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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ARIA Brings Back Membership Inclusion Programme
ARIA is opening its doors to a new group of independent labels and music companies through the return of its Membership Inclusion Programme.

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ARIA Brings Back Membership Inclusion Programme
ARIA is opening its doors to a new group of independent labels and music companies through the return of its Membership Inclusion Programme.

Laneway Festival to Scale Back Australian Run in 2027
Laneway Festival has announced some changes for its Australian run in 2027, with two cities set to miss out.

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Laneway Festival to Scale Back Australian Run in 2027
Laneway Festival has announced some changes for its Australian run in 2027, with two cities set to miss out.

'Everyone Wants to Be Known for Something': Local Artist Jael Is Finding Her Niche in the UK Music Scene
Ahead of the release of her debut EP 'Mama Says', we caught up with Congolese-Australian singer-songwriter Jael.

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'Everyone Wants to Be Known for Something': Local Artist Jael Is Finding Her Niche in the UK Music Scene
Ahead of the release of her debut EP 'Mama Says', we caught up with Congolese-Australian singer-songwriter Jael.

Sydney's Divine Playhouse Has Had its Lease Terminated
New Sydney live music venue Divine Playhouse's run is officially over.

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Sydney's Divine Playhouse Has Had its Lease Terminated
New Sydney live music venue Divine Playhouse's run is officially over.
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'MJ the Musical' Takes Its Final Australian Bow
After 67 weeks, 532 performances and more than 875,000 audience members, 'MJ the Musical' has officially wrapped its Australian tour.
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'MJ the Musical' Takes Its Final Australian Bow
After 67 weeks, 532 performances and more than 875,000 audience members, 'MJ the Musical' has officially wrapped its Australian tour.

BIGSOUND Officially Launches 2026 Program at Brisbane Event
BIGSOUND officially unveiled its 2026 program at a launch event in Fortitude Valley on Wednesday night.

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BIGSOUND Officially Launches 2026 Program at Brisbane Event
BIGSOUND officially unveiled its 2026 program at a launch event in Fortitude Valley on Wednesday night.

2026 Art Music Awards Finalists Announced
This year's Art Music Awards feature 15 categories spanning composition, performance, music education, sound art and experimental practice.

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2026 Art Music Awards Finalists Announced
This year's Art Music Awards feature 15 categories spanning composition, performance, music education, sound art and experimental practice.

Sydney Venue Divine Playhouse Forced to Close After a Week
New Sydney live venue Divine Playhouse has been forced to close just eight days after opening.

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Sydney Venue Divine Playhouse Forced to Close After a Week
New Sydney live venue Divine Playhouse has been forced to close just eight days after opening.

APRA AMCOS and ARIA Welcome Albanese's Stand on AI and Copyright
Several industry organisations have welcomed a major speech from Albanese reaffirming his commitment to Australian creators.

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APRA AMCOS and ARIA Welcome Albanese's Stand on AI and Copyright
Several industry organisations have welcomed a major speech from Albanese reaffirming his commitment to Australian creators.

BIGSOUND Marks 25th Anniversary With Biggest-Ever Artist Support Package
Every act on the BIGSOUND 100 will receive increased financial support this year, as QMusic marks the event's 25th anniversary.

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BIGSOUND Marks 25th Anniversary With Biggest-Ever Artist Support Package
Every act on the BIGSOUND 100 will receive increased financial support this year, as QMusic marks the event's 25th anniversary.

Music Victoria Opens 2026 Music Works Funding Round
Victorian artists, music workers and businesses can now apply for up to $40,000 as the state government-backed program returns for another year.

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Music Victoria Opens 2026 Music Works Funding Round
Victorian artists, music workers and businesses can now apply for up to $40,000 as the state government-backed program returns for another year.

Emma Donovan Covers Billie Eilish for Like a Version
Emma Donovan took to triple j's Like a Version studio on Friday morning, covering Billie Eilish's 'Birds of a Feather'.

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Emma Donovan Covers Billie Eilish for Like a Version
Emma Donovan took to triple j's Like a Version studio on Friday morning, covering Billie Eilish's 'Birds of a Feather'.