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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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Melbourne’s Botanic Gardens to Host Concerts Under 'Live At The Gardens' Series

Melbourne’s Botanic Gardens to Host Concerts Under 'Live At The Gardens' Series

A creation of the team behind A Day on the Green, the summer concert series will convert the Royal Botanic Gardens into a concerts space.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 3, 2024
Melbourne’s Botanic Gardens to Host Concerts Under 'Live At The Gardens' Series

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Melbourne’s Botanic Gardens to Host Concerts Under 'Live At The Gardens' Series

A creation of the team behind A Day on the Green, the summer concert series will convert the Royal Botanic Gardens into a concerts space.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 3, 2024
Ticketmaster Confirms Hack of Global Database

Ticketmaster Confirms Hack of Global Database

In its filing to the SEC, LN said it was working to "mitigate risk" to its customers and that it was notifying customers of the situation.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 3, 2024
Ticketmaster Confirms Hack of Global Database

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Ticketmaster Confirms Hack of Global Database

In its filing to the SEC, LN said it was working to "mitigate risk" to its customers and that it was notifying customers of the situation.

By Lars Brandle - Jun 3, 2024
Live Business Breakfast: Variety Australia, Twilio Presents ‘Best Australian Comedy Tour’

Live Business Breakfast: Variety Australia, Twilio Presents ‘Best Australian Comedy Tour’

Comedy is a funny business. When times are tough, punters need a laugh. When the going is good, laughter is good.

By Lars Brandle - May 31, 2024
Live Business Breakfast: Variety Australia, Twilio Presents ‘Best Australian Comedy Tour’

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Live Business Breakfast: Variety Australia, Twilio Presents ‘Best Australian Comedy Tour’

Comedy is a funny business. When times are tough, punters need a laugh. When the going is good, laughter is good.

By Lars Brandle - May 31, 2024
P!nk’s ‘Summer Carnival’ Tour: Go Behind-The-Scenes With Live Nation and The Push Mentees

P!nk’s ‘Summer Carnival’ Tour: Go Behind-The-Scenes With Live Nation and The Push Mentees

Emma Mannix and Jazabel Longworth learned the ropes on the record-breaking LN tour, thanks to The Push’s Music Industry Mentoring program.

By Lars Brandle - May 30, 2024
P!nk’s ‘Summer Carnival’ Tour: Go Behind-The-Scenes With Live Nation and The Push Mentees

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P!nk’s ‘Summer Carnival’ Tour: Go Behind-The-Scenes With Live Nation and The Push Mentees

Emma Mannix and Jazabel Longworth learned the ropes on the record-breaking LN tour, thanks to The Push’s Music Industry Mentoring program.

By Lars Brandle - May 30, 2024
Kelis Named as Keynote Speaker For Bigsound 2024

Kelis Named as Keynote Speaker For Bigsound 2024

The U.S. R&B star will deliver a keynote address on Thursday, Sept. 5, on being authentic and her fearless approach to transformation.

By Lars Brandle - May 30, 2024
Kelis Named as Keynote Speaker For Bigsound 2024

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Kelis Named as Keynote Speaker For Bigsound 2024

The U.S. R&B star will deliver a keynote address on Thursday, Sept. 5, on being authentic and her fearless approach to transformation.

By Lars Brandle - May 30, 2024
Live Business Breakfast: Variety Australia, Twilio Presents ‘Promoter of the Year'

Live Business Breakfast: Variety Australia, Twilio Presents ‘Promoter of the Year'

2023 was a record-breaking year for Frontier Touring, which produced more than 600 shows, with more than 40 of those in major stadiums.

By Lars Brandle - May 29, 2024
Live Business Breakfast: Variety Australia, Twilio Presents ‘Promoter of the Year'

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Live Business Breakfast: Variety Australia, Twilio Presents ‘Promoter of the Year'

2023 was a record-breaking year for Frontier Touring, which produced more than 600 shows, with more than 40 of those in major stadiums.

By Lars Brandle - May 29, 2024
Melodie Secures $1M in Bridge Round Funding

Melodie Secures $1M in Bridge Round Funding

It’s full steam ahead for Melodie, whose European office is to open in France later this year, with a strategic capital raise set for 2025.

By Lars Brandle - May 29, 2024
Melodie Secures $1M in Bridge Round Funding

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Melodie Secures $1M in Bridge Round Funding

It’s full steam ahead for Melodie, whose European office is to open in France later this year, with a strategic capital raise set for 2025.

By Lars Brandle - May 29, 2024
Carla Wehbe Lassos Fashion Label Space Cowboy

Carla Wehbe Lassos Fashion Label Space Cowboy

First off the racks is "The Big Bang" capsule featuring seven exclusive pieces, from trucker caps, tee shirts, football shorts and more.

By Lars Brandle - May 28, 2024
Carla Wehbe Lassos Fashion Label Space Cowboy

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Carla Wehbe Lassos Fashion Label Space Cowboy

First off the racks is "The Big Bang" capsule featuring seven exclusive pieces, from trucker caps, tee shirts, football shorts and more.

By Lars Brandle - May 28, 2024
Billie Eilish’s ‘Hit Me Hard And Soft’ Rakes-in 500M Week-One Streams

Billie Eilish’s ‘Hit Me Hard And Soft’ Rakes-in 500M Week-One Streams

Going three-for-three on the ARIA Chart, it’s her biggest debut in Australia, Universal Music Australia tells The Music Network.

By Lars Brandle - May 27, 2024
Billie Eilish’s ‘Hit Me Hard And Soft’ Rakes-in 500M Week-One Streams

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Billie Eilish’s ‘Hit Me Hard And Soft’ Rakes-in 500M Week-One Streams

Going three-for-three on the ARIA Chart, it’s her biggest debut in Australia, Universal Music Australia tells The Music Network.

By Lars Brandle - May 27, 2024
AIR Unveils First International Speakers for Indie-Con 2024

AIR Unveils First International Speakers for Indie-Con 2024

Organised by AIR, Indie-Con Australia Conference will return to Adelaide’s Mercury Cinema from July 31 to Aug. 2.

By Lars Brandle - May 27, 2024
AIR Unveils First International Speakers for Indie-Con 2024

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AIR Unveils First International Speakers for Indie-Con 2024

Organised by AIR, Indie-Con Australia Conference will return to Adelaide’s Mercury Cinema from July 31 to Aug. 2.

By Lars Brandle - May 27, 2024
Live Business Breakfast: Variety Australia, Twilio Present Shortlist for ‘Best Live Event Marketing Campaign’

Live Business Breakfast: Variety Australia, Twilio Present Shortlist for ‘Best Live Event Marketing Campaign’

Variety AU and Twilio’s Live Business Breakfast is set for June 13 in Sydney. Here's the shortlist for Best Live Event Marketing Campaign.

By Lars Brandle - May 24, 2024
Live Business Breakfast: Variety Australia, Twilio Present Shortlist for ‘Best Live Event Marketing Campaign’

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Live Business Breakfast: Variety Australia, Twilio Present Shortlist for ‘Best Live Event Marketing Campaign’

Variety AU and Twilio’s Live Business Breakfast is set for June 13 in Sydney. Here's the shortlist for Best Live Event Marketing Campaign.

By Lars Brandle - May 24, 2024
Live Nation Hit With U.S. Antitrust Lawsuit

Live Nation Hit With U.S. Antitrust Lawsuit

"We allege that Live Nation controls the live entertainment industry in the United States because it is breaking the law," says the AG.

By Lars Brandle - May 24, 2024
Live Nation Hit With U.S. Antitrust Lawsuit

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Live Nation Hit With U.S. Antitrust Lawsuit

"We allege that Live Nation controls the live entertainment industry in the United States because it is breaking the law," says the AG.

By Lars Brandle - May 24, 2024
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