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Music Contract Platform Songpact to Launch in India
Music contract platform Songpact is launching in India next week. On Monday, November 10th, Songpact will launch in the country with a simple mission, according to a press release: "to make…

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Music Contract Platform Songpact to Launch in India
Music contract platform Songpact is launching in India next week. On Monday, November 10th, Songpact will launch in the country with a simple mission, according to a press release: "to make…

WATCH: First Trailer Released for Michael Jackson Biopic
The highly anticipated Michael Jackson biopic has unveiled its first trailer, offering fans a glimpse into the life of the legendary performer. Lionsgate released the teaser for Michael, directed by…

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WATCH: First Trailer Released for Michael Jackson Biopic
The highly anticipated Michael Jackson biopic has unveiled its first trailer, offering fans a glimpse into the life of the legendary performer. Lionsgate released the teaser for Michael, directed by…

Class Action Lawsuit Accuses Spotify of Engaging in 'Payola'
Spotify faces a class action lawsuit alleging the streaming giant engages in "payola" through its Discovery Mode feature, deceiving paid subscribers about the authenticity of their personalised…

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Class Action Lawsuit Accuses Spotify of Engaging in 'Payola'
Spotify faces a class action lawsuit alleging the streaming giant engages in "payola" through its Discovery Mode feature, deceiving paid subscribers about the authenticity of their personalised…

Paul Kelly Shares New Album 'Seventy'
Paul Kelly has released new album Seventy in his landmark year. The record "represents both a reflection on a life richly lived and a continuation of Kelly's fearless exploration of what it means to…

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Paul Kelly Shares New Album 'Seventy'
Paul Kelly has released new album Seventy in his landmark year. The record "represents both a reflection on a life richly lived and a continuation of Kelly's fearless exploration of what it means to…

Sydney Festival Unveils 2026 Program
The 2026 Sydney Festival program has been unveiled, featuring music artists such as Hot Chip, Emma Donovan, and CHAII. Sydney Festival prepares to celebrate a remarkable milestone as it approaches…

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Sydney Festival Unveils 2026 Program
The 2026 Sydney Festival program has been unveiled, featuring music artists such as Hot Chip, Emma Donovan, and CHAII. Sydney Festival prepares to celebrate a remarkable milestone as it approaches…

Former Dragon Guitarist Robert Taylor Passes Away at 74
Former guitarist Dragon Robert Taylor has passed away at the age of 74. In a statement posted on social media, Dragon drummer Kerry Jacobson announced the news. “I’m writing to share the unexpected…

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Former Dragon Guitarist Robert Taylor Passes Away at 74
Former guitarist Dragon Robert Taylor has passed away at the age of 74. In a statement posted on social media, Dragon drummer Kerry Jacobson announced the news. “I’m writing to share the unexpected…

Diljit Dosanjh Breaks Record on Australia Tour, Addresses Racist Comments
Diljit Dosanjh has made history with his recent Australian tour, despite being forced to address racist comments aimed at him during the run. Per Rolling Stone India, the Punjabi popstar last week…

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Diljit Dosanjh Breaks Record on Australia Tour, Addresses Racist Comments
Diljit Dosanjh has made history with his recent Australian tour, despite being forced to address racist comments aimed at him during the run. Per Rolling Stone India, the Punjabi popstar last week…

Spotify Revenue Climbs 7%, Adds 5M Paid Premium Subscribers
Spotify has reached a significant milestone with 713 million monthly active users in the third quarter of 2025, marking an 11% increase and surpassing expectations with 17 million net gain. As per…

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Spotify Revenue Climbs 7%, Adds 5M Paid Premium Subscribers
Spotify has reached a significant milestone with 713 million monthly active users in the third quarter of 2025, marking an 11% increase and surpassing expectations with 17 million net gain. As per…

Donald Trump Uses Taylor Swift Song in TikTok Video
The White House has sparked controversy by using Taylor Swift's music in a TikTok video, despite Donald Trump's well-documented animosity towards the pop superstar. The 22-second clip features "The…

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Donald Trump Uses Taylor Swift Song in TikTok Video
The White House has sparked controversy by using Taylor Swift's music in a TikTok video, despite Donald Trump's well-documented animosity towards the pop superstar. The 22-second clip features "The…

APRA AMCOS Says New Streaming Content Quotas Will Help Musicians
The Federal Government is introducing mandatory quotas for Australian streaming platforms. Under the bill announced on Tuesday, the Albanese Government has confirmed that streamers with more than one…

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APRA AMCOS Says New Streaming Content Quotas Will Help Musicians
The Federal Government is introducing mandatory quotas for Australian streaming platforms. Under the bill announced on Tuesday, the Albanese Government has confirmed that streamers with more than one…

TikTok Awards: Katseye, Sombr Lead Inaugural Nominations
TikTok has announced the nominees for its inaugural TikTok Awards, marking a significant milestone for the platform's growing influence in music discovery. The ceremony is scheduled to take place in…

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TikTok Awards: Katseye, Sombr Lead Inaugural Nominations
TikTok has announced the nominees for its inaugural TikTok Awards, marking a significant milestone for the platform's growing influence in music discovery. The ceremony is scheduled to take place in…

Two Men Arrested After Stage Incident at Metallica's Perth Show
Two Metallica fans are in legal trouble after climbing the heavy metal band's stage setup during their Perth show on Saturday, November 1st. Two men were arrested and charged with trespassing…

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Two Men Arrested After Stage Incident at Metallica's Perth Show
Two Metallica fans are in legal trouble after climbing the heavy metal band's stage setup during their Perth show on Saturday, November 1st. Two men were arrested and charged with trespassing…
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