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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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Mo’Ju signs with Universal Music Publishing Group

Mo’Ju signs with Universal Music Publishing Group

UMPG signs the Australian singer and songwriter to an exclusive, global publishing pact, ahead of the release of a fourth studio album.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 14, 2021
Mo’Ju signs with Universal Music Publishing Group

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Mo’Ju signs with Universal Music Publishing Group

UMPG signs the Australian singer and songwriter to an exclusive, global publishing pact, ahead of the release of a fourth studio album.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 14, 2021
Warren Costello steps down from Mushroom Group to focus on health, family

Warren Costello steps down from Mushroom Group to focus on health, family

Costello steps down from his roles within the business, effective immediately, to focus on his health and spend time with his family.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 13, 2021
Warren Costello steps down from Mushroom Group to focus on health, family

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Warren Costello steps down from Mushroom Group to focus on health, family

Costello steps down from his roles within the business, effective immediately, to focus on his health and spend time with his family.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 13, 2021
Budjerah eyes U.S. breakthrough through Warner Records U.S. partnership

Budjerah eyes U.S. breakthrough through Warner Records U.S. partnership

Budjerah will get a crack at the prized American market through a new partnership struck with Warner Records U.S.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 13, 2021
Budjerah eyes U.S. breakthrough through Warner Records U.S. partnership

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Budjerah eyes U.S. breakthrough through Warner Records U.S. partnership

Budjerah will get a crack at the prized American market through a new partnership struck with Warner Records U.S.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 13, 2021
Apple Music spins new tool for DJ mixes that compensates creators

Apple Music spins new tool for DJ mixes that compensates creators

Apple Music has hit upon a new application for its Shazam business, one that should generate new streams of money for DJs and artists.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 12, 2021
Apple Music spins new tool for DJ mixes that compensates creators

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Apple Music spins new tool for DJ mixes that compensates creators

Apple Music has hit upon a new application for its Shazam business, one that should generate new streams of money for DJs and artists.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 12, 2021
Milk & Honey expands into ANZ, led by Daniel Nall

Milk & Honey expands into ANZ, led by Daniel Nall

The Los Angeles-based music and sports management firm expands into these parts with an office in Sydney, led by Daniel Nall.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 10, 2021
Milk & Honey expands into ANZ, led by Daniel Nall

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Milk & Honey expands into ANZ, led by Daniel Nall

The Los Angeles-based music and sports management firm expands into these parts with an office in Sydney, led by Daniel Nall.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 10, 2021
‘Freedom’ day is coming for NSW, though restrictions will continue for live music

‘Freedom’ day is coming for NSW, though restrictions will continue for live music

The New South Wales government’s “roadmap to freedom” provides a glimmer of hope for a desperate live music industry.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 9, 2021
‘Freedom’ day is coming for NSW, though restrictions will continue for live music

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‘Freedom’ day is coming for NSW, though restrictions will continue for live music

The New South Wales government’s “roadmap to freedom” provides a glimmer of hope for a desperate live music industry.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 9, 2021
Andrew White returns to management with Milk Bar

Andrew White returns to management with Milk Bar

Andrew White shakes it up with Milk Bar Management, a Melbourne-based enterprise that he admittedly operates with a “family” atmosphere.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 9, 2021
Andrew White returns to management with Milk Bar

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Andrew White returns to management with Milk Bar

Andrew White shakes it up with Milk Bar Management, a Melbourne-based enterprise that he admittedly operates with a “family” atmosphere.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 9, 2021
Serenade expands U.K. team with first senior executive hire

Serenade expands U.K. team with first senior executive hire

Mike Walsh joins the Serenade team as U.K. Head of Strategic Partnerships, the company's first senior exec appointment.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 8, 2021
Serenade expands U.K. team with first senior executive hire

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Serenade expands U.K. team with first senior executive hire

Mike Walsh joins the Serenade team as U.K. Head of Strategic Partnerships, the company's first senior exec appointment.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 8, 2021
How Nathan Cavaleri turned onto Twitch, and discovered a game-changer

How Nathan Cavaleri turned onto Twitch, and discovered a game-changer

Cavaleri, the former child star, is tapping into new audiences, thanks to the streaming platform made popular with gamers.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 8, 2021
How Nathan Cavaleri turned onto Twitch, and discovered a game-changer

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How Nathan Cavaleri turned onto Twitch, and discovered a game-changer

Cavaleri, the former child star, is tapping into new audiences, thanks to the streaming platform made popular with gamers.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 8, 2021
Emma Donovan signs with Cooking Vinyl Australia: Exclusive

Emma Donovan signs with Cooking Vinyl Australia: Exclusive

The first release through the new deal is "Under These Streets," a collection of eight tracks drawn from the vault of her band The Putbacks.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 7, 2021
Emma Donovan signs with Cooking Vinyl Australia: Exclusive

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Emma Donovan signs with Cooking Vinyl Australia: Exclusive

The first release through the new deal is "Under These Streets," a collection of eight tracks drawn from the vault of her band The Putbacks.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 7, 2021
Guy Sebastian breaks ranks on #VaxTheNation

Guy Sebastian breaks ranks on #VaxTheNation

Sebastian says it's not his "place to deal in absolutes to tell people what to do in regards to their personal health choices."

By Lars Brandle - Sep 7, 2021
Guy Sebastian breaks ranks on #VaxTheNation

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Guy Sebastian breaks ranks on #VaxTheNation

Sebastian says it's not his "place to deal in absolutes to tell people what to do in regards to their personal health choices."

By Lars Brandle - Sep 7, 2021
Australian Festival Industry Conference pushed back to 2022

Australian Festival Industry Conference pushed back to 2022

The Australian Festival Industry Conference (AFIC) won’t happen in 2021, due to the pandemic. New dates are fixed for 2022.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 6, 2021
Australian Festival Industry Conference pushed back to 2022

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Australian Festival Industry Conference pushed back to 2022

The Australian Festival Industry Conference (AFIC) won’t happen in 2021, due to the pandemic. New dates are fixed for 2022.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 6, 2021
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