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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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ARIA CEO Annabelle Herd Talks Leadership at VMA Congress: 'Courage and Honesty'

ARIA CEO Annabelle Herd Talks Leadership at VMA Congress: 'Courage and Honesty'

ARIA's Herd was invited to the annual gathering of venue operators to share her thoughts on being a better boss.

By Lars Brandle - May 26, 2023
ARIA CEO Annabelle Herd Talks Leadership at VMA Congress: 'Courage and Honesty'

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ARIA CEO Annabelle Herd Talks Leadership at VMA Congress: 'Courage and Honesty'

ARIA's Herd was invited to the annual gathering of venue operators to share her thoughts on being a better boss.

By Lars Brandle - May 26, 2023
Dan Andrews’ State Government’s Budget ‘Values the Music and Creative Industry,' Experts Say

Dan Andrews’ State Government’s Budget ‘Values the Music and Creative Industry,' Experts Say

APRA AMCOS applauds investment in live music, music industry development, major events and funding for teaching songwriting in high schools.

By Lars Brandle - May 24, 2023
Dan Andrews’ State Government’s Budget ‘Values the Music and Creative Industry,' Experts Say

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Dan Andrews’ State Government’s Budget ‘Values the Music and Creative Industry,' Experts Say

APRA AMCOS applauds investment in live music, music industry development, major events and funding for teaching songwriting in high schools.

By Lars Brandle - May 24, 2023
Jaxsta Scoops U.S. Metadata Award

Jaxsta Scoops U.S. Metadata Award

The Australian-created official music credits databased is awarded the Master of Metadata, just days after launching Vinyl.com.

By Lars Brandle - May 23, 2023
Jaxsta Scoops U.S. Metadata Award

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Jaxsta Scoops U.S. Metadata Award

The Australian-created official music credits databased is awarded the Master of Metadata, just days after launching Vinyl.com.

By Lars Brandle - May 23, 2023
Michael Gudinski Documentary ‘Ego’ Set For Cinematic Release

Michael Gudinski Documentary ‘Ego’ Set For Cinematic Release

The long-awaited-for Michael Gudinski documentary now has a release date, poster and a trailer. "Ego" is set for a wide release this August.

By Lars Brandle - May 23, 2023
Michael Gudinski Documentary ‘Ego’ Set For Cinematic Release

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Michael Gudinski Documentary ‘Ego’ Set For Cinematic Release

The long-awaited-for Michael Gudinski documentary now has a release date, poster and a trailer. "Ego" is set for a wide release this August.

By Lars Brandle - May 23, 2023
Songtradr’s Paul Wiltshire Talks Vinyl.com: ‘It’s Going to be Transformational’

Songtradr’s Paul Wiltshire Talks Vinyl.com: ‘It’s Going to be Transformational’

I'm a big believer that vinyl.com is super cool. And it's going to be transformational,” Wiltshire recently told AIM’s iHUB.

By Lars Brandle - May 22, 2023
Songtradr’s Paul Wiltshire Talks Vinyl.com: ‘It’s Going to be Transformational’

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Songtradr’s Paul Wiltshire Talks Vinyl.com: ‘It’s Going to be Transformational’

I'm a big believer that vinyl.com is super cool. And it's going to be transformational,” Wiltshire recently told AIM’s iHUB.

By Lars Brandle - May 22, 2023
Forbes Selects Untitled Group’s Filippo Palermo and Michael Christidis For ‘30 Under 30’ Class

Forbes Selects Untitled Group’s Filippo Palermo and Michael Christidis For ‘30 Under 30’ Class

Palermo and Christidis dip into a talented pool of young movers and shakers, which includes artists 24kGoldn and Anitta.

By Lars Brandle - May 18, 2023
Forbes Selects Untitled Group’s Filippo Palermo and Michael Christidis For ‘30 Under 30’ Class

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Forbes Selects Untitled Group’s Filippo Palermo and Michael Christidis For ‘30 Under 30’ Class

Palermo and Christidis dip into a talented pool of young movers and shakers, which includes artists 24kGoldn and Anitta.

By Lars Brandle - May 18, 2023
Andrew Penhallow, Dance Music Pioneer Behind Volition and BDO’s Boiler Room, Has Died

Andrew Penhallow, Dance Music Pioneer Behind Volition and BDO’s Boiler Room, Has Died

Arguably, Penhallow's Boiler Room did more for exposing dance music to excitable young festival goers than any other concept.

By Lars Brandle - May 18, 2023
Andrew Penhallow, Dance Music Pioneer Behind Volition and BDO’s Boiler Room, Has Died

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Andrew Penhallow, Dance Music Pioneer Behind Volition and BDO’s Boiler Room, Has Died

Arguably, Penhallow's Boiler Room did more for exposing dance music to excitable young festival goers than any other concept.

By Lars Brandle - May 18, 2023
Songtradr’s Paul Wiltshire Talks Journey from the Studio to Raising $150m

Songtradr’s Paul Wiltshire Talks Journey from the Studio to Raising $150m

Wiltshire traced his journey, and shared some insights, inspiration and lesson learned for AIM’s iHUB, hosted at its new Sydney campus.

By Lars Brandle - May 17, 2023
Songtradr’s Paul Wiltshire Talks Journey from the Studio to Raising $150m

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Songtradr’s Paul Wiltshire Talks Journey from the Studio to Raising $150m

Wiltshire traced his journey, and shared some insights, inspiration and lesson learned for AIM’s iHUB, hosted at its new Sydney campus.

By Lars Brandle - May 17, 2023
Lost Motel Checks In For Third Anniversary With New Hires

Lost Motel Checks In For Third Anniversary With New Hires

Among the recruits is senior touring operations manager Rowan Johnson, and the trio of Tracey Bonavia, Breiana Bennetts and Kyra Cumming.

By Lars Brandle - May 15, 2023
Lost Motel Checks In For Third Anniversary With New Hires

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Lost Motel Checks In For Third Anniversary With New Hires

Among the recruits is senior touring operations manager Rowan Johnson, and the trio of Tracey Bonavia, Breiana Bennetts and Kyra Cumming.

By Lars Brandle - May 15, 2023
Untitled Group Unveils Fresh Hires and Promotions

Untitled Group Unveils Fresh Hires and Promotions

Leading the staffing changes is Georgia Madden, who rises to head of touring operations, a newly-created role.

By Lars Brandle - May 12, 2023
Untitled Group Unveils Fresh Hires and Promotions

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Untitled Group Unveils Fresh Hires and Promotions

Leading the staffing changes is Georgia Madden, who rises to head of touring operations, a newly-created role.

By Lars Brandle - May 12, 2023
Believe It: How Cub Sport and Believe Landed an ARIA No. 1

Believe It: How Cub Sport and Believe Landed an ARIA No. 1

Cub Sport and Believe bagged a No. 1, thanks in part to targeted marketing, exclusives, must-have experiences old alliances and killer tunes.

By Lars Brandle - May 11, 2023
Believe It: How Cub Sport and Believe Landed an ARIA No. 1

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Believe It: How Cub Sport and Believe Landed an ARIA No. 1

Cub Sport and Believe bagged a No. 1, thanks in part to targeted marketing, exclusives, must-have experiences old alliances and killer tunes.

By Lars Brandle - May 11, 2023
What the Budget Means for Music, Artists and the Creative Industry

What the Budget Means for Music, Artists and the Creative Industry

The federal government's commitment is a “bold agenda,” says ARIA and PPCA CEO Annabelle Herd. Though “we cannot afford to get this wrong."

By Lars Brandle - May 10, 2023
What the Budget Means for Music, Artists and the Creative Industry

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What the Budget Means for Music, Artists and the Creative Industry

The federal government's commitment is a “bold agenda,” says ARIA and PPCA CEO Annabelle Herd. Though “we cannot afford to get this wrong."

By Lars Brandle - May 10, 2023
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