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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The Rolling Stones Deny Involvement in Licensing of ‘Gimme Shelter’ for 'Melania' Documentary
The Rolling Stones have denied approving the use of their song 'Gimme Shelter' in the upcoming Melania documentary.
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The Rolling Stones Deny Involvement in Licensing of ‘Gimme Shelter’ for 'Melania' Documentary
The Rolling Stones have denied approving the use of their song 'Gimme Shelter' in the upcoming Melania documentary.
ABC Names New 'Saturday Night Country' Host Following Beccy Cole Department
ABC Country has revealed the new host of Saturday Night Country, following the departure of Beccy Cole - whose final show is this weekend.
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ABC Names New 'Saturday Night Country' Host Following Beccy Cole Department
ABC Country has revealed the new host of Saturday Night Country, following the departure of Beccy Cole - whose final show is this weekend.
Melbourne's Marvel Stadium Welcomes Ed Sheeran With New Mural
After being named honorary co-Mayor of Ipswich earlier this week, Ed Sheeran has now received another Australian tribute.
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Melbourne's Marvel Stadium Welcomes Ed Sheeran With New Mural
After being named honorary co-Mayor of Ipswich earlier this week, Ed Sheeran has now received another Australian tribute.
Cherry Bar Owner Steps Away Following Anti-Protest Post
Cherry Bar's owner James Young has 'stepped away' from the company after a social media post was denounced by his business partners.
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Cherry Bar Owner Steps Away Following Anti-Protest Post
Cherry Bar's owner James Young has 'stepped away' from the company after a social media post was denounced by his business partners.
Queensland's Solbar Announces Permanent Closure After Two Decades
Iconic Sunshine Coast venue Solbar has announced it is closing its doors permanently this weekend after 20 years of business.
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Queensland's Solbar Announces Permanent Closure After Two Decades
Iconic Sunshine Coast venue Solbar has announced it is closing its doors permanently this weekend after 20 years of business.
Revolver Bookkeeper Accused of Misappropriating Nearly $4.5 Million from Nightclub
The owner of the iconic Melbourne nightclub Revolver, Camillo Ippoliti, has filed civil proceedings against his bookkeeper.
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Revolver Bookkeeper Accused of Misappropriating Nearly $4.5 Million from Nightclub
The owner of the iconic Melbourne nightclub Revolver, Camillo Ippoliti, has filed civil proceedings against his bookkeeper.
Ed Sheeran Makes Surprise Ipswich Visit, Receives Honorary Co-Mayor Title
Ahead of three sold-out Brisbane stadium shows, Ed Sheeran visited the nearby Ipswich, where he was named an honorary co-Mayor.
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Ed Sheeran Makes Surprise Ipswich Visit, Receives Honorary Co-Mayor Title
Ahead of three sold-out Brisbane stadium shows, Ed Sheeran visited the nearby Ipswich, where he was named an honorary co-Mayor.
Fan Engagement Platform Tradable Bits Welcomes New APAC General Manager
Tradable Bits, a fan engagement and data company, has hired a new General Manager for the Asia-Pacific region.
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Fan Engagement Platform Tradable Bits Welcomes New APAC General Manager
Tradable Bits, a fan engagement and data company, has hired a new General Manager for the Asia-Pacific region.
Association of Artist Managers Names 2026 Legacy Award Recipient
The recipient of the 2026 AAM Awards Legacy Award, which honours an individual's contributions to Australian music, has been named.
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Association of Artist Managers Names 2026 Legacy Award Recipient
The recipient of the 2026 AAM Awards Legacy Award, which honours an individual's contributions to Australian music, has been named.
Screen Australia Backs Tina Arena, Amy Taylor Documentaries
Documentaries about Tina Arena and Amy Taylor are among a collective receiving a combined $5.6 million from Screen Australia.
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Screen Australia Backs Tina Arena, Amy Taylor Documentaries
Documentaries about Tina Arena and Amy Taylor are among a collective receiving a combined $5.6 million from Screen Australia.
Groovin the Moo Announces Lineup for 2026 Comeback
Groovin the Moo has unveiled the lineup for its special one-off 2026 event, marking the festival’s return after a two-year hiatus.
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Groovin the Moo Announces Lineup for 2026 Comeback
Groovin the Moo has unveiled the lineup for its special one-off 2026 event, marking the festival’s return after a two-year hiatus.
Cherry Bar Owner Says Weekend Protests Are Killing Live Music in Melbourne
Over the weekend, Cherry Bar's owner James Young took to Facebook to say the ongoing demonstrations have turned patrons away.
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Cherry Bar Owner Says Weekend Protests Are Killing Live Music in Melbourne
Over the weekend, Cherry Bar's owner James Young took to Facebook to say the ongoing demonstrations have turned patrons away.