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Lauren McNamara

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Chet Faker Adds New Dates to ‘A Love for Strangers’ Tour

Chet Faker Adds New Dates to ‘A Love for Strangers’ Tour

Australian fans will get another chance to see Chet Faker live, with the singer-songwriter announcing new headline shows set for later this year. The critically acclaimed, billion-plus streaming…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 12, 2026
Chet Faker Adds New Dates to ‘A Love for Strangers’ Tour

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Chet Faker Adds New Dates to ‘A Love for Strangers’ Tour

Australian fans will get another chance to see Chet Faker live, with the singer-songwriter announcing new headline shows set for later this year. The critically acclaimed, billion-plus streaming…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 12, 2026
Grammy Awards Returning to Stan in 2026

Grammy Awards Returning to Stan in 2026

Stan has confirmed it has re-secured the exclusive broadcast rights for the 2026 Grammy Awards. Broadcasting live from the US on February 2nd, Stan will once again play host to the Grammys, which…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 12, 2026
Grammy Awards Returning to Stan in 2026

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Grammy Awards Returning to Stan in 2026

Stan has confirmed it has re-secured the exclusive broadcast rights for the 2026 Grammy Awards. Broadcasting live from the US on February 2nd, Stan will once again play host to the Grammys, which…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 12, 2026
Inaugural Petting Zoo Festival Makes Last Minute Changes Due to Extreme Heat in Sydney

Inaugural Petting Zoo Festival Makes Last Minute Changes Due to Extreme Heat in Sydney

Due to extreme heat expected in Sydney this weekend, the inaugural Petting Zoo festival has made some last minute alternative plans, including venue and time changes. Taking place on Saturday,…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 9, 2026
Inaugural Petting Zoo Festival Makes Last Minute Changes Due to Extreme Heat in Sydney

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Inaugural Petting Zoo Festival Makes Last Minute Changes Due to Extreme Heat in Sydney

Due to extreme heat expected in Sydney this weekend, the inaugural Petting Zoo festival has made some last minute alternative plans, including venue and time changes. Taking place on Saturday,…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 9, 2026
Dominic Fike Takes on 'South Park' Theme Song for Triple J's 'Like A Version'

Dominic Fike Takes on 'South Park' Theme Song for Triple J's 'Like A Version'

Dominic Fike has kicked off 2026 in the triple j 'Like A Version' studio, covering not one, but two songs - including a familiar theme song. According to triple j, it's the first time any artist has…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 9, 2026
Dominic Fike Takes on 'South Park' Theme Song for Triple J's 'Like A Version'

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Dominic Fike Takes on 'South Park' Theme Song for Triple J's 'Like A Version'

Dominic Fike has kicked off 2026 in the triple j 'Like A Version' studio, covering not one, but two songs - including a familiar theme song. According to triple j, it's the first time any artist has…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 9, 2026
David Bowie’s Childhood Home to Be Restored and Opened to the Public

David Bowie’s Childhood Home to Be Restored and Opened to the Public

David Bowie’s childhood home in South London will be restored and opened to the public late in 2027, after being acquired by the Heritage of London Trust. The announcement was made on January 8,…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 9, 2026
David Bowie’s Childhood Home to Be Restored and Opened to the Public

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David Bowie’s Childhood Home to Be Restored and Opened to the Public

David Bowie’s childhood home in South London will be restored and opened to the public late in 2027, after being acquired by the Heritage of London Trust. The announcement was made on January 8,…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 9, 2026
'Fatigue Management Remains the Biggest Challenge': Why Live Nation is Evolving its Approach to Crew Wellbeing

'Fatigue Management Remains the Biggest Challenge': Why Live Nation is Evolving its Approach to Crew Wellbeing

Touring at scale has always demanded resilience. Long hours, relentless travel, compressed schedules, and the unspoken expectation to “push through” have long been baked into the live music economy,…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 9, 2026
'Fatigue Management Remains the Biggest Challenge': Why Live Nation is Evolving its Approach to Crew Wellbeing

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'Fatigue Management Remains the Biggest Challenge': Why Live Nation is Evolving its Approach to Crew Wellbeing

Touring at scale has always demanded resilience. Long hours, relentless travel, compressed schedules, and the unspoken expectation to “push through” have long been baked into the live music economy,…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 9, 2026
Live Nation and Ticketmaster Move to Dismiss FTC Scalping Lawsuit

Live Nation and Ticketmaster Move to Dismiss FTC Scalping Lawsuit

Lawyers for Live Nation and Ticketmaster in the US have claimed an FTC lawsuit against them is an "egregious instance of agency overreach", calling for its dismissal in a motion filed earlier this…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 8, 2026
Live Nation and Ticketmaster Move to Dismiss FTC Scalping Lawsuit

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Live Nation and Ticketmaster Move to Dismiss FTC Scalping Lawsuit

Lawyers for Live Nation and Ticketmaster in the US have claimed an FTC lawsuit against them is an "egregious instance of agency overreach", calling for its dismissal in a motion filed earlier this…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 8, 2026
Chase Atlantic’s O2 Arena Show Heads to Cinemas

Chase Atlantic’s O2 Arena Show Heads to Cinemas

Fans around the world will soon be able to relive Chase Atlantic’s explosive O2 Arena show, with the band announcing a new concert film. Via Trafalgar Releasing and Veeps Studios, the feature-length…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 8, 2026
Chase Atlantic’s O2 Arena Show Heads to Cinemas

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Chase Atlantic’s O2 Arena Show Heads to Cinemas

Fans around the world will soon be able to relive Chase Atlantic’s explosive O2 Arena show, with the band announcing a new concert film. Via Trafalgar Releasing and Veeps Studios, the feature-length…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 8, 2026
Yungblud to Visit Exclusive Sydney Photo Gallery Ahead of Australian Tour

Yungblud to Visit Exclusive Sydney Photo Gallery Ahead of Australian Tour

Yungblud is set to visit his Sydney photo exhibition today (January 8th), giving fans a rare chance to meet him ahead of his Australian tour. The gallery, Yungblud: IDOLS, is a never-before-seen…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 8, 2026
Yungblud to Visit Exclusive Sydney Photo Gallery Ahead of Australian Tour

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Yungblud to Visit Exclusive Sydney Photo Gallery Ahead of Australian Tour

Yungblud is set to visit his Sydney photo exhibition today (January 8th), giving fans a rare chance to meet him ahead of his Australian tour. The gallery, Yungblud: IDOLS, is a never-before-seen…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 8, 2026
Cut Copy Announce New Headline Show

Cut Copy Announce New Headline Show

Cut Copy have added a new headline show to their Australian tour run set for March 2026. The Grammy nominated and ARIA award winning band will be playing at Enmore Theatre in Sydney on Thursday,…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 7, 2026
Cut Copy Announce New Headline Show

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Cut Copy Announce New Headline Show

Cut Copy have added a new headline show to their Australian tour run set for March 2026. The Grammy nominated and ARIA award winning band will be playing at Enmore Theatre in Sydney on Thursday,…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 7, 2026
Record Store Day to Return in 2026

Record Store Day to Return in 2026

Record Store Day is returning in 2026, celebrating the vital role independently owned record stores play in Australian communities and the people who make them thrive. Returning on Saturday, April…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 7, 2026
Record Store Day to Return in 2026

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Record Store Day to Return in 2026

Record Store Day is returning in 2026, celebrating the vital role independently owned record stores play in Australian communities and the people who make them thrive. Returning on Saturday, April…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 7, 2026
Universal Music Group to 'Enrich and Enhance' Music Experience With New NVIDIA AI Partnership

Universal Music Group to 'Enrich and Enhance' Music Experience With New NVIDIA AI Partnership

Universal Music Group has announced a collaboration with NVIDIA to "pioneer" responsible AI for music discovery, creation, and engagement. Leveraging NVIDIA's AI infrastructure and Universal's music…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 7, 2026
Universal Music Group to 'Enrich and Enhance' Music Experience With New NVIDIA AI Partnership

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Universal Music Group to 'Enrich and Enhance' Music Experience With New NVIDIA AI Partnership

Universal Music Group has announced a collaboration with NVIDIA to "pioneer" responsible AI for music discovery, creation, and engagement. Leveraging NVIDIA's AI infrastructure and Universal's music…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 7, 2026
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