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Why DMA’S Rejected the Big-Studio Approach on Their Forthcoming Album
DMA’S have intentionally moved away from the polished production style of their past albums for their upcoming self-titled record. Here's why.

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Why DMA’S Rejected the Big-Studio Approach on Their Forthcoming Album
DMA’S have intentionally moved away from the polished production style of their past albums for their upcoming self-titled record. Here's why.
Peter Noble and Bluesfest Finances Face Liquidator Scrutiny
Liquidators handling the collapse of Bluesfest have reportedly flagged investigations into the festival’s finances and director Peter Noble.
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Peter Noble and Bluesfest Finances Face Liquidator Scrutiny
Liquidators handling the collapse of Bluesfest have reportedly flagged investigations into the festival’s finances and director Peter Noble.
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Ocean Sleeper Sign Global Deal With Rise Records and BMG
Australian metalcore favourites Ocean Sleeper have signed a new global recording deal with Rise Records and BMG.
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Ocean Sleeper Sign Global Deal With Rise Records and BMG
Australian metalcore favourites Ocean Sleeper have signed a new global recording deal with Rise Records and BMG.

Boycott Eurovision Australia Urges Viewers to Turn Off Israel’s Grand Final Set
Boycott Eurovision Australia has renewed its campaign against Israel’s participation in Eurovision, urging Australians to turn off their televisions during Saturday’s Grand Final performance.

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Boycott Eurovision Australia Urges Viewers to Turn Off Israel’s Grand Final Set
Boycott Eurovision Australia has renewed its campaign against Israel’s participation in Eurovision, urging Australians to turn off their televisions during Saturday’s Grand Final performance.

Venue Management Association Welcomes New President
The Venue Management Association has welcomed a new president, who succeeds Phil King following his three-year term.

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Venue Management Association Welcomes New President
The Venue Management Association has welcomed a new president, who succeeds Phil King following his three-year term.

'We've Loved Working With Them': Jet Expand Partnership With BMG Through New Publishing Deal
BMG has expanded its partnership with Jet, acquiring publishing interests in the catalogue of one of Australia’s most successful rock exports.

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'We've Loved Working With Them': Jet Expand Partnership With BMG Through New Publishing Deal
BMG has expanded its partnership with Jet, acquiring publishing interests in the catalogue of one of Australia’s most successful rock exports.
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Ezra Collective and Freddie Gibbs to Headline New Australian Festival Move My Way
A new festival is coming to Sydney and Melbourne this year, with a lineup led by Ezra Collective, Freddie Gibbs, Kokoroko, and Sampa the Great.
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Ezra Collective and Freddie Gibbs to Headline New Australian Festival Move My Way
A new festival is coming to Sydney and Melbourne this year, with a lineup led by Ezra Collective, Freddie Gibbs, Kokoroko, and Sampa the Great.

'I’ve Always Been Curious': How Kylie Minogue Has Navigated Decades of Industry Change
In this Q&A about her forthcoming Netflix docuseries, Kylie Minogue reflects on how the music industry has changed, and what she's done to adapt.

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'I’ve Always Been Curious': How Kylie Minogue Has Navigated Decades of Industry Change
In this Q&A about her forthcoming Netflix docuseries, Kylie Minogue reflects on how the music industry has changed, and what she's done to adapt.

Brisbane Nu-Metal Rising Stars Headwreck Join EMPIRE
Brisbane nu-metal outfit Headwreck have partnered with independent label EMPIRE as they set their sights on "world domination". The band are the first of their genre to join EMPIRE's roster, which…

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Brisbane Nu-Metal Rising Stars Headwreck Join EMPIRE
Brisbane nu-metal outfit Headwreck have partnered with independent label EMPIRE as they set their sights on "world domination". The band are the first of their genre to join EMPIRE's roster, which…

Universal Music Australia Hosts Ignite Showcase With Katseye, Violet Grohl & Devon Again
Universal Music Australia brought some of the industry’s most buzzed about emerging acts to Sydney this week for the fourth edition of Ignite, its annual showcase spotlighting priority international…

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Universal Music Australia Hosts Ignite Showcase With Katseye, Violet Grohl & Devon Again
Universal Music Australia brought some of the industry’s most buzzed about emerging acts to Sydney this week for the fourth edition of Ignite, its annual showcase spotlighting priority international…

British-Australian Pop Singer Takes NZ Label to Court Over Alleged Unpaid Royalties
British-Australian pop artist Alexandra Hainsworth is embroiled in a legal battle with New Zealand label Do It Management and distributor The Orchard, claiming copyright and contract breaches left…

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British-Australian Pop Singer Takes NZ Label to Court Over Alleged Unpaid Royalties
British-Australian pop artist Alexandra Hainsworth is embroiled in a legal battle with New Zealand label Do It Management and distributor The Orchard, claiming copyright and contract breaches left…

Universal Music Group Pushes Back Against Salt-N-Pepa’s Album Ownership Appeal
Pioneering hip-hop duo Salt-N-Pepa are continuing their legal fight with Universal Music Group over ownership of their early master recordings, with the label filing a fresh brief in appeals court…

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Universal Music Group Pushes Back Against Salt-N-Pepa’s Album Ownership Appeal
Pioneering hip-hop duo Salt-N-Pepa are continuing their legal fight with Universal Music Group over ownership of their early master recordings, with the label filing a fresh brief in appeals court…
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