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Lauren McNamara

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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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2026 APRA Awards Nominees Revealed

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. 

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 30, 2026
2026 APRA Awards Nominees Revealed

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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. 

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 30, 2026
Drake Faces Pushback From UMG in Kendrick Lamar ‘Not Like Us’ Defamation Appeal

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.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 30, 2026
Drake Faces Pushback From UMG in Kendrick Lamar ‘Not Like Us’ Defamation Appeal

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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.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 30, 2026
Hiatus Kaiyote Announce One-Night-Only 15th Anniversary Concert

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.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 30, 2026
Hiatus Kaiyote Announce One-Night-Only 15th Anniversary Concert

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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.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 30, 2026
Dean Lewis Issues Statement After Dutch Court Rejects Bid to Block Online Allegations

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. 

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 30, 2026
Dean Lewis Issues Statement After Dutch Court Rejects Bid to Block Online Allegations

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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. 

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 30, 2026
Pop Icon Kylie Minogue to Headline 2026 AFL Grand Final

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.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 30, 2026
Pop Icon Kylie Minogue to Headline 2026 AFL Grand Final

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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.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 30, 2026
Tkay Maidza Returns With New Single 'Must Be'

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.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 27, 2026
Tkay Maidza Returns With New Single 'Must Be'

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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.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 27, 2026
GYRO Group Expands Into Latin America With Brazil Office Launch

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.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 27, 2026
GYRO Group Expands Into Latin America With Brazil Office Launch

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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.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 27, 2026
Young Australians Take National Music Plan to Canberra

Young Australians Take National Music Plan to Canberra

The Push has led a new National Plan for Young Australians and Music, calling for stronger national infrastructure.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 26, 2026
Young Australians Take National Music Plan to Canberra

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Young Australians Take National Music Plan to Canberra

The Push has led a new National Plan for Young Australians and Music, calling for stronger national infrastructure.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 26, 2026
Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Pays Tribute to Historic Elton John Tour 40 Years On

Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Pays Tribute to Historic Elton John Tour 40 Years On

The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra is bringing Sir Elton John’s legendary 1986 tour back to life in 'The Music of Elton'.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 26, 2026
Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Pays Tribute to Historic Elton John Tour 40 Years On

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Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Pays Tribute to Historic Elton John Tour 40 Years On

The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra is bringing Sir Elton John’s legendary 1986 tour back to life in 'The Music of Elton'.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 26, 2026
Ticketek Announces Ten-Year Commitment to Dunedin Venues

Ticketek Announces Ten-Year Commitment to Dunedin Venues

Ticketek have committed to a decade of live experiences with a new partnership with Dunedin Venues Management.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 26, 2026
Ticketek Announces Ten-Year Commitment to Dunedin Venues

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Ticketek Announces Ten-Year Commitment to Dunedin Venues

Ticketek have committed to a decade of live experiences with a new partnership with Dunedin Venues Management.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 26, 2026
Massive Bring Me the Horizon Concert Film Hits Australian Cinemas

Massive Bring Me the Horizon Concert Film Hits Australian Cinemas

Bring Me the Horizon have released their long-awaited concert film, 'L.I.V.E. in São Paulo', in Australian cinemas this week.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 26, 2026
Massive Bring Me the Horizon Concert Film Hits Australian Cinemas

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Massive Bring Me the Horizon Concert Film Hits Australian Cinemas

Bring Me the Horizon have released their long-awaited concert film, 'L.I.V.E. in São Paulo', in Australian cinemas this week.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 26, 2026
Robbie Williams Confirms Big-Name Supports for AU/NZ Stadium Tour

Robbie Williams Confirms Big-Name Supports for AU/NZ Stadium Tour

Robbie Williams has revealed the special guests for his upcoming Australian and New Zealand tour - and they're very special indeed.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 26, 2026
Robbie Williams Confirms Big-Name Supports for AU/NZ Stadium Tour

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Robbie Williams Confirms Big-Name Supports for AU/NZ Stadium Tour

Robbie Williams has revealed the special guests for his upcoming Australian and New Zealand tour - and they're very special indeed.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 26, 2026
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