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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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How Harrison Storm crossed borders during the pandemic

How Harrison Storm crossed borders during the pandemic

Harrison Storm has a name that lifts the spirits of headline writers. While his career so far can’t be writ as a force of nature, it’s certainly brewing. And its impact can be felt on the other side…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 3, 2020
How Harrison Storm crossed borders during the pandemic

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How Harrison Storm crossed borders during the pandemic

Harrison Storm has a name that lifts the spirits of headline writers. While his career so far can’t be writ as a force of nature, it’s certainly brewing. And its impact can be felt on the other side…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 3, 2020
Australia’s dance community remembers pioneering breaks DJ Phil K

Australia’s dance community remembers pioneering breaks DJ Phil K

Australia's dance music community remembers Phil K as a pioneer, a talent behind the decks and a “hero to Melbourne."

By Lars Brandle - Nov 2, 2020
Australia’s dance community remembers pioneering breaks DJ Phil K

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Australia’s dance community remembers pioneering breaks DJ Phil K

Australia's dance music community remembers Phil K as a pioneer, a talent behind the decks and a “hero to Melbourne."

By Lars Brandle - Nov 2, 2020
Oztix Chief Brian Chladil asked Qld’s political parties how they would save live music. This is what they said

Oztix Chief Brian Chladil asked Qld’s political parties how they would save live music. This is what they said

Smash reached out to three major parties contesting this weekend’s election in Queensland. These are the responses.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 30, 2020
Oztix Chief Brian Chladil asked Qld’s political parties how they would save live music. This is what they said

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Oztix Chief Brian Chladil asked Qld’s political parties how they would save live music. This is what they said

Smash reached out to three major parties contesting this weekend’s election in Queensland. These are the responses.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 30, 2020
Politics and pop in Australia: Get the mix wrong, it can detonate

Politics and pop in Australia: Get the mix wrong, it can detonate

Thanks to Australia's treatment of Guy Sebastian, other artists might be reluctant to speak up when their voices are needed more than ever. 

By Lars Brandle - Oct 29, 2020
Politics and pop in Australia: Get the mix wrong, it can detonate

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Politics and pop in Australia: Get the mix wrong, it can detonate

Thanks to Australia's treatment of Guy Sebastian, other artists might be reluctant to speak up when their voices are needed more than ever. 

By Lars Brandle - Oct 29, 2020
AAM unveils GROW mentor program

AAM unveils GROW mentor program

“Both GROW and Co-Pilot (Victorian Edition) deliver tailored professional development for those who need it most," a statement reads.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 29, 2020
AAM unveils GROW mentor program

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AAM unveils GROW mentor program

“Both GROW and Co-Pilot (Victorian Edition) deliver tailored professional development for those who need it most," a statement reads.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 29, 2020
Cut Copy sign global publishing deal with BMG

Cut Copy sign global publishing deal with BMG

The exclusive new arrangement follows the August release of 'Freeze, Melt,' the electronic-pop outfit’s sixth studio album.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 28, 2020
Cut Copy sign global publishing deal with BMG

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Cut Copy sign global publishing deal with BMG

The exclusive new arrangement follows the August release of 'Freeze, Melt,' the electronic-pop outfit’s sixth studio album.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 28, 2020
The Kid LAROI tapped for U.S. Genius Live interactive concert

The Kid LAROI tapped for U.S. Genius Live interactive concert

The Kid LAROI will get the Genius Live treatment, with a free interactive concert stream Wednesday across several U.S.-based platforms.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 27, 2020
The Kid LAROI tapped for U.S. Genius Live interactive concert

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The Kid LAROI tapped for U.S. Genius Live interactive concert

The Kid LAROI will get the Genius Live treatment, with a free interactive concert stream Wednesday across several U.S.-based platforms.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 27, 2020
Sydney's nightlife prepares for COVID bounce-back

Sydney's nightlife prepares for COVID bounce-back

The proposed planning controls are meant to help the cultural sector "bounce back post-coronavirus,”explains Lord Mayor Clover Moore.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 26, 2020
Sydney's nightlife prepares for COVID bounce-back

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Sydney's nightlife prepares for COVID bounce-back

The proposed planning controls are meant to help the cultural sector "bounce back post-coronavirus,”explains Lord Mayor Clover Moore.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 26, 2020
Tame Impala rules U.S. chart, makes history

Tame Impala rules U.S. chart, makes history

Tame Impala is the first act in 2020 to score more than one No. 1 on Billboard's Adult Alternative Songs chart.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 23, 2020
Tame Impala rules U.S. chart, makes history

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Tame Impala rules U.S. chart, makes history

Tame Impala is the first act in 2020 to score more than one No. 1 on Billboard's Adult Alternative Songs chart.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 23, 2020
Babe Rainbow brighten their year during COVID, land syncs with Apple, Nissan and Netflix

Babe Rainbow brighten their year during COVID, land syncs with Apple, Nissan and Netflix

When COVID put a break on all-things live, Babe Rainbow turned to syncs. TIO takes a look at the psychedelic rock outfit's sync wins.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 23, 2020
Babe Rainbow brighten their year during COVID, land syncs with Apple, Nissan and Netflix

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Babe Rainbow brighten their year during COVID, land syncs with Apple, Nissan and Netflix

When COVID put a break on all-things live, Babe Rainbow turned to syncs. TIO takes a look at the psychedelic rock outfit's sync wins.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 23, 2020
Ticketmaster promotes Maria O’Connor, reshuffles ANZ leadership team

Ticketmaster promotes Maria O’Connor, reshuffles ANZ leadership team

Ticketmaster is rewarding company stalwart Maria O’Connor with a promotion as part of a wider shakeup of its leadership team.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 22, 2020
Ticketmaster promotes Maria O’Connor, reshuffles ANZ leadership team

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Ticketmaster promotes Maria O’Connor, reshuffles ANZ leadership team

Ticketmaster is rewarding company stalwart Maria O’Connor with a promotion as part of a wider shakeup of its leadership team.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 22, 2020
Music Victoria's Bonnie Dalton joins Creative Victoria

Music Victoria's Bonnie Dalton joins Creative Victoria

Bonnie Dalton is leaving Music Victoria for a new post with Creative Victoria, where she is named Senior Manager of Contemporary Music.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 22, 2020
Music Victoria's Bonnie Dalton joins Creative Victoria

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Music Victoria's Bonnie Dalton joins Creative Victoria

Bonnie Dalton is leaving Music Victoria for a new post with Creative Victoria, where she is named Senior Manager of Contemporary Music.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 22, 2020
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