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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 has a No. 1 on a Billboard chart

Masked Wolf has a No. 1 on a Billboard chart

Sydney's Masked Wolf (real name Harry Michael) is riding a global wave with his hit ‘Astronaut In The Ocean.’

By Lars Brandle - Mar 17, 2021
Masked Wolf has a No. 1 on a Billboard chart

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Masked Wolf has a No. 1 on a Billboard chart

Sydney's Masked Wolf (real name Harry Michael) is riding a global wave with his hit ‘Astronaut In The Ocean.’

By Lars Brandle - Mar 17, 2021
With JobKeeper cliff approaching, Victorian venues issue plea for intervention

With JobKeeper cliff approaching, Victorian venues issue plea for intervention

In two weeks, JobKeeper support payments to businesses and not-for-profits will dry up. For Victoria’s music venues, a bitter winter awaits.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 17, 2021
With JobKeeper cliff approaching, Victorian venues issue plea for intervention

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With JobKeeper cliff approaching, Victorian venues issue plea for intervention

In two weeks, JobKeeper support payments to businesses and not-for-profits will dry up. For Victoria’s music venues, a bitter winter awaits.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 17, 2021
Sarah Aarons, Joel Little celebrated in new Apple Music 'Behind the Songs' feature

Sarah Aarons, Joel Little celebrated in new Apple Music 'Behind the Songs' feature

Sarah Aarons and New Zealand hitmaker Joel Little are, at launch, among the homegrown champions celebrated with "Local Songbook" playlists.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 16, 2021
Sarah Aarons, Joel Little celebrated in new Apple Music 'Behind the Songs' feature

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Sarah Aarons, Joel Little celebrated in new Apple Music 'Behind the Songs' feature

Sarah Aarons and New Zealand hitmaker Joel Little are, at launch, among the homegrown champions celebrated with "Local Songbook" playlists.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 16, 2021
Michael Gudinski’s state memorial to be webcast, registration details announced

Michael Gudinski’s state memorial to be webcast, registration details announced

Michael Gudinski’s state memorial is taking shape. The state government confirmed the event will run to 100 minutes and will be webcast.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 16, 2021
Michael Gudinski’s state memorial to be webcast, registration details announced

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Michael Gudinski’s state memorial to be webcast, registration details announced

Michael Gudinski’s state memorial is taking shape. The state government confirmed the event will run to 100 minutes and will be webcast.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 16, 2021
Michael Gudinski ‘My Story’ documentary to air ahead of state memorial

Michael Gudinski ‘My Story’ documentary to air ahead of state memorial

Michael Gudinski’s brilliant career will be brought into focus for a special on-air event due to hit screens March 23.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 15, 2021
Michael Gudinski ‘My Story’ documentary to air ahead of state memorial

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Michael Gudinski ‘My Story’ documentary to air ahead of state memorial

Michael Gudinski’s brilliant career will be brought into focus for a special on-air event due to hit screens March 23.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 15, 2021
Radio veteran Geraint Davies named chair at MMAD: Exclusive

Radio veteran Geraint Davies named chair at MMAD: Exclusive

Musicians Making A Difference (MMAD) is bolstering its board with a pair of key appointments, TIO can exclusively reveal.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 15, 2021
Radio veteran Geraint Davies named chair at MMAD: Exclusive

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Radio veteran Geraint Davies named chair at MMAD: Exclusive

Musicians Making A Difference (MMAD) is bolstering its board with a pair of key appointments, TIO can exclusively reveal.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 15, 2021
Mike Waters is now a Grammy Award winner

Mike Waters is now a Grammy Award winner

The 2021 Grammy Awards have been a happy hunting ground for Australian artists, with Mike Waters taking out a gilded gramophone.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 15, 2021
Mike Waters is now a Grammy Award winner

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Mike Waters is now a Grammy Award winner

The 2021 Grammy Awards have been a happy hunting ground for Australian artists, with Mike Waters taking out a gilded gramophone.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 15, 2021
Thelma Plum wins Vanda & Young contest with 'Better In Blak'

Thelma Plum wins Vanda & Young contest with 'Better In Blak'

The Gamilaraay singer and songwriter takes out the $50,000 cash prize, courtesy of APRA AMCOS, Alberts and BMG.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 12, 2021
Thelma Plum wins Vanda & Young contest with 'Better In Blak'

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Thelma Plum wins Vanda & Young contest with 'Better In Blak'

The Gamilaraay singer and songwriter takes out the $50,000 cash prize, courtesy of APRA AMCOS, Alberts and BMG.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 12, 2021
5 Seconds of Summer sign with new management: Report

5 Seconds of Summer sign with new management: Report

5 Seconds of Summer has a new management deal, according to U.S. reports. And a new label arrangement isn’t far away.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 12, 2021
5 Seconds of Summer sign with new management: Report

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5 Seconds of Summer sign with new management: Report

5 Seconds of Summer has a new management deal, according to U.S. reports. And a new label arrangement isn’t far away.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 12, 2021
Maree Hamblion promoted to senior international role at Sony Music Publishing

Maree Hamblion promoted to senior international role at Sony Music Publishing

Veteran music publishing A R Maree Hamblion is promoted to Senior VP, International A R at Sony Music Publishing. Based in Sydney, Hamblion will spearhead the music publisher’s international A R…

By Lars Brandle - Mar 11, 2021
Maree Hamblion promoted to senior international role at Sony Music Publishing

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Maree Hamblion promoted to senior international role at Sony Music Publishing

Veteran music publishing A R Maree Hamblion is promoted to Senior VP, International A R at Sony Music Publishing. Based in Sydney, Hamblion will spearhead the music publisher’s international A R…

By Lars Brandle - Mar 11, 2021
The Kid Laroi, Masked Wolf make TikTok Top 50 earnings table

The Kid Laroi, Masked Wolf make TikTok Top 50 earnings table

TikTok is considerably more than a dance-challenge app, and a black hole for your precious time. There's money to be made, a study finds.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 11, 2021
The Kid Laroi, Masked Wolf make TikTok Top 50 earnings table

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The Kid Laroi, Masked Wolf make TikTok Top 50 earnings table

TikTok is considerably more than a dance-challenge app, and a black hole for your precious time. There's money to be made, a study finds.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 11, 2021
Spotify launches ‘A1: The Show’ to provide a voice for Australian hip-hop

Spotify launches ‘A1: The Show’ to provide a voice for Australian hip-hop

Spotify is putting its considerable muscle into a new platform for unearthing new, homegrown hip-hop acts.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 11, 2021
Spotify launches ‘A1: The Show’ to provide a voice for Australian hip-hop

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Spotify launches ‘A1: The Show’ to provide a voice for Australian hip-hop

Spotify is putting its considerable muscle into a new platform for unearthing new, homegrown hip-hop acts.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 11, 2021
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