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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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Federal government unveils 'critical lifeline' for music industry

Federal government unveils 'critical lifeline' for music industry

Australia's music industry has secured a multi-million-dollar lifeline, just days before the abrupt end of JobKeeper.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 25, 2021
Federal government unveils 'critical lifeline' for music industry

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Federal government unveils 'critical lifeline' for music industry

Australia's music industry has secured a multi-million-dollar lifeline, just days before the abrupt end of JobKeeper.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 25, 2021
Michael Gudinski's state memorial: How to watch the livestream

Michael Gudinski's state memorial: How to watch the livestream

The stage is set for Michael Gudinski's state memorial, and the livestream is ready to roll. Check TIO for details.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 24, 2021
Michael Gudinski's state memorial: How to watch the livestream

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Michael Gudinski's state memorial: How to watch the livestream

The stage is set for Michael Gudinski's state memorial, and the livestream is ready to roll. Check TIO for details.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 24, 2021
ARIA remembers Michael Gudinski with annual award

ARIA remembers Michael Gudinski with annual award

Michael Gudinski’s influence and impact on the music industry will live on at the ARIA Awards, where an award will bear his name.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 24, 2021
ARIA remembers Michael Gudinski with annual award

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ARIA remembers Michael Gudinski with annual award

Michael Gudinski’s influence and impact on the music industry will live on at the ARIA Awards, where an award will bear his name.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 24, 2021
Cherry Bar’s James Young calls out government’s double standards: ‘Live music is being left behind’

Cherry Bar’s James Young calls out government’s double standards: ‘Live music is being left behind’

Live music is playing an altogether different ball game to sport, and it could spell the end of gigs. That’s the gist of an impassioned plea from James Young, co-owner of Melbourne’s legendary Cherry…

By Lars Brandle - Mar 23, 2021
Cherry Bar’s James Young calls out government’s double standards: ‘Live music is being left behind’

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Cherry Bar’s James Young calls out government’s double standards: ‘Live music is being left behind’

Live music is playing an altogether different ball game to sport, and it could spell the end of gigs. That’s the gist of an impassioned plea from James Young, co-owner of Melbourne’s legendary Cherry…

By Lars Brandle - Mar 23, 2021
Tencent, Warner Music strike ‘industry benchmark’ licensing and label joint venture

Tencent, Warner Music strike ‘industry benchmark’ licensing and label joint venture

Tencent Music is forming a joint venture label with Warner Music Group, as part of a multi-year, two-way licensing extension.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 23, 2021
Tencent, Warner Music strike ‘industry benchmark’ licensing and label joint venture

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Tencent, Warner Music strike ‘industry benchmark’ licensing and label joint venture

Tencent Music is forming a joint venture label with Warner Music Group, as part of a multi-year, two-way licensing extension.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 23, 2021
Guy Sebastian to launch joint venture label with Sony Music, extends recording contract

Guy Sebastian to launch joint venture label with Sony Music, extends recording contract

Guy Sebastian partners on a new joint venture label as part of a new, long-term recording deal struck with Sony Music.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 22, 2021
Guy Sebastian to launch joint venture label with Sony Music, extends recording contract

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Guy Sebastian to launch joint venture label with Sony Music, extends recording contract

Guy Sebastian partners on a new joint venture label as part of a new, long-term recording deal struck with Sony Music.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 22, 2021
Australia's live industry meets with PM, venues warn of dark months ahead

Australia's live industry meets with PM, venues warn of dark months ahead

The live industry has met with officials in Canberra as calls mount to let venues operate without “damaging” capacity restrictions.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 22, 2021
Australia's live industry meets with PM, venues warn of dark months ahead

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Australia's live industry meets with PM, venues warn of dark months ahead

The live industry has met with officials in Canberra as calls mount to let venues operate without “damaging” capacity restrictions.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 22, 2021
Live industry calls for all venues to operate at 100% capacity

Live industry calls for all venues to operate at 100% capacity

Live Performance Australia is calling on all states territories to remove the restrictions that have crippled the entertainment industries.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 19, 2021
Live industry calls for all venues to operate at 100% capacity

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Live industry calls for all venues to operate at 100% capacity

Live Performance Australia is calling on all states territories to remove the restrictions that have crippled the entertainment industries.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 19, 2021
Apple Music showcases Australian country music with Brad Cox's 'Happy Hour Down Under'

Apple Music showcases Australian country music with Brad Cox's 'Happy Hour Down Under'

The Australian country artist today (19th March) launches his very own radio show on Apple Music, the aptly-titled "Happy Hour Down Under."

By Lars Brandle - Mar 19, 2021
Apple Music showcases Australian country music with Brad Cox's 'Happy Hour Down Under'

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Apple Music showcases Australian country music with Brad Cox's 'Happy Hour Down Under'

The Australian country artist today (19th March) launches his very own radio show on Apple Music, the aptly-titled "Happy Hour Down Under."

By Lars Brandle - Mar 19, 2021
A Government that does not create space for music robs it of its soul (Op-Ed)

A Government that does not create space for music robs it of its soul (Op-Ed)

Any delay in providing support is denigrating the importance of art and music to our economy, and arguably, more importantly our society.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 19, 2021
A Government that does not create space for music robs it of its soul (Op-Ed)

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A Government that does not create space for music robs it of its soul (Op-Ed)

Any delay in providing support is denigrating the importance of art and music to our economy, and arguably, more importantly our society.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 19, 2021
Unified expands into podcasting through Funny Business partnership

Unified expands into podcasting through Funny Business partnership

Unified Founder and CEO Jaddan Comerford and his artist manager colleague Dan Nascimento (Ocean Alley, Jack Botts) will manage the podcast.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 18, 2021
Unified expands into podcasting through Funny Business partnership

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Unified expands into podcasting through Funny Business partnership

Unified Founder and CEO Jaddan Comerford and his artist manager colleague Dan Nascimento (Ocean Alley, Jack Botts) will manage the podcast.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 18, 2021
Warner Music unveils first Head of People and Culture

Warner Music unveils first Head of People and Culture

Warner Music Australia is touting its diversity credentials with the creation of a newly-created position, Head of People and Culture.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 18, 2021
Warner Music unveils first Head of People and Culture

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Warner Music unveils first Head of People and Culture

Warner Music Australia is touting its diversity credentials with the creation of a newly-created position, Head of People and Culture.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 18, 2021
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