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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New Commercial Radio Code Critised By ARIA Over Australian Music Quotas
ARIA has criticised ACMA's new code, arguing it is a missed opportunity to strengthen Australian music quotas.

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New Commercial Radio Code Critised By ARIA Over Australian Music Quotas
ARIA has criticised ACMA's new code, arguing it is a missed opportunity to strengthen Australian music quotas.

Chappell Roan Joins Artists Leaving Wasserman Amid Epstein Files Fallout
Chappell Roan is the latest artist to part ways with talent agency Wasserman after Casey Wasserman’s name appeared in the Epstein files.

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Chappell Roan Joins Artists Leaving Wasserman Amid Epstein Files Fallout
Chappell Roan is the latest artist to part ways with talent agency Wasserman after Casey Wasserman’s name appeared in the Epstein files.

Nominations Open for 2026 Sunshine Coast Music Awards
Nominations are now open for the Sunshine Coast Music Awards, which is returning following the success of the inaugural event last year.

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Nominations Open for 2026 Sunshine Coast Music Awards
Nominations are now open for the Sunshine Coast Music Awards, which is returning following the success of the inaugural event last year.

The Paper Kites' Album Shines Bright on Times Square Billboards
The Paper Kites have taken their Australian success global - literally - landing back-to-back billboards in Times Square.

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The Paper Kites' Album Shines Bright on Times Square Billboards
The Paper Kites have taken their Australian success global - literally - landing back-to-back billboards in Times Square.

R&B Festival Promoter Souled Out Enters Voluntary Administration
The company behind R&B music festival Souled Out has gone into voluntary administration with debts reportedly exceeding $1 million.

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R&B Festival Promoter Souled Out Enters Voluntary Administration
The company behind R&B music festival Souled Out has gone into voluntary administration with debts reportedly exceeding $1 million.

Chris Hemsworth Fronts Amazon Super Bowl Ad With INXS on the Soundtrack
A new Super Bowl ad for Amazon’s Alexa+ starring Chris Hemsworth has been soundtracked by INXS’ classic 'Devil Inside.'

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Chris Hemsworth Fronts Amazon Super Bowl Ad With INXS on the Soundtrack
A new Super Bowl ad for Amazon’s Alexa+ starring Chris Hemsworth has been soundtracked by INXS’ classic 'Devil Inside.'

Triple J Unearthed Launches Nine Genre-Focused Programs for 2026
Triple j Unearthed has unveiled its 2026 programming, doubling down on its mission to elevate emerging artists.

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Triple J Unearthed Launches Nine Genre-Focused Programs for 2026
Triple j Unearthed has unveiled its 2026 programming, doubling down on its mission to elevate emerging artists.

Former Sony Music ANZ CEO Next Move Revealed
Ticketek Entertainment Group has unveiled a major evolution of TEG Live, as well as several senior hires including Vanessa Picken.

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Former Sony Music ANZ CEO Next Move Revealed
Ticketek Entertainment Group has unveiled a major evolution of TEG Live, as well as several senior hires including Vanessa Picken.

Special Vinyl Drops Announced for Record Store Day 2026
The veil has been lifted on the enormous first batch of Australian Record Store Day releases, including Empire of the Sun, Ruel, and more.

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Special Vinyl Drops Announced for Record Store Day 2026
The veil has been lifted on the enormous first batch of Australian Record Store Day releases, including Empire of the Sun, Ruel, and more.

Great Southern Nights Returns in 2026 With Over 300 Gigs Across NSW
NSW's Great Southern Nights is set to return in 2026, rolling out a state-wide celebration with more than 300 shows.

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Great Southern Nights Returns in 2026 With Over 300 Gigs Across NSW
NSW's Great Southern Nights is set to return in 2026, rolling out a state-wide celebration with more than 300 shows.

Respected Music Publicist Tracy Zamot Dies Aged 55
Veteran music publicist Tracy Zamot, whose career included Atlantic and Virgin Records, has died at the age of 55.

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Respected Music Publicist Tracy Zamot Dies Aged 55
Veteran music publicist Tracy Zamot, whose career included Atlantic and Virgin Records, has died at the age of 55.

Lorde Joins ‘ICE OUT’ Movement With Over $200,000 Donation
Lorde has added her name to the growing 'ICE OUT' movement, pledging to donate more than $200,000 from recent tour merch sales.

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Lorde Joins ‘ICE OUT’ Movement With Over $200,000 Donation
Lorde has added her name to the growing 'ICE OUT' movement, pledging to donate more than $200,000 from recent tour merch sales.