Logo the music network

Lars Brandle

Joined 20222464 posts
LB
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

Australia’s music industry ‘cannot take much more’ as government ramps up Omicron restrictions

Australia’s music industry ‘cannot take much more’ as government ramps up Omicron restrictions

"It feels like a decision like ‘no singing or dancing’ here in NSW is singling out the live music industry,” says ALMBC's Stephen Wade.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 11, 2022
Australia’s music industry ‘cannot take much more’ as government ramps up Omicron restrictions

News

Australia’s music industry ‘cannot take much more’ as government ramps up Omicron restrictions

"It feels like a decision like ‘no singing or dancing’ here in NSW is singling out the live music industry,” says ALMBC's Stephen Wade.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 11, 2022
Luude’s remix of Men At Work’s ‘Down Under’ is a U.K. Top 40 hit

Luude’s remix of Men At Work’s ‘Down Under’ is a U.K. Top 40 hit

Gold Coast producer Luude is behind the fresh cut of ‘Down Under,’ which starts at No. 32 on the Official U.K. Singles Chart.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 10, 2022
Luude’s remix of Men At Work’s ‘Down Under’ is a U.K. Top 40 hit

News

Luude’s remix of Men At Work’s ‘Down Under’ is a U.K. Top 40 hit

Gold Coast producer Luude is behind the fresh cut of ‘Down Under,’ which starts at No. 32 on the Official U.K. Singles Chart.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 10, 2022
As Sydney Festival boycott builds, entertainment industry figures call for ‘unity’

As Sydney Festival boycott builds, entertainment industry figures call for ‘unity’

More than 120 music and entertainment figures have signed an open-letter slamming the boycott of Sydney Festival.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 7, 2022
As Sydney Festival boycott builds, entertainment industry figures call for ‘unity’

News

As Sydney Festival boycott builds, entertainment industry figures call for ‘unity’

More than 120 music and entertainment figures have signed an open-letter slamming the boycott of Sydney Festival.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 7, 2022
Remembering the time Ted Gardner met Brian Jonestown Massacre’s Anton Newcombe

Remembering the time Ted Gardner met Brian Jonestown Massacre’s Anton Newcombe

TIO remembers Ted Gardner with his hilarious account of his first meeting with Brian Jonestown Massacre’s Anton Newcombe.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 7, 2022
Remembering the time Ted Gardner met Brian Jonestown Massacre’s Anton Newcombe

News

Remembering the time Ted Gardner met Brian Jonestown Massacre’s Anton Newcombe

TIO remembers Ted Gardner with his hilarious account of his first meeting with Brian Jonestown Massacre’s Anton Newcombe.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 7, 2022
Ted Gardner was the unsung Aussie hero of heavy music, and a gifted storyteller (Op-Ed)

Ted Gardner was the unsung Aussie hero of heavy music, and a gifted storyteller (Op-Ed)

Gardner, a founding father of festivals and manager to some of the biggest bands of the '90s, had all the best stories, but didn't show off.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 6, 2022
Ted Gardner was the unsung Aussie hero of heavy music, and a gifted storyteller (Op-Ed)

News

Ted Gardner was the unsung Aussie hero of heavy music, and a gifted storyteller (Op-Ed)

Gardner, a founding father of festivals and manager to some of the biggest bands of the '90s, had all the best stories, but didn't show off.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 6, 2022
The Kid LAROI’s ‘Stay’ among U.K.’s biggest hits in 2021

The Kid LAROI’s ‘Stay’ among U.K.’s biggest hits in 2021

Based on data published this week by the U.K.’s official chart compiler, ‘Stay’ was a huge hit with Brits in 2021.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 5, 2022
The Kid LAROI’s ‘Stay’ among U.K.’s biggest hits in 2021

News

The Kid LAROI’s ‘Stay’ among U.K.’s biggest hits in 2021

Based on data published this week by the U.K.’s official chart compiler, ‘Stay’ was a huge hit with Brits in 2021.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 5, 2022
Former Sony Music staffer criticises Rob Stringer’s Royal award

Former Sony Music staffer criticises Rob Stringer’s Royal award

Sony Music Group CEO Rob Stringer’s Royal nod is facing criticism from a former employee at the Australian company.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 4, 2022
Former Sony Music staffer criticises Rob Stringer’s Royal award

News

Former Sony Music staffer criticises Rob Stringer’s Royal award

Sony Music Group CEO Rob Stringer’s Royal nod is facing criticism from a former employee at the Australian company.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 4, 2022
Pnau spins exclusive French Touch DJ set on Apple Music: 'It’ll get you on your feet'

Pnau spins exclusive French Touch DJ set on Apple Music: 'It’ll get you on your feet'

The DJ mix ‘A Bout De Souffle’ is a selection of Pnau’s favorite French tunes, and includes cuts from Cassius, Justice and Bob Sinclar.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 22, 2021
Pnau spins exclusive French Touch DJ set on Apple Music: 'It’ll get you on your feet'

News

Pnau spins exclusive French Touch DJ set on Apple Music: 'It’ll get you on your feet'

The DJ mix ‘A Bout De Souffle’ is a selection of Pnau’s favorite French tunes, and includes cuts from Cassius, Justice and Bob Sinclar.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 22, 2021
'Songs of Disappearance': How an album of bird calls took flight and became a hit

'Songs of Disappearance': How an album of bird calls took flight and became a hit

"Songs of Disappearance" is currently at No. 5 on the ARIA chart, behind blockbuster sets by superstar British singers, Adele and Sheeran.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 21, 2021
'Songs of Disappearance': How an album of bird calls took flight and became a hit

Features

'Songs of Disappearance': How an album of bird calls took flight and became a hit

"Songs of Disappearance" is currently at No. 5 on the ARIA chart, behind blockbuster sets by superstar British singers, Adele and Sheeran.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 21, 2021
From Unearthed to Obama’s ears, Ourness founder Andrew Klippel recounts the rise of Genesis Owusu

From Unearthed to Obama’s ears, Ourness founder Andrew Klippel recounts the rise of Genesis Owusu

2022 will see Owusu on the move. “We’ve got lots of festivals and headline shows in U.S., Europe and U.K. next year,” says Andrew Klippel.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 20, 2021
From Unearthed to Obama’s ears, Ourness founder Andrew Klippel recounts the rise of Genesis Owusu

News

From Unearthed to Obama’s ears, Ourness founder Andrew Klippel recounts the rise of Genesis Owusu

2022 will see Owusu on the move. “We’ve got lots of festivals and headline shows in U.S., Europe and U.K. next year,” says Andrew Klippel.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 20, 2021
U.S. live music veteran Randy Phillips joins TEG board

U.S. live music veteran Randy Phillips joins TEG board

Phillips is named to the TEG board just one week after producing and promoting Ye and Drake's sold-out Free Larry Hoover benefit concert.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 17, 2021
U.S. live music veteran Randy Phillips joins TEG board

News

U.S. live music veteran Randy Phillips joins TEG board

Phillips is named to the TEG board just one week after producing and promoting Ye and Drake's sold-out Free Larry Hoover benefit concert.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 17, 2021
As Omicron looms, music biz calls on Government for ‘essential’ insurance scheme

As Omicron looms, music biz calls on Government for ‘essential’ insurance scheme

With the Delta, and now Omicron, variants threatening to put a downer on live entertainment, the industry pleads for help.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 17, 2021
As Omicron looms, music biz calls on Government for ‘essential’ insurance scheme

News

As Omicron looms, music biz calls on Government for ‘essential’ insurance scheme

With the Delta, and now Omicron, variants threatening to put a downer on live entertainment, the industry pleads for help.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 17, 2021
of 206
THE MUSIC NETWORK NEWSLETTER

Reporting from inside the Australian music business since '94.

Get our top stories straight to your inbox daily by signing up to our Newsletter

By providing your information, you agree to our Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. We use vendors that may also process your information to help provide our services.