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Major Electronic Festival Teases 'Imminent' Australia Launch
The biggest electronic music festival in Scotland could be coming to Australia. Organisers behind Terminal V said the launch of the festival in Australia is "imminent." The teaser came in a press…

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Major Electronic Festival Teases 'Imminent' Australia Launch
The biggest electronic music festival in Scotland could be coming to Australia. Organisers behind Terminal V said the launch of the festival in Australia is "imminent." The teaser came in a press…

CAST Appoints Four Industry Leaders to Advisory Board
CAST (Centre for Arts, Sports Technology) has appointed four new Advisory Board members. The appointments strengthen CAST's "mission to bridge the gap between the entertainment industry and the…

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CAST Appoints Four Industry Leaders to Advisory Board
CAST (Centre for Arts, Sports Technology) has appointed four new Advisory Board members. The appointments strengthen CAST's "mission to bridge the gap between the entertainment industry and the…

Rihanna Makes Music History in America
It's been a while since Rihanna last released a new album, but that hasn't stopped her making history. As per Rolling Stone, the music icon has become the first woman in the history of the music…

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Rihanna Makes Music History in America
It's been a while since Rihanna last released a new album, but that hasn't stopped her making history. As per Rolling Stone, the music icon has become the first woman in the history of the music…

Jury Finds Live Nation Operated as a Monopoly
A jury has found Live Nation liable in its antitrust trial. As per the New York Times, the surprise verdict was handed down after the jury deliberated for four days before deciding that Live Nation…

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Jury Finds Live Nation Operated as a Monopoly
A jury has found Live Nation liable in its antitrust trial. As per the New York Times, the surprise verdict was handed down after the jury deliberated for four days before deciding that Live Nation…

2026 Aotearoa Music Awards Finalists Revealed
The finalists for the 2026 Aotearoa Music Awards have been unveiled. Marlon Williams leads the way with seven nominations thanks to Te Whare Tīwekaweka, his first fully te reo Māori album. Williams'…

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2026 Aotearoa Music Awards Finalists Revealed
The finalists for the 2026 Aotearoa Music Awards have been unveiled. Marlon Williams leads the way with seven nominations thanks to Te Whare Tīwekaweka, his first fully te reo Māori album. Williams'…

New Levels Expands Launching Distribution and Marketing Services
New Levels has announced the expansion of its distribution and marketing ecosystem. New Levels, a next-generation music company challenging the traditional industry model, was founded by Jelal…

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New Levels Expands Launching Distribution and Marketing Services
New Levels has announced the expansion of its distribution and marketing ecosystem. New Levels, a next-generation music company challenging the traditional industry model, was founded by Jelal…

Justin Bieber Receives Streaming Boost After Coachella
Justin Bieber enjoyed a massive surge in streams after his Coachella headline slot. Bieber returned to the stage at the iconic California festival last weekend, and the comeback paid off handsomely…

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Justin Bieber Receives Streaming Boost After Coachella
Justin Bieber enjoyed a massive surge in streams after his Coachella headline slot. Bieber returned to the stage at the iconic California festival last weekend, and the comeback paid off handsomely…

Kanye West Sued Over 'Cowardly Attack' in LA Restaurant
Another week, another Kanye West controversy. As per Rolling Stone, the US rapper has been accused in a new lawsuit of sucker-punching a man at a Los Angeles restaurant, which he allegedly followed…

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Kanye West Sued Over 'Cowardly Attack' in LA Restaurant
Another week, another Kanye West controversy. As per Rolling Stone, the US rapper has been accused in a new lawsuit of sucker-punching a man at a Los Angeles restaurant, which he allegedly followed…

Billie Eilish and James Cameron Star in New Concert Film Trailer
The Billie Eilish 3D concert documentary has a new trailer. Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard and Soft will be released on May 8th via Paramount, as first revealed by James Cameron at the start of the year.…

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Billie Eilish and James Cameron Star in New Concert Film Trailer
The Billie Eilish 3D concert documentary has a new trailer. Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard and Soft will be released on May 8th via Paramount, as first revealed by James Cameron at the start of the year.…

Katy Perry Denies She Sexually Assaulted Ruby Rose in Australia
Katy Perry has denied Ruby Rose’s sexual assault claim. A representative for Perry shared a statement (as per Rolling Stone) after Rose claimed the pop superstar sexually assaulted her in a nightclub…

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Katy Perry Denies She Sexually Assaulted Ruby Rose in Australia
Katy Perry has denied Ruby Rose’s sexual assault claim. A representative for Perry shared a statement (as per Rolling Stone) after Rose claimed the pop superstar sexually assaulted her in a nightclub…

Legendary Bollywood Singer Asha Bhosle Dead at 92
Iconic Indian singer Asha Bhosle has died at the age of 92. Bhosle, whose voice was heard in hundreds of Bollywood films, died of multiple organ failure on Sunday at a hospital in Mumbai, India (as…

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Legendary Bollywood Singer Asha Bhosle Dead at 92
Iconic Indian singer Asha Bhosle has died at the age of 92. Bhosle, whose voice was heard in hundreds of Bollywood films, died of multiple organ failure on Sunday at a hospital in Mumbai, India (as…

Live Nation Trial to Go to Jury as Closing Arguments Heard
Live Nation will soon learn its fate in its antitrust case. As per Rolling Stone, the antitrust case will be with a jury shortly as closing arguments begin today. Over 30 states suing Live Nation and…

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Live Nation Trial to Go to Jury as Closing Arguments Heard
Live Nation will soon learn its fate in its antitrust case. As per Rolling Stone, the antitrust case will be with a jury shortly as closing arguments begin today. Over 30 states suing Live Nation and…
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