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Daryl Braithwaite Confirms End of Live Performances

Daryl Braithwaite Confirms End of Live Performances

Daryl Braithwaite has confirmed the end of his live performances. The ARIA Hall of Fame singer broke the news to fans in a social media post overnight."After much thought and consideration, I have…

By Conor Lochrie - 19 hours ago
Daryl Braithwaite Confirms End of Live Performances

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Daryl Braithwaite Confirms End of Live Performances

Daryl Braithwaite has confirmed the end of his live performances. The ARIA Hall of Fame singer broke the news to fans in a social media post overnight."After much thought and consideration, I have…

By Conor Lochrie - 19 hours ago
APRA AMCOS Releases National Cultural Policy Submission

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APRA AMCOS Releases National Cultural Policy Submission

APRA AMCOS has outlined an ambitious vision for the future of Australia's music industry with its National Cultural Policy submission, 'Made Here. Heard Everywhere.'.

By Lauren McNamara - 13 hours ago

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Olivia Rodrigo Recruits Chappell Roan, Garbage and More for All-Women Festival

Olivia Rodrigo Recruits Chappell Roan, Garbage and More for All-Women Festival

Olivia Rodrigo is hosting a new music festival with an all-women lineup. The inaugural festival, called Daisy Chain Fields, will take place at Great Park in Irvine, California on August 29th.The…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 22, 2026
Olivia Rodrigo Recruits Chappell Roan, Garbage and More for All-Women Festival

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Olivia Rodrigo Recruits Chappell Roan, Garbage and More for All-Women Festival

Olivia Rodrigo is hosting a new music festival with an all-women lineup. The inaugural festival, called Daisy Chain Fields, will take place at Great Park in Irvine, California on August 29th.The…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 22, 2026
Legendary Music Executive Clive Davis Dies at 94

Legendary Music Executive Clive Davis Dies at 94

Legendary music executive Clive Davis has died at 94. As per Rolling Stone, Davis, who helped guide the careers of superstars such as Whitney Houston, Bruce Springsteen, and Aretha Franklin, died at…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 22, 2026
Legendary Music Executive Clive Davis Dies at 94

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Legendary Music Executive Clive Davis Dies at 94

Legendary music executive Clive Davis has died at 94. As per Rolling Stone, Davis, who helped guide the careers of superstars such as Whitney Houston, Bruce Springsteen, and Aretha Franklin, died at…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 22, 2026
2026 Pacific Music Awards Nominations Revealed

2026 Pacific Music Awards Nominations Revealed

The 2026 Pacific Music Awards finalists have been announced. 33 artists have been recognised across 13 categories this year, highlighting the depth and diversity of Music talent in Aotearoa and…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 22, 2026
2026 Pacific Music Awards Nominations Revealed

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2026 Pacific Music Awards Nominations Revealed

The 2026 Pacific Music Awards finalists have been announced. 33 artists have been recognised across 13 categories this year, highlighting the depth and diversity of Music talent in Aotearoa and…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 22, 2026
New Zealand Music Startup Lume Announces Launch Date, First Artists

New Zealand Music Startup Lume Announces Launch Date, First Artists

Bic Runga and more big Kiwi names are going to New Zealand music startup Lume. Found in October of last year, Lume is an album-centric music app backed by investors including Lorde, Substack’s Hamish…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 22, 2026
New Zealand Music Startup Lume Announces Launch Date, First Artists

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New Zealand Music Startup Lume Announces Launch Date, First Artists

Bic Runga and more big Kiwi names are going to New Zealand music startup Lume. Found in October of last year, Lume is an album-centric music app backed by investors including Lorde, Substack’s Hamish…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 22, 2026
Triple j Reveals New Drive Duo Following Major Lineup Shake-Up

Triple j Reveals New Drive Duo Following Major Lineup Shake-Up

Triple j has completed its biggest programming overhaul of the year, revealing the pair who will take the reins of Drive.

By Lauren McNamara - Jun 21, 2026
Triple j Reveals New Drive Duo Following Major Lineup Shake-Up

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Triple j Reveals New Drive Duo Following Major Lineup Shake-Up

Triple j has completed its biggest programming overhaul of the year, revealing the pair who will take the reins of Drive.

By Lauren McNamara - Jun 21, 2026
SZA Slams Musicians Using AI

SZA Slams Musicians Using AI

SZA has no time for AI. At all. The US singer took to social media over the weekend to slam artists using AI music generators such as Suno (as per Variety). She further alleged that Diplo had equity…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 21, 2026
SZA Slams Musicians Using AI

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SZA Slams Musicians Using AI

SZA has no time for AI. At all. The US singer took to social media over the weekend to slam artists using AI music generators such as Suno (as per Variety). She further alleged that Diplo had equity…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 21, 2026
Concertgoer Falls to Death at MSG Concert

Concertgoer Falls to Death at MSG Concert

A concertgoer has died after a fall at a Madison Square Garden (MSG) concert. The incident took place at the Goose show on Saturday night at the iconic New York City venue, as per CBS News.Police…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 21, 2026
Concertgoer Falls to Death at MSG Concert

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Concertgoer Falls to Death at MSG Concert

A concertgoer has died after a fall at a Madison Square Garden (MSG) concert. The incident took place at the Goose show on Saturday night at the iconic New York City venue, as per CBS News.Police…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 21, 2026
Silverback Touring and Founder Investigated on 'A Current Affair'

Silverback Touring and Founder Investigated on 'A Current Affair'

An Australian tour promoter and his business have come under scrutiny for payment concerns relating to its artists and workers.

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 19, 2026
Silverback Touring and Founder Investigated on 'A Current Affair'

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Silverback Touring and Founder Investigated on 'A Current Affair'

An Australian tour promoter and his business have come under scrutiny for payment concerns relating to its artists and workers.

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 19, 2026
APRA AMCOS Slams AI Companies for Reportedly Stealing Australian Songs

APRA AMCOS Slams AI Companies for Reportedly Stealing Australian Songs

Music by some of Australia's biggest artists has reportedly been stolen by AI companies for datasets.A new investigation by The Atlantic has uncovered millions of Australian and Aotearoa New Zealand…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 19, 2026
APRA AMCOS Slams AI Companies for Reportedly Stealing Australian Songs

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APRA AMCOS Slams AI Companies for Reportedly Stealing Australian Songs

Music by some of Australia's biggest artists has reportedly been stolen by AI companies for datasets.A new investigation by The Atlantic has uncovered millions of Australian and Aotearoa New Zealand…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 19, 2026
Warner Music Australia and Warner Records Sign Local Artist Alexandria

Warner Music Australia and Warner Records Sign Local Artist Alexandria

Warner Music Australia and Warner Records have joined forces to sign local alt-pop artist Alexandria.

By Staff Writer - Jun 19, 2026
Warner Music Australia and Warner Records Sign Local Artist Alexandria

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Warner Music Australia and Warner Records Sign Local Artist Alexandria

Warner Music Australia and Warner Records have joined forces to sign local alt-pop artist Alexandria.

By Staff Writer - Jun 19, 2026
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