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National Live Music Awards Set to Return In October 2023 (EXCLUSIVE)
More than 60 awards will be handed out, including the “Live Legend” honor, and a new category for lighting and stage designers.

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National Live Music Awards Set to Return In October 2023 (EXCLUSIVE)
More than 60 awards will be handed out, including the “Live Legend” honor, and a new category for lighting and stage designers.

‘The Time Feels Right’: Read George Ash’s Message to Universal Music Staff
After 35 years working in music, my love for it has not diminished," writes outgoing UMA president George Ash in a message to staff.

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‘The Time Feels Right’: Read George Ash’s Message to Universal Music Staff
After 35 years working in music, my love for it has not diminished," writes outgoing UMA president George Ash in a message to staff.

Falls Festival Withdraws From Approval Process for Birregurra Event
“Given the time and expense, we have decided to withdraw from the approval process,” comments Secret Sounds co-CEO Jessica Ducrou.

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Falls Festival Withdraws From Approval Process for Birregurra Event
“Given the time and expense, we have decided to withdraw from the approval process,” comments Secret Sounds co-CEO Jessica Ducrou.

Kiwi Stadium Rockers Six60 Launch Massive Records With Sony Music
Massive Records is a joint venture between Six60 and Sony Music NZ, and is said to be a passion project and “labour of love” for the band.

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Kiwi Stadium Rockers Six60 Launch Massive Records With Sony Music
Massive Records is a joint venture between Six60 and Sony Music NZ, and is said to be a passion project and “labour of love” for the band.

SXSW Sydney Opens Ideas Forum, Names First Partners
With Session Select, SXSW Sydney organisers are keen for ideas and speakers with the "most relevant, timely, forward-thinking" thoughts.

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SXSW Sydney Opens Ideas Forum, Names First Partners
With Session Select, SXSW Sydney organisers are keen for ideas and speakers with the "most relevant, timely, forward-thinking" thoughts.

Dean Lewis’ ‘Goodbye’ Broke Hearts, Rules TikTok Year-End List
“How Do I Say Goodbye” leads all Aussies in The Hitmakers club, one of several lists published today (Dec. 7) with the Year on TikTok 2022.

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Dean Lewis’ ‘Goodbye’ Broke Hearts, Rules TikTok Year-End List
“How Do I Say Goodbye” leads all Aussies in The Hitmakers club, one of several lists published today (Dec. 7) with the Year on TikTok 2022.

Alison Wonderland Launches FMU Records, Reanimates Whyte Fang
Wonderland is, without any argument, one of those most popular artists in electronic dance music, with three ARIA top 10 albums.

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Alison Wonderland Launches FMU Records, Reanimates Whyte Fang
Wonderland is, without any argument, one of those most popular artists in electronic dance music, with three ARIA top 10 albums.

Axl Rose Will ‘Refrain’ From Throwing Mics After Gun N' Roses Fan Reportedly Injured
The Rock And Roll Hall of Fame-inducted singer heard the story, saw the photos, and he’ll change the show accordingly.

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Axl Rose Will ‘Refrain’ From Throwing Mics After Gun N' Roses Fan Reportedly Injured
The Rock And Roll Hall of Fame-inducted singer heard the story, saw the photos, and he’ll change the show accordingly.

‘Heavyweight’ Music Industry Professional Faces Historic Rape, Assault Charges: Report
The man is accused of twice unlawfully and indecently assaulting the singer and raping them at a hotel in Mt Isa in late April 2013.

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‘Heavyweight’ Music Industry Professional Faces Historic Rape, Assault Charges: Report
The man is accused of twice unlawfully and indecently assaulting the singer and raping them at a hotel in Mt Isa in late April 2013.

Sally Howland, Seb Chase Step Down From Support Act Board
“It’s a big day of change at Support Act," says the music charity's CEO Clive Miller as Sally Howland and Seb Chase step down from the board.

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Sally Howland, Seb Chase Step Down From Support Act Board
“It’s a big day of change at Support Act," says the music charity's CEO Clive Miller as Sally Howland and Seb Chase step down from the board.

Bonds X Rolling Stone Australia Calendar Raises Almost $6,000 for Support Act
Artists from across the music spectrum, and several industry professionals, played their part in the cheeky calendar campaign.

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Bonds X Rolling Stone Australia Calendar Raises Almost $6,000 for Support Act
Artists from across the music spectrum, and several industry professionals, played their part in the cheeky calendar campaign.

Warner Music’s Simon Cahill Joins SXSW Sydney
Cahill joins a growing team that is led by industry veteran Colin Daniels, and includes Bossy Music founder Claire Collins.

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Warner Music’s Simon Cahill Joins SXSW Sydney
Cahill joins a growing team that is led by industry veteran Colin Daniels, and includes Bossy Music founder Claire Collins.
Reporting from inside the Australian music business since '94.
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