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Lars Brandle

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Lars Brandle has reported at the frontline of the international music industry for over 25 years. A former musician, Lars joined the American music trade “bible” Billboard in 2000 and went on to serve as Global News Editor, based in London. Now Billboard’s Australia correspondent and senior writer with The Brag Media, Lars has appeared on CNN, the BBC and ABC, American Public Media and South Africa's EastCoast Radio, and he has spoken at Midem in Cannes, Music Matters in Singapore, Amsterdam Dance Event, London's City Showcase and at industry gatherings on both sides of the Tasman. His works have been published by Reuters, Media Week, Spin, and The Hollywood Reporter, and he has featured as a pundit in the Australian Financial Review, Business Review Weekly and Britain’s The Independent.

Latest stories

Four Tet claims Domino removed three albums from DSPs over royalty dispute

Four Tet claims Domino removed three albums from DSPs over royalty dispute

British electronic artist Four Tet is embroiled in a legal spat with Domino Recordings over digital royalties, one that is playing out for the rest of us to see. Four Tet (real name Kieran Hebden)…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 22, 2021
Four Tet claims Domino removed three albums from DSPs over royalty dispute

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Four Tet claims Domino removed three albums from DSPs over royalty dispute

British electronic artist Four Tet is embroiled in a legal spat with Domino Recordings over digital royalties, one that is playing out for the rest of us to see. Four Tet (real name Kieran Hebden)…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 22, 2021
Jessica Mauboy’s ‘Glow’ enjoys triple j push

Jessica Mauboy’s ‘Glow’ enjoys triple j push

Jessica Mauboy begins her new era with some love and attention from triple j. The homegrown pop star signed with Warner Music Australia at the tail-end of 2020, ending a career-long relationship with…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 22, 2021
Jessica Mauboy’s ‘Glow’ enjoys triple j push

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Jessica Mauboy’s ‘Glow’ enjoys triple j push

Jessica Mauboy begins her new era with some love and attention from triple j. The homegrown pop star signed with Warner Music Australia at the tail-end of 2020, ending a career-long relationship with…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 22, 2021
Warner Music Australia signs Alex the Astronaut, Electric Fields

Warner Music Australia signs Alex the Astronaut, Electric Fields

Warner Music Australia doubles up with the signings this week of Electric Fields and Alex the Astronaut, both fast-emerging acts with glittering connections in the Pride space. Alex, the fast-rising…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 19, 2021
Warner Music Australia signs Alex the Astronaut, Electric Fields

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Warner Music Australia signs Alex the Astronaut, Electric Fields

Warner Music Australia doubles up with the signings this week of Electric Fields and Alex the Astronaut, both fast-emerging acts with glittering connections in the Pride space. Alex, the fast-rising…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 19, 2021
UNIFIED Music Group launches distribution service Community Music

UNIFIED Music Group launches distribution service Community Music

UNIFIED Music Group has always had community spirit, now the company is making it official. The Melbourne-based independent music powerhouse today (Nov. 18) unveils Community Music, its new…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 18, 2021
UNIFIED Music Group launches distribution service Community Music

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UNIFIED Music Group launches distribution service Community Music

UNIFIED Music Group has always had community spirit, now the company is making it official. The Melbourne-based independent music powerhouse today (Nov. 18) unveils Community Music, its new…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 18, 2021
Live industry welcomes reforms aimed at ‘reviving NSW’s music scene’

Live industry welcomes reforms aimed at ‘reviving NSW’s music scene’

Music venues across New South Wales can now operate with an additional hour of trading, following the passing of new laws aimed at reactivating the live entertainment sector. State parliament on…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 17, 2021
Live industry welcomes reforms aimed at ‘reviving NSW’s music scene’

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Live industry welcomes reforms aimed at ‘reviving NSW’s music scene’

Music venues across New South Wales can now operate with an additional hour of trading, following the passing of new laws aimed at reactivating the live entertainment sector. State parliament on…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 17, 2021
Courtney Barnett eyes U.K. top 20 with 'Things Take Time, Take Time'

Courtney Barnett eyes U.K. top 20 with 'Things Take Time, Take Time'

Courtney Barnett is on track to keep her U.K. Top 20 streak alive with Things Take Time, Take Time, her latest solo album. The celebrated Aussie singer, songwriter and indie label boss' latest…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 17, 2021
Courtney Barnett eyes U.K. top 20 with 'Things Take Time, Take Time'

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Courtney Barnett eyes U.K. top 20 with 'Things Take Time, Take Time'

Courtney Barnett is on track to keep her U.K. Top 20 streak alive with Things Take Time, Take Time, her latest solo album. The celebrated Aussie singer, songwriter and indie label boss' latest…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 17, 2021
Tash Sultana sells out Red Rocks Amphitheatre in minutes: Exclusive

Tash Sultana sells out Red Rocks Amphitheatre in minutes: Exclusive

Tash Sultana’s live show is legendary. And judging by ticket sales for Sultana’s forthcoming show at Red Rocks Amphitheatre, American fans are all over it.Sultana has sold out a show next summer at…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 16, 2021
Tash Sultana sells out Red Rocks Amphitheatre in minutes: Exclusive

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Tash Sultana sells out Red Rocks Amphitheatre in minutes: Exclusive

Tash Sultana’s live show is legendary. And judging by ticket sales for Sultana’s forthcoming show at Red Rocks Amphitheatre, American fans are all over it.Sultana has sold out a show next summer at…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 16, 2021
ARIA Awards 2021: The Kid LAROI, Amy Shark and Genesis Owusu to perform

ARIA Awards 2021: The Kid LAROI, Amy Shark and Genesis Owusu to perform

The Kid LAROI, Amy Shark and Genesis Owusu lead the lineup of performers for the 2021 ARIA Awards, set for Nov. 24. Announced today (Nov. 16), Budjerah, RÜFÜS DU SOL and Gretta Ray will also showcase…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 16, 2021
ARIA Awards 2021: The Kid LAROI, Amy Shark and Genesis Owusu to perform

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ARIA Awards 2021: The Kid LAROI, Amy Shark and Genesis Owusu to perform

The Kid LAROI, Amy Shark and Genesis Owusu lead the lineup of performers for the 2021 ARIA Awards, set for Nov. 24. Announced today (Nov. 16), Budjerah, RÜFÜS DU SOL and Gretta Ray will also showcase…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 16, 2021
2021 NIMAs enjoy 'incredible' response as The Kid Laroi, Baker Boy lead

2021 NIMAs enjoy 'incredible' response as The Kid Laroi, Baker Boy lead

For the second straight year, the pandemic reshaped plans for the National Indigenous Music Awards 2021. So again, organisers went back to the drawing board, reinvented the ceremony, and the response…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 15, 2021
2021 NIMAs enjoy 'incredible' response as The Kid Laroi, Baker Boy lead

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2021 NIMAs enjoy 'incredible' response as The Kid Laroi, Baker Boy lead

For the second straight year, the pandemic reshaped plans for the National Indigenous Music Awards 2021. So again, organisers went back to the drawing board, reinvented the ceremony, and the response…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 15, 2021
Live industry welcomes Victoria government's music restart package and insurance policy

Live industry welcomes Victoria government's music restart package and insurance policy

As Melbourne and the state of Victoria emerge from the world’s longest, and arguably most brutal, lockdown, a new support mechanism is in place to kick-start concerts. Daniel Andrews’ Government…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 15, 2021
Live industry welcomes Victoria government's music restart package and insurance policy

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Live industry welcomes Victoria government's music restart package and insurance policy

As Melbourne and the state of Victoria emerge from the world’s longest, and arguably most brutal, lockdown, a new support mechanism is in place to kick-start concerts. Daniel Andrews’ Government…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 15, 2021
Olivia Newton-John presented with Japan's Order of the Rising Sun

Olivia Newton-John presented with Japan's Order of the Rising Sun

Olivia Newton-John adds another piece of silverware to her imposing collection, this time from the government of Japan. The Australian pop icon is awarded the Order of the Rising Sun, one of Japan’s…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 12, 2021
Olivia Newton-John presented with Japan's Order of the Rising Sun

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Olivia Newton-John presented with Japan's Order of the Rising Sun

Olivia Newton-John adds another piece of silverware to her imposing collection, this time from the government of Japan. The Australian pop icon is awarded the Order of the Rising Sun, one of Japan’s…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 12, 2021
Songwriter advocates, politicians criticise Lucian Grainge's 'obscene' pay packet

Songwriter advocates, politicians criticise Lucian Grainge's 'obscene' pay packet

Being the most powerful executive in the global music industry does have its perks. Specifically, a fat salary. Universal Music Group CEO Lucian Grainge is that man. But his whopping entitlement from…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 11, 2021
Songwriter advocates, politicians criticise Lucian Grainge's 'obscene' pay packet

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Songwriter advocates, politicians criticise Lucian Grainge's 'obscene' pay packet

Being the most powerful executive in the global music industry does have its perks. Specifically, a fat salary. Universal Music Group CEO Lucian Grainge is that man. But his whopping entitlement from…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 11, 2021
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