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 Photographer Showcases Global Club Culture in Ibiza Exhibition Featuring KETTAMA, Skepta & More
An Australian photographer is launching an exhibition in Ibiza next month, featuring works capturing KETTAMA, Skepta and more.

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Australian Photographer Showcases Global Club Culture in Ibiza Exhibition Featuring KETTAMA, Skepta & More
An Australian photographer is launching an exhibition in Ibiza next month, featuring works capturing KETTAMA, Skepta and more.

Queenstown's Snow Machine Festival Unveils Complete 2026 Lineup
Queenstown's Snow Machine festival has revealed its final lineup for 2026, with some more major names added to the mix.

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Queenstown's Snow Machine Festival Unveils Complete 2026 Lineup
Queenstown's Snow Machine festival has revealed its final lineup for 2026, with some more major names added to the mix.

Amy Taylor’s Lawyer Speaks After Key Court Hearing in Photographer Dispute
The legal battle between Amyl and the Sniffers' Amy Taylor and US photographer Jamie Nelson has taken a turn.

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Amy Taylor’s Lawyer Speaks After Key Court Hearing in Photographer Dispute
The legal battle between Amyl and the Sniffers' Amy Taylor and US photographer Jamie Nelson has taken a turn.

Taylor Swift Hit With Trademark Lawsuit Over 'The Life of a Showgirl'
A Las Vegas performer has launched a trademark lawsuit against Taylor Swift over the title of her latest album, 'The Life of a Showgirl'.

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Taylor Swift Hit With Trademark Lawsuit Over 'The Life of a Showgirl'
A Las Vegas performer has launched a trademark lawsuit against Taylor Swift over the title of her latest album, 'The Life of a Showgirl'.

Eminem and Australian Brand Swim Shady Trademark Dispute Progresses
Ahead of its first hearing, Australian beach brand Swim Shady has provided an update on its ongoing trademark battle with Eminem.

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Eminem and Australian Brand Swim Shady Trademark Dispute Progresses
Ahead of its first hearing, Australian beach brand Swim Shady has provided an update on its ongoing trademark battle with Eminem.

2026 APRA Awards Nominees Revealed
Some of Australia's biggest names have been nominated at the 2026 APRA Awards, as APRA AMCOS continues its centenary celebrations.

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2026 APRA Awards Nominees Revealed
Some of Australia's biggest names have been nominated at the 2026 APRA Awards, as APRA AMCOS continues its centenary celebrations.

Drake Faces Pushback From UMG in Kendrick Lamar ‘Not Like Us’ Defamation Appeal
Drake’s bid to revive his defamation lawsuit against Kendrick Lamar’s 'Not Like Us' has drawn a rebuttal from Universal Music Group.

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Drake Faces Pushback From UMG in Kendrick Lamar ‘Not Like Us’ Defamation Appeal
Drake’s bid to revive his defamation lawsuit against Kendrick Lamar’s 'Not Like Us' has drawn a rebuttal from Universal Music Group.

Hiatus Kaiyote Announce One-Night-Only 15th Anniversary Concert
Hiatus Kaiyote are set to commemorate their 15th anniversary with a rare, one-night-only Australian performance.

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Hiatus Kaiyote Announce One-Night-Only 15th Anniversary Concert
Hiatus Kaiyote are set to commemorate their 15th anniversary with a rare, one-night-only Australian performance.

Dean Lewis Issues Statement After Dutch Court Rejects Bid to Block Online Allegations
Dean Lewis has spoken publicly after a Dutch court dismissed his attempt to block a woman from making allegations about him online.

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Dean Lewis Issues Statement After Dutch Court Rejects Bid to Block Online Allegations
Dean Lewis has spoken publicly after a Dutch court dismissed his attempt to block a woman from making allegations about him online.

Pop Icon Kylie Minogue to Headline 2026 AFL Grand Final
Kylie Minogue will headline the 2026 AFL Grand Final pre-game show, marking her long-awaited debut on one of Australia’s biggest stages.

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Pop Icon Kylie Minogue to Headline 2026 AFL Grand Final
Kylie Minogue will headline the 2026 AFL Grand Final pre-game show, marking her long-awaited debut on one of Australia’s biggest stages.

Tkay Maidza Returns With New Single 'Must Be'
Tkay Maidza's first solo release in nearly three years, a new single called 'Must Be', has arrived today - listen here.

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Tkay Maidza Returns With New Single 'Must Be'
Tkay Maidza's first solo release in nearly three years, a new single called 'Must Be', has arrived today - listen here.

GYRO Group Expands Into Latin America With Brazil Office Launch
GYRO Group has opened its first physical office in Brazil today, in partnership with leading local operator MusicStream.

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GYRO Group Expands Into Latin America With Brazil Office Launch
GYRO Group has opened its first physical office in Brazil today, in partnership with leading local operator MusicStream.