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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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Dinosaur City Records Signs Workhorse (EXCLUSIVE)

Dinosaur City Records Signs Workhorse (EXCLUSIVE)

Fronted by singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Harriet Fraser-Barbour, Workhorse joins the label’s roster of fresh indie artists.

By Lars Brandle - May 19, 2022
Dinosaur City Records Signs Workhorse (EXCLUSIVE)

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Dinosaur City Records Signs Workhorse (EXCLUSIVE)

Fronted by singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Harriet Fraser-Barbour, Workhorse joins the label’s roster of fresh indie artists.

By Lars Brandle - May 19, 2022
Jaguar Jonze, Sahara Herald Among Winners at 2022 AWMAs

Jaguar Jonze, Sahara Herald Among Winners at 2022 AWMAs

Frontier Touring's Sahara Herald, artist Jaguar Jonze, music industry whistleblower Tamara Georgopoulos, and the Brag Media’s Poppy Reid were among the honorees Wednesday night (May 18) at the 2022…

By Lars Brandle - May 19, 2022
Jaguar Jonze, Sahara Herald Among Winners at 2022 AWMAs

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Jaguar Jonze, Sahara Herald Among Winners at 2022 AWMAs

Frontier Touring's Sahara Herald, artist Jaguar Jonze, music industry whistleblower Tamara Georgopoulos, and the Brag Media’s Poppy Reid were among the honorees Wednesday night (May 18) at the 2022…

By Lars Brandle - May 19, 2022
Chris Langenberg Relaunches GRAIN With Management Business (EXCLUSIVE)

Chris Langenberg Relaunches GRAIN With Management Business (EXCLUSIVE)

Chris Langenberg re-launches GRAIN and re-tools the business with a new management arm and fresh online presence, TIO can exclusively reveal. Unveiled today (May 19), GRAIN Music Co. is an artist…

By Lars Brandle - May 19, 2022
Chris Langenberg Relaunches GRAIN With Management Business (EXCLUSIVE)

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Chris Langenberg Relaunches GRAIN With Management Business (EXCLUSIVE)

Chris Langenberg re-launches GRAIN and re-tools the business with a new management arm and fresh online presence, TIO can exclusively reveal. Unveiled today (May 19), GRAIN Music Co. is an artist…

By Lars Brandle - May 19, 2022
Serenade Secures $6m Investment, Sets Sights on U.S. Expansion

Serenade Secures $6m Investment, Sets Sights on U.S. Expansion

Serenade is ready to go global and make a splash in the U.S. market, thanks to a new $6 million fundraise. With the latest cash-injection, the eco-friendly music NFT marketplace will launch a…

By Lars Brandle - May 18, 2022
Serenade Secures $6m Investment, Sets Sights on U.S. Expansion

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Serenade Secures $6m Investment, Sets Sights on U.S. Expansion

Serenade is ready to go global and make a splash in the U.S. market, thanks to a new $6 million fundraise. With the latest cash-injection, the eco-friendly music NFT marketplace will launch a…

By Lars Brandle - May 18, 2022
Mark Pope Talks Lismore Concert: ‘The Most Gratifying Thing in My Career’

Mark Pope Talks Lismore Concert: ‘The Most Gratifying Thing in My Career’

Mother nature has punished Lismore and its residents too many times of late. Last weekend, the music community gave something back. Local legends Grinspoon, Jon Stevens, Lime Cordiale and Sheppard…

By Lars Brandle - May 18, 2022
Mark Pope Talks Lismore Concert: ‘The Most Gratifying Thing in My Career’

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Mark Pope Talks Lismore Concert: ‘The Most Gratifying Thing in My Career’

Mother nature has punished Lismore and its residents too many times of late. Last weekend, the music community gave something back. Local legends Grinspoon, Jon Stevens, Lime Cordiale and Sheppard…

By Lars Brandle - May 18, 2022
Genesis Owusu Leads 2022 AIR Awards Nominations

Genesis Owusu Leads 2022 AIR Awards Nominations

The Canberra-raised funkmaster scoops a hattrick of nominations at the 2022 AIR Awards, to be held in Adelaide this August.

By Lars Brandle - May 18, 2022
Genesis Owusu Leads 2022 AIR Awards Nominations

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Genesis Owusu Leads 2022 AIR Awards Nominations

The Canberra-raised funkmaster scoops a hattrick of nominations at the 2022 AIR Awards, to be held in Adelaide this August.

By Lars Brandle - May 18, 2022
'We’re Looking at The Curtin Hotel as a Test Case': Music Victoria's Simone Schinkel Talks 'Green Ban'

'We’re Looking at The Curtin Hotel as a Test Case': Music Victoria's Simone Schinkel Talks 'Green Ban'

When the Building Industry Group (BIG) declared a Green Ban last month on the John Curtin Hotel, the historic pub was both secured for future generations to enjoy, and Music Victoria had a victory to…

By Lars Brandle - May 17, 2022
'We’re Looking at The Curtin Hotel as a Test Case': Music Victoria's Simone Schinkel Talks 'Green Ban'

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'We’re Looking at The Curtin Hotel as a Test Case': Music Victoria's Simone Schinkel Talks 'Green Ban'

When the Building Industry Group (BIG) declared a Green Ban last month on the John Curtin Hotel, the historic pub was both secured for future generations to enjoy, and Music Victoria had a victory to…

By Lars Brandle - May 17, 2022
2022 ARIA Awards Set Date

2022 ARIA Awards Set Date

The 2022 ARIA Awards is locked in the calendar. The Australian record industry’s flagship night is set for Nov. 24, with broadcast deals confirmed with Nine Network domestically, and with YouTube for…

By Lars Brandle - May 16, 2022
2022 ARIA Awards Set Date

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2022 ARIA Awards Set Date

The 2022 ARIA Awards is locked in the calendar. The Australian record industry’s flagship night is set for Nov. 24, with broadcast deals confirmed with Nine Network domestically, and with YouTube for…

By Lars Brandle - May 16, 2022
The Kid LAROI Bags Multiple Wins at 2022 Billboard Music Awards

The Kid LAROI Bags Multiple Wins at 2022 Billboard Music Awards

The Kid Laroi dominated the “Song” category, winning top Hot 100 song, top streaming song, top collaboration, and two of five new categories.

By Lars Brandle - May 16, 2022
The Kid LAROI Bags Multiple Wins at 2022 Billboard Music Awards

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The Kid LAROI Bags Multiple Wins at 2022 Billboard Music Awards

The Kid Laroi dominated the “Song” category, winning top Hot 100 song, top streaming song, top collaboration, and two of five new categories.

By Lars Brandle - May 16, 2022
Music SA Appoints Christine Schloithe as Chief Executive

Music SA Appoints Christine Schloithe as Chief Executive

Schloithe slots into the top job at Music SA following the departure of two major players, chair Anne Wiberg and general manager Kim Roberts.

By Lars Brandle - May 13, 2022
Music SA Appoints Christine Schloithe as Chief Executive

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Music SA Appoints Christine Schloithe as Chief Executive

Schloithe slots into the top job at Music SA following the departure of two major players, chair Anne Wiberg and general manager Kim Roberts.

By Lars Brandle - May 13, 2022
Michael Gudinski Posthumously Honoured With Melbourne Achiever Award

Michael Gudinski Posthumously Honoured With Melbourne Achiever Award

Michael Gudinski is still No. 1, this time earning a posthumous plaudits for his immense contribution to Melbourne’s arts and culture scene.

By Lars Brandle - May 12, 2022
Michael Gudinski Posthumously Honoured With Melbourne Achiever Award

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Michael Gudinski Posthumously Honoured With Melbourne Achiever Award

Michael Gudinski is still No. 1, this time earning a posthumous plaudits for his immense contribution to Melbourne’s arts and culture scene.

By Lars Brandle - May 12, 2022
ONErpm Sets Sights on Australia, Taps Rick Butterworth to Lead

ONErpm Sets Sights on Australia, Taps Rick Butterworth to Lead

The recruitment of Butterworth "marks an exciting start to ONErpm’s offerings in the market," explains the company's CEO Emmanuel Zunz.

By Lars Brandle - May 12, 2022
ONErpm Sets Sights on Australia, Taps Rick Butterworth to Lead

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ONErpm Sets Sights on Australia, Taps Rick Butterworth to Lead

The recruitment of Butterworth "marks an exciting start to ONErpm’s offerings in the market," explains the company's CEO Emmanuel Zunz.

By Lars Brandle - May 12, 2022
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