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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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Michael Gudinski Dies at 68

Michael Gudinski Dies at 68

Michael Gudinski, the legendary music man who launched the Mushroom Group of Companies, and with it countless careers, has died.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 2, 2021
Michael Gudinski Dies at 68

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Michael Gudinski Dies at 68

Michael Gudinski, the legendary music man who launched the Mushroom Group of Companies, and with it countless careers, has died.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 2, 2021
When Australia hosts the Olympics in 2032, there’ll be a gold rush for artists too

When Australia hosts the Olympics in 2032, there’ll be a gold rush for artists too

This week, Australia won again, but this time there won’t be a catchy pop song framed by a vocal sample with a distinct European accent.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 2, 2021
When Australia hosts the Olympics in 2032, there’ll be a gold rush for artists too

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When Australia hosts the Olympics in 2032, there’ll be a gold rush for artists too

This week, Australia won again, but this time there won’t be a catchy pop song framed by a vocal sample with a distinct European accent.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 2, 2021
Short Stack sign with UNFD, release new track ‘Burn You Down’

Short Stack sign with UNFD, release new track ‘Burn You Down’

Short Stack return with the brand new single ‘Burn You Down,’ the first released through a new deal with UNFD.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 2, 2021
Short Stack sign with UNFD, release new track ‘Burn You Down’

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Short Stack sign with UNFD, release new track ‘Burn You Down’

Short Stack return with the brand new single ‘Burn You Down,’ the first released through a new deal with UNFD.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 2, 2021
After painful 2020, Live Nation 2022 touring pipeline is ‘much stronger than usual’

After painful 2020, Live Nation 2022 touring pipeline is ‘much stronger than usual’

The pandemic crushed Live Nation last year, but the live music giant is ready for its comeback. Next year, expect more than double the tours.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 26, 2021
After painful 2020, Live Nation 2022 touring pipeline is ‘much stronger than usual’

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After painful 2020, Live Nation 2022 touring pipeline is ‘much stronger than usual’

The pandemic crushed Live Nation last year, but the live music giant is ready for its comeback. Next year, expect more than double the tours.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 26, 2021
Facebook’s fight with Australia should start a conversation on compensation (Op-Ed)

Facebook’s fight with Australia should start a conversation on compensation (Op-Ed)

The whole battle with Facebook in Australia is much more than it seems. It opens-up the bigger question on fair-share compensation.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 25, 2021
Facebook’s fight with Australia should start a conversation on compensation (Op-Ed)

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Facebook’s fight with Australia should start a conversation on compensation (Op-Ed)

The whole battle with Facebook in Australia is much more than it seems. It opens-up the bigger question on fair-share compensation.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 25, 2021
BMG signs Tyron Hapi to global publishing deal

BMG signs Tyron Hapi to global publishing deal

Hapi joins a publishing roster at BMG that includes Australian artists Alison Wonderland, What So Not, Peking Duk, Client Liaison and more.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 25, 2021
BMG signs Tyron Hapi to global publishing deal

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BMG signs Tyron Hapi to global publishing deal

Hapi joins a publishing roster at BMG that includes Australian artists Alison Wonderland, What So Not, Peking Duk, Client Liaison and more.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 25, 2021
Charles Caldas reflects on Merlin, talks new venture Exceleration Music

Charles Caldas reflects on Merlin, talks new venture Exceleration Music

Charles Caldas is back in business. TIO caught up with the indie music leader for an insight into his new venture, Exceleration Music.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 24, 2021
Charles Caldas reflects on Merlin, talks new venture Exceleration Music

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Charles Caldas reflects on Merlin, talks new venture Exceleration Music

Charles Caldas is back in business. TIO caught up with the indie music leader for an insight into his new venture, Exceleration Music.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 24, 2021
GYROstream launches free metadata tool Find My ISRC: Exclusive

GYROstream launches free metadata tool Find My ISRC: Exclusive

GYROstream launches a free tool to help artists find their metadata, and manage their business better in the digital age.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 24, 2021
GYROstream launches free metadata tool Find My ISRC: Exclusive

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GYROstream launches free metadata tool Find My ISRC: Exclusive

GYROstream launches a free tool to help artists find their metadata, and manage their business better in the digital age.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 24, 2021
Spotify unveils biggest market expansion to date

Spotify unveils biggest market expansion to date

Spotify unveiled plans to roll out in 85 new markets in the days ahead, a move that could rope-in 1 billion new listeners.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 23, 2021
Spotify unveils biggest market expansion to date

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Spotify unveils biggest market expansion to date

Spotify unveiled plans to roll out in 85 new markets in the days ahead, a move that could rope-in 1 billion new listeners.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 23, 2021
In the wake of Facebook's dummy spit, does the media need an APRA?

In the wake of Facebook's dummy spit, does the media need an APRA?

Reporters operate in an evolving, disrupted world, always competing with free, fake news and government-funded enterprises.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 23, 2021
In the wake of Facebook's dummy spit, does the media need an APRA?

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In the wake of Facebook's dummy spit, does the media need an APRA?

Reporters operate in an evolving, disrupted world, always competing with free, fake news and government-funded enterprises.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 23, 2021
TEG promotes ticketing execs as ‘our industry emerges from COVID-19’

TEG promotes ticketing execs as ‘our industry emerges from COVID-19’

As Australia’s live industry emerges from its COVID-induced slumber, TEG is doubling down on its ticketing activities.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 23, 2021
TEG promotes ticketing execs as ‘our industry emerges from COVID-19’

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TEG promotes ticketing execs as ‘our industry emerges from COVID-19’

As Australia’s live industry emerges from its COVID-induced slumber, TEG is doubling down on its ticketing activities.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 23, 2021
Sony Music Australia promotes four staff in comms, A&R

Sony Music Australia promotes four staff in comms, A&R

Sony Music Australia has rewarded several key communications and A&R staff with internal promotions, TIO can confirm.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 23, 2021
Sony Music Australia promotes four staff in comms, A&R

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Sony Music Australia promotes four staff in comms, A&R

Sony Music Australia has rewarded several key communications and A&R staff with internal promotions, TIO can confirm.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 23, 2021
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