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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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Bad//Dreems’ Alex Cameron talks Endless Recordings, 100, dreaming big, and more

Bad//Dreems’ Alex Cameron talks Endless Recordings, 100, dreaming big, and more

Alex Cameron talks with TIO about his new label, the first signing and release plans for his own band Bad//Dreems.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 13, 2020
Bad//Dreems’ Alex Cameron talks Endless Recordings, 100, dreaming big, and more

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Bad//Dreems’ Alex Cameron talks Endless Recordings, 100, dreaming big, and more

Alex Cameron talks with TIO about his new label, the first signing and release plans for his own band Bad//Dreems.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 13, 2020
Tbi$h signs with Niche Talent Agency: Exclusive

Tbi$h signs with Niche Talent Agency: Exclusive

The new booking deal with Niche Talent Agency accompanies the release on Friday of Tbi$h's new single, ‘Endless Trips.’

By Lars Brandle - Nov 13, 2020
Tbi$h signs with Niche Talent Agency: Exclusive

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Tbi$h signs with Niche Talent Agency: Exclusive

The new booking deal with Niche Talent Agency accompanies the release on Friday of Tbi$h's new single, ‘Endless Trips.’

By Lars Brandle - Nov 13, 2020
Punters could soon need to prove they've been vaccinated to go to shows: Report

Punters could soon need to prove they've been vaccinated to go to shows: Report

Live Nation’s ticketing subsidiary Ticketmaster is reportedly building a framework for a return to touring.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 12, 2020
Punters could soon need to prove they've been vaccinated to go to shows: Report

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Punters could soon need to prove they've been vaccinated to go to shows: Report

Live Nation’s ticketing subsidiary Ticketmaster is reportedly building a framework for a return to touring.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 12, 2020
Sony Music Australia strengthens team with four new executive hires

Sony Music Australia strengthens team with four new executive hires

The four new starters “strengthens the team we have in these important areas of the company,” Denis Handlin says in an internal memo.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 11, 2020
Sony Music Australia strengthens team with four new executive hires

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Sony Music Australia strengthens team with four new executive hires

The four new starters “strengthens the team we have in these important areas of the company,” Denis Handlin says in an internal memo.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 11, 2020
Dan Rosen will have a new boss at Warner Music

Dan Rosen will have a new boss at Warner Music

Stu Bergen, Warner Music Group’s CEO of international and global commercial services, has tendered his resignation.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 10, 2020
Dan Rosen will have a new boss at Warner Music

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Dan Rosen will have a new boss at Warner Music

Stu Bergen, Warner Music Group’s CEO of international and global commercial services, has tendered his resignation.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 10, 2020
Live concerts are returning to Qudos Bank Arena

Live concerts are returning to Qudos Bank Arena

Over two weekends, Qudos Bank Arena will host concerts under the Greatest Southern Nights banner, featuring a line-up of homegrown performers.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 9, 2020
Live concerts are returning to Qudos Bank Arena

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Live concerts are returning to Qudos Bank Arena

Over two weekends, Qudos Bank Arena will host concerts under the Greatest Southern Nights banner, featuring a line-up of homegrown performers.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 9, 2020
Double Drummer hits distribution deal with Believe

Double Drummer hits distribution deal with Believe

Tim and Edward Prescott’s Double Drummer has struck a global distribution deal with Believe, the first release from which drops this month.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 9, 2020
Double Drummer hits distribution deal with Believe

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Double Drummer hits distribution deal with Believe

Tim and Edward Prescott’s Double Drummer has struck a global distribution deal with Believe, the first release from which drops this month.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 9, 2020
Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu signed to Decca, new releases coming soon

Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu signed to Decca, new releases coming soon

Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu will be celebrated with several new releases via a freshly-struck deal with Decca Australia.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 9, 2020
Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu signed to Decca, new releases coming soon

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Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu signed to Decca, new releases coming soon

Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu will be celebrated with several new releases via a freshly-struck deal with Decca Australia.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 9, 2020
Australian Festival Association sets new board, prepares for 'restarting right'

Australian Festival Association sets new board, prepares for 'restarting right'

“The election of this new board by our members shows a commitment to the future of festivals," say AFA General Manager Julia Robinson.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 6, 2020
Australian Festival Association sets new board, prepares for 'restarting right'

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Australian Festival Association sets new board, prepares for 'restarting right'

“The election of this new board by our members shows a commitment to the future of festivals," say AFA General Manager Julia Robinson.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 6, 2020
Ex-Gang of Youths guitarist Joji Malani is a 'love machine' in a new telco ad

Ex-Gang of Youths guitarist Joji Malani is a 'love machine' in a new telco ad

If you recognise the sharp-dressed chap in the new amaysim campaign, give yourself a prize. Yes, that love machine is Joji Malani.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 5, 2020
Ex-Gang of Youths guitarist Joji Malani is a 'love machine' in a new telco ad

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Ex-Gang of Youths guitarist Joji Malani is a 'love machine' in a new telco ad

If you recognise the sharp-dressed chap in the new amaysim campaign, give yourself a prize. Yes, that love machine is Joji Malani.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 5, 2020
Amyl And The Sniffers sign with Mushroom Music Publishing

Amyl And The Sniffers sign with Mushroom Music Publishing

“Amyl are one of the most exciting bands coming out of Australia right now,” says Erol Yurdagul, Head of A&R and Creative at Mushroom Music.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 4, 2020
Amyl And The Sniffers sign with Mushroom Music Publishing

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Amyl And The Sniffers sign with Mushroom Music Publishing

“Amyl are one of the most exciting bands coming out of Australia right now,” says Erol Yurdagul, Head of A&R and Creative at Mushroom Music.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 4, 2020
TikTok signs global licensing deal with Sony Music

TikTok signs global licensing deal with Sony Music

A spokesperson for TikTok in Sydney confirms content from Australia and New Zealand will be covered under the new arrangement.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 3, 2020
TikTok signs global licensing deal with Sony Music

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TikTok signs global licensing deal with Sony Music

A spokesperson for TikTok in Sydney confirms content from Australia and New Zealand will be covered under the new arrangement.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 3, 2020
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