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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Cadillac Announces Major Partnership with Warner Music Australia
Iconic automotive brand Cadillac has announced a new partnership with Warner Music Australia, as it makes its debut Down Under.

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Cadillac Announces Major Partnership with Warner Music Australia
Iconic automotive brand Cadillac has announced a new partnership with Warner Music Australia, as it makes its debut Down Under.

Awesome Black Launch New Initiative Supporting Indigenous Creative Voices
Awesome Black have announced a new initiative designed to support and elevate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander creative voices.

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Awesome Black Launch New Initiative Supporting Indigenous Creative Voices
Awesome Black have announced a new initiative designed to support and elevate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander creative voices.

Major Names Including Kate Miller-Heidke and Rob Collins Throw Support Behind AusArt Day
More than 300 artists and organisations from across Australia are rallying behind the first national AusArt Day, taking place this week.

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Major Names Including Kate Miller-Heidke and Rob Collins Throw Support Behind AusArt Day
More than 300 artists and organisations from across Australia are rallying behind the first national AusArt Day, taking place this week.

Richard Marx to Tour Australia in 2026
Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter and producer Richard Marx has announced a return to Australia for a national tour in 2026.

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Richard Marx to Tour Australia in 2026
Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter and producer Richard Marx has announced a return to Australia for a national tour in 2026.

Delta Goodrem and Jessica Mauboy Among Lineup for Inaugural Mighty Hoopla Australia
Australian pop favourites Delta Goodrem and Jessica Mauboy are among the stacked lineup for the inaugural Mighty Hoopla Australia.

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Delta Goodrem and Jessica Mauboy Among Lineup for Inaugural Mighty Hoopla Australia
Australian pop favourites Delta Goodrem and Jessica Mauboy are among the stacked lineup for the inaugural Mighty Hoopla Australia.

Grammy Award Winning New Zealand Producer Joel Little Tapped for New Rita Ora Album
Rita Ora has been "inspired" by Grammy Award-winning producer Joel Little, so much so, she's tapped him for her next era of music.

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Grammy Award Winning New Zealand Producer Joel Little Tapped for New Rita Ora Album
Rita Ora has been "inspired" by Grammy Award-winning producer Joel Little, so much so, she's tapped him for her next era of music.

Teddy Swims and Manager Luke Conway Speak Out on AI and Artist Rights at SXSW Sydney
Teddy Swims and his manager, Luke Conway, have spoken out on the use of AI in music, stressing the importance of ensuring fair compensation.

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Teddy Swims and Manager Luke Conway Speak Out on AI and Artist Rights at SXSW Sydney
Teddy Swims and his manager, Luke Conway, have spoken out on the use of AI in music, stressing the importance of ensuring fair compensation.

Regional Nightlife Gets the Spotlight With New Grant Program
Regional business groups and organisations in NSW could receive support from the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner thanks to a new grant.

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Regional Nightlife Gets the Spotlight With New Grant Program
Regional business groups and organisations in NSW could receive support from the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner thanks to a new grant.

Sounds Australia to Champion Australian Music at Amsterdam Dance Event 2025
Sounds Australia is gearing up for Amsterdam Dance Event, a two-day event designed to connect Australia with the global EDM industry.

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Sounds Australia to Champion Australian Music at Amsterdam Dance Event 2025
Sounds Australia is gearing up for Amsterdam Dance Event, a two-day event designed to connect Australia with the global EDM industry.

‘Give a Gig’: The Push Launches Campaign to Break Cost Barriers for Young Music Fans
Australian youth music charity The Push has launched a simple campaign as part of AusArt Day, encouraging people to 'Give a Gig'.

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‘Give a Gig’: The Push Launches Campaign to Break Cost Barriers for Young Music Fans
Australian youth music charity The Push has launched a simple campaign as part of AusArt Day, encouraging people to 'Give a Gig'.

'We Never Got Asked Again': Kaiser Chiefs Once Said No to The Rolling Stones
Even rockstars have regrets. For Kaiser Chiefs' Simon Rix, his was saying no to supporting one of the world's most infamous rock bands.

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'We Never Got Asked Again': Kaiser Chiefs Once Said No to The Rolling Stones
Even rockstars have regrets. For Kaiser Chiefs' Simon Rix, his was saying no to supporting one of the world's most infamous rock bands.

The Warratahs Honoured with New Zealand Music Hall of Fame Induction
The Warratahs will be officially inducted into the New Zealand Music Hall of Fame during the 2025 APRA Silver Scroll Awards later this month.

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The Warratahs Honoured with New Zealand Music Hall of Fame Induction
The Warratahs will be officially inducted into the New Zealand Music Hall of Fame during the 2025 APRA Silver Scroll Awards later this month.