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Lauren McNamara

Joined 2025 • 539 posts
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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Bachelor Girl Recruit Savage Garden's Darren Hayes for Latest 'Artist Sessions' Single

Bachelor Girl Recruit Savage Garden's Darren Hayes for Latest 'Artist Sessions' Single

Bachelor Girl have recruited Savage Garden's Darren Hayes for a rework of 'Blind', the latest single from their forthcoming redux album.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 24, 2026
Bachelor Girl Recruit Savage Garden's Darren Hayes for Latest 'Artist Sessions' Single

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Bachelor Girl Recruit Savage Garden's Darren Hayes for Latest 'Artist Sessions' Single

Bachelor Girl have recruited Savage Garden's Darren Hayes for a rework of 'Blind', the latest single from their forthcoming redux album.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 24, 2026
Spotify Names the Most Streamed Artists, Albums and Songs of All Time

Spotify Names the Most Streamed Artists, Albums and Songs of All Time

Spotify's most streamed artists, albums, and songs of all time have been revealed, in celebration of the platform's 20th anniversary,

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 24, 2026
Spotify Names the Most Streamed Artists, Albums and Songs of All Time

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Spotify Names the Most Streamed Artists, Albums and Songs of All Time

Spotify's most streamed artists, albums, and songs of all time have been revealed, in celebration of the platform's 20th anniversary,

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 24, 2026
Radio Ratings: Listeners Hold Steady as Results Show Modest Shifts

Radio Ratings: Listeners Hold Steady as Results Show Modest Shifts

Modest movements across markets suggest listeners are holding firm despite ongoing talent changes, in the latest GfK radio ratings survey.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 23, 2026
Radio Ratings: Listeners Hold Steady as Results Show Modest Shifts

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Radio Ratings: Listeners Hold Steady as Results Show Modest Shifts

Modest movements across markets suggest listeners are holding firm despite ongoing talent changes, in the latest GfK radio ratings survey.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 23, 2026
VMDO Unveils New Speakers for 2026 Music Data and Insights Summit

VMDO Unveils New Speakers for 2026 Music Data and Insights Summit

The Victorian Music Development Office (VMDO) has unveiled new speakers and sessions for its 2026 Music Data and Insights Summit.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 23, 2026
VMDO Unveils New Speakers for 2026 Music Data and Insights Summit

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VMDO Unveils New Speakers for 2026 Music Data and Insights Summit

The Victorian Music Development Office (VMDO) has unveiled new speakers and sessions for its 2026 Music Data and Insights Summit.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 23, 2026
Warner Chappell Music Doubles Down on India with Direct Publishing Launch

Warner Chappell Music Doubles Down on India with Direct Publishing Launch

Warner Chappell Music has established direct operations in India, marking a shift from its previous sub-publishing model.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 22, 2026
Warner Chappell Music Doubles Down on India with Direct Publishing Launch

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Warner Chappell Music Doubles Down on India with Direct Publishing Launch

Warner Chappell Music has established direct operations in India, marking a shift from its previous sub-publishing model.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 22, 2026
Heath Mawson Joins Ticketek Entertainment Group

Heath Mawson Joins Ticketek Entertainment Group

Heath Mawson, who previously served as the director of strategic partnerships (APAC) for INVNT, has joined Ticketek Entertainment Group.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 22, 2026
Heath Mawson Joins Ticketek Entertainment Group

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Heath Mawson Joins Ticketek Entertainment Group

Heath Mawson, who previously served as the director of strategic partnerships (APAC) for INVNT, has joined Ticketek Entertainment Group.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 22, 2026
Pressure Grows for Local Scrutiny Following Live Nation US Monopoly Verdict

Pressure Grows for Local Scrutiny Following Live Nation US Monopoly Verdict

Pressure is mounting for regulators to scrutinise Live Nation’s market power in Australia following a landmark US antitrust verdict.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 22, 2026
Pressure Grows for Local Scrutiny Following Live Nation US Monopoly Verdict

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Pressure Grows for Local Scrutiny Following Live Nation US Monopoly Verdict

Pressure is mounting for regulators to scrutinise Live Nation’s market power in Australia following a landmark US antitrust verdict.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 22, 2026
POOF DOOF Launches Record Label to Amplify Queer Voices

POOF DOOF Launches Record Label to Amplify Queer Voices

Australian queer nightclub and events brand POOF DOOF has launched its very own record label, designed to amplify queer voices.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 22, 2026
POOF DOOF Launches Record Label to Amplify Queer Voices

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POOF DOOF Launches Record Label to Amplify Queer Voices

Australian queer nightclub and events brand POOF DOOF has launched its very own record label, designed to amplify queer voices.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 22, 2026
2026 AAM Awards: Manager of the Year Finalists on Touring, Talent and Industry Change

2026 AAM Awards: Manager of the Year Finalists on Touring, Talent and Industry Change

The Music Network spoke with the 2026 AAM Awards' Manager of the Year finalists about industry challenges, the future of talent, and more.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 21, 2026
2026 AAM Awards: Manager of the Year Finalists on Touring, Talent and Industry Change

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2026 AAM Awards: Manager of the Year Finalists on Touring, Talent and Industry Change

The Music Network spoke with the 2026 AAM Awards' Manager of the Year finalists about industry challenges, the future of talent, and more.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 21, 2026
Blur's Alex James Announces Australian Run of 'Britpop Classical' Tour

Blur's Alex James Announces Australian Run of 'Britpop Classical' Tour

Blur's Alex James is bringing his 'Britpop Classical' tour Down Under later this year, kicking off in November.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 20, 2026
Blur's Alex James Announces Australian Run of 'Britpop Classical' Tour

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Blur's Alex James Announces Australian Run of 'Britpop Classical' Tour

Blur's Alex James is bringing his 'Britpop Classical' tour Down Under later this year, kicking off in November.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 20, 2026
Iron Maiden to Miss Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Ceremony Because of ANZ Tour

Iron Maiden to Miss Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Ceremony Because of ANZ Tour

Iron Maiden will skip their Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony this year, citing a clash with their scheduled tour of ANZ.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 20, 2026
Iron Maiden to Miss Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Ceremony Because of ANZ Tour

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Iron Maiden to Miss Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Ceremony Because of ANZ Tour

Iron Maiden will skip their Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony this year, citing a clash with their scheduled tour of ANZ.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 20, 2026
Keith Urban Crowns Inaugural Rising Star Scholarship Winner

Keith Urban Crowns Inaugural Rising Star Scholarship Winner

The winner of Keith Urban's Rising Star Scholarship - which offers career-defining access to Nashville - has been revealed.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 20, 2026
Keith Urban Crowns Inaugural Rising Star Scholarship Winner

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Keith Urban Crowns Inaugural Rising Star Scholarship Winner

The winner of Keith Urban's Rising Star Scholarship - which offers career-defining access to Nashville - has been revealed.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 20, 2026
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