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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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AIR Awards announce shortlist for independent label of the year

AIR Awards announce shortlist for independent label of the year

The winner receives a digital marketing package from Moshtix valued at $10,000 to help promote the label's roster.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 1, 2020
AIR Awards announce shortlist for independent label of the year

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AIR Awards announce shortlist for independent label of the year

The winner receives a digital marketing package from Moshtix valued at $10,000 to help promote the label's roster.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 1, 2020
Universal domination: UMG scores 9 of the top 10 album in the U.S.

Universal domination: UMG scores 9 of the top 10 album in the U.S.

Universal Music Group has conquered the U.S. albums chart in record fashion by bagging nine of the top 10 albums.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 31, 2020
Universal domination: UMG scores 9 of the top 10 album in the U.S.

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Universal domination: UMG scores 9 of the top 10 album in the U.S.

Universal Music Group has conquered the U.S. albums chart in record fashion by bagging nine of the top 10 albums.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 31, 2020
Australian exec named TikTok interim CEO as Sydney-based company deemed 'priority'

Australian exec named TikTok interim CEO as Sydney-based company deemed 'priority'

Vanessa Pappas takes the reins during a turbulent time for TikTok in the United States. The Australia business, however, is a "priority."

By Lars Brandle - Aug 31, 2020
Australian exec named TikTok interim CEO as Sydney-based company deemed 'priority'

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Australian exec named TikTok interim CEO as Sydney-based company deemed 'priority'

Vanessa Pappas takes the reins during a turbulent time for TikTok in the United States. The Australia business, however, is a "priority."

By Lars Brandle - Aug 31, 2020
Musiio and Jamendo partner on AI catalogue tagging: Exclusive

Musiio and Jamendo partner on AI catalogue tagging: Exclusive

Musiio’s AI is expected to take the grunt work out of generating tags for tunes, and do so with precision, and at pace and scale.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 28, 2020
Musiio and Jamendo partner on AI catalogue tagging: Exclusive

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Musiio and Jamendo partner on AI catalogue tagging: Exclusive

Musiio’s AI is expected to take the grunt work out of generating tags for tunes, and do so with precision, and at pace and scale.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 28, 2020
Virtual 2020 NIMAs go global, clock-up best-ever ratings: Go behind the scenes

Virtual 2020 NIMAs go global, clock-up best-ever ratings: Go behind the scenes

In challenging times, there are often bright spots and opportunities. The NIMAs beamed out on August 8th, has been one those highlights.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 28, 2020
Virtual 2020 NIMAs go global, clock-up best-ever ratings: Go behind the scenes

News

Virtual 2020 NIMAs go global, clock-up best-ever ratings: Go behind the scenes

In challenging times, there are often bright spots and opportunities. The NIMAs beamed out on August 8th, has been one those highlights.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 28, 2020
Ros Bandt set for prestigious honour at Art Music Awards

Ros Bandt set for prestigious honour at Art Music Awards

The 2020 Art Music Awards will go ahead as a virtual ceremony, hosted by YouTube from 7pm AEST on 8th September.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 27, 2020
Ros Bandt set for prestigious honour at Art Music Awards

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Ros Bandt set for prestigious honour at Art Music Awards

The 2020 Art Music Awards will go ahead as a virtual ceremony, hosted by YouTube from 7pm AEST on 8th September.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 27, 2020
Sean Simmons on Press Play Presents, and the future of touring: ‘It’s going to be a good time for Australian music’

Sean Simmons on Press Play Presents, and the future of touring: ‘It’s going to be a good time for Australian music’

“The rest of the world probably look to us for cues," Sean Simmons tells TIO as he launches his new agency.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 27, 2020
Sean Simmons on Press Play Presents, and the future of touring: ‘It’s going to be a good time for Australian music’

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Sean Simmons on Press Play Presents, and the future of touring: ‘It’s going to be a good time for Australian music’

“The rest of the world probably look to us for cues," Sean Simmons tells TIO as he launches his new agency.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 27, 2020
Dirty Hit expands into Australia

Dirty Hit expands into Australia

The award-winning independent record label expands into Asia Pacific, led by former Sony Music executive Rachel Jones-Williams.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 26, 2020
Dirty Hit expands into Australia

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Dirty Hit expands into Australia

The award-winning independent record label expands into Asia Pacific, led by former Sony Music executive Rachel Jones-Williams.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 26, 2020
BTS’ ‘Dynamite’ is blowing up, and it's raising some red flags

BTS’ ‘Dynamite’ is blowing up, and it's raising some red flags

BTS’ new song is proving to be dynamite on streaming platforms. And it’s triggering some unexpected explosions.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 25, 2020
BTS’ ‘Dynamite’ is blowing up, and it's raising some red flags

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BTS’ ‘Dynamite’ is blowing up, and it's raising some red flags

BTS’ new song is proving to be dynamite on streaming platforms. And it’s triggering some unexpected explosions.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 25, 2020
Sounds Australia launches the ultimate international buddy system, Global Music Match

Sounds Australia launches the ultimate international buddy system, Global Music Match

Sounds Australia is helping make the world a smaller place with Global Music Match, a world-first buddy system for artists.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 25, 2020
Sounds Australia launches the ultimate international buddy system, Global Music Match

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Sounds Australia launches the ultimate international buddy system, Global Music Match

Sounds Australia is helping make the world a smaller place with Global Music Match, a world-first buddy system for artists.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 25, 2020
Dan Rosen and Paul Piticco tapped for taskforce to ‘steer the arts to recovery’

Dan Rosen and Paul Piticco tapped for taskforce to ‘steer the arts to recovery’

The 12-member “Creative Economy Taskforce” is selected to represent the broader arts and cultural sectors.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 24, 2020
Dan Rosen and Paul Piticco tapped for taskforce to ‘steer the arts to recovery’

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Dan Rosen and Paul Piticco tapped for taskforce to ‘steer the arts to recovery’

The 12-member “Creative Economy Taskforce” is selected to represent the broader arts and cultural sectors.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 24, 2020
Apple buried its Beats 1 radio brand. What next?

Apple buried its Beats 1 radio brand. What next?

Apple doesn’t hang with failure. In Silicon Valley, sitting still is certain death. So what does all that mean for Beats headphones?

By Lars Brandle - Aug 21, 2020
Apple buried its Beats 1 radio brand. What next?

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Apple buried its Beats 1 radio brand. What next?

Apple doesn’t hang with failure. In Silicon Valley, sitting still is certain death. So what does all that mean for Beats headphones?

By Lars Brandle - Aug 21, 2020
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