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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Sia and Troye Sivan Back New Youth-Led Music Awards
The details of a new youth-led music awards initiative that just received funding through the Australian Government's Revive Live program have been unveiled.
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Sia and Troye Sivan Back New Youth-Led Music Awards
The details of a new youth-led music awards initiative that just received funding through the Australian Government's Revive Live program have been unveiled.
Afterpay Takes Over Naming Rights for Sydney’s Qudos Bank Arena
One of Australia’s biggest live entertainment venues is preparing for a major transformation, with a new naming rights deal for Sydney’s Qudos Bank Arena as part of a new five-year partnership.
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Afterpay Takes Over Naming Rights for Sydney’s Qudos Bank Arena
One of Australia’s biggest live entertainment venues is preparing for a major transformation, with a new naming rights deal for Sydney’s Qudos Bank Arena as part of a new five-year partnership.
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Tash Sultana Signs Global Recording Deal with BMG
Multi-platinum, globally renowned Australian artist Tash Sultana has signed a exclusive new recording agreement with BMG.
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Tash Sultana Signs Global Recording Deal with BMG
Multi-platinum, globally renowned Australian artist Tash Sultana has signed a exclusive new recording agreement with BMG.

APRA AMCOS Honours Eight Australian Songwriters With Billions Awards
Eight APRA AMCOS members have been newly inducted into the organisation’s prestigious 1,000,000,000 List.

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APRA AMCOS Honours Eight Australian Songwriters With Billions Awards
Eight APRA AMCOS members have been newly inducted into the organisation’s prestigious 1,000,000,000 List.
‘I Wish It Didn’t Exist’: Kita Alexander Calls Out Tall Poppy Syndrome During Darwin School Visit
Kita Alexander, who was among a stellar BASSINTHEGRASS lineup over the weekend, surprised aspiring musicians at a school in Darwin with an impromptu music lesson and chat.
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‘I Wish It Didn’t Exist’: Kita Alexander Calls Out Tall Poppy Syndrome During Darwin School Visit
Kita Alexander, who was among a stellar BASSINTHEGRASS lineup over the weekend, surprised aspiring musicians at a school in Darwin with an impromptu music lesson and chat.

Community Radio Drives $153 Million Into Australia’s Music Economy Annually, Study Finds
Australian community radio stations contribute more than $153 million annually to the national music economy, according to a landmark new study.

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Community Radio Drives $153 Million Into Australia’s Music Economy Annually, Study Finds
Australian community radio stations contribute more than $153 million annually to the national music economy, according to a landmark new study.

Genesis Owusu Reimagines 'Paint It, Black' for Like a Version
Genesis Owusu stopped by triple j’s Like a Version studio on Friday, putting his own brooding spin on 'Paint It, Black' by The Rolling Stones.

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Genesis Owusu Reimagines 'Paint It, Black' for Like a Version
Genesis Owusu stopped by triple j’s Like a Version studio on Friday, putting his own brooding spin on 'Paint It, Black' by The Rolling Stones.

Why DMA’S Rejected the Big-Studio Approach on Their Forthcoming Album
DMA’S have intentionally moved away from the polished production style of their past albums for their upcoming self-titled record. Here's why.

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Why DMA’S Rejected the Big-Studio Approach on Their Forthcoming Album
DMA’S have intentionally moved away from the polished production style of their past albums for their upcoming self-titled record. Here's why.
Peter Noble and Bluesfest Finances Face Liquidator Scrutiny
Liquidators handling the collapse of Bluesfest have reportedly flagged investigations into the festival’s finances and director Peter Noble.
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Peter Noble and Bluesfest Finances Face Liquidator Scrutiny
Liquidators handling the collapse of Bluesfest have reportedly flagged investigations into the festival’s finances and director Peter Noble.
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Ocean Sleeper Sign Global Deal With Rise Records and BMG
Australian metalcore favourites Ocean Sleeper have signed a new global recording deal with Rise Records and BMG.
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Ocean Sleeper Sign Global Deal With Rise Records and BMG
Australian metalcore favourites Ocean Sleeper have signed a new global recording deal with Rise Records and BMG.

Boycott Eurovision Australia Urges Viewers to Turn Off Israel’s Grand Final Set
Boycott Eurovision Australia has renewed its campaign against Israel’s participation in Eurovision, urging Australians to turn off their televisions during Saturday’s Grand Final performance.

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Boycott Eurovision Australia Urges Viewers to Turn Off Israel’s Grand Final Set
Boycott Eurovision Australia has renewed its campaign against Israel’s participation in Eurovision, urging Australians to turn off their televisions during Saturday’s Grand Final performance.

Venue Management Association Welcomes New President
The Venue Management Association has welcomed a new president, who succeeds Phil King following his three-year term.

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Venue Management Association Welcomes New President
The Venue Management Association has welcomed a new president, who succeeds Phil King following his three-year term.