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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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.
Melbourne to Host Live 'Romeo + Juliet' Experience
Baz Luhrmann's 'Romeo + Juliet' is coming to Melbourne's Astor Theatre next month, framed by a live choir and band.
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Melbourne to Host Live 'Romeo + Juliet' Experience
Baz Luhrmann's 'Romeo + Juliet' is coming to Melbourne's Astor Theatre next month, framed by a live choir and band.
Hatchie Shares Her Brisbane Hit-List Ahead of BIGSOUND 2025
Beloved Brisbane artist Hatchie has shared her top recommendations for punters heading to BIGSOUND next month.
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Hatchie Shares Her Brisbane Hit-List Ahead of BIGSOUND 2025
Beloved Brisbane artist Hatchie has shared her top recommendations for punters heading to BIGSOUND next month.
Keith Urban Teams with Tamworth Festival for Rising Star Scholarship
Keith Urban has announced the Rising Star Scholarship in partnership with the Tamworth Country Music Festival.
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Keith Urban Teams with Tamworth Festival for Rising Star Scholarship
Keith Urban has announced the Rising Star Scholarship in partnership with the Tamworth Country Music Festival.
Bad Apples Music Celebrates Tenth Anniversary at Amazon's 'Blak Loud' Showcase
Amazon Music Australia and Awesome Black's Blak Loud showcase has celebrated Bad Apples Music's tenth anniversary and industry contribution.
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Bad Apples Music Celebrates Tenth Anniversary at Amazon's 'Blak Loud' Showcase
Amazon Music Australia and Awesome Black's Blak Loud showcase has celebrated Bad Apples Music's tenth anniversary and industry contribution.