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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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No Fixed Address' Bart Willoughby to Receive Ted Albert Award

No Fixed Address' Bart Willoughby to Receive Ted Albert Award

Bart Willoughby, founding member of No Fixed Address, is the recipient of the Ted Albert Award for Outstanding Services to Australian Music.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 18, 2024
No Fixed Address' Bart Willoughby to Receive Ted Albert Award

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No Fixed Address' Bart Willoughby to Receive Ted Albert Award

Bart Willoughby, founding member of No Fixed Address, is the recipient of the Ted Albert Award for Outstanding Services to Australian Music.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 18, 2024
2024 AAM Awards: Shortlist Announced

2024 AAM Awards: Shortlist Announced

Set for Wednesday, May 1 at the Crowbar in Sydney/Eora, the lunchtime celebration recognises great achievements in artist management.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 17, 2024
2024 AAM Awards: Shortlist Announced

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2024 AAM Awards: Shortlist Announced

Set for Wednesday, May 1 at the Crowbar in Sydney/Eora, the lunchtime celebration recognises great achievements in artist management.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 17, 2024
Cindy James Appointed GM of Virgin Music Group, North America

Cindy James Appointed GM of Virgin Music Group, North America

James has a reputation for identifying industry trends early, and has been characterised by colleagues as a “force” in music and pop culture

By Lars Brandle - Apr 17, 2024
Cindy James Appointed GM of Virgin Music Group, North America

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Cindy James Appointed GM of Virgin Music Group, North America

James has a reputation for identifying industry trends early, and has been characterised by colleagues as a “force” in music and pop culture

By Lars Brandle - Apr 17, 2024
TixSuite Launches Subscription Ticketing Software In Australia, Eyes ‘Huge Opportunities’ For Small Venues

TixSuite Launches Subscription Ticketing Software In Australia, Eyes ‘Huge Opportunities’ For Small Venues

With its launch here, TixSuite offers three subscription tiers, based on volume of tickets, and is housed by NZ's Eventfinda.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 16, 2024
TixSuite Launches Subscription Ticketing Software In Australia, Eyes ‘Huge Opportunities’ For Small Venues

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TixSuite Launches Subscription Ticketing Software In Australia, Eyes ‘Huge Opportunities’ For Small Venues

With its launch here, TixSuite offers three subscription tiers, based on volume of tickets, and is housed by NZ's Eventfinda.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 16, 2024
Caloundra Music Festival 2024 Is Cancelled

Caloundra Music Festival 2024 Is Cancelled

The Queensland fest, scheduled for Oct. 4-6, 2024, is the latest in a succession of festivals that have cancelled in recent weeks.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 16, 2024
Caloundra Music Festival 2024 Is Cancelled

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Caloundra Music Festival 2024 Is Cancelled

The Queensland fest, scheduled for Oct. 4-6, 2024, is the latest in a succession of festivals that have cancelled in recent weeks.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 16, 2024
New World Artists Signs Daine For Bookings (EXCLUSIVE)

New World Artists Signs Daine For Bookings (EXCLUSIVE)

Daine signs an exclusive booking agency deal with Edwin Tehrani at New World Artists and lands a U.S.-based live rep, The Music Network can exclusively reveal. Currently, daine is opening for Bring…

By Lars Brandle - Apr 15, 2024
New World Artists Signs Daine For Bookings (EXCLUSIVE)

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New World Artists Signs Daine For Bookings (EXCLUSIVE)

Daine signs an exclusive booking agency deal with Edwin Tehrani at New World Artists and lands a U.S.-based live rep, The Music Network can exclusively reveal. Currently, daine is opening for Bring…

By Lars Brandle - Apr 15, 2024
Buy Early, Buy Often: ‘Soundcheck’ Report Sheds Light on Festivals Crisis

Buy Early, Buy Often: ‘Soundcheck’ Report Sheds Light on Festivals Crisis

"Soundcheck" provides insights into Australia’s music festivals, ticket-buying trends, demographics and, importantly, what’s going wrong.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 11, 2024
Buy Early, Buy Often: ‘Soundcheck’ Report Sheds Light on Festivals Crisis

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Buy Early, Buy Often: ‘Soundcheck’ Report Sheds Light on Festivals Crisis

"Soundcheck" provides insights into Australia’s music festivals, ticket-buying trends, demographics and, importantly, what’s going wrong.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 11, 2024
Mushroom Group Staff Awarded Special Keepsakes on MG Day

Mushroom Group Staff Awarded Special Keepsakes on MG Day

MG Day is the annual event for Mushroom Group staff, established to inspire the next generation, and feel the vibe of Michael Gudinski.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 11, 2024
Mushroom Group Staff Awarded Special Keepsakes on MG Day

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Mushroom Group Staff Awarded Special Keepsakes on MG Day

MG Day is the annual event for Mushroom Group staff, established to inspire the next generation, and feel the vibe of Michael Gudinski.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 11, 2024
'Ego: The Michael Gudinski Story' Helps Seven Network to No. 1 Ratings

'Ego: The Michael Gudinski Story' Helps Seven Network to No. 1 Ratings

"Ego: The Michael Gudinski Story" pulled in a national audience of 563,000 and a BVOD audience of 19,000, helping Seven win Tuesday.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 10, 2024
'Ego: The Michael Gudinski Story' Helps Seven Network to No. 1 Ratings

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'Ego: The Michael Gudinski Story' Helps Seven Network to No. 1 Ratings

"Ego: The Michael Gudinski Story" pulled in a national audience of 563,000 and a BVOD audience of 19,000, helping Seven win Tuesday.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 10, 2024
Matthew Lazarus-Hall, Former Chugg Entertainment CEO, Joins ASM Global

Matthew Lazarus-Hall, Former Chugg Entertainment CEO, Joins ASM Global

ASM Global poaches live entertainment veteran Matthew Lazarus-Hall as executive vice president, entertainment content for the venues group. For 13 years, Lazarus-Hall served alongside Michael Chugg…

By Lars Brandle - Apr 10, 2024
Matthew Lazarus-Hall, Former Chugg Entertainment CEO, Joins ASM Global

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Matthew Lazarus-Hall, Former Chugg Entertainment CEO, Joins ASM Global

ASM Global poaches live entertainment veteran Matthew Lazarus-Hall as executive vice president, entertainment content for the venues group. For 13 years, Lazarus-Hall served alongside Michael Chugg…

By Lars Brandle - Apr 10, 2024
Rolling Stone CEO Gus Wenner Discusses AI, Growing Pains and the Pivot to Digital

Rolling Stone CEO Gus Wenner Discusses AI, Growing Pains and the Pivot to Digital

On the subject of AI, the value of “real reporting and long form journalism will only be greater” in time, Wenner assures.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 10, 2024
Rolling Stone CEO Gus Wenner Discusses AI, Growing Pains and the Pivot to Digital

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Rolling Stone CEO Gus Wenner Discusses AI, Growing Pains and the Pivot to Digital

On the subject of AI, the value of “real reporting and long form journalism will only be greater” in time, Wenner assures.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 10, 2024
Kobalt Signs Kita Alexander to Worldwide Publishing Deal

Kobalt Signs Kita Alexander to Worldwide Publishing Deal

“I’m so excited to announce that I have just now signed my first ever publishing deal,” says Kita Alexander in a statement.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 9, 2024
Kobalt Signs Kita Alexander to Worldwide Publishing Deal

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Kobalt Signs Kita Alexander to Worldwide Publishing Deal

“I’m so excited to announce that I have just now signed my first ever publishing deal,” says Kita Alexander in a statement.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 9, 2024
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