continue at select NSW music festivals under a new $4.3 million commitment from the state government, following an independent evaluation of its 12-month trial.NSW Health will work…
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NSW Locks In $4.3M Festival Pill Testing Program After Successful Trial
Pill testing will continue at select NSW music festivals under a new $4.3 million commitment from the state government, following an independent evaluation of its 12-month trial.NSW Health will work…
BIGSOUND Expands Concert Care with Auslan Concierge and Strobe-Free Venues
BIGSOUND will expand QMusic's Concert Care program in 2026, introducing an Auslan Concierge Service, live captioning across conference sessions and strobe-free showcase venues as part of a broader…
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BIGSOUND Expands Concert Care with Auslan Concierge and Strobe-Free Venues
BIGSOUND will expand QMusic's Concert Care program in 2026, introducing an Auslan Concierge Service, live captioning across conference sessions and strobe-free showcase venues as part of a broader…
Kobie Dee Launches Twenny47 Records With BAM as Distribution Partner (EXCLUSIVE)
Kobie Dee is stepping into the label business with the launch of Twenny47 Records, The Music Network can exclusively reveal.
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Kobie Dee Launches Twenny47 Records With BAM as Distribution Partner (EXCLUSIVE)
Kobie Dee is stepping into the label business with the launch of Twenny47 Records, The Music Network can exclusively reveal.
2026 Screen Music Awards Returns to Brisbane This October
The Screen Music Awards will return to Brisbane's Fortitude Music Hall on October 28th, with Rob Collins set to host the annual celebration of Australian screen composers.Presented by APRA AMCOS and…
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2026 Screen Music Awards Returns to Brisbane This October
The Screen Music Awards will return to Brisbane's Fortitude Music Hall on October 28th, with Rob Collins set to host the annual celebration of Australian screen composers.Presented by APRA AMCOS and…
Gaga Music and Warp Publishing Announce New Partnership
Gaga Music and Warp Publishing have today announced a brand new partnership.
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Gaga Music and Warp Publishing Announce New Partnership
Gaga Music and Warp Publishing have today announced a brand new partnership.
Triple J to Broadcast One Night Stand 2026 Nationwide
Triple j is bringing One Night Stand to audiences around the country this weekend, with the Griffith festival set to be broadcast and livestreamed nationwide.
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Triple J to Broadcast One Night Stand 2026 Nationwide
Triple j is bringing One Night Stand to audiences around the country this weekend, with the Griffith festival set to be broadcast and livestreamed nationwide.
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