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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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VMDO’s Music Data and Insights Summit Returns to Melbourne with Global Keynote

VMDO’s Music Data and Insights Summit Returns to Melbourne with Global Keynote

The Victorian Music Development Office (VMDO) is bringing its Music Data and Insights Summit back for another year.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 10, 2026
VMDO’s Music Data and Insights Summit Returns to Melbourne with Global Keynote

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VMDO’s Music Data and Insights Summit Returns to Melbourne with Global Keynote

The Victorian Music Development Office (VMDO) is bringing its Music Data and Insights Summit back for another year.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 10, 2026
Noah Kahan Is Returning to Australia & New Zealand in 2026

Noah Kahan Is Returning to Australia & New Zealand in 2026

Noah Kahan is taking 'The Great Divide' on the road, confirming a five-show Australia and New Zealand arena tour for later this year.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 9, 2026
Noah Kahan Is Returning to Australia & New Zealand in 2026

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Noah Kahan Is Returning to Australia & New Zealand in 2026

Noah Kahan is taking 'The Great Divide' on the road, confirming a five-show Australia and New Zealand arena tour for later this year.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 9, 2026
Sydney's City Recital Hall Welcomes New Director of Programming and Events

Sydney's City Recital Hall Welcomes New Director of Programming and Events

Sydney's City Recital Hall has appointed Philippa Martin Reiter as its new director of programming and events, who will lead a merged team.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 9, 2026
Sydney's City Recital Hall Welcomes New Director of Programming and Events

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Sydney's City Recital Hall Welcomes New Director of Programming and Events

Sydney's City Recital Hall has appointed Philippa Martin Reiter as its new director of programming and events, who will lead a merged team.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 9, 2026
Record Store Day to Take Over Indie Stores with Live Sets from Hermitude, Kee'ahn & More

Record Store Day to Take Over Indie Stores with Live Sets from Hermitude, Kee'ahn & More

Record Store Day is just around the corner, with live in-store performances set to take place across the country.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 9, 2026
Record Store Day to Take Over Indie Stores with Live Sets from Hermitude, Kee'ahn & More

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Record Store Day to Take Over Indie Stores with Live Sets from Hermitude, Kee'ahn & More

Record Store Day is just around the corner, with live in-store performances set to take place across the country.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 9, 2026
APRA AMCOS’ Dean Ormston Joins Government Cultural Policy Advisory Group

APRA AMCOS’ Dean Ormston Joins Government Cultural Policy Advisory Group

APRA AMCOS CEO Dean Ormston is one of several industry leaders who will help shape the country's new National Cultural Policy.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 8, 2026
APRA AMCOS’ Dean Ormston Joins Government Cultural Policy Advisory Group

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APRA AMCOS’ Dean Ormston Joins Government Cultural Policy Advisory Group

APRA AMCOS CEO Dean Ormston is one of several industry leaders who will help shape the country's new National Cultural Policy.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 8, 2026
Universal Music Group Confirms 'Unsolicited' Takeover Bid from Pershing Square Capital Management

Universal Music Group Confirms 'Unsolicited' Takeover Bid from Pershing Square Capital Management

Universal Music Group has confirmed it received an "unsolicited and non-binding" takeover bid from Pershing Square Capital Management. 

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 8, 2026
Universal Music Group Confirms 'Unsolicited' Takeover Bid from Pershing Square Capital Management

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Universal Music Group Confirms 'Unsolicited' Takeover Bid from Pershing Square Capital Management

Universal Music Group has confirmed it received an "unsolicited and non-binding" takeover bid from Pershing Square Capital Management. 

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 8, 2026
Jason Derulo Adds Australian Dates to 2026 World Tour

Jason Derulo Adds Australian Dates to 2026 World Tour

Jason Derulo's forthcoming tour will showcase his biggest hits as well as his latest album, 'The Last Dance (Part 1)'.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 8, 2026
Jason Derulo Adds Australian Dates to 2026 World Tour

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Jason Derulo Adds Australian Dates to 2026 World Tour

Jason Derulo's forthcoming tour will showcase his biggest hits as well as his latest album, 'The Last Dance (Part 1)'.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 8, 2026
Matt Corby Announces Australian Tour Ahead of New Album Release

Matt Corby Announces Australian Tour Ahead of New Album Release

Matt Corby has announced an Australian tour, set for later this year, in support of his fourth studio album 'Tragic Magic'.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 8, 2026
Matt Corby Announces Australian Tour Ahead of New Album Release

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Matt Corby Announces Australian Tour Ahead of New Album Release

Matt Corby has announced an Australian tour, set for later this year, in support of his fourth studio album 'Tragic Magic'.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 8, 2026
Joel Fletcher Teams Up with Ditto Music to Scale Black Listed Records

Joel Fletcher Teams Up with Ditto Music to Scale Black Listed Records

Australian DJ and producer Joel Fletcher has launched a new joint venture between Black Listed Records and Ditto Music.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 7, 2026
Joel Fletcher Teams Up with Ditto Music to Scale Black Listed Records

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Joel Fletcher Teams Up with Ditto Music to Scale Black Listed Records

Australian DJ and producer Joel Fletcher has launched a new joint venture between Black Listed Records and Ditto Music.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 7, 2026
Camp Cope Bassist Details New Book Featuring Amy Taylor, Julia Jacklin & More

Camp Cope Bassist Details New Book Featuring Amy Taylor, Julia Jacklin & More

Camp Cope's Kelly-Dawn Hellmrich is amplifying the voices that helped change Australian music, with her first book.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 2, 2026
Camp Cope Bassist Details New Book Featuring Amy Taylor, Julia Jacklin & More

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Camp Cope Bassist Details New Book Featuring Amy Taylor, Julia Jacklin & More

Camp Cope's Kelly-Dawn Hellmrich is amplifying the voices that helped change Australian music, with her first book.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 2, 2026
FISHER Collabs With Tones and I for Festival-Ready Single 'Favour'

FISHER Collabs With Tones and I for Festival-Ready Single 'Favour'

Ahead of his OUT 2 LUNCH Festival next month, FISHER has teamed up with Tones and I on a new single, 'Favour'.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 2, 2026
FISHER Collabs With Tones and I for Festival-Ready Single 'Favour'

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FISHER Collabs With Tones and I for Festival-Ready Single 'Favour'

Ahead of his OUT 2 LUNCH Festival next month, FISHER has teamed up with Tones and I on a new single, 'Favour'.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 2, 2026
The Temper Trap Announce Fourth Studio Album, Share Title Track

The Temper Trap Announce Fourth Studio Album, Share Title Track

After a decade between albums, The Temper Trap are officially back with 'Sungazer', due for release on July 10th.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 2, 2026
The Temper Trap Announce Fourth Studio Album, Share Title Track

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The Temper Trap Announce Fourth Studio Album, Share Title Track

After a decade between albums, The Temper Trap are officially back with 'Sungazer', due for release on July 10th.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 2, 2026
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