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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NRL Won't Book Replacement for Grand Final After Tones And I Fallout
Chairman Peter V’landys: 'People come to our game for the game.'

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NRL Won't Book Replacement for Grand Final After Tones And I Fallout
Chairman Peter V’landys: 'People come to our game for the game.'
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Music Victoria Welcomes Labor’s Live Music Commitments, Calls for Stadium Ticket Levy
Music Victoria has welcomed new policy and funding commitments from the State Government aimed at supporting the state’s contemporary music industry.
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Music Victoria Welcomes Labor’s Live Music Commitments, Calls for Stadium Ticket Levy
Music Victoria has welcomed new policy and funding commitments from the State Government aimed at supporting the state’s contemporary music industry.

‘We Need to Standardise the Entry Point’: Oxford Creative Academy Launches New Music Diploma
Oxford Creative Academy founder and CEO Matt O’Connor spoke to The Music Network about their new Diploma and his vision for the future of music industry education.

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‘We Need to Standardise the Entry Point’: Oxford Creative Academy Launches New Music Diploma
Oxford Creative Academy founder and CEO Matt O’Connor spoke to The Music Network about their new Diploma and his vision for the future of music industry education.

Celine Dion, Chris Martin, Keith Urban & More Celebrate John Farnham at Melbourne Tribute
More than 120 artists and musicians came together at Melbourne’s Rod Laver Arena on Sunday night for a major celebration of John Farnham’s career.

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Celine Dion, Chris Martin, Keith Urban & More Celebrate John Farnham at Melbourne Tribute
More than 120 artists and musicians came together at Melbourne’s Rod Laver Arena on Sunday night for a major celebration of John Farnham’s career.

More Than 50 Albums Already Nominated for 2026 Australian Music Prize
Judging for the 2026 Australian Music Prize is nearing the end of its first stage, with more than 500 Australian albums in contention.

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More Than 50 Albums Already Nominated for 2026 Australian Music Prize
Judging for the 2026 Australian Music Prize is nearing the end of its first stage, with more than 500 Australian albums in contention.

Macklemore Pledges $1 Million as Ed Sheeran Tour Fallout Continues
The fallout from Macklemore’s removal from Ed Sheeran’s ‘Loop’ tour has escalated, with the rapper publicly challenging New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft.

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Macklemore Pledges $1 Million as Ed Sheeran Tour Fallout Continues
The fallout from Macklemore’s removal from Ed Sheeran’s ‘Loop’ tour has escalated, with the rapper publicly challenging New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft.

Laufey Signs With Interscope and Verve After Six Years as Independent Artist
Two-time Grammy winner Laufey has signed with Interscope Records and Verve Records.

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Laufey Signs With Interscope and Verve After Six Years as Independent Artist
Two-time Grammy winner Laufey has signed with Interscope Records and Verve Records.

'Creative Work Is the Only Ingredient They Refuse to Pay For': APRA AMCOS Hits Back at OpenAI
APRA AMCOS has hit back at OpenAI over its push for changes to Australian copyright law.

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'Creative Work Is the Only Ingredient They Refuse to Pay For': APRA AMCOS Hits Back at OpenAI
APRA AMCOS has hit back at OpenAI over its push for changes to Australian copyright law.

Live Music Is Becoming a Key Loyalty Tool for Brands, Live Nation Study Shows
According to new research from Live Nation, an overwhelming majority of Australian live music fans would sign up for or switch loyalty programs to access live music perks.

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Live Music Is Becoming a Key Loyalty Tool for Brands, Live Nation Study Shows
According to new research from Live Nation, an overwhelming majority of Australian live music fans would sign up for or switch loyalty programs to access live music perks.

Divine Playhouse Sets Sydney Comeback After Forced Closure
Two months after being forced out of its Kent Street home, the team behind Divine Playhouse has unveiled its next move.

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Divine Playhouse Sets Sydney Comeback After Forced Closure
Two months after being forced out of its Kent Street home, the team behind Divine Playhouse has unveiled its next move.

ICEHOUSE Announce ‘Man of Colours’ Arena Tour for 2027
ICEHOUSE will return to arenas in 2027 for their first headline indoor concert tour in more than two decades, celebrating the 40th anniversary of 'Man of Colours'.

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ICEHOUSE Announce ‘Man of Colours’ Arena Tour for 2027
ICEHOUSE will return to arenas in 2027 for their first headline indoor concert tour in more than two decades, celebrating the 40th anniversary of 'Man of Colours'.

2026 APRA Silver Scroll Finalists Announced
The finalists for the 2026 APRA Silver Scroll Awards | Kaitito Kaiaka have been revealed.

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2026 APRA Silver Scroll Finalists Announced
The finalists for the 2026 APRA Silver Scroll Awards | Kaitito Kaiaka have been revealed.