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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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Vance Joy’s ‘Riptide’ Was One of U.K.'s 40 Biggest Songs In 2023

Vance Joy’s ‘Riptide’ Was One of U.K.'s 40 Biggest Songs In 2023

Thanks in part to its ride on TikTok, “Riptide” (via Infectious Music) comes in at No. 40 on the U.K.'s year-end list for 2023.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 2, 2024
Vance Joy’s ‘Riptide’ Was One of U.K.'s 40 Biggest Songs In 2023

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Vance Joy’s ‘Riptide’ Was One of U.K.'s 40 Biggest Songs In 2023

Thanks in part to its ride on TikTok, “Riptide” (via Infectious Music) comes in at No. 40 on the U.K.'s year-end list for 2023.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 2, 2024
Phil King Named Managing Director of Ticketek Australia

Phil King Named Managing Director of Ticketek Australia

Ticketek rings in the changes as Phil King is appointed to lead the ticketing giant’s Australian activities.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 28, 2023
Phil King Named Managing Director of Ticketek Australia

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Phil King Named Managing Director of Ticketek Australia

Ticketek rings in the changes as Phil King is appointed to lead the ticketing giant’s Australian activities.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 28, 2023
Sync Your Calendars: SXSW Sydney Locked In For October 2024

Sync Your Calendars: SXSW Sydney Locked In For October 2024

The showcase and conference smorgasbord will roll out from Oct. 14 through to Sunday, Oct. 20, explains TEG.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 14, 2023
Sync Your Calendars: SXSW Sydney Locked In For October 2024

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Sync Your Calendars: SXSW Sydney Locked In For October 2024

The showcase and conference smorgasbord will roll out from Oct. 14 through to Sunday, Oct. 20, explains TEG.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 14, 2023
Live Nation Australia Acquires Face to Face Touring

Live Nation Australia Acquires Face to Face Touring

LN will provide Face to Face with global resources and know-how to "expand their offering" and build a diverse portfolio, a statement reads.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 12, 2023
Live Nation Australia Acquires Face to Face Touring

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Live Nation Australia Acquires Face to Face Touring

LN will provide Face to Face with global resources and know-how to "expand their offering" and build a diverse portfolio, a statement reads.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 12, 2023
Cameron Hoy Promoted at TEG

Cameron Hoy Promoted at TEG

Effective immediately, Hoy rises from managing director at Ticketek to a group-wide role as COO and head of global touring at TEG.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 12, 2023
Cameron Hoy Promoted at TEG

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Cameron Hoy Promoted at TEG

Effective immediately, Hoy rises from managing director at Ticketek to a group-wide role as COO and head of global touring at TEG.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 12, 2023
Battlesnake Signs With Lemon Tree Music

Battlesnake Signs With Lemon Tree Music

"Battlesnake are one of the most exciting band in Australia right now," comments LTM's Taylor James in a statement announcing two new deals.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 11, 2023
Battlesnake Signs With Lemon Tree Music

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Battlesnake Signs With Lemon Tree Music

"Battlesnake are one of the most exciting band in Australia right now," comments LTM's Taylor James in a statement announcing two new deals.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 11, 2023
Triple J Legend Richard Kingsmill Announces Departure

Triple J Legend Richard Kingsmill Announces Departure

"The single thing I’m proudest of was seeing triple j increase its Australian music content from 30% to 60%," Kingsmill says on his exit.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 11, 2023
Triple J Legend Richard Kingsmill Announces Departure

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Triple J Legend Richard Kingsmill Announces Departure

"The single thing I’m proudest of was seeing triple j increase its Australian music content from 30% to 60%," Kingsmill says on his exit.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 11, 2023
Jessica Ducrou, John Watson Named to Sound NSW Advisory Board (EXCLUSIVE)

Jessica Ducrou, John Watson Named to Sound NSW Advisory Board (EXCLUSIVE)

The members of the advisory board will be expected to play a transformational role by shaping a 10-year contemporary music strategy.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 1, 2023
Jessica Ducrou, John Watson Named to Sound NSW Advisory Board (EXCLUSIVE)

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Jessica Ducrou, John Watson Named to Sound NSW Advisory Board (EXCLUSIVE)

The members of the advisory board will be expected to play a transformational role by shaping a 10-year contemporary music strategy.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 1, 2023
NSW Government's 'Game Changer' Vibrancy Reforms Have Passed Parliament

NSW Government's 'Game Changer' Vibrancy Reforms Have Passed Parliament

“It’s not overstating it to call these reforms a game changer for nightlife in NSW," says Night Time Industries Association CEO Mick Gibb.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 1, 2023
NSW Government's 'Game Changer' Vibrancy Reforms Have Passed Parliament

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NSW Government's 'Game Changer' Vibrancy Reforms Have Passed Parliament

“It’s not overstating it to call these reforms a game changer for nightlife in NSW," says Night Time Industries Association CEO Mick Gibb.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 1, 2023
Kobalt Signs ‘Rare Talent’ 9lives to Global Deal

Kobalt Signs ‘Rare Talent’ 9lives to Global Deal

Kobalt Signs Producer 9lives to Global Deal

By Lars Brandle - Dec 1, 2023
Kobalt Signs ‘Rare Talent’ 9lives to Global Deal

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Kobalt Signs ‘Rare Talent’ 9lives to Global Deal

Kobalt Signs Producer 9lives to Global Deal

By Lars Brandle - Dec 1, 2023
Taylor Swift, The Wiggles Dominate 2023 Spotify Wrapped

Taylor Swift, The Wiggles Dominate 2023 Spotify Wrapped

The Wiggles leads Spotify's top 5 "Australia Most-Streamed Local Artists," ahead of The Kid LAROI, Vance Joy, Flume and AC/DC, respectively.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 30, 2023
Taylor Swift, The Wiggles Dominate 2023 Spotify Wrapped

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Taylor Swift, The Wiggles Dominate 2023 Spotify Wrapped

The Wiggles leads Spotify's top 5 "Australia Most-Streamed Local Artists," ahead of The Kid LAROI, Vance Joy, Flume and AC/DC, respectively.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 30, 2023
Concord Music Publishing’s Jaime Gough Reflects on 20-Year Milestone: 'There Are No Limits to What We Can Achieve'

Concord Music Publishing’s Jaime Gough Reflects on 20-Year Milestone: 'There Are No Limits to What We Can Achieve'

"Whilst publishing is our primary focus, we plan to further develop the Concord Label Group in Australia and New Zealand," Gough tells TMN.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 29, 2023
Concord Music Publishing’s Jaime Gough Reflects on 20-Year Milestone: 'There Are No Limits to What We Can Achieve'

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Concord Music Publishing’s Jaime Gough Reflects on 20-Year Milestone: 'There Are No Limits to What We Can Achieve'

"Whilst publishing is our primary focus, we plan to further develop the Concord Label Group in Australia and New Zealand," Gough tells TMN.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 29, 2023
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