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Lauren McNamara

Lauren McNamara is a Sydney-based journalist covering music, film, TV, media and pop culture. She began writing for Vinyl Media in mid-2025 and joined the team full time in August 2026. 

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Australian Artists James Johnston and BOY SODA Gain Ground Overseas

Australian Artists James Johnston and BOY SODA Gain Ground Overseas

James Johnston and BOY SODA are flying the flag for Australian music overseas, with both artists reaching new international milestones.

By Lauren McNamara - 1 hour ago
Australian Artists James Johnston and BOY SODA Gain Ground Overseas

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Australian Artists James Johnston and BOY SODA Gain Ground Overseas

James Johnston and BOY SODA are flying the flag for Australian music overseas, with both artists reaching new international milestones.

By Lauren McNamara - 1 hour ago
Kate Miller-Heidke Says Ageism Is ‘Deeply Entrenched’ in Australian Music

Kate Miller-Heidke Says Ageism Is ‘Deeply Entrenched’ in Australian Music

Kate Miller-Heidke has called out ageism facing women in Australian music, as she and Tina Arena reflect on the challenges they have encountered over the years.

By Lauren McNamara - 3 hours ago
Kate Miller-Heidke Says Ageism Is ‘Deeply Entrenched’ in Australian Music

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Kate Miller-Heidke Says Ageism Is ‘Deeply Entrenched’ in Australian Music

Kate Miller-Heidke has called out ageism facing women in Australian music, as she and Tina Arena reflect on the challenges they have encountered over the years.

By Lauren McNamara - 3 hours ago
ARIA Introduces New Chart Rules for AI-Generated Music

ARIA Introduces New Chart Rules for AI-Generated Music

ARIA has today updated its Charts Code of Practice to exclude wholly AI-generated recordings from the Australian Charts.

By Lauren McNamara - 5 hours ago
ARIA Introduces New Chart Rules for AI-Generated Music

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ARIA Introduces New Chart Rules for AI-Generated Music

ARIA has today updated its Charts Code of Practice to exclude wholly AI-generated recordings from the Australian Charts.

By Lauren McNamara - 5 hours ago
BIGSOUND Locks In Final Program for 25th Anniversary

BIGSOUND Locks In Final Program for 25th Anniversary

BIGSOUND has locked in new showcases, industry events and international delegations ahead of its 25th anniversary next week.

By Lauren McNamara - 4 hours ago
BIGSOUND Locks In Final Program for 25th Anniversary

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BIGSOUND Locks In Final Program for 25th Anniversary

BIGSOUND has locked in new showcases, industry events and international delegations ahead of its 25th anniversary next week.

By Lauren McNamara - 4 hours ago
TEG Dismantles Country Music Team Six Months After Launch

TEG Dismantles Country Music Team Six Months After Launch

TEG has dismantled the team behind its country music division just six months after announcing plans to expand its presence in the booming genre.

By Lauren McNamara - Aug 23, 2026
TEG Dismantles Country Music Team Six Months After Launch

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TEG Dismantles Country Music Team Six Months After Launch

TEG has dismantled the team behind its country music division just six months after announcing plans to expand its presence in the booming genre.

By Lauren McNamara - Aug 23, 2026
NSW Live Music Venues Share in $3.8M Funding Boost

NSW Live Music Venues Share in $3.8M Funding Boost

Thirty-three metropolitan and regional venues have received funding through the latest round of the NSW Government’s Venue Upgrade Grants.

By Lauren McNamara - Aug 23, 2026
NSW Live Music Venues Share in $3.8M Funding Boost

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NSW Live Music Venues Share in $3.8M Funding Boost

Thirty-three metropolitan and regional venues have received funding through the latest round of the NSW Government’s Venue Upgrade Grants.

By Lauren McNamara - Aug 23, 2026
Anna Lunoe Signs Worldwide Publishing Deal With BMG

Anna Lunoe Signs Worldwide Publishing Deal With BMG

Anna Lunoe has signed an exclusive worldwide publishing agreement with BMG.

By Lauren McNamara - Aug 19, 2026
Anna Lunoe Signs Worldwide Publishing Deal With BMG

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Anna Lunoe Signs Worldwide Publishing Deal With BMG

Anna Lunoe has signed an exclusive worldwide publishing agreement with BMG.

By Lauren McNamara - Aug 19, 2026
Morgan Evans Named New ‘Australian Idol’ Judge

Morgan Evans Named New ‘Australian Idol’ Judge

Country star Morgan Evans is joining the 'Australian Idol' judging panel for 2027, replacing former judge Kyle Sandilands.

By Lauren McNamara - Aug 19, 2026
Morgan Evans Named New ‘Australian Idol’ Judge

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Morgan Evans Named New ‘Australian Idol’ Judge

Country star Morgan Evans is joining the 'Australian Idol' judging panel for 2027, replacing former judge Kyle Sandilands.

By Lauren McNamara - Aug 19, 2026
ARIA Awards Lock in 2026 Date and Venue for 40th Anniversary Celebration

ARIA Awards Lock in 2026 Date and Venue for 40th Anniversary Celebration

The ARIA Awards will mark four decades of celebrating Australian music when the ceremony returns to Sydney this November.The 2026 ARIA Awards will take place at the Hordern Pavilion on Wednesday,…

By Lauren McNamara - Aug 18, 2026
ARIA Awards Lock in 2026 Date and Venue for 40th Anniversary Celebration

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ARIA Awards Lock in 2026 Date and Venue for 40th Anniversary Celebration

The ARIA Awards will mark four decades of celebrating Australian music when the ceremony returns to Sydney this November.The 2026 ARIA Awards will take place at the Hordern Pavilion on Wednesday,…

By Lauren McNamara - Aug 18, 2026
Velvet Trip Signs Global Publishing Deal With BMG

Velvet Trip Signs Global Publishing Deal With BMG

The new publishing deal follows a significant 12 months for Velvet Trip, with the release of his second album 'Glimmers Continued' earlier this year.

By Lauren McNamara - Aug 18, 2026
Velvet Trip Signs Global Publishing Deal With BMG

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Velvet Trip Signs Global Publishing Deal With BMG

The new publishing deal follows a significant 12 months for Velvet Trip, with the release of his second album 'Glimmers Continued' earlier this year.

By Lauren McNamara - Aug 18, 2026
Award-Winning Producer Rob Amoruso Extends Publishing Deal With Mushroom Music

Award-Winning Producer Rob Amoruso Extends Publishing Deal With Mushroom Music

Award-winning Melbourne-based songwriter and producer Rob Amoruso has extended his publishing deal with Mushroom Music.

By Lauren McNamara - Aug 17, 2026
Award-Winning Producer Rob Amoruso Extends Publishing Deal With Mushroom Music

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Award-Winning Producer Rob Amoruso Extends Publishing Deal With Mushroom Music

Award-winning Melbourne-based songwriter and producer Rob Amoruso has extended his publishing deal with Mushroom Music.

By Lauren McNamara - Aug 17, 2026
Jessie Parker Steps Down as Laneway Festival Director After 17 Years

Jessie Parker Steps Down as Laneway Festival Director After 17 Years

Laneway's General Manager and Festival Director Jessie Parker has announced she is stepping down after 17 years with the long-running Australian music festival.

By Lauren McNamara - Aug 17, 2026
Jessie Parker Steps Down as Laneway Festival Director After 17 Years

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Jessie Parker Steps Down as Laneway Festival Director After 17 Years

Laneway's General Manager and Festival Director Jessie Parker has announced she is stepping down after 17 years with the long-running Australian music festival.

By Lauren McNamara - Aug 17, 2026
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