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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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Colin Hay, Colleen Ironside to Receive Ted Albert Award

Colin Hay, Colleen Ironside to Receive Ted Albert Award

Hay and Ironside will be feted at the 2023 APRA Music Awards, set for Thursday, April 27 at ICC Sydney, on Gadigal land.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 13, 2023
Colin Hay, Colleen Ironside to Receive Ted Albert Award

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Colin Hay, Colleen Ironside to Receive Ted Albert Award

Hay and Ironside will be feted at the 2023 APRA Music Awards, set for Thursday, April 27 at ICC Sydney, on Gadigal land.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 13, 2023
Fix The Mix Report Finds Representation of Women In Studio Roles Remains ‘Pitifully Low’

Fix The Mix Report Finds Representation of Women In Studio Roles Remains ‘Pitifully Low’

The recording studio remains a man’s world, a place where men outnumber women and non-binary people by a ratio of 19 to 1 on major commercial projects and senior studio roles are largely out of…

By Lars Brandle - Apr 12, 2023
Fix The Mix Report Finds Representation of Women In Studio Roles Remains ‘Pitifully Low’

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Fix The Mix Report Finds Representation of Women In Studio Roles Remains ‘Pitifully Low’

The recording studio remains a man’s world, a place where men outnumber women and non-binary people by a ratio of 19 to 1 on major commercial projects and senior studio roles are largely out of…

By Lars Brandle - Apr 12, 2023
DMA’S Debut In U.K. Top 3 With ‘How Many Dreams?’

DMA’S Debut In U.K. Top 3 With ‘How Many Dreams?’

The Aussie indie-rock trio blasts to No. 3 on the U.K. albums chart behind new LPs from Boygenius and Melanie Martinez, respectively.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 11, 2023
DMA’S Debut In U.K. Top 3 With ‘How Many Dreams?’

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DMA’S Debut In U.K. Top 3 With ‘How Many Dreams?’

The Aussie indie-rock trio blasts to No. 3 on the U.K. albums chart behind new LPs from Boygenius and Melanie Martinez, respectively.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 11, 2023
Remembering Seymour Stein: Sire Records Chief Recounts Signing Madonna From His Hospital Bed

Remembering Seymour Stein: Sire Records Chief Recounts Signing Madonna From His Hospital Bed

In this article from the archives, the late Seymour Stein recounts how he signed Madonna to a deal "concluded right there in the hospital."

By Lars Brandle - Apr 6, 2023
Remembering Seymour Stein: Sire Records Chief Recounts Signing Madonna From His Hospital Bed

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Remembering Seymour Stein: Sire Records Chief Recounts Signing Madonna From His Hospital Bed

In this article from the archives, the late Seymour Stein recounts how he signed Madonna to a deal "concluded right there in the hospital."

By Lars Brandle - Apr 6, 2023
I Oh You Launches Publishing Division (EXCLUSIVE)

I Oh You Launches Publishing Division (EXCLUSIVE)

The indie business will continue and expand its relationship with Mushroom Group, which this year celebrates its 50th anniversary.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 5, 2023
I Oh You Launches Publishing Division (EXCLUSIVE)

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I Oh You Launches Publishing Division (EXCLUSIVE)

The indie business will continue and expand its relationship with Mushroom Group, which this year celebrates its 50th anniversary.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 5, 2023
DMA’S Are Heading For Dream Start On U.K. Chart

DMA’S Are Heading For Dream Start On U.K. Chart

If it holds its course, 'Dreams' will give DMA’s a career-best chart position in the U.K., a top 5 global market.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 4, 2023
DMA’S Are Heading For Dream Start On U.K. Chart

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DMA’S Are Heading For Dream Start On U.K. Chart

If it holds its course, 'Dreams' will give DMA’s a career-best chart position in the U.K., a top 5 global market.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 4, 2023
Seymour Stein, American Music Industry Legend, Dies at 80

Seymour Stein, American Music Industry Legend, Dies at 80

Stein signed a slew of Australian act, including Radio Birdman, The Saints and The Go-Betweens, The Avalanches, The Veronicas and Taxiride.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 3, 2023
Seymour Stein, American Music Industry Legend, Dies at 80

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Seymour Stein, American Music Industry Legend, Dies at 80

Stein signed a slew of Australian act, including Radio Birdman, The Saints and The Go-Betweens, The Avalanches, The Veronicas and Taxiride.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 3, 2023
Good Neighbour Expands With U.S. Signings and ‘Many More’ to Come

Good Neighbour Expands With U.S. Signings and ‘Many More’ to Come

“We used the downtime throughout 2020 to squeeze more juice out of the fruit for performers," comments Susan Cotchin.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 30, 2023
Good Neighbour Expands With U.S. Signings and ‘Many More’ to Come

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Good Neighbour Expands With U.S. Signings and ‘Many More’ to Come

“We used the downtime throughout 2020 to squeeze more juice out of the fruit for performers," comments Susan Cotchin.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 30, 2023
APRA Music Award 2023 Unveils Complete List of Nominees

APRA Music Award 2023 Unveils Complete List of Nominees

The peer-voted song of the year is one of the single most important categories on the music industry calendar.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 30, 2023
APRA Music Award 2023 Unveils Complete List of Nominees

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APRA Music Award 2023 Unveils Complete List of Nominees

The peer-voted song of the year is one of the single most important categories on the music industry calendar.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 30, 2023
Thelma Plum Doubles-Up at 2023 Queensland Music Awards

Thelma Plum Doubles-Up at 2023 Queensland Music Awards

Thelma Plum, the Gamilaraay singer and songwriter, scooped the coveted song of the year for “Backseat of My Mind.”

By Lars Brandle - Mar 29, 2023
Thelma Plum Doubles-Up at 2023 Queensland Music Awards

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Thelma Plum Doubles-Up at 2023 Queensland Music Awards

Thelma Plum, the Gamilaraay singer and songwriter, scooped the coveted song of the year for “Backseat of My Mind.”

By Lars Brandle - Mar 29, 2023
Bigsound Scores $3.8M Investment From Queensland Government

Bigsound Scores $3.8M Investment From Queensland Government

Bigsound is set to become even bigger, with the promise of funding from the Queensland government to tune of $3.8 million over four-years.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 29, 2023
Bigsound Scores $3.8M Investment From Queensland Government

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Bigsound Scores $3.8M Investment From Queensland Government

Bigsound is set to become even bigger, with the promise of funding from the Queensland government to tune of $3.8 million over four-years.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 29, 2023
Tina Arena, Budjerah Set to Perform at 2023 Shure Rolling Stone Australia Awards

Tina Arena, Budjerah Set to Perform at 2023 Shure Rolling Stone Australia Awards

The annual awards will once again be hosted by Alex Dyson, the former triple j breakfast host turned podcaster, organisers announced.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 29, 2023
Tina Arena, Budjerah Set to Perform at 2023 Shure Rolling Stone Australia Awards

News

Tina Arena, Budjerah Set to Perform at 2023 Shure Rolling Stone Australia Awards

The annual awards will once again be hosted by Alex Dyson, the former triple j breakfast host turned podcaster, organisers announced.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 29, 2023
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