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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Australian Man Caught in Online Casino Lawsuit With Drake and Adin Ross
Rapper Drake, streamer Adin Ross, and an Australian man are facing new allegations in a sweeping federal lawsuit in the US.

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Australian Man Caught in Online Casino Lawsuit With Drake and Adin Ross
Rapper Drake, streamer Adin Ross, and an Australian man are facing new allegations in a sweeping federal lawsuit in the US.

Melanie C, Matt Corby and More Power ABC’s Biggest New Year’s Eve Audience in Years
Melanie C, Matt Corby and a stacked lineup of Australian favourites helped draw nearly five million viewers to ABC’s New Year’s Eve broadcast.

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Melanie C, Matt Corby and More Power ABC’s Biggest New Year’s Eve Audience in Years
Melanie C, Matt Corby and a stacked lineup of Australian favourites helped draw nearly five million viewers to ABC’s New Year’s Eve broadcast.

Amy Taylor Sues US Photographer Over Alleged Unauthorised Sale of Images
Amyl and the Sniffers frontwoman Amy Taylor has sued a US photographer, alleging her image was sold commercially without permission.

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Amy Taylor Sues US Photographer Over Alleged Unauthorised Sale of Images
Amyl and the Sniffers frontwoman Amy Taylor has sued a US photographer, alleging her image was sold commercially without permission.

Music Legends Gather to Attend Gary 'Mani' Mounfield's Funeral
Countless music and sport figures turned out in Manchester on Monday to say a heartfelt farewell to Gary 'Mani' Mounfield.

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Music Legends Gather to Attend Gary 'Mani' Mounfield's Funeral
Countless music and sport figures turned out in Manchester on Monday to say a heartfelt farewell to Gary 'Mani' Mounfield.

Lady Gaga Immortalising 'Harlequin' Live Performance With Concert Film
Lady Gaga is unwrapping a surprise for fans this festive season, announcing the release of 'Lady Gaga in Harlequin Live: One Night Only'.

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Lady Gaga Immortalising 'Harlequin' Live Performance With Concert Film
Lady Gaga is unwrapping a surprise for fans this festive season, announcing the release of 'Lady Gaga in Harlequin Live: One Night Only'.

Flaming Lips’ Matthew Duckworth Kirksey Breaks Silence on Steven Drozd Exit
Matthew Duckworth Kirksey, drummer of the Flaming Lips, has addressed the departure of his longtime band mate Steven Drozd.

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Flaming Lips’ Matthew Duckworth Kirksey Breaks Silence on Steven Drozd Exit
Matthew Duckworth Kirksey, drummer of the Flaming Lips, has addressed the departure of his longtime band mate Steven Drozd.

'The Need Had Been There for a While': Inside Support Act and Live Nation's Tour Mental Health Initiative
Mental health support in touring environments has often been invisible. That’s changing, thanks to a Support Act and Live Nation partnership.

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'The Need Had Been There for a While': Inside Support Act and Live Nation's Tour Mental Health Initiative
Mental health support in touring environments has often been invisible. That’s changing, thanks to a Support Act and Live Nation partnership.

Dom Dolla Draws 40,000 Fans to Landmark Stadium Show
Untitled Group has confirmed over 40,000 people attended Dom Dolla's show at Sydney's Allianz Stadium on Saturday night.

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Dom Dolla Draws 40,000 Fans to Landmark Stadium Show
Untitled Group has confirmed over 40,000 people attended Dom Dolla's show at Sydney's Allianz Stadium on Saturday night.

Jacob Charlton Brings Metal Muscle to ABC's 'Spicks and Specks'
Last night's episode of the ABC's 'Spicks and Specks' featured Thornhill frontman Jacob Charlton, as well as fellow musician Tash Sultana.

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Jacob Charlton Brings Metal Muscle to ABC's 'Spicks and Specks'
Last night's episode of the ABC's 'Spicks and Specks' featured Thornhill frontman Jacob Charlton, as well as fellow musician Tash Sultana.

ARIA Backs Productivity Commission Ruling on Copyright and AI Licensing
ARIA has welcomed the Productivity Commission's final report on copyright and AI licensing, which was presented on Friday.

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ARIA Backs Productivity Commission Ruling on Copyright and AI Licensing
ARIA has welcomed the Productivity Commission's final report on copyright and AI licensing, which was presented on Friday.

Up-And-Coming Pop Artist Robert Baxter Signs With Our Golden Friend
Melbourne-based pop star Robert Baxter has signed to the Our Golden Friend management roster, upon the release of a new single.

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Up-And-Coming Pop Artist Robert Baxter Signs With Our Golden Friend
Melbourne-based pop star Robert Baxter has signed to the Our Golden Friend management roster, upon the release of a new single.

Hugh Jackman Scores AACTA Nomination for Neil Diamond-Inspired 'Song Sung Blue'
Hugh Jackman’s role in the Neil Diamond-inspired 'Song Sung Blue', is among the nominees of the AACTA International Awards, unveiled today.

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Hugh Jackman Scores AACTA Nomination for Neil Diamond-Inspired 'Song Sung Blue'
Hugh Jackman’s role in the Neil Diamond-inspired 'Song Sung Blue', is among the nominees of the AACTA International Awards, unveiled today.