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Harvey Sutherland Releases New Album

Harvey Sutherland Releases New Album

Harvey Sutherland has released his new album Debt, via his own label, Clarity Recordings. Debt is Sutherland’s first full-length album since his 2022 debut, Boy. The new record looks at the cost of…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 10, 2025
Harvey Sutherland Releases New Album

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Harvey Sutherland Releases New Album

Harvey Sutherland has released his new album Debt, via his own label, Clarity Recordings. Debt is Sutherland’s first full-length album since his 2022 debut, Boy. The new record looks at the cost of…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 10, 2025
Baker Boy Releases Second Studio Album 'DJANDJAY'

Baker Boy Releases Second Studio Album 'DJANDJAY'

Baker Boy's second studio album, DJANDJAY, which he has described as his "strongest, most powerful" work yet, has been released today via Island Records and Universal Music. Blending ancestral…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 10, 2025
Baker Boy Releases Second Studio Album 'DJANDJAY'

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Baker Boy Releases Second Studio Album 'DJANDJAY'

Baker Boy's second studio album, DJANDJAY, which he has described as his "strongest, most powerful" work yet, has been released today via Island Records and Universal Music. Blending ancestral…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 10, 2025
Beach Boys' Al Jardine Australia Tour Quietly Rescheduled to 2026

Beach Boys' Al Jardine Australia Tour Quietly Rescheduled to 2026

Al Jardine, founding Beach Boys member, has quietly rescheduled his upcoming Australian tour with the Pet Sounds Band, with new dates set for 2026. Originally due for October and November 2025, the…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 9, 2025
Beach Boys' Al Jardine Australia Tour Quietly Rescheduled to 2026

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Beach Boys' Al Jardine Australia Tour Quietly Rescheduled to 2026

Al Jardine, founding Beach Boys member, has quietly rescheduled his upcoming Australian tour with the Pet Sounds Band, with new dates set for 2026. Originally due for October and November 2025, the…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 9, 2025
The Jungle Giants' Sam Hales Signs With Warner Chappell Music

The Jungle Giants' Sam Hales Signs With Warner Chappell Music

Warner Music Group's publishing company Warner Chappell Music has signed one of Australia's most acclaimed songwriters, and frontman of The Jungle Giants, Sam Hales. Encompassing his entire catalogue…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 8, 2025
The Jungle Giants' Sam Hales Signs With Warner Chappell Music

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The Jungle Giants' Sam Hales Signs With Warner Chappell Music

Warner Music Group's publishing company Warner Chappell Music has signed one of Australia's most acclaimed songwriters, and frontman of The Jungle Giants, Sam Hales. Encompassing his entire catalogue…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 8, 2025
Triple J Marks 50th Birthday with National Tour

Triple J Marks 50th Birthday with National Tour

Triple j has announced a national tour, as it continues celebrating 50 years of championing local artists and breaking new talent. Spanning five dates across Hobart, Newcastle, Adelaide, the Gold…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 8, 2025
Triple J Marks 50th Birthday with National Tour

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Triple J Marks 50th Birthday with National Tour

Triple j has announced a national tour, as it continues celebrating 50 years of championing local artists and breaking new talent. Spanning five dates across Hobart, Newcastle, Adelaide, the Gold…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 8, 2025
Christopher Gordon to Receive Honour at 2025 Screen Music Awards

Christopher Gordon to Receive Honour at 2025 Screen Music Awards

Acclaimed Australian composer Christopher Gordon, who was behind Mao's Last Dancer and Master and Commander, will be honoured at the 2025 Screen Music Awards with the Distinguished Services to the…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 7, 2025
Christopher Gordon to Receive Honour at 2025 Screen Music Awards

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Christopher Gordon to Receive Honour at 2025 Screen Music Awards

Acclaimed Australian composer Christopher Gordon, who was behind Mao's Last Dancer and Master and Commander, will be honoured at the 2025 Screen Music Awards with the Distinguished Services to the…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 7, 2025
Metallica Extend Aussie Lifeblood Drive Following Overwhelming Response

Metallica Extend Aussie Lifeblood Drive Following Overwhelming Response

Following an incredible response from fans and donors, Metallica's partnership with Lifeblood encouraging people to donate (and in return, get limited-edition merch), has been extended. The band will…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 1, 2025
Metallica Extend Aussie Lifeblood Drive Following Overwhelming Response

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Metallica Extend Aussie Lifeblood Drive Following Overwhelming Response

Following an incredible response from fans and donors, Metallica's partnership with Lifeblood encouraging people to donate (and in return, get limited-edition merch), has been extended. The band will…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 1, 2025
APRA AMCOS Calls Out Tech Council's 'Smokescreen' on AI Innovation

APRA AMCOS Calls Out Tech Council's 'Smokescreen' on AI Innovation

Tech companies refusing to engage with established licensing pathways is the real barrier to AI innovation in Australia, according to APRA AMCOS CEO Dean Ormston. In the music rights management…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 1, 2025
APRA AMCOS Calls Out Tech Council's 'Smokescreen' on AI Innovation

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APRA AMCOS Calls Out Tech Council's 'Smokescreen' on AI Innovation

Tech companies refusing to engage with established licensing pathways is the real barrier to AI innovation in Australia, according to APRA AMCOS CEO Dean Ormston. In the music rights management…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 1, 2025
Concord Music Publishing ANZ Signs The Belair Lip Bombs

Concord Music Publishing ANZ Signs The Belair Lip Bombs

Acclaimed indie-rock band The Belair Lip Bombs have signed a global publishing agreement with Concord Music Publishing ANZ. Formed eight years ago in Melbourne's Frankston, the four-piece -- Maisie…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 30, 2025
Concord Music Publishing ANZ Signs The Belair Lip Bombs

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Concord Music Publishing ANZ Signs The Belair Lip Bombs

Acclaimed indie-rock band The Belair Lip Bombs have signed a global publishing agreement with Concord Music Publishing ANZ. Formed eight years ago in Melbourne's Frankston, the four-piece -- Maisie…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 30, 2025
Morgan Evans Partners With Virgin Music Group, Announces New Single

Morgan Evans Partners With Virgin Music Group, Announces New Single

Australian country star Morgan Evans has signed with Virgin Music Group for the next phase of his career, starting with a new single "Beer Back Home", due for release on October 10th. The single will…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 30, 2025
Morgan Evans Partners With Virgin Music Group, Announces New Single

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Morgan Evans Partners With Virgin Music Group, Announces New Single

Australian country star Morgan Evans has signed with Virgin Music Group for the next phase of his career, starting with a new single "Beer Back Home", due for release on October 10th. The single will…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 30, 2025
APRA AMCOS Announces World-First SongHubs Partnership

APRA AMCOS Announces World-First SongHubs Partnership

APRA AMCOS has announced a major partnership between its flagship collaborative songwriting program SongHubs and African organisations for the inaugural African SongHubs. Taking place from October…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 30, 2025
APRA AMCOS Announces World-First SongHubs Partnership

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APRA AMCOS Announces World-First SongHubs Partnership

APRA AMCOS has announced a major partnership between its flagship collaborative songwriting program SongHubs and African organisations for the inaugural African SongHubs. Taking place from October…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 30, 2025
Ausmusic T-Shirt Day Returns With New Look and Major Ambassadors

Ausmusic T-Shirt Day Returns With New Look and Major Ambassadors

Ausmusic T-Shirt Day is returning this year, with a bold new creative direction, an all-star ambassador lineup, and a rallying cry to celebrate the industry's legends. Ausmusic T-Shirt Day has become…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 30, 2025
Ausmusic T-Shirt Day Returns With New Look and Major Ambassadors

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Ausmusic T-Shirt Day Returns With New Look and Major Ambassadors

Ausmusic T-Shirt Day is returning this year, with a bold new creative direction, an all-star ambassador lineup, and a rallying cry to celebrate the industry's legends. Ausmusic T-Shirt Day has become…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 30, 2025
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