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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Vampr and Global Producer Lollies Launch 'Flip This Loop' Competition
Vampr has partnered with acclaimed songwriter, producer, and composer Lollies to launch 'Flip This Loop', a global music competition.
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Vampr and Global Producer Lollies Launch 'Flip This Loop' Competition
Vampr has partnered with acclaimed songwriter, producer, and composer Lollies to launch 'Flip This Loop', a global music competition.
Stray Kids Surpass BTS, Linkin Park with Seventh Billboard No. 1
Powerhouse K-pop Stray Kids have made history, achieving their seventh No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart with "Karma".
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Stray Kids Surpass BTS, Linkin Park with Seventh Billboard No. 1
Powerhouse K-pop Stray Kids have made history, achieving their seventh No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart with "Karma".
Fuzzy and Elrow Unite for Massive Bondi Beach NYE Festival
Fuzzy has teamed up with European entertainment brand elrow for its highly anticipated Bondi Beach New Year's Eve festival.
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Fuzzy and Elrow Unite for Massive Bondi Beach NYE Festival
Fuzzy has teamed up with European entertainment brand elrow for its highly anticipated Bondi Beach New Year's Eve festival.
New World Artists Signs 14-Year-Old Aussie Artist
14-year-old artist Maple's Pet Dinosaur has been signed by New World Artists for exclusive live touring across Australia and New Zealand.
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New World Artists Signs 14-Year-Old Aussie Artist
14-year-old artist Maple's Pet Dinosaur has been signed by New World Artists for exclusive live touring across Australia and New Zealand.
Historic Record Store Marbecks Says Goodbye to its Shopfront
One of Auckland's most iconic record stores, Marbecks, is closing its physical doors after more than nine decades.
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Historic Record Store Marbecks Says Goodbye to its Shopfront
One of Auckland's most iconic record stores, Marbecks, is closing its physical doors after more than nine decades.
Snoop Dogg Addresses Same-Sex Couple Remarks Amid Debate Over AFL Grand Final Booking
Snoop Dogg has addressed his same-sex couple remarks amid debate over his appearance at the AFL Grand Final.
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Snoop Dogg Addresses Same-Sex Couple Remarks Amid Debate Over AFL Grand Final Booking
Snoop Dogg has addressed his same-sex couple remarks amid debate over his appearance at the AFL Grand Final.
Former Triple J Host Ash McGregor Joins G.Y.R.O. as Company Rebrands
Former triple j host Ash McGregor has joined GYRO.Group's rebranded distribution platform G.Y.R.O. - Get.Your.Record.Out.
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Former Triple J Host Ash McGregor Joins G.Y.R.O. as Company Rebrands
Former triple j host Ash McGregor has joined GYRO.Group's rebranded distribution platform G.Y.R.O. - Get.Your.Record.Out.
SXSW Sydney Supercharges Program with Over 50 Artists and Industry Leaders
Over 50 artists and industry leaders have been added to the SXSW Sydney 2025 music program, including both local and global talent.
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SXSW Sydney Supercharges Program with Over 50 Artists and Industry Leaders
Over 50 artists and industry leaders have been added to the SXSW Sydney 2025 music program, including both local and global talent.
Details Revealed About Bondi's New Year's Eve Festival
The first details have emerged about Fuzzy's New Year's Eve festival set for Sydney's iconic Bondi Beach.
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Details Revealed About Bondi's New Year's Eve Festival
The first details have emerged about Fuzzy's New Year's Eve festival set for Sydney's iconic Bondi Beach.
Kaiit's Top Three Rising Australian R&B Stars
Ahead of BIGSOUND, R&B singer-songwriter Kaiit has shared the up-and-coming artists she would most love to see on a future lineup.
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Kaiit's Top Three Rising Australian R&B Stars
Ahead of BIGSOUND, R&B singer-songwriter Kaiit has shared the up-and-coming artists she would most love to see on a future lineup.
16-year-old DRIZZZ Wins Triple J Unearthed High
16-year-old hip-hop artist DRIZZZ has been crowned the winner of triple j's 2025 Unearthed High competition.
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16-year-old DRIZZZ Wins Triple J Unearthed High
16-year-old hip-hop artist DRIZZZ has been crowned the winner of triple j's 2025 Unearthed High competition.
NSW Government Rolls Out Live Performance Venue Grants
The NSW Government has expanded its Live Performance Venue Grant Program, encouraging hospitality venues to diversify their live offerings.
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NSW Government Rolls Out Live Performance Venue Grants
The NSW Government has expanded its Live Performance Venue Grant Program, encouraging hospitality venues to diversify their live offerings.