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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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LPA's Evelyn Richardson on negotiating lifeline with Federal Gov't: 'We were clear on our top three priorities'

LPA's Evelyn Richardson on negotiating lifeline with Federal Gov't: 'We were clear on our top three priorities'

Were it not for a $135 million lifeline from Canberra -- the result of music industry lobbying -- 2021 would look a lot more like 2020.

By Lars Brandle - May 13, 2021
LPA's Evelyn Richardson on negotiating lifeline with Federal Gov't: 'We were clear on our top three priorities'

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LPA's Evelyn Richardson on negotiating lifeline with Federal Gov't: 'We were clear on our top three priorities'

Were it not for a $135 million lifeline from Canberra -- the result of music industry lobbying -- 2021 would look a lot more like 2020.

By Lars Brandle - May 13, 2021
UNIFIED Music Group & Bolster’s ‘Main Stage' virtual forum is streaming on YouTube

UNIFIED Music Group & Bolster’s ‘Main Stage' virtual forum is streaming on YouTube

On April 29, the Main Stage virtual forum kicked off to fill some of the gaping void left in the conference calendar.

By Lars Brandle - May 13, 2021
UNIFIED Music Group & Bolster’s ‘Main Stage' virtual forum is streaming on YouTube

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UNIFIED Music Group & Bolster’s ‘Main Stage' virtual forum is streaming on YouTube

On April 29, the Main Stage virtual forum kicked off to fill some of the gaping void left in the conference calendar.

By Lars Brandle - May 13, 2021
The Kid LAROI is now a Billboard chart leader

The Kid LAROI is now a Billboard chart leader

The Kid LAROI can add another accolade to his building collection. He’s now officially a Billboard chart topper.

By Lars Brandle - May 12, 2021
The Kid LAROI is now a Billboard chart leader

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The Kid LAROI is now a Billboard chart leader

The Kid LAROI can add another accolade to his building collection. He’s now officially a Billboard chart topper.

By Lars Brandle - May 12, 2021
Lorde’s ‘Royals’ passes 1 billion streams

Lorde’s ‘Royals’ passes 1 billion streams

It’s raining Billions Awards in New Zealand, where four songwriters are added to APRA AMCOS’ The 1,000,000,000 List.

By Lars Brandle - May 11, 2021
Lorde’s ‘Royals’ passes 1 billion streams

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Lorde’s ‘Royals’ passes 1 billion streams

It’s raining Billions Awards in New Zealand, where four songwriters are added to APRA AMCOS’ The 1,000,000,000 List.

By Lars Brandle - May 11, 2021
Two Aussie acts are flying the flag high in the U.S. Top 10

Two Aussie acts are flying the flag high in the U.S. Top 10

With a little remix magic, high-profile TV performances and some old-fashioned planetary alignment, Masked Wolf and The Kid LAROI are flying.

By Lars Brandle - May 11, 2021
Two Aussie acts are flying the flag high in the U.S. Top 10

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Two Aussie acts are flying the flag high in the U.S. Top 10

With a little remix magic, high-profile TV performances and some old-fashioned planetary alignment, Masked Wolf and The Kid LAROI are flying.

By Lars Brandle - May 11, 2021
WAAX signs with UNIFIED Artist Management

WAAX signs with UNIFIED Artist Management

WAAX joins the UNIFIED Artist Management roster, TIO can confirm, with new music expected to drop before year's end.

By Lars Brandle - May 11, 2021
WAAX signs with UNIFIED Artist Management

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WAAX signs with UNIFIED Artist Management

WAAX joins the UNIFIED Artist Management roster, TIO can confirm, with new music expected to drop before year's end.

By Lars Brandle - May 11, 2021
Alison Wenham talks indies and new Music Credit Fund: 'It's going to be quite disruptive'

Alison Wenham talks indies and new Music Credit Fund: 'It's going to be quite disruptive'

TIO caught up with Wenham for the lowdown on the new, global fund.

By Lars Brandle - May 10, 2021
Alison Wenham talks indies and new Music Credit Fund: 'It's going to be quite disruptive'

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Alison Wenham talks indies and new Music Credit Fund: 'It's going to be quite disruptive'

TIO caught up with Wenham for the lowdown on the new, global fund.

By Lars Brandle - May 10, 2021
APRA AMCOS NZ responds to Beneath The Glass Ceiling post on sexual assault

APRA AMCOS NZ responds to Beneath The Glass Ceiling post on sexual assault

New Zealand’s music industry is under the microscope as the actions of another high-profile sexual predator circulates on social media.

By Lars Brandle - May 7, 2021
APRA AMCOS NZ responds to Beneath The Glass Ceiling post on sexual assault

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APRA AMCOS NZ responds to Beneath The Glass Ceiling post on sexual assault

New Zealand’s music industry is under the microscope as the actions of another high-profile sexual predator circulates on social media.

By Lars Brandle - May 7, 2021
Hilltop Hoods turn action stars for interstellar Z2 Comics deal

Hilltop Hoods turn action stars for interstellar Z2 Comics deal

The Adelaide hip-hop giants strike a deal with Z2 Comics, which will see the lads rendered into action heroes.

By Lars Brandle - May 7, 2021
Hilltop Hoods turn action stars for interstellar Z2 Comics deal

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Hilltop Hoods turn action stars for interstellar Z2 Comics deal

The Adelaide hip-hop giants strike a deal with Z2 Comics, which will see the lads rendered into action heroes.

By Lars Brandle - May 7, 2021
Miiesha, Sycco and Ball Park Music win big at 2021 Queensland Music Awards

Miiesha, Sycco and Ball Park Music win big at 2021 Queensland Music Awards

With a hattrick, Miiesha was the big winner at the 2021 Queensland Music Awards (QMAs), held Wednesday at Brisbane's Fortitude Music Hall.

By Lars Brandle - May 6, 2021
Miiesha, Sycco and Ball Park Music win big at 2021 Queensland Music Awards

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Miiesha, Sycco and Ball Park Music win big at 2021 Queensland Music Awards

With a hattrick, Miiesha was the big winner at the 2021 Queensland Music Awards (QMAs), held Wednesday at Brisbane's Fortitude Music Hall.

By Lars Brandle - May 6, 2021
Beth Appleton to exit Warner Music

Beth Appleton to exit Warner Music

The veteran marketing chief calls time on a decade-long stint with the music major, split between its offices in Sydney and in London

By Lars Brandle - May 5, 2021
Beth Appleton to exit Warner Music

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Beth Appleton to exit Warner Music

The veteran marketing chief calls time on a decade-long stint with the music major, split between its offices in Sydney and in London

By Lars Brandle - May 5, 2021
Awards season is back. We're all winners (Op-Ed)

Awards season is back. We're all winners (Op-Ed)

The APRAs were, in every possible way, a stark contrast with the 2021 Academy Awards, an historically-lame event held in a train station.

By Lars Brandle - May 4, 2021
Awards season is back. We're all winners (Op-Ed)

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Awards season is back. We're all winners (Op-Ed)

The APRAs were, in every possible way, a stark contrast with the 2021 Academy Awards, an historically-lame event held in a train station.

By Lars Brandle - May 4, 2021
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