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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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CISAC Labels Australia a ‘Digital Collection Champion,’ Royalties Remain Below Pre-Pandemic Levels

CISAC Labels Australia a ‘Digital Collection Champion,’ Royalties Remain Below Pre-Pandemic Levels

Australia remains a top 10 nation for music royalty collections, raking in €264 million ($407 million) in 2021, up 9.1% year on year.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 28, 2022
CISAC Labels Australia a ‘Digital Collection Champion,’ Royalties Remain Below Pre-Pandemic Levels

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CISAC Labels Australia a ‘Digital Collection Champion,’ Royalties Remain Below Pre-Pandemic Levels

Australia remains a top 10 nation for music royalty collections, raking in €264 million ($407 million) in 2021, up 9.1% year on year.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 28, 2022
Tones And I, Vance Joy and Jaddan Comerford Enter AFR's 'Young Rich List'

Tones And I, Vance Joy and Jaddan Comerford Enter AFR's 'Young Rich List'

The trio are presented as prime examples of the Australian music industry’s “great resurgence,” one that has become truly global.  

By Lars Brandle - Oct 27, 2022
Tones And I, Vance Joy and Jaddan Comerford Enter AFR's 'Young Rich List'

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Tones And I, Vance Joy and Jaddan Comerford Enter AFR's 'Young Rich List'

The trio are presented as prime examples of the Australian music industry’s “great resurgence,” one that has become truly global.  

By Lars Brandle - Oct 27, 2022
DistroDirect Shortlisted For Global Music Tech Startup Award

DistroDirect Shortlisted For Global Music Tech Startup Award

DistroDirect is competing for a chance to present as part of the NY:LON Connect conference in London next January, and more.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 27, 2022
DistroDirect Shortlisted For Global Music Tech Startup Award

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DistroDirect Shortlisted For Global Music Tech Startup Award

DistroDirect is competing for a chance to present as part of the NY:LON Connect conference in London next January, and more.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 27, 2022
Chris Hemsworth, Jessica Mauboy Get Kitted Out For Ausmusic T-Shirt Day

Chris Hemsworth, Jessica Mauboy Get Kitted Out For Ausmusic T-Shirt Day

The pop singer and homegrown Hollywood actor are the latest ambassadors for the 2022 fundraiser, set for Nov. 18.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 27, 2022
Chris Hemsworth, Jessica Mauboy Get Kitted Out For Ausmusic T-Shirt Day

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Chris Hemsworth, Jessica Mauboy Get Kitted Out For Ausmusic T-Shirt Day

The pop singer and homegrown Hollywood actor are the latest ambassadors for the 2022 fundraiser, set for Nov. 18.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 27, 2022
Kylie Minogue, Dean Lewis Lead Aussie Charge On Midweek U.K. Chart

Kylie Minogue, Dean Lewis Lead Aussie Charge On Midweek U.K. Chart

Kylie Minogue’s style-redefining sixth studio album is poised for a top 10 return in the U.K., and, perhaps, a new peak position.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 26, 2022
Kylie Minogue, Dean Lewis Lead Aussie Charge On Midweek U.K. Chart

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Kylie Minogue, Dean Lewis Lead Aussie Charge On Midweek U.K. Chart

Kylie Minogue’s style-redefining sixth studio album is poised for a top 10 return in the U.K., and, perhaps, a new peak position.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 26, 2022
Bakehouse Studios Announces 2023 Bursaries:” It’s Supporting Women to Get Gig Ready’

Bakehouse Studios Announces 2023 Bursaries:” It’s Supporting Women to Get Gig Ready’

The packages are designed to be used immediately after applications have been accepted, and are valid for six months from the endowment.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 26, 2022
Bakehouse Studios Announces 2023 Bursaries:” It’s Supporting Women to Get Gig Ready’

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Bakehouse Studios Announces 2023 Bursaries:” It’s Supporting Women to Get Gig Ready’

The packages are designed to be used immediately after applications have been accepted, and are valid for six months from the endowment.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 26, 2022
Atlantic Records Responds to Southstar’s ‘Copycat’ Claims Over ‘Miss You’

Atlantic Records Responds to Southstar’s ‘Copycat’ Claims Over ‘Miss You’

“Oliver Tree and Robin Schulz’s version of ‘Miss You’ is the definitive version of the song," reads a statement from Atlantic Records U.S.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 25, 2022
Atlantic Records Responds to Southstar’s ‘Copycat’ Claims Over ‘Miss You’

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Atlantic Records Responds to Southstar’s ‘Copycat’ Claims Over ‘Miss You’

“Oliver Tree and Robin Schulz’s version of ‘Miss You’ is the definitive version of the song," reads a statement from Atlantic Records U.S.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 25, 2022
Slim Dusty’s Life and Career Celebrated With Google Doodle

Slim Dusty’s Life and Career Celebrated With Google Doodle

Dusty is the latest influential artist recognised with a "Google “Doodle," which lives on the search engine's homepage until midnight Monday.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 24, 2022
Slim Dusty’s Life and Career Celebrated With Google Doodle

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Slim Dusty’s Life and Career Celebrated With Google Doodle

Dusty is the latest influential artist recognised with a "Google “Doodle," which lives on the search engine's homepage until midnight Monday.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 24, 2022
Ūla Signs With Flagrant Artist Management (EXCLUSIVE)

Ūla Signs With Flagrant Artist Management (EXCLUSIVE)

To celebrate the new arrangement with Flagrant Artists, Ūla today drops “Gold Star,” a slice of indie-pop with muscle.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 21, 2022
Ūla Signs With Flagrant Artist Management (EXCLUSIVE)

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Ūla Signs With Flagrant Artist Management (EXCLUSIVE)

To celebrate the new arrangement with Flagrant Artists, Ūla today drops “Gold Star,” a slice of indie-pop with muscle.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 21, 2022
Hazel Savage Named Non-Executive Board Member at Tuned Global

Hazel Savage Named Non-Executive Board Member at Tuned Global

Savage has carved out a 15-year-plus career in music and tech, including stints at Shazam, Pandora, Universal, HMV, and now SoundCloud.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 20, 2022
Hazel Savage Named Non-Executive Board Member at Tuned Global

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Hazel Savage Named Non-Executive Board Member at Tuned Global

Savage has carved out a 15-year-plus career in music and tech, including stints at Shazam, Pandora, Universal, HMV, and now SoundCloud.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 20, 2022
Mushroom Management Signs Conrad Sewell

Mushroom Management Signs Conrad Sewell

Conrad Sewell is the latest addition to the Mushroom Management roster. The 34-year-old Brisbane singer and songwriter has collected No. 1s and numerous awards across his career, and featured on…

By Lars Brandle - Oct 20, 2022
Mushroom Management Signs Conrad Sewell

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Mushroom Management Signs Conrad Sewell

Conrad Sewell is the latest addition to the Mushroom Management roster. The 34-year-old Brisbane singer and songwriter has collected No. 1s and numerous awards across his career, and featured on…

By Lars Brandle - Oct 20, 2022
APRA AMCOS Reports Record Revenues, Energised by Streaming Platforms

APRA AMCOS Reports Record Revenues, Energised by Streaming Platforms

Digital is now the furnace for APRA AMCOS, heating up the organisation's revenue sheet to the tune of $338 million,

By Lars Brandle - Oct 20, 2022
APRA AMCOS Reports Record Revenues, Energised by Streaming Platforms

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APRA AMCOS Reports Record Revenues, Energised by Streaming Platforms

Digital is now the furnace for APRA AMCOS, heating up the organisation's revenue sheet to the tune of $338 million,

By Lars Brandle - Oct 20, 2022
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