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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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Andrew Stone on Twitter beef with Ditto Chief: ‘I Had to Google Who Lee Parsons Was’

Andrew Stone on Twitter beef with Ditto Chief: ‘I Had to Google Who Lee Parsons Was’

In an exclusive message to TIO, Stone lays out his side of events.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 24, 2020
Andrew Stone on Twitter beef with Ditto Chief: ‘I Had to Google Who Lee Parsons Was’

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Andrew Stone on Twitter beef with Ditto Chief: ‘I Had to Google Who Lee Parsons Was’

In an exclusive message to TIO, Stone lays out his side of events.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 24, 2020
INDUSTRY BEEF: Ditto CEO fires shots at Chugg Music and Andrew Stone

INDUSTRY BEEF: Ditto CEO fires shots at Chugg Music and Andrew Stone

Ditto Music is accusing Andrew Stone of snatching their prized project.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 24, 2020
INDUSTRY BEEF: Ditto CEO fires shots at Chugg Music and Andrew Stone

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INDUSTRY BEEF: Ditto CEO fires shots at Chugg Music and Andrew Stone

Ditto Music is accusing Andrew Stone of snatching their prized project.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 24, 2020
Michael Gudinski talks all-star Music From The Home Front concert

Michael Gudinski talks all-star Music From The Home Front concert

"Some of the combinations will blow people’s minds,” says Michael Gudinski.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 23, 2020
Michael Gudinski talks all-star Music From The Home Front concert

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Michael Gudinski talks all-star Music From The Home Front concert

"Some of the combinations will blow people’s minds,” says Michael Gudinski.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 23, 2020
Music biz welcomes Jaxsta's decision to waive 'Pro' subscription fee for 2020 due to COVID-19

Music biz welcomes Jaxsta's decision to waive 'Pro' subscription fee for 2020 due to COVID-19

The official music credits platform has flipped Jaxsta Pro as a free service for the remainder of 2020.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 23, 2020
Music biz welcomes Jaxsta's decision to waive 'Pro' subscription fee for 2020 due to COVID-19

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Music biz welcomes Jaxsta's decision to waive 'Pro' subscription fee for 2020 due to COVID-19

The official music credits platform has flipped Jaxsta Pro as a free service for the remainder of 2020.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 23, 2020
Apple Music announces ambitious expansion during Coronavirus lockdown

Apple Music announces ambitious expansion during Coronavirus lockdown

Apple Music is taking the challenge to Spotify by launching its streaming service in 52 additional markets.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 22, 2020
Apple Music announces ambitious expansion during Coronavirus lockdown

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Apple Music announces ambitious expansion during Coronavirus lockdown

Apple Music is taking the challenge to Spotify by launching its streaming service in 52 additional markets.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 22, 2020
Australia’s record biz posts growth, 2020 will be ‘like no other’ due to Coronavirus: ARIA

Australia’s record biz posts growth, 2020 will be ‘like no other’ due to Coronavirus: ARIA

Prior to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Australian record business was in good shape.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 22, 2020
Australia’s record biz posts growth, 2020 will be ‘like no other’ due to Coronavirus: ARIA

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Australia’s record biz posts growth, 2020 will be ‘like no other’ due to Coronavirus: ARIA

Prior to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Australian record business was in good shape.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 22, 2020
Michael Chugg’s City Pop Records signs Mason Watts

Michael Chugg’s City Pop Records signs Mason Watts

“Mason is the most exciting young singer / songwriter coming up in Australia at the moment,” says Andrew Stone.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 22, 2020
Michael Chugg’s City Pop Records signs Mason Watts

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Michael Chugg’s City Pop Records signs Mason Watts

“Mason is the most exciting young singer / songwriter coming up in Australia at the moment,” says Andrew Stone.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 22, 2020
Universal Music confident streaming will remain ‘stable’ in months ahead

Universal Music confident streaming will remain ‘stable’ in months ahead

“Streaming by subscription... is intrinsically more stable and robust,” reports the world's biggest music company.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 21, 2020
Universal Music confident streaming will remain ‘stable’ in months ahead

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Universal Music confident streaming will remain ‘stable’ in months ahead

“Streaming by subscription... is intrinsically more stable and robust,” reports the world's biggest music company.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 21, 2020
All-star ‘One World’ concert raises $200 million for Coronavirus charities

All-star ‘One World’ concert raises $200 million for Coronavirus charities

Curated by Lady Gaga, the all-star concert was organised by the WHO and the Global Citizen charity and featured many of the biggest names in rock and pop of the past 50 years.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 20, 2020
All-star ‘One World’ concert raises $200 million for Coronavirus charities

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All-star ‘One World’ concert raises $200 million for Coronavirus charities

Curated by Lady Gaga, the all-star concert was organised by the WHO and the Global Citizen charity and featured many of the biggest names in rock and pop of the past 50 years.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 20, 2020
AEG Presents clarifies refunds policy for rescheduled concerts

AEG Presents clarifies refunds policy for rescheduled concerts

There's a big difference between postponed and rescheduled.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 17, 2020
AEG Presents clarifies refunds policy for rescheduled concerts

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AEG Presents clarifies refunds policy for rescheduled concerts

There's a big difference between postponed and rescheduled.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 17, 2020
Netflix, Spotify, Jaxsta stocks up in Coronavirus lockdown

Netflix, Spotify, Jaxsta stocks up in Coronavirus lockdown

It’s not all bad news for some of your fave digital media brands.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 16, 2020
Netflix, Spotify, Jaxsta stocks up in Coronavirus lockdown

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Netflix, Spotify, Jaxsta stocks up in Coronavirus lockdown

It’s not all bad news for some of your fave digital media brands.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 16, 2020
APRA AMCOS, CRA ‘concerned’ and ‘disappointed’ with government’s media bailout measures

APRA AMCOS, CRA ‘concerned’ and ‘disappointed’ with government’s media bailout measures

APRA AMCOS is “deeply concerned” with the federal government’s decision to scrap content quotas across drama, kids shows and documentaries for free-to-air and subscription TV for rest of the year, a…

By Lars Brandle - Apr 15, 2020
APRA AMCOS, CRA ‘concerned’ and ‘disappointed’ with government’s media bailout measures

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APRA AMCOS, CRA ‘concerned’ and ‘disappointed’ with government’s media bailout measures

APRA AMCOS is “deeply concerned” with the federal government’s decision to scrap content quotas across drama, kids shows and documentaries for free-to-air and subscription TV for rest of the year, a…

By Lars Brandle - Apr 15, 2020
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