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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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Kylie Minogue's ‘Tension’ Is Dominating the U.K.'s Midweek Chart

Kylie Minogue's ‘Tension’ Is Dominating the U.K.'s Midweek Chart

Based on midweek sales and streaming data published by the Official Charts Company, "Tension" is outselling the rest of the top 20 combined.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 26, 2023
Kylie Minogue's ‘Tension’ Is Dominating the U.K.'s Midweek Chart

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Kylie Minogue's ‘Tension’ Is Dominating the U.K.'s Midweek Chart

Based on midweek sales and streaming data published by the Official Charts Company, "Tension" is outselling the rest of the top 20 combined.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 26, 2023
From 12 Years In Opposition, to $1.2BN In Arts Funding: How Music Advocates Changed the Tune In NSW

From 12 Years In Opposition, to $1.2BN In Arts Funding: How Music Advocates Changed the Tune In NSW

Action times time. The policy paper took about 276 hours to write, and was the result of 12 group meetings, across a nine-month timeframe.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 26, 2023
From 12 Years In Opposition, to $1.2BN In Arts Funding: How Music Advocates Changed the Tune In NSW

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From 12 Years In Opposition, to $1.2BN In Arts Funding: How Music Advocates Changed the Tune In NSW

Action times time. The policy paper took about 276 hours to write, and was the result of 12 group meetings, across a nine-month timeframe.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 26, 2023
Michael Chugg and Music Australia Council Gets ‘Down to Business’ In First Meeting

Michael Chugg and Music Australia Council Gets ‘Down to Business’ In First Meeting

Legendary concert promoter Michael Chugg and Future Classics founder and CEO Nathan McLay were on hand for the first meeting of the Council.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 25, 2023
Michael Chugg and Music Australia Council Gets ‘Down to Business’ In First Meeting

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Michael Chugg and Music Australia Council Gets ‘Down to Business’ In First Meeting

Legendary concert promoter Michael Chugg and Future Classics founder and CEO Nathan McLay were on hand for the first meeting of the Council.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 25, 2023
SXSW Sydney Opens Doors to Spotify House

SXSW Sydney Opens Doors to Spotify House

International guests and speakers for Spotify House at SXSW Sydney including the DSP's Global Head of Editorial, Sulinna Ong.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 22, 2023
SXSW Sydney Opens Doors to Spotify House

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SXSW Sydney Opens Doors to Spotify House

International guests and speakers for Spotify House at SXSW Sydney including the DSP's Global Head of Editorial, Sulinna Ong.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 22, 2023
Genesis Owusu Leads 2023 ARIA Awards Nominations

Genesis Owusu Leads 2023 ARIA Awards Nominations

With seven chances, Genesis Owusu leads the pack heading into the 2023 ARIA Awards, set for Nov. 17 at Sydney's Hordern Pavilion.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 21, 2023
Genesis Owusu Leads 2023 ARIA Awards Nominations

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Genesis Owusu Leads 2023 ARIA Awards Nominations

With seven chances, Genesis Owusu leads the pack heading into the 2023 ARIA Awards, set for Nov. 17 at Sydney's Hordern Pavilion.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 21, 2023
SACHI Signs With Concord Music Publishing ANZ (EXCLUSIVE)

SACHI Signs With Concord Music Publishing ANZ (EXCLUSIVE)

The NZ act celebrates the new deal with the release of “Feel Good,” slated for release Friday, Sept. 22 via Warner Music Australia.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 21, 2023
SACHI Signs With Concord Music Publishing ANZ (EXCLUSIVE)

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SACHI Signs With Concord Music Publishing ANZ (EXCLUSIVE)

The NZ act celebrates the new deal with the release of “Feel Good,” slated for release Friday, Sept. 22 via Warner Music Australia.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 21, 2023
NSW Government Commits Billion-Dollar Boost For Music, Arts: Budget 2023-24

NSW Government Commits Billion-Dollar Boost For Music, Arts: Budget 2023-24

The commitment “will set the foundation for a better and more secure future,” explains the Hon. John Graham MLC in a statement.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 20, 2023
NSW Government Commits Billion-Dollar Boost For Music, Arts: Budget 2023-24

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NSW Government Commits Billion-Dollar Boost For Music, Arts: Budget 2023-24

The commitment “will set the foundation for a better and more secure future,” explains the Hon. John Graham MLC in a statement.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 20, 2023
Big Loud Records Expands Into Australia

Big Loud Records Expands Into Australia

Big Loud Records is ready to make a noise in Australia. The U.S.-based independent music company, the label home of Morgan Wallen, is expanding its activities into Australia and the U.K. According to…

By Lars Brandle - Sep 19, 2023
Big Loud Records Expands Into Australia

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Big Loud Records Expands Into Australia

Big Loud Records is ready to make a noise in Australia. The U.S.-based independent music company, the label home of Morgan Wallen, is expanding its activities into Australia and the U.K. According to…

By Lars Brandle - Sep 19, 2023
Last Ride Records Lands Distribution Deal With ADA

Last Ride Records Lands Distribution Deal With ADA

"Things have been going crazy for the last few years, and it’s an exciting time here for everyone involved," says Last Ride CEO Tom Maddocks.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 19, 2023
Last Ride Records Lands Distribution Deal With ADA

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Last Ride Records Lands Distribution Deal With ADA

"Things have been going crazy for the last few years, and it’s an exciting time here for everyone involved," says Last Ride CEO Tom Maddocks.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 19, 2023
Songtradr Is Now No. 1 Shareholder In Jaxsta

Songtradr Is Now No. 1 Shareholder In Jaxsta

Songtradr “intends to be a long term shareholder and we look forward to continuing to build," reads a statement to the ASX.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 15, 2023
Songtradr Is Now No. 1 Shareholder In Jaxsta

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Songtradr Is Now No. 1 Shareholder In Jaxsta

Songtradr “intends to be a long term shareholder and we look forward to continuing to build," reads a statement to the ASX.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 15, 2023
Paul Dainty Appointed AO at Government House Ceremony

Paul Dainty Appointed AO at Government House Ceremony

Since establishing the Dainty Group/Dainty Corporation in the early 1970s, the impresario has shifted more than 50 million tickets.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 14, 2023
Paul Dainty Appointed AO at Government House Ceremony

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Paul Dainty Appointed AO at Government House Ceremony

Since establishing the Dainty Group/Dainty Corporation in the early 1970s, the impresario has shifted more than 50 million tickets.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 14, 2023
Kylie Minogue’s ‘Tension’ Was the U.K.’s Best-Selling Single Last Week

Kylie Minogue’s ‘Tension’ Was the U.K.’s Best-Selling Single Last Week

"Tension" was the top debut on the national singles chart and leads two surveys: the Official Singles Downloads and Physical Singles Charts.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 12, 2023
Kylie Minogue’s ‘Tension’ Was the U.K.’s Best-Selling Single Last Week

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Kylie Minogue’s ‘Tension’ Was the U.K.’s Best-Selling Single Last Week

"Tension" was the top debut on the national singles chart and leads two surveys: the Official Singles Downloads and Physical Singles Charts.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 12, 2023
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