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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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Little Quirks sign with Downtown Music Publishing

Little Quirks sign with Downtown Music Publishing

Big things await Little Quirks, who’ve signed a global deal with Downtown Music Publishing ahead of a new EP release.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 2, 2020
Little Quirks sign with Downtown Music Publishing

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Little Quirks sign with Downtown Music Publishing

Big things await Little Quirks, who’ve signed a global deal with Downtown Music Publishing ahead of a new EP release.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 2, 2020
Tones And I’s ‘Dance Monkey’ was No. 2 most-streamed song on Spotify in 2020

Tones And I’s ‘Dance Monkey’ was No. 2 most-streamed song on Spotify in 2020

Tones’ ‘Dance Monkey’ was bigger than any song by a band, or a DJ, Latin crooner or classical crossover star on the streaming platform.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 2, 2020
Tones And I’s ‘Dance Monkey’ was No. 2 most-streamed song on Spotify in 2020

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Tones And I’s ‘Dance Monkey’ was No. 2 most-streamed song on Spotify in 2020

Tones’ ‘Dance Monkey’ was bigger than any song by a band, or a DJ, Latin crooner or classical crossover star on the streaming platform.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 2, 2020
BTS makes history on U.S. charts, Aussies flex in the U.K.

BTS makes history on U.S. charts, Aussies flex in the U.K.

No less than five LPs from the land Down Under are making their mark in the Top 40 of the U.K. albums chart.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 1, 2020
BTS makes history on U.S. charts, Aussies flex in the U.K.

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BTS makes history on U.S. charts, Aussies flex in the U.K.

No less than five LPs from the land Down Under are making their mark in the Top 40 of the U.K. albums chart.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 1, 2020
BMG launches Indigenous scholarship program with University of Newcastle

BMG launches Indigenous scholarship program with University of Newcastle

BMG is backing an Indigenous scholarship program to support youngsters dreaming of a career in the music industry.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 1, 2020
BMG launches Indigenous scholarship program with University of Newcastle

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BMG launches Indigenous scholarship program with University of Newcastle

BMG is backing an Indigenous scholarship program to support youngsters dreaming of a career in the music industry.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 1, 2020
Tim Blackwell talks 'Introducing' podcast featuring Yungblud, DMA's & More: It's 'pure selfish enjoyment'

Tim Blackwell talks 'Introducing' podcast featuring Yungblud, DMA's & More: It's 'pure selfish enjoyment'

Tim Blackwell's leap into the podcast world is one that gets him closer to the music. TIO caught up with the radio veteran.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 30, 2020
Tim Blackwell talks 'Introducing' podcast featuring Yungblud, DMA's & More: It's 'pure selfish enjoyment'

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Tim Blackwell talks 'Introducing' podcast featuring Yungblud, DMA's & More: It's 'pure selfish enjoyment'

Tim Blackwell's leap into the podcast world is one that gets him closer to the music. TIO caught up with the radio veteran.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 30, 2020
The 2020 ARIAs are the finish line to a weird year. Things are looking up [Op-Ed]

The 2020 ARIAs are the finish line to a weird year. Things are looking up [Op-Ed]

This year has been a long, drawn-out kick in the teeth for the music community. All the signs would suggest things are looking up.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 27, 2020
The 2020 ARIAs are the finish line to a weird year. Things are looking up [Op-Ed]

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The 2020 ARIAs are the finish line to a weird year. Things are looking up [Op-Ed]

This year has been a long, drawn-out kick in the teeth for the music community. All the signs would suggest things are looking up.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 27, 2020
All the winners from the 2020 ARIA Awards

All the winners from the 2020 ARIA Awards

The who’s who of the Aussie music industry (at times virtually) assembled for the 2020 ARIA Awards in Sydney.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 26, 2020
All the winners from the 2020 ARIA Awards

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All the winners from the 2020 ARIA Awards

The who’s who of the Aussie music industry (at times virtually) assembled for the 2020 ARIA Awards in Sydney.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 26, 2020
Joel Siviour talks Seismic Talent Agency: It's the 'culmination of almost a decade’s experience'

Joel Siviour talks Seismic Talent Agency: It's the 'culmination of almost a decade’s experience'

Australia’s freshest independent booking agency is already loaded with big names, including Alison Wonderland and The Presets.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 26, 2020
Joel Siviour talks Seismic Talent Agency: It's the 'culmination of almost a decade’s experience'

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Joel Siviour talks Seismic Talent Agency: It's the 'culmination of almost a decade’s experience'

Australia’s freshest independent booking agency is already loaded with big names, including Alison Wonderland and The Presets.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 26, 2020
Tame Impala and Flume earn 2021 Grammy nominations

Tame Impala and Flume earn 2021 Grammy nominations

Tame Impala and Flume will wave the flag for Australia at the 63rd Grammy Awards. Kevin Parker is up for two trophies, Harley Streten one.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 25, 2020
Tame Impala and Flume earn 2021 Grammy nominations

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Tame Impala and Flume earn 2021 Grammy nominations

Tame Impala and Flume will wave the flag for Australia at the 63rd Grammy Awards. Kevin Parker is up for two trophies, Harley Streten one.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 25, 2020
AC/DC, always at the top when everything has gone to pot [Op-Ed]

AC/DC, always at the top when everything has gone to pot [Op-Ed]

When everything is coming unstuck, when the world needs a hero, AC/DC is always there, looking down from the top of the charts.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 25, 2020
AC/DC, always at the top when everything has gone to pot [Op-Ed]

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AC/DC, always at the top when everything has gone to pot [Op-Ed]

When everything is coming unstuck, when the world needs a hero, AC/DC is always there, looking down from the top of the charts.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 25, 2020
Dinosaur City Records signs Laure Briard: Exclusive

Dinosaur City Records signs Laure Briard: Exclusive

Indie label Dinosaur City Records is adding some French flair to its roster with new signing Laure Briard, TIO can exclusively reveal.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 25, 2020
Dinosaur City Records signs Laure Briard: Exclusive

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Dinosaur City Records signs Laure Briard: Exclusive

Indie label Dinosaur City Records is adding some French flair to its roster with new signing Laure Briard, TIO can exclusively reveal.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 25, 2020
Aussie Aussie Aussie: Hot streak looks set to continue on U.K. albums chart

Aussie Aussie Aussie: Hot streak looks set to continue on U.K. albums chart

The Aussie invasion looks set to continue on the U.K. albums chart, with no less than four homegrown titles set to impact the Top 20.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 24, 2020
Aussie Aussie Aussie: Hot streak looks set to continue on U.K. albums chart

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Aussie Aussie Aussie: Hot streak looks set to continue on U.K. albums chart

The Aussie invasion looks set to continue on the U.K. albums chart, with no less than four homegrown titles set to impact the Top 20.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 24, 2020
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