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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

Michael Chugg and Mark Pope Reunite For Lismore Concert 'One From The Heart'

Michael Chugg and Mark Pope Reunite For Lismore Concert 'One From The Heart'

Following the recent, historic floods in northern New South Wales, legendary promoter Michael Chugg will produce a special free concert for the residents of Lismore. Grinspoon, Paul Kelly and Dan…

By Lars Brandle - Apr 28, 2022
Michael Chugg and Mark Pope Reunite For Lismore Concert 'One From The Heart'

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Michael Chugg and Mark Pope Reunite For Lismore Concert 'One From The Heart'

Following the recent, historic floods in northern New South Wales, legendary promoter Michael Chugg will produce a special free concert for the residents of Lismore. Grinspoon, Paul Kelly and Dan…

By Lars Brandle - Apr 28, 2022
Beth Appleton Named CEO of Jaxsta (EXCLUSIVE)

Beth Appleton Named CEO of Jaxsta (EXCLUSIVE)

The development, announced Thursday (April 28) to the ASX, is a best-of-both-worlds scenario for the official music credits database.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 28, 2022
Beth Appleton Named CEO of Jaxsta (EXCLUSIVE)

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Beth Appleton Named CEO of Jaxsta (EXCLUSIVE)

The development, announced Thursday (April 28) to the ASX, is a best-of-both-worlds scenario for the official music credits database.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 28, 2022
Wasserman Music Acquires Paradigm's U.K. Live Music Business

Wasserman Music Acquires Paradigm's U.K. Live Music Business

Wasserman Music is expanding its European footprint -- and its substantial roster -- with the acquisition of Paradigm's U.K. live music representation business. Although it’s a Europe-focused…

By Lars Brandle - Apr 27, 2022
Wasserman Music Acquires Paradigm's U.K. Live Music Business

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Wasserman Music Acquires Paradigm's U.K. Live Music Business

Wasserman Music is expanding its European footprint -- and its substantial roster -- with the acquisition of Paradigm's U.K. live music representation business. Although it’s a Europe-focused…

By Lars Brandle - Apr 27, 2022
BMG Signs Pacific Avenue (EXCLUSIVE)

BMG Signs Pacific Avenue (EXCLUSIVE)

Pacific Avenue “are one of the most exciting bands we’ve come across in a long time," comments BMG chief Heath Johns.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 27, 2022
BMG Signs Pacific Avenue (EXCLUSIVE)

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BMG Signs Pacific Avenue (EXCLUSIVE)

Pacific Avenue “are one of the most exciting bands we’ve come across in a long time," comments BMG chief Heath Johns.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 27, 2022
Dan Rosen, Matt Gudinski, Nina Rabe-Cairns Named to Billboard’s International Power Players List

Dan Rosen, Matt Gudinski, Nina Rabe-Cairns Named to Billboard’s International Power Players List

Warner Music’s Dan Rosen, Mushroom Group’s Matt Gudinski and Ingrooves’ Nina Rabe-Cairns lead a healthy Australian contingent in Billboard’s 2022 International Power Players List. Warner Music…

By Lars Brandle - Apr 26, 2022
Dan Rosen, Matt Gudinski, Nina Rabe-Cairns Named to Billboard’s International Power Players List

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Dan Rosen, Matt Gudinski, Nina Rabe-Cairns Named to Billboard’s International Power Players List

Warner Music’s Dan Rosen, Mushroom Group’s Matt Gudinski and Ingrooves’ Nina Rabe-Cairns lead a healthy Australian contingent in Billboard’s 2022 International Power Players List. Warner Music…

By Lars Brandle - Apr 26, 2022
Bigsound Returns With Live Conference and Festival: 'We're Going Big'

Bigsound Returns With Live Conference and Festival: 'We're Going Big'

Bigsound is back. After skipping 2021, and rolling out a virtual experience in 2020 at the height of the pandemic, Bigsound returns this September as a physical conference and festival event. Spread…

By Lars Brandle - Apr 26, 2022
Bigsound Returns With Live Conference and Festival: 'We're Going Big'

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Bigsound Returns With Live Conference and Festival: 'We're Going Big'

Bigsound is back. After skipping 2021, and rolling out a virtual experience in 2020 at the height of the pandemic, Bigsound returns this September as a physical conference and festival event. Spread…

By Lars Brandle - Apr 26, 2022
Australia and Canadian Songwriters Make Sweet Music at Inaugural Virtual Camp

Australia and Canadian Songwriters Make Sweet Music at Inaugural Virtual Camp

Now, music publishers and songwriters from both countries have come together for the love of music, and, for 40 creators, a first-of-its kind virtual camp.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 22, 2022
Australia and Canadian Songwriters Make Sweet Music at Inaugural Virtual Camp

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Australia and Canadian Songwriters Make Sweet Music at Inaugural Virtual Camp

Now, music publishers and songwriters from both countries have come together for the love of music, and, for 40 creators, a first-of-its kind virtual camp.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 22, 2022
'No Music On A Dead Planet' Is Now Spinning In Australia

'No Music On A Dead Planet' Is Now Spinning In Australia

Kevin Parker, The Avalanches, Budjerah, Courtney Barnett and Cody Simpson are among the 40-plus homegrown artists who’ve pledged support.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 21, 2022
'No Music On A Dead Planet' Is Now Spinning In Australia

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'No Music On A Dead Planet' Is Now Spinning In Australia

Kevin Parker, The Avalanches, Budjerah, Courtney Barnett and Cody Simpson are among the 40-plus homegrown artists who’ve pledged support.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 21, 2022
Park Sounds Sets Stage for Sydney Olympic Park Live Music Reactivation

Park Sounds Sets Stage for Sydney Olympic Park Live Music Reactivation

Park Sounds the new, months-long festival currently spilling out in the streets of Sydney Olympic Park, is the kick-starter for a reinvigoration programme across the park’s stadiums, arenas and the…

By Lars Brandle - Apr 21, 2022
Park Sounds Sets Stage for Sydney Olympic Park Live Music Reactivation

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Park Sounds Sets Stage for Sydney Olympic Park Live Music Reactivation

Park Sounds the new, months-long festival currently spilling out in the streets of Sydney Olympic Park, is the kick-starter for a reinvigoration programme across the park’s stadiums, arenas and the…

By Lars Brandle - Apr 21, 2022
The Wiggles to Receive the Ted Albert Award at 2022 APRAs

The Wiggles to Receive the Ted Albert Award at 2022 APRAs

Fuel up your big red car, the Wiggles are taking centre stage at the APRA Music Awards. Announced today (April 21), the Wiggles are the 2022 recipients of the Ted Albert Award for Outstanding…

By Lars Brandle - Apr 20, 2022
The Wiggles to Receive the Ted Albert Award at 2022 APRAs

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The Wiggles to Receive the Ted Albert Award at 2022 APRAs

Fuel up your big red car, the Wiggles are taking centre stage at the APRA Music Awards. Announced today (April 21), the Wiggles are the 2022 recipients of the Ted Albert Award for Outstanding…

By Lars Brandle - Apr 20, 2022
Jaddan Comerford Talks Side Stage Ventures: 'This Is a Big Part of The Next Chapter In My Career'

Jaddan Comerford Talks Side Stage Ventures: 'This Is a Big Part of The Next Chapter In My Career'

“It's an extension of what I’ve been doing this whole time,” Jaddan Comerford says of Side Stage Ventures, unveiled earlier this month.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 20, 2022
Jaddan Comerford Talks Side Stage Ventures: 'This Is a Big Part of The Next Chapter In My Career'

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Jaddan Comerford Talks Side Stage Ventures: 'This Is a Big Part of The Next Chapter In My Career'

“It's an extension of what I’ve been doing this whole time,” Jaddan Comerford says of Side Stage Ventures, unveiled earlier this month.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 20, 2022
Blueprint for Bluesfest 2022: Peter Noble Talks Challenges, Future Plans

Blueprint for Bluesfest 2022: Peter Noble Talks Challenges, Future Plans

Floods, COVID, border closures, public health orders, last-minute cancellations. Bluesfest has taken a flurry of hits over the past two years, the type that would knock-down most heavyweights.…

By Lars Brandle - Apr 19, 2022
Blueprint for Bluesfest 2022: Peter Noble Talks Challenges, Future Plans

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Blueprint for Bluesfest 2022: Peter Noble Talks Challenges, Future Plans

Floods, COVID, border closures, public health orders, last-minute cancellations. Bluesfest has taken a flurry of hits over the past two years, the type that would knock-down most heavyweights.…

By Lars Brandle - Apr 19, 2022
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