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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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New study probes the effects of COVID-19 on the entertainment industry

New study probes the effects of COVID-19 on the entertainment industry

Researchers are calling on professionals from the entertainment industries for their insights and experiences from the pandemic.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 25, 2021
New study probes the effects of COVID-19 on the entertainment industry

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New study probes the effects of COVID-19 on the entertainment industry

Researchers are calling on professionals from the entertainment industries for their insights and experiences from the pandemic.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 25, 2021
For Australia’s music industry in 2021, the only constant is change (Op-Ed)

For Australia’s music industry in 2021, the only constant is change (Op-Ed)

The Australian music industry has been struck by a bolt of shock and awe quite unlike none that have come before.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 24, 2021
For Australia’s music industry in 2021, the only constant is change (Op-Ed)

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For Australia’s music industry in 2021, the only constant is change (Op-Ed)

The Australian music industry has been struck by a bolt of shock and awe quite unlike none that have come before.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 24, 2021
Nick Cave, Tones And I are flying on U.K. charts

Nick Cave, Tones And I are flying on U.K. charts

Several Australian artists are flying on the midweek U.K. charts, where one major prize is up for grabs: a No. 1 album.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 24, 2021
Nick Cave, Tones And I are flying on U.K. charts

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Nick Cave, Tones And I are flying on U.K. charts

Several Australian artists are flying on the midweek U.K. charts, where one major prize is up for grabs: a No. 1 album.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 24, 2021
Who will lead Sony Music Australia?

Who will lead Sony Music Australia?

TIO identifies some of the obvious candidates for the new direction of Sony Music Australia, and some less so.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 23, 2021
Who will lead Sony Music Australia?

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Who will lead Sony Music Australia?

TIO identifies some of the obvious candidates for the new direction of Sony Music Australia, and some less so.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 23, 2021
Sony Music Australia leadership change: Pat Handlin and Mark Stebnicki stood down

Sony Music Australia leadership change: Pat Handlin and Mark Stebnicki stood down

Sweeping changes continue at the Australian HQ of Sony Music, where Pat Handlin and Mark Stebnicki have been stood down.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 22, 2021
Sony Music Australia leadership change: Pat Handlin and Mark Stebnicki stood down

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Sony Music Australia leadership change: Pat Handlin and Mark Stebnicki stood down

Sweeping changes continue at the Australian HQ of Sony Music, where Pat Handlin and Mark Stebnicki have been stood down.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 22, 2021
Following his Sony Music exit, Denis Handlin ‘can no longer be on the ARIA board’

Following his Sony Music exit, Denis Handlin ‘can no longer be on the ARIA board’

Denis Handlin’s departure from Sony Music will also trigger his exit from the ARIA board and bring to an end his reign as chairman.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 21, 2021
Following his Sony Music exit, Denis Handlin ‘can no longer be on the ARIA board’

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Following his Sony Music exit, Denis Handlin ‘can no longer be on the ARIA board’

Denis Handlin’s departure from Sony Music will also trigger his exit from the ARIA board and bring to an end his reign as chairman.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 21, 2021
U.K. music lawyer Nick Weaser establishes Australian presence

U.K. music lawyer Nick Weaser establishes Australian presence

Experienced U.K. music lawyer Nick Weaser is setting up shop in Australia and is keen to work "shoulder-to-shoulder" with Australian talent.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 21, 2021
U.K. music lawyer Nick Weaser establishes Australian presence

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U.K. music lawyer Nick Weaser establishes Australian presence

Experienced U.K. music lawyer Nick Weaser is setting up shop in Australia and is keen to work "shoulder-to-shoulder" with Australian talent.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 21, 2021
Denis Handlin exits Sony Music: Read the internal email

Denis Handlin exits Sony Music: Read the internal email

For many music industry professionals, Denis Handlin has been the face of Sony Music in these parts for a lifetime.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 21, 2021
Denis Handlin exits Sony Music: Read the internal email

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Denis Handlin exits Sony Music: Read the internal email

For many music industry professionals, Denis Handlin has been the face of Sony Music in these parts for a lifetime.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 21, 2021
Tones And I's 'Dance Monkey' confirmed as most-Shazamed track of all time

Tones And I's 'Dance Monkey' confirmed as most-Shazamed track of all time

Shazam hits two new milestones, as users fire off one billion tags each month and all-time IDs pass 50 billion.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 18, 2021
Tones And I's 'Dance Monkey' confirmed as most-Shazamed track of all time

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Tones And I's 'Dance Monkey' confirmed as most-Shazamed track of all time

Shazam hits two new milestones, as users fire off one billion tags each month and all-time IDs pass 50 billion.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 18, 2021
Mushroom Group expands artist services activities, partners with Foreign Echo

Mushroom Group expands artist services activities, partners with Foreign Echo

With Matt Gudinski now settled into the top job, the Mushroom Group strikes a new partnership with management company Foreign Echo.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 17, 2021
Mushroom Group expands artist services activities, partners with Foreign Echo

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Mushroom Group expands artist services activities, partners with Foreign Echo

With Matt Gudinski now settled into the top job, the Mushroom Group strikes a new partnership with management company Foreign Echo.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 17, 2021
Live music gives punters a mental health boost: Report

Live music gives punters a mental health boost: Report

A U.K. study explores the pent-up demand for live music, consumer confidence and the perceived boost in mental health from going to a show.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 17, 2021
Live music gives punters a mental health boost: Report

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Live music gives punters a mental health boost: Report

A U.K. study explores the pent-up demand for live music, consumer confidence and the perceived boost in mental health from going to a show.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 17, 2021
Biordi Music embroiled in copyright dispute over Nasa Nova beat

Biordi Music embroiled in copyright dispute over Nasa Nova beat

A legal brouhaha is bubbling away in Australia’s hip-hop community, in a dispute involving a cornerstone music company.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 16, 2021
Biordi Music embroiled in copyright dispute over Nasa Nova beat

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Biordi Music embroiled in copyright dispute over Nasa Nova beat

A legal brouhaha is bubbling away in Australia’s hip-hop community, in a dispute involving a cornerstone music company.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 16, 2021
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