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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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‘We’re Small But Mighty’: Flying Fox Ventures’ Rachael Neumann Talks VC, Opportunities and Ace Founders In the Pack

‘We’re Small But Mighty’: Flying Fox Ventures’ Rachael Neumann Talks VC, Opportunities and Ace Founders In the Pack

As co-founder of Flying Fox, Neumann and her team has invested in 54 firms and their leaders. She's “always looking for opportunities.”

By Lars Brandle - Nov 14, 2023
‘We’re Small But Mighty’: Flying Fox Ventures’ Rachael Neumann Talks VC, Opportunities and Ace Founders In the Pack

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‘We’re Small But Mighty’: Flying Fox Ventures’ Rachael Neumann Talks VC, Opportunities and Ace Founders In the Pack

As co-founder of Flying Fox, Neumann and her team has invested in 54 firms and their leaders. She's “always looking for opportunities.”

By Lars Brandle - Nov 14, 2023
Power and the Passion: Peter Garrett Talks Storytelling, Conservation For Clearer Keynote

Power and the Passion: Peter Garrett Talks Storytelling, Conservation For Clearer Keynote

The tall tale that is Peter Garrett can’t be told without communicating his appetite for activism and art. The Midnight Oil frontman is the answer to the ultimate pub quiz question; the leader of…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 13, 2023
Power and the Passion: Peter Garrett Talks Storytelling, Conservation For Clearer Keynote

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Power and the Passion: Peter Garrett Talks Storytelling, Conservation For Clearer Keynote

The tall tale that is Peter Garrett can’t be told without communicating his appetite for activism and art. The Midnight Oil frontman is the answer to the ultimate pub quiz question; the leader of…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 13, 2023
Ticket Pricing ‘More Critical Than Ever Before’: Report Explores ‘Live Music in a Tight Economy’

Ticket Pricing ‘More Critical Than Ever Before’: Report Explores ‘Live Music in a Tight Economy’

"Big Ticket Items: The Future of Live Music in a Tight Economy" is Tixel and Bolster's second wide-angle study into live entertainment.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 9, 2023
Ticket Pricing ‘More Critical Than Ever Before’: Report Explores ‘Live Music in a Tight Economy’

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Ticket Pricing ‘More Critical Than Ever Before’: Report Explores ‘Live Music in a Tight Economy’

"Big Ticket Items: The Future of Live Music in a Tight Economy" is Tixel and Bolster's second wide-angle study into live entertainment.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 9, 2023
ASM Global Acquired by Legends

ASM Global Acquired by Legends

Following the conclusion of a definitive agreement, ASM Global equity holders Onex and AEG sell their ownership interests.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 9, 2023
ASM Global Acquired by Legends

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ASM Global Acquired by Legends

Following the conclusion of a definitive agreement, ASM Global equity holders Onex and AEG sell their ownership interests.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 9, 2023
Revealed: Spotify Reaches Half of Australia

Revealed: Spotify Reaches Half of Australia

Roughly half the population of the Great Southern Land presses play on the Spotify app in a regular month, TMN can reveal.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 7, 2023
Revealed: Spotify Reaches Half of Australia

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Revealed: Spotify Reaches Half of Australia

Roughly half the population of the Great Southern Land presses play on the Spotify app in a regular month, TMN can reveal.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 7, 2023
Donny Benét Serves Up Donnyland Records

Donny Benét Serves Up Donnyland Records

Donny Benét, the award-winning independent singer, songwriter and bass-playing wizard, can add "label boss" to his list of accomplishments. Today (Nov. 7), Benet drops the slapping track “Multiply,”…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 7, 2023
Donny Benét Serves Up Donnyland Records

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Donny Benét Serves Up Donnyland Records

Donny Benét, the award-winning independent singer, songwriter and bass-playing wizard, can add "label boss" to his list of accomplishments. Today (Nov. 7), Benet drops the slapping track “Multiply,”…

By Lars Brandle - Nov 7, 2023
Luke Bevans Spins New Venture With Impressed Recordings

Luke Bevans Spins New Venture With Impressed Recordings

Impressed is the brainchild of managing director Luke Bevans, who held senior roles at Universal Music, Virgin U.K., and Apple Music.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 6, 2023
Luke Bevans Spins New Venture With Impressed Recordings

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Luke Bevans Spins New Venture With Impressed Recordings

Impressed is the brainchild of managing director Luke Bevans, who held senior roles at Universal Music, Virgin U.K., and Apple Music.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 6, 2023
‘Australian Music Travels Really Well’: Spotify AUNZ’s MD Mikaela Lancaster Talks Exports, Music Australia and More

‘Australian Music Travels Really Well’: Spotify AUNZ’s MD Mikaela Lancaster Talks Exports, Music Australia and More

In a rare interview, Spotify Mikaela Lancaster discusses the changing business, the music landscape and the trail ahead.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 3, 2023
‘Australian Music Travels Really Well’: Spotify AUNZ’s MD Mikaela Lancaster Talks Exports, Music Australia and More

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‘Australian Music Travels Really Well’: Spotify AUNZ’s MD Mikaela Lancaster Talks Exports, Music Australia and More

In a rare interview, Spotify Mikaela Lancaster discusses the changing business, the music landscape and the trail ahead.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 3, 2023
H3Rizon Sets Sights on U.S. With 'Dream Come True' Epic Deal

H3Rizon Sets Sights on U.S. With 'Dream Come True' Epic Deal

The Western Sydney, Filipina-Australia group signs with Epic Records U.S. and RZ3, opening a path into the world's biggest music market.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 3, 2023
H3Rizon Sets Sights on U.S. With 'Dream Come True' Epic Deal

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H3Rizon Sets Sights on U.S. With 'Dream Come True' Epic Deal

The Western Sydney, Filipina-Australia group signs with Epic Records U.S. and RZ3, opening a path into the world's biggest music market.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 3, 2023
Australian Artist Manager Charged With Rape, Identified

Australian Artist Manager Charged With Rape, Identified

The 62-year-old industry professional can now be identified after new state legislation that came into effect on Oct. 3.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 2, 2023
Australian Artist Manager Charged With Rape, Identified

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Australian Artist Manager Charged With Rape, Identified

The 62-year-old industry professional can now be identified after new state legislation that came into effect on Oct. 3.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 2, 2023
MusicNSW Names Joe Muller as Managing Director

MusicNSW Names Joe Muller as Managing Director

Muller “is the ideal leader for MusicNSW at this exciting time in the development of contemporary music in the state.”

By Lars Brandle - Nov 2, 2023
MusicNSW Names Joe Muller as Managing Director

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MusicNSW Names Joe Muller as Managing Director

Muller “is the ideal leader for MusicNSW at this exciting time in the development of contemporary music in the state.”

By Lars Brandle - Nov 2, 2023
Sounds Australia Promotes Esti Zilber to Executive Producer

Sounds Australia Promotes Esti Zilber to Executive Producer

Zilber is the new executive producer at Sounds Australia, succeeding Millie Millgate who was recently named as director of Music Australia.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 1, 2023
Sounds Australia Promotes Esti Zilber to Executive Producer

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Sounds Australia Promotes Esti Zilber to Executive Producer

Zilber is the new executive producer at Sounds Australia, succeeding Millie Millgate who was recently named as director of Music Australia.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 1, 2023
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