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New Commercial Radio Code Critised By ARIA Over Australian Music Quotas

New Commercial Radio Code Critised By ARIA Over Australian Music Quotas

As ACMA moves to force commercial radio stations to disclose the use of synthetic voices on air, the regulator’s newly registered code has sparked backlash from ARIA, which says the reforms fall…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 10, 2026
New Commercial Radio Code Critised By ARIA Over Australian Music Quotas

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New Commercial Radio Code Critised By ARIA Over Australian Music Quotas

As ACMA moves to force commercial radio stations to disclose the use of synthetic voices on air, the regulator’s newly registered code has sparked backlash from ARIA, which says the reforms fall…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 10, 2026
Chappell Roan Joins Artists Leaving Wasserman Amid Epstein Files Fallout

Chappell Roan Joins Artists Leaving Wasserman Amid Epstein Files Fallout

Chappell Roan is the latest artist to part ways with talent agency Wasserman after founder and CEO Casey Wasserman’s name appeared in the Jeffrey Epstein files. Roan, who is currently in Australia…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 10, 2026
Chappell Roan Joins Artists Leaving Wasserman Amid Epstein Files Fallout

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Chappell Roan Joins Artists Leaving Wasserman Amid Epstein Files Fallout

Chappell Roan is the latest artist to part ways with talent agency Wasserman after founder and CEO Casey Wasserman’s name appeared in the Jeffrey Epstein files. Roan, who is currently in Australia…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 10, 2026
Nominations Open for 2026 Sunshine Coast Music Awards

Nominations Open for 2026 Sunshine Coast Music Awards

Nominations are now open for the Sunshine Coast Music Awards, which is returning following the success of the inaugural event last year. The region’s night-of-nights for live music, the awards…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 9, 2026
Nominations Open for 2026 Sunshine Coast Music Awards

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Nominations Open for 2026 Sunshine Coast Music Awards

Nominations are now open for the Sunshine Coast Music Awards, which is returning following the success of the inaugural event last year. The region’s night-of-nights for live music, the awards…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 9, 2026
The Paper Kites' Album Shines Bright on Times Square Billboards

The Paper Kites' Album Shines Bright on Times Square Billboards

The Paper Kites have taken their Australian success global - literally - landing back-to-back billboards in Times Square. The band featured on a YouTube billboard for a week, followed immediately by…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 6, 2026
The Paper Kites' Album Shines Bright on Times Square Billboards

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The Paper Kites' Album Shines Bright on Times Square Billboards

The Paper Kites have taken their Australian success global - literally - landing back-to-back billboards in Times Square. The band featured on a YouTube billboard for a week, followed immediately by…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 6, 2026
R&B Festival Promoter Souled Out Enters Voluntary Administration

R&B Festival Promoter Souled Out Enters Voluntary Administration

After cancelling last year's event just weeks out, the company behind R B music festival Souled Out has gone into voluntary administration with debts reportedly exceeding $1 million. Souled Out Pty…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 6, 2026
R&B Festival Promoter Souled Out Enters Voluntary Administration

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R&B Festival Promoter Souled Out Enters Voluntary Administration

After cancelling last year's event just weeks out, the company behind R B music festival Souled Out has gone into voluntary administration with debts reportedly exceeding $1 million. Souled Out Pty…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 6, 2026
Chris Hemsworth Fronts Amazon Super Bowl Ad With INXS on the Soundtrack

Chris Hemsworth Fronts Amazon Super Bowl Ad With INXS on the Soundtrack

A new Super Bowl ad for Amazon’s Alexa+ starring Chris Hemsworth gets a boost from Aussie rock royalty, with INXS’ classic “Devil Inside” providing the soundtrack to his AI-fuelled paranoia. In the…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 6, 2026
Chris Hemsworth Fronts Amazon Super Bowl Ad With INXS on the Soundtrack

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Chris Hemsworth Fronts Amazon Super Bowl Ad With INXS on the Soundtrack

A new Super Bowl ad for Amazon’s Alexa+ starring Chris Hemsworth gets a boost from Aussie rock royalty, with INXS’ classic “Devil Inside” providing the soundtrack to his AI-fuelled paranoia. In the…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 6, 2026
Triple J Unearthed Launches Nine Genre-Focused Programs for 2026

Triple J Unearthed Launches Nine Genre-Focused Programs for 2026

Triple j Unearthed has unveiled its 2026 programming, doubling down on its mission to elevate emerging artists and support the next generation of homegrown talent. Kicking things off is the launch of…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 5, 2026
Triple J Unearthed Launches Nine Genre-Focused Programs for 2026

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Triple J Unearthed Launches Nine Genre-Focused Programs for 2026

Triple j Unearthed has unveiled its 2026 programming, doubling down on its mission to elevate emerging artists and support the next generation of homegrown talent. Kicking things off is the launch of…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 5, 2026
Former Sony Music ANZ CEO Next Move Revealed

Former Sony Music ANZ CEO Next Move Revealed

Ticketek Entertainment Group has unveiled a major evolution of TEG Live, as well as several senior hires including Vanessa Picken. The changes see TEG Live transform into a platform business designed…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 5, 2026
Former Sony Music ANZ CEO Next Move Revealed

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Former Sony Music ANZ CEO Next Move Revealed

Ticketek Entertainment Group has unveiled a major evolution of TEG Live, as well as several senior hires including Vanessa Picken. The changes see TEG Live transform into a platform business designed…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 5, 2026
Special Vinyl Drops Announced for Record Store Day 2026

Special Vinyl Drops Announced for Record Store Day 2026

Several Australian favourites including Empire of the Sun, Spacey Jane, and Holy Holy have announced special vinyl releases for Record Store Day 2026. Arriving on Saturday, April 18th, Record Store…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 5, 2026
Special Vinyl Drops Announced for Record Store Day 2026

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Special Vinyl Drops Announced for Record Store Day 2026

Several Australian favourites including Empire of the Sun, Spacey Jane, and Holy Holy have announced special vinyl releases for Record Store Day 2026. Arriving on Saturday, April 18th, Record Store…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 5, 2026
Great Southern Nights Returns in 2026 With Over 300 Gigs Across NSW

Great Southern Nights Returns in 2026 With Over 300 Gigs Across NSW

Great Southern Nights is set to return in 2026, rolling out a state-wide celebration of live music across NSW with more than 300 shows spanning metro and regional venues. Taking place from May…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 5, 2026
Great Southern Nights Returns in 2026 With Over 300 Gigs Across NSW

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Great Southern Nights Returns in 2026 With Over 300 Gigs Across NSW

Great Southern Nights is set to return in 2026, rolling out a state-wide celebration of live music across NSW with more than 300 shows spanning metro and regional venues. Taking place from May…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 5, 2026
Respected Music Publicist Tracy Zamot Dies Aged 55

Respected Music Publicist Tracy Zamot Dies Aged 55

Veteran music publicist Tracy Zamot, whose career spanned some of the most influential labels and artists of the past three decades, has died at the age of 55, her family has confirmed. Per Rolling…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 4, 2026
Respected Music Publicist Tracy Zamot Dies Aged 55

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Respected Music Publicist Tracy Zamot Dies Aged 55

Veteran music publicist Tracy Zamot, whose career spanned some of the most influential labels and artists of the past three decades, has died at the age of 55, her family has confirmed. Per Rolling…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 4, 2026
Lorde Joins ‘ICE OUT’ Movement With Over $200,000 Donation

Lorde Joins ‘ICE OUT’ Movement With Over $200,000 Donation

Lorde has added her name to the growing “ICE OUT” movement, pledging to donate more than $200,000 from recent tour merch sales. The New Zealand artist took to Instagram today to announce that she is…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 4, 2026
Lorde Joins ‘ICE OUT’ Movement With Over $200,000 Donation

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Lorde Joins ‘ICE OUT’ Movement With Over $200,000 Donation

Lorde has added her name to the growing “ICE OUT” movement, pledging to donate more than $200,000 from recent tour merch sales. The New Zealand artist took to Instagram today to announce that she is…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 4, 2026
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