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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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Bob O’Keeffe, Kym Guesdon Rise In BCEC Restructure Ahead of ‘Unprecedented Infrastructure Development’

As the 10-year countdown to the Brisbane Olympics ticks away, Bob O’Keeffe and Kym Guesdon are promoted as part of a strategic reshuffle at ASM Global APAC. O’Keeffe rises to chief operating officer…

By Lars Brandle - May 27, 2022
Bob O’Keeffe, Kym Guesdon Rise In BCEC Restructure Ahead of ‘Unprecedented Infrastructure Development’

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Bob O’Keeffe, Kym Guesdon Rise In BCEC Restructure Ahead of ‘Unprecedented Infrastructure Development’

As the 10-year countdown to the Brisbane Olympics ticks away, Bob O’Keeffe and Kym Guesdon are promoted as part of a strategic reshuffle at ASM Global APAC. O’Keeffe rises to chief operating officer…

By Lars Brandle - May 27, 2022
Bob O’Keeffe, Kym Guesdon Rise In BCEC Restructure Ahead of ‘Unprecedented Infrastructure Development’

Bob O’Keeffe, Kym Guesdon Rise In BCEC Restructure Ahead of ‘Unprecedented Infrastructure Development’

As the 10-year countdown to the Brisbane Olympics ticks away, Bob O’Keeffe and Kym Guesdon are promoted as part of a strategic reshuffle at ASM Global APAC. O’Keeffe rises to chief operating officer…

By Lars Brandle - May 27, 2022
Bob O’Keeffe, Kym Guesdon Rise In BCEC Restructure Ahead of ‘Unprecedented Infrastructure Development’

News

Bob O’Keeffe, Kym Guesdon Rise In BCEC Restructure Ahead of ‘Unprecedented Infrastructure Development’

As the 10-year countdown to the Brisbane Olympics ticks away, Bob O’Keeffe and Kym Guesdon are promoted as part of a strategic reshuffle at ASM Global APAC. O’Keeffe rises to chief operating officer…

By Lars Brandle - May 27, 2022

Bob O’Keeffe, Kym Guesdon Rise In BCEC Restructure Ahead of ‘Unprecedented Infrastructure Development’

As the 10-year countdown to the Brisbane Olympics ticks away, Bob O’Keeffe and Kym Guesdon are promoted as part of a strategic reshuffle at ASM Global APAC. O’Keeffe rises to chief operating officer…

By Lars Brandle - May 27, 2022
Bob O’Keeffe, Kym Guesdon Rise In BCEC Restructure Ahead of ‘Unprecedented Infrastructure Development’

News

Bob O’Keeffe, Kym Guesdon Rise In BCEC Restructure Ahead of ‘Unprecedented Infrastructure Development’

As the 10-year countdown to the Brisbane Olympics ticks away, Bob O’Keeffe and Kym Guesdon are promoted as part of a strategic reshuffle at ASM Global APAC. O’Keeffe rises to chief operating officer…

By Lars Brandle - May 27, 2022
ARIA Launches ‘In Conversation’ Series With The Wombats and Jack River

ARIA Launches ‘In Conversation’ Series With The Wombats and Jack River

"In Conversation" will connect the “biggest acts from around the globe” with the best from these parts for a deep-dive on-stage experience.

By Lars Brandle - May 27, 2022
ARIA Launches ‘In Conversation’ Series With The Wombats and Jack River

News

ARIA Launches ‘In Conversation’ Series With The Wombats and Jack River

"In Conversation" will connect the “biggest acts from around the globe” with the best from these parts for a deep-dive on-stage experience.

By Lars Brandle - May 27, 2022
Untitled Group Unveils Promotions, Hires After ‘Huge Growth’: Exclusive

Untitled Group Unveils Promotions, Hires After ‘Huge Growth’: Exclusive

As the live music sector looks ahead to an all-time busy summer, Untitled Group gears-up with a string of promotions and new hires, TIO can exclusively reveal. Among those elevated at the concerts…

By Lars Brandle - May 26, 2022
Untitled Group Unveils Promotions, Hires After ‘Huge Growth’: Exclusive

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Untitled Group Unveils Promotions, Hires After ‘Huge Growth’: Exclusive

As the live music sector looks ahead to an all-time busy summer, Untitled Group gears-up with a string of promotions and new hires, TIO can exclusively reveal. Among those elevated at the concerts…

By Lars Brandle - May 26, 2022
Boy & Bear Partners With American Express For First NFT Collection

Boy & Bear Partners With American Express For First NFT Collection

The multiple ARIA Award-winning indie rock act launches its NFT collection ahead of Amex's "Back The Night" music festival.

By Lars Brandle - May 25, 2022
Boy & Bear Partners With American Express For First NFT Collection

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Boy & Bear Partners With American Express For First NFT Collection

The multiple ARIA Award-winning indie rock act launches its NFT collection ahead of Amex's "Back The Night" music festival.

By Lars Brandle - May 25, 2022
Tim Pithouse Joins Artist Management Company Three Six Zero: Report

Tim Pithouse Joins Artist Management Company Three Six Zero: Report

Pithouse, who was considered a leading candidate for the top job at Sony Music Australia, is said to have joined Three Six Zero.

By Lars Brandle - May 25, 2022
Tim Pithouse Joins Artist Management Company Three Six Zero: Report

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Tim Pithouse Joins Artist Management Company Three Six Zero: Report

Pithouse, who was considered a leading candidate for the top job at Sony Music Australia, is said to have joined Three Six Zero.

By Lars Brandle - May 25, 2022
U.S. Live Events Subscription Platform festivalPass Eyes Australia Launch

U.S. Live Events Subscription Platform festivalPass Eyes Australia Launch

An innovative new U.S.-based subscription platform that offers members access to more than 80,000 festivals and concerts is already eyeing a launch in Australia. Based in Austin, Texas, the home of…

By Lars Brandle - May 24, 2022
U.S. Live Events Subscription Platform festivalPass Eyes Australia Launch

News

U.S. Live Events Subscription Platform festivalPass Eyes Australia Launch

An innovative new U.S.-based subscription platform that offers members access to more than 80,000 festivals and concerts is already eyeing a launch in Australia. Based in Austin, Texas, the home of…

By Lars Brandle - May 24, 2022
WMG’s Simon Cahill, Jaxsta’s Alli Galloway Confirmed for Sydney ‘Future of Music’ Panel

WMG’s Simon Cahill, Jaxsta’s Alli Galloway Confirmed for Sydney ‘Future of Music’ Panel

WMG's Simon Cahill and Jaxsta Music’s Alli Galloway are confirmed for a special deep-dive discussion this Friday on the future of music.

By Lars Brandle - May 24, 2022
WMG’s Simon Cahill, Jaxsta’s Alli Galloway Confirmed for Sydney ‘Future of Music’ Panel

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WMG’s Simon Cahill, Jaxsta’s Alli Galloway Confirmed for Sydney ‘Future of Music’ Panel

WMG's Simon Cahill and Jaxsta Music’s Alli Galloway are confirmed for a special deep-dive discussion this Friday on the future of music.

By Lars Brandle - May 24, 2022
Live Music Industry Welcomes ‘Outstanding Result’ as Court Rejects Viagogo Appeal

Live Music Industry Welcomes ‘Outstanding Result’ as Court Rejects Viagogo Appeal

The live music industry warmly welcomes the Full Federal Court’s decision last week to dismiss an appeal from Viagogo, and to uphold a $7 million penalty imposed on the rogue ticketing company.The…

By Lars Brandle - May 23, 2022
Live Music Industry Welcomes ‘Outstanding Result’ as Court Rejects Viagogo Appeal

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Live Music Industry Welcomes ‘Outstanding Result’ as Court Rejects Viagogo Appeal

The live music industry warmly welcomes the Full Federal Court’s decision last week to dismiss an appeal from Viagogo, and to uphold a $7 million penalty imposed on the rogue ticketing company.The…

By Lars Brandle - May 23, 2022
Coles Partners With Mushroom Creative House for First Nations Pathway Program

Coles Partners With Mushroom Creative House for First Nations Pathway Program

The multi-year arrangement will expand into music, building on Coles’ existing programs, which currently focus on sport.

By Lars Brandle - May 20, 2022
Coles Partners With Mushroom Creative House for First Nations Pathway Program

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Coles Partners With Mushroom Creative House for First Nations Pathway Program

The multi-year arrangement will expand into music, building on Coles’ existing programs, which currently focus on sport.

By Lars Brandle - May 20, 2022
Fanny Lumsden Named Bigsound Country Ambassador

Fanny Lumsden Named Bigsound Country Ambassador

In her official capacity, Lumsden will join a “Country Music Taskforce” ahead of this September's edition of Bigsound.

By Lars Brandle - May 20, 2022
Fanny Lumsden Named Bigsound Country Ambassador

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Fanny Lumsden Named Bigsound Country Ambassador

In her official capacity, Lumsden will join a “Country Music Taskforce” ahead of this September's edition of Bigsound.

By Lars Brandle - May 20, 2022
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