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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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TEG Group Owners Preparing High-Roller Auction: Reports

TEG Group Owners Preparing High-Roller Auction: Reports

The live entertainment, data and tech giant’s private equity owners are expected to launch a sale process for TEG this April.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 13, 2023
TEG Group Owners Preparing High-Roller Auction: Reports

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TEG Group Owners Preparing High-Roller Auction: Reports

The live entertainment, data and tech giant’s private equity owners are expected to launch a sale process for TEG this April.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 13, 2023
Sounds Australia Unveils SA Export Contribution Fund (EXCLUSIVE)

Sounds Australia Unveils SA Export Contribution Fund (EXCLUSIVE)

South Australia’s music community is in line for a leg-up, thanks to an innovative fund from Sounds Australia.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 10, 2023
Sounds Australia Unveils SA Export Contribution Fund (EXCLUSIVE)

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Sounds Australia Unveils SA Export Contribution Fund (EXCLUSIVE)

South Australia’s music community is in line for a leg-up, thanks to an innovative fund from Sounds Australia.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 10, 2023
Masked Wolf Returns With New Global Partnership Struck by Teamwrk, Ingrooves Music Group

Masked Wolf Returns With New Global Partnership Struck by Teamwrk, Ingrooves Music Group

Masked Wolf is back with his old pack at Lucky Ent’s Teamwrk, which partners with Ingrooves Music Group for worldwide distribution.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 9, 2023
Masked Wolf Returns With New Global Partnership Struck by Teamwrk, Ingrooves Music Group

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Masked Wolf Returns With New Global Partnership Struck by Teamwrk, Ingrooves Music Group

Masked Wolf is back with his old pack at Lucky Ent’s Teamwrk, which partners with Ingrooves Music Group for worldwide distribution.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 9, 2023
Audience Republic’s Jared Kristensen on Navigating the Pandemic, Securing $10m From Investors and More

Audience Republic’s Jared Kristensen on Navigating the Pandemic, Securing $10m From Investors and More

What started small in 2016, has grown its valuation to $51 million, and has received $10 million in investment.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 8, 2023
Audience Republic’s Jared Kristensen on Navigating the Pandemic, Securing $10m From Investors and More

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Audience Republic’s Jared Kristensen on Navigating the Pandemic, Securing $10m From Investors and More

What started small in 2016, has grown its valuation to $51 million, and has received $10 million in investment.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 8, 2023
Virgin Music Australia Expands Team Following ‘Significant Growth’

Virgin Music Australia Expands Team Following ‘Significant Growth’

The expanded team in these parts follows the appointment of mtheory founders JT Myers and Nat Pastor as co-CEOs of the new Virgin Music Group.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 7, 2023
Virgin Music Australia Expands Team Following ‘Significant Growth’

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Virgin Music Australia Expands Team Following ‘Significant Growth’

The expanded team in these parts follows the appointment of mtheory founders JT Myers and Nat Pastor as co-CEOs of the new Virgin Music Group.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 7, 2023
TikTok Launches SoundOn Distribution and Promo Platform In Australia

TikTok Launches SoundOn Distribution and Promo Platform In Australia

SoundOn officially launched Sunday (Feb. 5) in Australia, and pays 100% of royalties for tunes uploaded in the first year.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 6, 2023
TikTok Launches SoundOn Distribution and Promo Platform In Australia

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TikTok Launches SoundOn Distribution and Promo Platform In Australia

SoundOn officially launched Sunday (Feb. 5) in Australia, and pays 100% of royalties for tunes uploaded in the first year.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 6, 2023
TikTok Is 'Running a Test' In Australia Which Could Have Ramifications For Its Content Partners

TikTok Is 'Running a Test' In Australia Which Could Have Ramifications For Its Content Partners

TikTok is embarking on a grand experiment, one that might be used as leverage in its round of next round of content licensing talks.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 3, 2023
TikTok Is 'Running a Test' In Australia Which Could Have Ramifications For Its Content Partners

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TikTok Is 'Running a Test' In Australia Which Could Have Ramifications For Its Content Partners

TikTok is embarking on a grand experiment, one that might be used as leverage in its round of next round of content licensing talks.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 3, 2023
AEG’s Ticketing Outlet AXS Is Coming to Australia

AEG’s Ticketing Outlet AXS Is Coming to Australia

AXS is making its move into Australia and New Zealand, led by Andrew Travis, CEO of the AEG-owned businesses local affiliate.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 3, 2023
AEG’s Ticketing Outlet AXS Is Coming to Australia

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AEG’s Ticketing Outlet AXS Is Coming to Australia

AXS is making its move into Australia and New Zealand, led by Andrew Travis, CEO of the AEG-owned businesses local affiliate.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 3, 2023
Elton John’s Farewell Tour Rockets to No. 1 In All-Time Box Office

Elton John’s Farewell Tour Rockets to No. 1 In All-Time Box Office

Elton and Australia have a long history together. The British legend has played 236 concerts here, the third most behind the U.K. and U.S.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 2, 2023
Elton John’s Farewell Tour Rockets to No. 1 In All-Time Box Office

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Elton John’s Farewell Tour Rockets to No. 1 In All-Time Box Office

Elton and Australia have a long history together. The British legend has played 236 concerts here, the third most behind the U.K. and U.S.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 2, 2023
The Music Network to Host Special 'Music Australia’ Briefing

The Music Network to Host Special 'Music Australia’ Briefing

Speakers from the Australia Council and Dr Stephen Arnott will log-on for an online briefing, set for Thursday, Feb. 9.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 2, 2023
The Music Network to Host Special 'Music Australia’ Briefing

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The Music Network to Host Special 'Music Australia’ Briefing

Speakers from the Australia Council and Dr Stephen Arnott will log-on for an online briefing, set for Thursday, Feb. 9.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 2, 2023
Beyond the Valley’s Partnership With Humanitix Generates $250K for Charity

Beyond the Valley’s Partnership With Humanitix Generates $250K for Charity

So far, $250,000 has been directly attributed to the contribution from the four-day fest’s booking fees, according to Untitled.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 1, 2023
Beyond the Valley’s Partnership With Humanitix Generates $250K for Charity

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Beyond the Valley’s Partnership With Humanitix Generates $250K for Charity

So far, $250,000 has been directly attributed to the contribution from the four-day fest’s booking fees, according to Untitled.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 1, 2023
Yamaha Australia Backs One-Year Scholarship For ‘Master Your Music’ Program

Yamaha Australia Backs One-Year Scholarship For ‘Master Your Music’ Program

The educators are offering one scholarship spot for a female/non-binary individual to take part in its year-long “Master Your Music” program.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 1, 2023
Yamaha Australia Backs One-Year Scholarship For ‘Master Your Music’ Program

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Yamaha Australia Backs One-Year Scholarship For ‘Master Your Music’ Program

The educators are offering one scholarship spot for a female/non-binary individual to take part in its year-long “Master Your Music” program.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 1, 2023
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