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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.

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Musiio and Audio Network to test the ‘power of AI’ with music discovery partnership

Musiio and Audio Network to test the ‘power of AI’ with music discovery partnership

The sync sector will get a fresh injection of AI thanks to a new alliance between Audio Network Limited, a creator and publisher of music for film, TV and other entertainment content, and Musiio, a…

By Lars Brandle - Sep 5, 2019
Musiio and Audio Network to test the ‘power of AI’ with music discovery partnership

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Musiio and Audio Network to test the ‘power of AI’ with music discovery partnership

The sync sector will get a fresh injection of AI thanks to a new alliance between Audio Network Limited, a creator and publisher of music for film, TV and other entertainment content, and Musiio, a…

By Lars Brandle - Sep 5, 2019
All-star Avicii tribute concert set for December

All-star Avicii tribute concert set for December

David Guetta, Kygo, Rita Ora and Adam Lambert lead a line-up of international dance and pop stars for a tribute to Avicii, the late Swedish EDM great. The Avicii Tribute Concert for Mental Health…

By Lars Brandle - Sep 4, 2019
All-star Avicii tribute concert set for December

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All-star Avicii tribute concert set for December

David Guetta, Kygo, Rita Ora and Adam Lambert lead a line-up of international dance and pop stars for a tribute to Avicii, the late Swedish EDM great. The Avicii Tribute Concert for Mental Health…

By Lars Brandle - Sep 4, 2019
Gaga Music signs U.K. deal with Bucks Music Group

Gaga Music signs U.K. deal with Bucks Music Group

Gaga Music has struck an administration deal with the venerated independent music publisher Bucks Music Group for the U.K. Ireland. Founded in 2007 by Grant Gillies, and with offices in Sydney and…

By Lars Brandle - Sep 3, 2019
Gaga Music signs U.K. deal with Bucks Music Group

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Gaga Music signs U.K. deal with Bucks Music Group

Gaga Music has struck an administration deal with the venerated independent music publisher Bucks Music Group for the U.K. Ireland. Founded in 2007 by Grant Gillies, and with offices in Sydney and…

By Lars Brandle - Sep 3, 2019
Orbit DJ Retreats coming to Australia in 2020: Exclusive

Orbit DJ Retreats coming to Australia in 2020: Exclusive

As some of the leading players in the world of electronic and dance music get busy with their to-do list ahead of next month’s debut Orbit DJ Retreats in Ibiza, organisers are already looking ahead…

By Lars Brandle - Sep 2, 2019
Orbit DJ Retreats coming to Australia in 2020: Exclusive

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Orbit DJ Retreats coming to Australia in 2020: Exclusive

As some of the leading players in the world of electronic and dance music get busy with their to-do list ahead of next month’s debut Orbit DJ Retreats in Ibiza, organisers are already looking ahead…

By Lars Brandle - Sep 2, 2019
Brisbane’s finest in focus for High Rotation music exhibition

Brisbane’s finest in focus for High Rotation music exhibition

Powderfinger, The Go-Betweens, The Veronicas, Keith Urban, Kate Miller-Heidke and many other greats of the Sunshine State are in focus for a new exhibition in central Brisbane. Opening today at City…

By Lars Brandle - Aug 30, 2019
Brisbane’s finest in focus for High Rotation music exhibition

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Brisbane’s finest in focus for High Rotation music exhibition

Powderfinger, The Go-Betweens, The Veronicas, Keith Urban, Kate Miller-Heidke and many other greats of the Sunshine State are in focus for a new exhibition in central Brisbane. Opening today at City…

By Lars Brandle - Aug 30, 2019
ARIA just published its vault of Awards videos, announced 2019 ARIAs details

ARIA just published its vault of Awards videos, announced 2019 ARIAs details

The 2019 ARIA Awards are fast approaching, so best take a seat, log on and take a trip back in time. With this year’s ceremony scheduled to take place Nov. 27 at Sydney’s The Star, ARIA has opened…

By Lars Brandle - Aug 29, 2019
ARIA just published its vault of Awards videos, announced 2019 ARIAs details

News

ARIA just published its vault of Awards videos, announced 2019 ARIAs details

The 2019 ARIA Awards are fast approaching, so best take a seat, log on and take a trip back in time. With this year’s ceremony scheduled to take place Nov. 27 at Sydney’s The Star, ARIA has opened…

By Lars Brandle - Aug 29, 2019
Live Nation chairman says Australia’s live scene ‘punches above its weight’

Live Nation chairman says Australia’s live scene ‘punches above its weight’

Brisbane’s new Fortitude Music Hall is open and, judging by its early bookings, doing a solid trade. There may be more like it in the pipeline. Speaking with Billboard, Alan Ridgeway, chairman of…

By Lars Brandle - Aug 28, 2019
Live Nation chairman says Australia’s live scene ‘punches above its weight’

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Live Nation chairman says Australia’s live scene ‘punches above its weight’

Brisbane’s new Fortitude Music Hall is open and, judging by its early bookings, doing a solid trade. There may be more like it in the pipeline. Speaking with Billboard, Alan Ridgeway, chairman of…

By Lars Brandle - Aug 28, 2019
You can buy a night out at the 2019 ARIA Awards

You can buy a night out at the 2019 ARIA Awards

Want to rub shoulders with the biggest names in the game? But you don't have buddies in the business? Well, you can. The 2019 ARIA Awards, the record industry’s flagship celebration of what’s hot and…

By Lars Brandle - Aug 28, 2019
You can buy a night out at the 2019 ARIA Awards

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You can buy a night out at the 2019 ARIA Awards

Want to rub shoulders with the biggest names in the game? But you don't have buddies in the business? Well, you can. The 2019 ARIA Awards, the record industry’s flagship celebration of what’s hot and…

By Lars Brandle - Aug 28, 2019
123 Agency unveils ‘invigorated’ new team, label signings: Exclusive

123 Agency unveils ‘invigorated’ new team, label signings: Exclusive

As it reflects on its first five years, Damian Costin’s 123 Agency is gearing up for the next phase with an expanded artist roster and hungry new team. The Melbourne-based independent music company…

By Lars Brandle - Aug 27, 2019
123 Agency unveils ‘invigorated’ new team, label signings: Exclusive

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123 Agency unveils ‘invigorated’ new team, label signings: Exclusive

As it reflects on its first five years, Damian Costin’s 123 Agency is gearing up for the next phase with an expanded artist roster and hungry new team. The Melbourne-based independent music company…

By Lars Brandle - Aug 27, 2019
TEG expands into Europe through acquisition of The MJR Group

TEG expands into Europe through acquisition of The MJR Group

Australian entertainment giant TEG is accelerating its expansion into the U.K. and Europe through the acquisition of live specialist The MJR Group. Based in Bristol, England, and with offices in…

By Lars Brandle - Aug 26, 2019
TEG expands into Europe through acquisition of The MJR Group

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TEG expands into Europe through acquisition of The MJR Group

Australian entertainment giant TEG is accelerating its expansion into the U.K. and Europe through the acquisition of live specialist The MJR Group. Based in Bristol, England, and with offices in…

By Lars Brandle - Aug 26, 2019
Spotify just matched Apple Music’s free trial period

Spotify just matched Apple Music’s free trial period

Spotify is giving you more time to fall for its premium service. The streaming giant is tackling Apple Music head-on by dangling a three-month free period for anyone who signs up to Spotify Premium,…

By Lars Brandle - Aug 23, 2019
Spotify just matched Apple Music’s free trial period

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Spotify just matched Apple Music’s free trial period

Spotify is giving you more time to fall for its premium service. The streaming giant is tackling Apple Music head-on by dangling a three-month free period for anyone who signs up to Spotify Premium,…

By Lars Brandle - Aug 23, 2019
Country music is booming in Australia, powered by stars, fests and streaming: report

Country music is booming in Australia, powered by stars, fests and streaming: report

Rock, pop, hip-hop, dance and country. Never, ever forget country. It’s boom time for county music, which has enjoyed a bountiful 20 years, is in “robust health,” generates “sustained growth” and…

By Lars Brandle - Aug 22, 2019
Country music is booming in Australia, powered by stars, fests and streaming: report

News

Country music is booming in Australia, powered by stars, fests and streaming: report

Rock, pop, hip-hop, dance and country. Never, ever forget country. It’s boom time for county music, which has enjoyed a bountiful 20 years, is in “robust health,” generates “sustained growth” and…

By Lars Brandle - Aug 22, 2019
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