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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Christopher Gordon to Receive Honour at 2025 Screen Music Awards
Acclaimed Australian composer Christopher Gordon will be honoured at the 2025 Screen Music Awards with a Distinguished Services Award.

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Christopher Gordon to Receive Honour at 2025 Screen Music Awards
Acclaimed Australian composer Christopher Gordon will be honoured at the 2025 Screen Music Awards with a Distinguished Services Award.

Metallica Extend Aussie Lifeblood Drive Following Overwhelming Response
Following an incredible response, Metallica's partnership with Lifeblood encouraging people to donate (and score merch) has been extended.

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Metallica Extend Aussie Lifeblood Drive Following Overwhelming Response
Following an incredible response, Metallica's partnership with Lifeblood encouraging people to donate (and score merch) has been extended.

APRA AMCOS Calls Out Tech Council's 'Smokescreen' on AI Innovation
Tech companies refusing to engage with established licensing pathways is the real barrier to AI innovation, according to APRA AMCOS' CEO.

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APRA AMCOS Calls Out Tech Council's 'Smokescreen' on AI Innovation
Tech companies refusing to engage with established licensing pathways is the real barrier to AI innovation, according to APRA AMCOS' CEO.

Concord Music Publishing ANZ Signs The Belair Lip Bombs
Acclaimed indie-rock band The Belair Lip Bombs have signed a global publishing agreement with Concord Music Publishing ANZ.

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Concord Music Publishing ANZ Signs The Belair Lip Bombs
Acclaimed indie-rock band The Belair Lip Bombs have signed a global publishing agreement with Concord Music Publishing ANZ.

Morgan Evans Partners With Virgin Music Group, Announces New Single
Australian country star Morgan Evans has signed with Virgin Music Group for the next phase of his career, starting with a new single.

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Morgan Evans Partners With Virgin Music Group, Announces New Single
Australian country star Morgan Evans has signed with Virgin Music Group for the next phase of his career, starting with a new single.

APRA AMCOS Announces World-First SongHubs Partnership
APRA AMCOS has announced a major partnership between SongHubs and African counterparts for the inaugural African SongHubs.

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APRA AMCOS Announces World-First SongHubs Partnership
APRA AMCOS has announced a major partnership between SongHubs and African counterparts for the inaugural African SongHubs.

Ausmusic T-Shirt Day Returns With New Look and Major Ambassadors
Ausmusic T-Shirt Day is returning this year, with a bold new creative direction and an all-star ambassador lineup.

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Ausmusic T-Shirt Day Returns With New Look and Major Ambassadors
Ausmusic T-Shirt Day is returning this year, with a bold new creative direction and an all-star ambassador lineup.

Industry Bodies Reject Productivity Commission's AI Proposal: 'It would be devastating'
Music industry bodies have warned the Productivity Commission's proposed changes to the Copyright Act would "devastate" the industry.

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Industry Bodies Reject Productivity Commission's AI Proposal: 'It would be devastating'
Music industry bodies have warned the Productivity Commission's proposed changes to the Copyright Act would "devastate" the industry.

Vanessa Amorosi Opens Up About Secret Trauma Behind Family Feud
In an emotional 60 Minutes interview, Vanessa Amorosi disclosed a long-hidden family secret, revealing how her father’s abuse shaped her.

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Vanessa Amorosi Opens Up About Secret Trauma Behind Family Feud
In an emotional 60 Minutes interview, Vanessa Amorosi disclosed a long-hidden family secret, revealing how her father’s abuse shaped her.

Kylie Minogue Releases Live Album From 2025 'Tension Tour'
Kylie Minogue has released 'Tension Tour//Live 2025', an album from her spectacular 2025 world tour featuring a setlist of classics.

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Kylie Minogue Releases Live Album From 2025 'Tension Tour'
Kylie Minogue has released 'Tension Tour//Live 2025', an album from her spectacular 2025 world tour featuring a setlist of classics.

Baker Boy Reveals Australian Tour Dates
Baker Boy has announced his first Australian headline tour in over two years, showcasing music off his second album 'DJANDJAY'.

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Baker Boy Reveals Australian Tour Dates
Baker Boy has announced his first Australian headline tour in over two years, showcasing music off his second album 'DJANDJAY'.

2025 ARIA Awards Introduces New Festival Category, Nominees Revealed
The nominees for the 2025 ARIA Awards have been named, along with a new category celebrating Australian festivals.

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2025 ARIA Awards Introduces New Festival Category, Nominees Revealed
The nominees for the 2025 ARIA Awards have been named, along with a new category celebrating Australian festivals.