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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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Niche Agency Signs RARIA for Live Bookings (EXCLUSIVE)

Niche Agency Signs RARIA for Live Bookings (EXCLUSIVE)

RARIA will celebrate her new Niche deal and fresh tunes with a pair of shows next month in Melbourne and Sydney.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 29, 2022
Niche Agency Signs RARIA for Live Bookings (EXCLUSIVE)

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Niche Agency Signs RARIA for Live Bookings (EXCLUSIVE)

RARIA will celebrate her new Niche deal and fresh tunes with a pair of shows next month in Melbourne and Sydney.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 29, 2022
Music Startups, Bright Sparks and Big Ideas -- Amplifier Wants You

Music Startups, Bright Sparks and Big Ideas -- Amplifier Wants You

Amplifier is a quest to find unite and support music startups. Think you've got the goods? Applications close late Sunday, July 31.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 28, 2022
Music Startups, Bright Sparks and Big Ideas -- Amplifier Wants You

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Music Startups, Bright Sparks and Big Ideas -- Amplifier Wants You

Amplifier is a quest to find unite and support music startups. Think you've got the goods? Applications close late Sunday, July 31.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 28, 2022
Julia Robinson Joins ARIA PPCA, Mitch Wilson to Lead AFA

Julia Robinson Joins ARIA PPCA, Mitch Wilson to Lead AFA

Robinson slots into the ARIA/PPCA role on Sept. 5, doing so after developing and launching the AFA’s strategic plan for 2022-25.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 28, 2022
Julia Robinson Joins ARIA PPCA, Mitch Wilson to Lead AFA

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Julia Robinson Joins ARIA PPCA, Mitch Wilson to Lead AFA

Robinson slots into the ARIA/PPCA role on Sept. 5, doing so after developing and launching the AFA’s strategic plan for 2022-25.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 28, 2022
ARIA Awards Member Voting Is Set to Open, With Several Changes

ARIA Awards Member Voting Is Set to Open, With Several Changes

The window is ready to slide open for ARIA members to enter their top ARIA Awards picks. Members of the trade association can cast entries from Friday (July 29), when they'll be asked to put forward…

By Lars Brandle - Jul 27, 2022
ARIA Awards Member Voting Is Set to Open, With Several Changes

News

ARIA Awards Member Voting Is Set to Open, With Several Changes

The window is ready to slide open for ARIA members to enter their top ARIA Awards picks. Members of the trade association can cast entries from Friday (July 29), when they'll be asked to put forward…

By Lars Brandle - Jul 27, 2022
TEG Europe Is Unveiled, Positions Live Entertainment Giant for 'Further Growth'

TEG Europe Is Unveiled, Positions Live Entertainment Giant for 'Further Growth'

The new structure gathers ticketing, venues and more, to "position us for further growth across Europe,” comments TEG CEO Geoff Jones.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 27, 2022
TEG Europe Is Unveiled, Positions Live Entertainment Giant for 'Further Growth'

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TEG Europe Is Unveiled, Positions Live Entertainment Giant for 'Further Growth'

The new structure gathers ticketing, venues and more, to "position us for further growth across Europe,” comments TEG CEO Geoff Jones.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 27, 2022
Golden Robot’s New Label Archangel Records Is Dedicated to Female Talent

Golden Robot’s New Label Archangel Records Is Dedicated to Female Talent

Its launch roster includes Brisbane singer-songwriter Ella Fence, Indonesian indie act SCALLER, and Texas alt-rock outfit Tough On Fridays.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 26, 2022
Golden Robot’s New Label Archangel Records Is Dedicated to Female Talent

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Golden Robot’s New Label Archangel Records Is Dedicated to Female Talent

Its launch roster includes Brisbane singer-songwriter Ella Fence, Indonesian indie act SCALLER, and Texas alt-rock outfit Tough On Fridays.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 26, 2022
Deena Lynch, Annabelle Herd, Susan Cotchin and More Set for Adelaide's Indie-Con

Deena Lynch, Annabelle Herd, Susan Cotchin and More Set for Adelaide's Indie-Con

This year’s hybrid event will carry a program with deep-dive discussions on touring, grant funding, neighbouring rights, NFTs and more.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 26, 2022
Deena Lynch, Annabelle Herd, Susan Cotchin and More Set for Adelaide's Indie-Con

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Deena Lynch, Annabelle Herd, Susan Cotchin and More Set for Adelaide's Indie-Con

This year’s hybrid event will carry a program with deep-dive discussions on touring, grant funding, neighbouring rights, NFTs and more.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 26, 2022
As Premiums Soar, Music Venues Are Heading to an Insurance Cliff

As Premiums Soar, Music Venues Are Heading to an Insurance Cliff

The cost of insuring venues is soaring for some live music venues, inflated by fires, floods, the pandemic and the war in Ukraine.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 26, 2022
As Premiums Soar, Music Venues Are Heading to an Insurance Cliff

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As Premiums Soar, Music Venues Are Heading to an Insurance Cliff

The cost of insuring venues is soaring for some live music venues, inflated by fires, floods, the pandemic and the war in Ukraine.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 26, 2022
Secret Sounds Splashes Out With Spilt Milk Acquisition

Secret Sounds Splashes Out With Spilt Milk Acquisition

The multi-city music festival changes hands with Secret Sounds’ acquisition of Kicks Entertainment, operators of Spilt Milk.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 21, 2022
Secret Sounds Splashes Out With Spilt Milk Acquisition

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Secret Sounds Splashes Out With Spilt Milk Acquisition

The multi-city music festival changes hands with Secret Sounds’ acquisition of Kicks Entertainment, operators of Spilt Milk.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 21, 2022
Carla Wehbe Signs Global Publishing Deal With BMG (EXCLUSIVE)

Carla Wehbe Signs Global Publishing Deal With BMG (EXCLUSIVE)

Singer, songwriter and producer Carla Wehbe signs with BMG for an exclusive global publishing deal, TMN can exclusively reveal.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 21, 2022
Carla Wehbe Signs Global Publishing Deal With BMG (EXCLUSIVE)

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Carla Wehbe Signs Global Publishing Deal With BMG (EXCLUSIVE)

Singer, songwriter and producer Carla Wehbe signs with BMG for an exclusive global publishing deal, TMN can exclusively reveal.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 21, 2022
DistroKid and Jaxsta Sign Data Partner Agreement

DistroKid and Jaxsta Sign Data Partner Agreement

Following the arrangement, announced today (July 20), Jaxsta’s database surges past 240 million music credits from 15 million-plus creatives.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 20, 2022
DistroKid and Jaxsta Sign Data Partner Agreement

News

DistroKid and Jaxsta Sign Data Partner Agreement

Following the arrangement, announced today (July 20), Jaxsta’s database surges past 240 million music credits from 15 million-plus creatives.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 20, 2022
Bigsound Unveils 'Biggest Ever' Festival Bill

Bigsound Unveils 'Biggest Ever' Festival Bill

If the volume of applications is a good induction, Bigsound has been sorely missed. This year’s show attracted over 1,300 artists requests.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 20, 2022
Bigsound Unveils 'Biggest Ever' Festival Bill

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Bigsound Unveils 'Biggest Ever' Festival Bill

If the volume of applications is a good induction, Bigsound has been sorely missed. This year’s show attracted over 1,300 artists requests.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 20, 2022
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