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Australian Photographer Showcases Global Club Culture in Ibiza Exhibition Featuring KETTAMA, Skepta & More
An Australian photographer is launching a free exhibition in Ibiza next month, featuring Chloe Caillet, Skepta, Effy, KETTAMA, DJ Gigola and more. Capturecharles' exhibition A Shot in the Dark will…

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Australian Photographer Showcases Global Club Culture in Ibiza Exhibition Featuring KETTAMA, Skepta & More
An Australian photographer is launching a free exhibition in Ibiza next month, featuring Chloe Caillet, Skepta, Effy, KETTAMA, DJ Gigola and more. Capturecharles' exhibition A Shot in the Dark will…

Queenstown's Snow Machine Festival Unveils Complete 2026 Lineup
Queenstown's Snow Machine festival has revealed its final lineup for 2026, with some more major names added to the mix. Australian hip hop heavyweights Hilltop Hoods, along with UK rapper Example,…

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Queenstown's Snow Machine Festival Unveils Complete 2026 Lineup
Queenstown's Snow Machine festival has revealed its final lineup for 2026, with some more major names added to the mix. Australian hip hop heavyweights Hilltop Hoods, along with UK rapper Example,…

Amy Taylor’s Lawyer Speaks After Key Court Hearing in Photographer Dispute
The legal battle between Amyl and the Sniffers' Amy Taylor and US photographer Jamie Nelson has taken a turn, with the court ruling largely in favour of the Australian songwriter. At the U.S.…

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Amy Taylor’s Lawyer Speaks After Key Court Hearing in Photographer Dispute
The legal battle between Amyl and the Sniffers' Amy Taylor and US photographer Jamie Nelson has taken a turn, with the court ruling largely in favour of the Australian songwriter. At the U.S.…

Taylor Swift Hit With Trademark Lawsuit Over 'The Life of a Showgirl'
A Las Vegas performer has launched a trademark infringement lawsuit against Taylor Swift over the title of her latest album, The Life of a Showgirl. Per Rolling Stone, Maren Flagg - who performs…

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Taylor Swift Hit With Trademark Lawsuit Over 'The Life of a Showgirl'
A Las Vegas performer has launched a trademark infringement lawsuit against Taylor Swift over the title of her latest album, The Life of a Showgirl. Per Rolling Stone, Maren Flagg - who performs…

Eminem and Australian Brand Swim Shady Trademark Dispute Progresses
Ahead of its first hearing, Australian beach brand Swim Shady has provided an update on its ongoing trademark battle with Eminem. The startup has confirmed proceedings in the ongoing legal fight…

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Eminem and Australian Brand Swim Shady Trademark Dispute Progresses
Ahead of its first hearing, Australian beach brand Swim Shady has provided an update on its ongoing trademark battle with Eminem. The startup has confirmed proceedings in the ongoing legal fight…

2026 APRA Awards Nominees Revealed
Some of Australia's biggest names have been nominated at the 2026 APRA Awards, as APRA AMCOS continues its centenary celebrations. There are 52 first-time nominees this year, seven of whom are up for…

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2026 APRA Awards Nominees Revealed
Some of Australia's biggest names have been nominated at the 2026 APRA Awards, as APRA AMCOS continues its centenary celebrations. There are 52 first-time nominees this year, seven of whom are up for…

Drake Faces Pushback From UMG in Kendrick Lamar ‘Not Like Us’ Defamation Appeal
Drake’s bid to revive his defamation lawsuit against Kendrick Lamar’s diss track "Not Like Us" has drawn a fierce rebuttal from Universal Music Group. Per Rolling Stone, the Canadian rapper - real…

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Drake Faces Pushback From UMG in Kendrick Lamar ‘Not Like Us’ Defamation Appeal
Drake’s bid to revive his defamation lawsuit against Kendrick Lamar’s diss track "Not Like Us" has drawn a fierce rebuttal from Universal Music Group. Per Rolling Stone, the Canadian rapper - real…

Hiatus Kaiyote Announce One-Night-Only 15th Anniversary Concert
Hiatus Kaiyote are set to commemorate their 15th anniversary with a rare, one-night-only Australian performance. Taking place at the Sydney Opera House on Sunday, July 12th, the show will feature a…

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Hiatus Kaiyote Announce One-Night-Only 15th Anniversary Concert
Hiatus Kaiyote are set to commemorate their 15th anniversary with a rare, one-night-only Australian performance. Taking place at the Sydney Opera House on Sunday, July 12th, the show will feature a…

Dean Lewis Issues Statement After Dutch Court Rejects Bid to Block Online Allegations
Dean Lewis has spoken publicly after a Dutch court dismissed his attempt to block a woman from making allegations about him online. Per The Daily Telegraph, Sanne van Ooijen had made allegations…

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Dean Lewis Issues Statement After Dutch Court Rejects Bid to Block Online Allegations
Dean Lewis has spoken publicly after a Dutch court dismissed his attempt to block a woman from making allegations about him online. Per The Daily Telegraph, Sanne van Ooijen had made allegations…

Pop Icon Kylie Minogue to Headline 2026 AFL Grand Final
Pop icon Kylie Minogue will headline the 2026 AFL Grand Final pre-game show, marking her long-awaited debut on one of Australia’s biggest stages after nearly four decades in music. Set for Saturday,…

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Pop Icon Kylie Minogue to Headline 2026 AFL Grand Final
Pop icon Kylie Minogue will headline the 2026 AFL Grand Final pre-game show, marking her long-awaited debut on one of Australia’s biggest stages after nearly four decades in music. Set for Saturday,…

Tkay Maidza Returns With New Single 'Must Be'
Tkay Maidza's first solo release in nearly three years, a new single called "Must Be", is out now via Dew Process/Universal Music Australia. With icy, staccato production courtesy of Maths Time Joy…

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Tkay Maidza Returns With New Single 'Must Be'
Tkay Maidza's first solo release in nearly three years, a new single called "Must Be", is out now via Dew Process/Universal Music Australia. With icy, staccato production courtesy of Maths Time Joy…

GYRO Group Expands Into Latin America With Brazil Office Launch
GYRO Group has officially expanded into Latin America. The recently rebranded Australian-headquartered company behind white-label distribution platform DistroDirect and DIY platform G.Y.R.O. - Get…

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GYRO Group Expands Into Latin America With Brazil Office Launch
GYRO Group has officially expanded into Latin America. The recently rebranded Australian-headquartered company behind white-label distribution platform DistroDirect and DIY platform G.Y.R.O. - Get…
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