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Wayne’s World: Wayne Connolly launches new label Scenic Drive
Master producer and engineer Wayne Connolly is now a label honcho. The award-winning music-maker gives TIO a close-up look at his new venture.

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Wayne’s World: Wayne Connolly launches new label Scenic Drive
Master producer and engineer Wayne Connolly is now a label honcho. The award-winning music-maker gives TIO a close-up look at his new venture.

Death By Denim signs with Paradigm Agency for U.K. & Europe: Exclusive
In Death By Denim, Paradigm agent Tom Taaffe tells TIO, "I believe Australia has one of the next homegrown bands to really cut through in U.K. and Europe.”

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Death By Denim signs with Paradigm Agency for U.K. & Europe: Exclusive
In Death By Denim, Paradigm agent Tom Taaffe tells TIO, "I believe Australia has one of the next homegrown bands to really cut through in U.K. and Europe.”

ORiGiN Music’s theatrical arm adds Wise Music classical catalogue
The addition of the substantial Wise catalogue “will increase our activities for Origin Theatrical in South East Asia as well,” Philip Mortlock tells TIO.

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ORiGiN Music’s theatrical arm adds Wise Music classical catalogue
The addition of the substantial Wise catalogue “will increase our activities for Origin Theatrical in South East Asia as well,” Philip Mortlock tells TIO.

Who’s that Kid? Sydney teen Kid LAROI lights up international charts
The Kid LAROI scores an impressive top 10 in the U.S. as 'F*ck Love' hits charts around the world. TIO looks at the Kid's fast start.

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Who’s that Kid? Sydney teen Kid LAROI lights up international charts
The Kid LAROI scores an impressive top 10 in the U.S. as 'F*ck Love' hits charts around the world. TIO looks at the Kid's fast start.

Microsoft is in preliminary talks to buy TikTok
According to a proposal agreed upon by both companies, Microsoft would buy TikTok in the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

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Microsoft is in preliminary talks to buy TikTok
According to a proposal agreed upon by both companies, Microsoft would buy TikTok in the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

Play on: Facebook finally launches ‘official’ music videos
It’s the first shot fired in a battle royale with YouTube which, for well over a decade has sat on its throne as the king of music video content.

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Play on: Facebook finally launches ‘official’ music videos
It’s the first shot fired in a battle royale with YouTube which, for well over a decade has sat on its throne as the king of music video content.

Spotify’s paid subscribers surge, Melissa Circosta joins ANZ team
Melissa Circosta joins Spotify ANZ as head of communications, succeeding Sophie Paterson, as the streaming giant adds 8 million paid users.

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Spotify’s paid subscribers surge, Melissa Circosta joins ANZ team
Melissa Circosta joins Spotify ANZ as head of communications, succeeding Sophie Paterson, as the streaming giant adds 8 million paid users.

Golden Robot Records expands with U.K. signings Scuttlers and Dirty Laces: Exclusive
Five years since its launch, GRR is beefing up its U.K. roster with rock signings Scuttlers and Dirty Laces, both from Manchester.

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Golden Robot Records expands with U.K. signings Scuttlers and Dirty Laces: Exclusive
Five years since its launch, GRR is beefing up its U.K. roster with rock signings Scuttlers and Dirty Laces, both from Manchester.

Aussie connection runs deep with Alice Ivy's worldwide publishing deal
Alice Ivy has snared a new, global publishing deal, through a joint venture with Native Tongue and Concord Music Publishing.

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Aussie connection runs deep with Alice Ivy's worldwide publishing deal
Alice Ivy has snared a new, global publishing deal, through a joint venture with Native Tongue and Concord Music Publishing.

Want to use 'The Greatest' by Sia for your political rally? Better ask first
Sia Furler and Lorde have signed up to an open letter demanding political parties ask for permission before playing their music at rallies or in campaigns.

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Want to use 'The Greatest' by Sia for your political rally? Better ask first
Sia Furler and Lorde have signed up to an open letter demanding political parties ask for permission before playing their music at rallies or in campaigns.

Taylor Swift’s ‘Folklore’ is already the year’s biggest album release…in just three days
Taylor Swift's new album was a surprise release, but its fast start around the world should come as no surprise. TIO investigates.

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Taylor Swift’s ‘Folklore’ is already the year’s biggest album release…in just three days
Taylor Swift's new album was a surprise release, but its fast start around the world should come as no surprise. TIO investigates.

R.E.A.L. Music strikes artist deals, JV with BMG Rights Management
Melbourne independent R.E.A.L. Music is taking the next step through a partnership with BMG Rights Management and with the signing of several new artists.

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R.E.A.L. Music strikes artist deals, JV with BMG Rights Management
Melbourne independent R.E.A.L. Music is taking the next step through a partnership with BMG Rights Management and with the signing of several new artists.
Reporting from inside the Australian music business since '94.
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