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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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Masked Wolf's 'Astronaut in the Ocean' is the hottest rap song in the U.S.

Masked Wolf's 'Astronaut in the Ocean' is the hottest rap song in the U.S.

Masked Wolf continues his sky-high ascent with 'Astronaut in the Ocean,' which scores another U.S. No. 1 and lifts to No. 6 on the Hot 100.

By Lars Brandle - May 21, 2021
Masked Wolf's 'Astronaut in the Ocean' is the hottest rap song in the U.S.

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Masked Wolf's 'Astronaut in the Ocean' is the hottest rap song in the U.S.

Masked Wolf continues his sky-high ascent with 'Astronaut in the Ocean,' which scores another U.S. No. 1 and lifts to No. 6 on the Hot 100.

By Lars Brandle - May 21, 2021
QMusic addresses sexual assault allegations: ‘The music industry must do better’

QMusic addresses sexual assault allegations: ‘The music industry must do better’

QMusic has once more addressed the alleged rape of an artist following a Bigsound showcase, and pledged to make changes.

By Lars Brandle - May 21, 2021
QMusic addresses sexual assault allegations: ‘The music industry must do better’

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QMusic addresses sexual assault allegations: ‘The music industry must do better’

QMusic has once more addressed the alleged rape of an artist following a Bigsound showcase, and pledged to make changes.

By Lars Brandle - May 21, 2021
Mirror Music builds trans-Atlantic path, signs U.K.’s L’objectif: Exclusive

Mirror Music builds trans-Atlantic path, signs U.K.’s L’objectif: Exclusive

Kurt Bailey’s independent music company signs U.K. act L’objectif, the first in what should be a wave of international activity.

By Lars Brandle - May 21, 2021
Mirror Music builds trans-Atlantic path, signs U.K.’s L’objectif: Exclusive

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Mirror Music builds trans-Atlantic path, signs U.K.’s L’objectif: Exclusive

Kurt Bailey’s independent music company signs U.K. act L’objectif, the first in what should be a wave of international activity.

By Lars Brandle - May 21, 2021
Support Act, White Sky launch free financial planning workshops in time for tax season

Support Act, White Sky launch free financial planning workshops in time for tax season

For most of us, tax time is like hitting a month of Mondays while sick with flu. Support Act is here to help.

By Lars Brandle - May 20, 2021
Support Act, White Sky launch free financial planning workshops in time for tax season

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Support Act, White Sky launch free financial planning workshops in time for tax season

For most of us, tax time is like hitting a month of Mondays while sick with flu. Support Act is here to help.

By Lars Brandle - May 20, 2021
Al Matcott signs with Converge Management, Believe: Exclusive

Al Matcott signs with Converge Management, Believe: Exclusive

Al Matcott is ready for the next stage, and he can now lean on Converge Management and Believe to help get in him there.

By Lars Brandle - May 20, 2021
Al Matcott signs with Converge Management, Believe: Exclusive

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Al Matcott signs with Converge Management, Believe: Exclusive

Al Matcott is ready for the next stage, and he can now lean on Converge Management and Believe to help get in him there.

By Lars Brandle - May 20, 2021
Peter Noble talks Bluesfest ‘Version 3’ and post-COVID live entertainment: ‘Things are getting better’

Peter Noble talks Bluesfest ‘Version 3’ and post-COVID live entertainment: ‘Things are getting better’

The old, familiar magic should be there on the fields and the stages Byron Bay this October, says Peter Noble.

By Lars Brandle - May 19, 2021
Peter Noble talks Bluesfest ‘Version 3’ and post-COVID live entertainment: ‘Things are getting better’

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Peter Noble talks Bluesfest ‘Version 3’ and post-COVID live entertainment: ‘Things are getting better’

The old, familiar magic should be there on the fields and the stages Byron Bay this October, says Peter Noble.

By Lars Brandle - May 19, 2021
Twice as Nice sign with Mushroom Music Publishing, Young & Vicious

Twice as Nice sign with Mushroom Music Publishing, Young & Vicious

Twice as Nice land a home with Mushroom Music Publishing and Young & Vicious, the boutique rights management and music publishing business.

By Lars Brandle - May 19, 2021
Twice as Nice sign with Mushroom Music Publishing, Young & Vicious

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Twice as Nice sign with Mushroom Music Publishing, Young & Vicious

Twice as Nice land a home with Mushroom Music Publishing and Young & Vicious, the boutique rights management and music publishing business.

By Lars Brandle - May 19, 2021
QMusic taps Kris Stewart as new CEO

QMusic taps Kris Stewart as new CEO

Stewart has served as Artistic Director at Brisbane Powerhouse for 8 years, during which time he oversaw 2,500 productions.

By Lars Brandle - May 18, 2021
QMusic taps Kris Stewart as new CEO

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QMusic taps Kris Stewart as new CEO

Stewart has served as Artistic Director at Brisbane Powerhouse for 8 years, during which time he oversaw 2,500 productions.

By Lars Brandle - May 18, 2021
Michael Chugg's country protégé Casey Barnes is ready for the big rodeo

Michael Chugg's country protégé Casey Barnes is ready for the big rodeo

Casey Barnes is primed and ready for the big league, Michael Chugg reckons. He'd already be there were it not for COVID.

By Lars Brandle - May 18, 2021
Michael Chugg's country protégé Casey Barnes is ready for the big rodeo

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Michael Chugg's country protégé Casey Barnes is ready for the big rodeo

Casey Barnes is primed and ready for the big league, Michael Chugg reckons. He'd already be there were it not for COVID.

By Lars Brandle - May 18, 2021
Catherine Haridy to leave AAM for top job at Australian Music Centre

Catherine Haridy to leave AAM for top job at Australian Music Centre

The Association of Artist Managers (AAM) is on the lookout for a new leader with Catherine Haridy announcing her departure next month.

By Lars Brandle - May 17, 2021
Catherine Haridy to leave AAM for top job at Australian Music Centre

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Catherine Haridy to leave AAM for top job at Australian Music Centre

The Association of Artist Managers (AAM) is on the lookout for a new leader with Catherine Haridy announcing her departure next month.

By Lars Brandle - May 17, 2021
Delta Goodrem weighs in on #MeToo: ‘It really hurts my heart’

Delta Goodrem weighs in on #MeToo: ‘It really hurts my heart’

Goodrem was briefly lost for words when panelists on "The Project" asked for her thoughts on sexual abuse in the music industry.

By Lars Brandle - May 14, 2021
Delta Goodrem weighs in on #MeToo: ‘It really hurts my heart’

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Delta Goodrem weighs in on #MeToo: ‘It really hurts my heart’

Goodrem was briefly lost for words when panelists on "The Project" asked for her thoughts on sexual abuse in the music industry.

By Lars Brandle - May 14, 2021
Troye Sivan is the third Australian to top a Billboard chart this week

Troye Sivan is the third Australian to top a Billboard chart this week

With 'You,' Troye Sivan is the third Australian to top a U.S. chart this week. 'You' blasts 4-1 on Billboard's Dance/Mix Show Airplay chart.

By Lars Brandle - May 14, 2021
Troye Sivan is the third Australian to top a Billboard chart this week

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Troye Sivan is the third Australian to top a Billboard chart this week

With 'You,' Troye Sivan is the third Australian to top a U.S. chart this week. 'You' blasts 4-1 on Billboard's Dance/Mix Show Airplay chart.

By Lars Brandle - May 14, 2021
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