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Conor Lochrie

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Taylor Swift to face jury trial in ‘Shake It Off’ copyright lawsuit

Taylor Swift to face jury trial in ‘Shake It Off’ copyright lawsuit

Taylor Swift must face trial in the 'Shake It Off' copyright lawsuit according a new ruling by a federal judge. The pop star will face a jury trial to determine whether she stole the lyrics to her…

By Conor Lochrie - Dec 10, 2021
Taylor Swift to face jury trial in ‘Shake It Off’ copyright lawsuit

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Taylor Swift to face jury trial in ‘Shake It Off’ copyright lawsuit

Taylor Swift must face trial in the 'Shake It Off' copyright lawsuit according a new ruling by a federal judge. The pop star will face a jury trial to determine whether she stole the lyrics to her…

By Conor Lochrie - Dec 10, 2021
TikTok introduces increased monetisation opportunities for creators

TikTok introduces increased monetisation opportunities for creators

In a positive move for users, TikTok has introduced direct tipping for creators on the platform. As per Billboard, TikTok announced the new feature on Wednesday, December 1st. Operating under the…

By Conor Lochrie - Dec 2, 2021
TikTok introduces increased monetisation opportunities for creators

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TikTok introduces increased monetisation opportunities for creators

In a positive move for users, TikTok has introduced direct tipping for creators on the platform. As per Billboard, TikTok announced the new feature on Wednesday, December 1st. Operating under the…

By Conor Lochrie - Dec 2, 2021
Ticketmaster and Moshtix announce partnership with Big Top Luna Park Sydney

Ticketmaster and Moshtix announce partnership with Big Top Luna Park Sydney

Ticketmaster Australia and Moshtix have announced a long-term ticketing partnership with Sydney's iconic Big Top Luna Park. The joint agreement is the first of its kind for the Live Nation…

By Conor Lochrie - Dec 1, 2021
Ticketmaster and Moshtix announce partnership with Big Top Luna Park Sydney

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Ticketmaster and Moshtix announce partnership with Big Top Luna Park Sydney

Ticketmaster Australia and Moshtix have announced a long-term ticketing partnership with Sydney's iconic Big Top Luna Park. The joint agreement is the first of its kind for the Live Nation…

By Conor Lochrie - Dec 1, 2021
Mötley Crüe sells entire music catalogue to BMG

Mötley Crüe sells entire music catalogue to BMG

Mötley Crüe have sold their entire music catalogue to BMG in a deal believed to be valued at approximately $150 million, bringing months of negotiations to a close. As reported by Variety, the deal…

By Conor Lochrie - Dec 1, 2021
Mötley Crüe sells entire music catalogue to BMG

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Mötley Crüe sells entire music catalogue to BMG

Mötley Crüe have sold their entire music catalogue to BMG in a deal believed to be valued at approximately $150 million, bringing months of negotiations to a close. As reported by Variety, the deal…

By Conor Lochrie - Dec 1, 2021
Stray Kids top iTunes album charts in 26 countries with 'Christmas EveL'

Stray Kids top iTunes album charts in 26 countries with 'Christmas EveL'

Popular K-pop boy band Stray Kids have topped the iTunes album charts in an incredible 26 countries with their festive-themed single album Christmas EveL. Immediately after being released globally on…

By Conor Lochrie - Nov 30, 2021
Stray Kids top iTunes album charts in 26 countries with 'Christmas EveL'

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Stray Kids top iTunes album charts in 26 countries with 'Christmas EveL'

Popular K-pop boy band Stray Kids have topped the iTunes album charts in an incredible 26 countries with their festive-themed single album Christmas EveL. Immediately after being released globally on…

By Conor Lochrie - Nov 30, 2021
Coles Radio is dedicating an entire day to Australian music today

Coles Radio is dedicating an entire day to Australian music today

Coles is ending this year's Ausmusic Month on a strong note today with an entire day dedicated to Australian music. Throughout November, Coles Radio has been broadcasting as much homegrown talent as…

By Conor Lochrie - Nov 30, 2021
Coles Radio is dedicating an entire day to Australian music today

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Coles Radio is dedicating an entire day to Australian music today

Coles is ending this year's Ausmusic Month on a strong note today with an entire day dedicated to Australian music. Throughout November, Coles Radio has been broadcasting as much homegrown talent as…

By Conor Lochrie - Nov 30, 2021
A man in Brisbane sold his house to fund his city's first record press

A man in Brisbane sold his house to fund his city's first record press

The vinyl industry might be struggling right now but one man in Brisbane has proudly done his small part to revitalise it. As reported by ABC, Neil Wilson sold his home in order to buy a record…

By Conor Lochrie - Nov 26, 2021
A man in Brisbane sold his house to fund his city's first record press

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A man in Brisbane sold his house to fund his city's first record press

The vinyl industry might be struggling right now but one man in Brisbane has proudly done his small part to revitalise it. As reported by ABC, Neil Wilson sold his home in order to buy a record…

By Conor Lochrie - Nov 26, 2021
Ausmusic T-Shirt Day brought in over $500K this year

Ausmusic T-Shirt Day brought in over $500K this year

In a new record amount, Ausmusic T-Shirt Day brought in over $500K this year. As reported by The Music Network, the Support Act's annual fundraising campaign raised a huge sum of $539,732, the…

By Conor Lochrie - Nov 25, 2021
Ausmusic T-Shirt Day brought in over $500K this year

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Ausmusic T-Shirt Day brought in over $500K this year

In a new record amount, Ausmusic T-Shirt Day brought in over $500K this year. As reported by The Music Network, the Support Act's annual fundraising campaign raised a huge sum of $539,732, the…

By Conor Lochrie - Nov 25, 2021
Foxtel announce new partnership with Live Nation Australia

Foxtel announce new partnership with Live Nation Australia

Foxtel have announced a new partnership with Live Nation Australia which will bring its members unrivalled access to unmissable live music. The TV company also revealed their new-look loyalty…

By Conor Lochrie - Nov 24, 2021
Foxtel announce new partnership with Live Nation Australia

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Foxtel announce new partnership with Live Nation Australia

Foxtel have announced a new partnership with Live Nation Australia which will bring its members unrivalled access to unmissable live music. The TV company also revealed their new-look loyalty…

By Conor Lochrie - Nov 24, 2021
Brit Awards will no longer have gendered categories in 2022

Brit Awards will no longer have gendered categories in 2022

The Brit Awards have finally joined The Grammys and ARIA Awards in eliminating gendered categories from next year onwards. Awards like Artist of the Year will replace the previously separate Best…

By Conor Lochrie - Nov 23, 2021
Brit Awards will no longer have gendered categories in 2022

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Brit Awards will no longer have gendered categories in 2022

The Brit Awards have finally joined The Grammys and ARIA Awards in eliminating gendered categories from next year onwards. Awards like Artist of the Year will replace the previously separate Best…

By Conor Lochrie - Nov 23, 2021
Booking platform Muso launches 'The Rise of the Pub Gig' tour

Booking platform Muso launches 'The Rise of the Pub Gig' tour

Muso is doing its bit to help the Australia music industry get back to normality with its national 'The Rise of the Pub Gig' tour. The locally-founded live music booking and management platform will…

By Conor Lochrie - Nov 18, 2021
Booking platform Muso launches 'The Rise of the Pub Gig' tour

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Booking platform Muso launches 'The Rise of the Pub Gig' tour

Muso is doing its bit to help the Australia music industry get back to normality with its national 'The Rise of the Pub Gig' tour. The locally-founded live music booking and management platform will…

By Conor Lochrie - Nov 18, 2021
TikTok and APRA AMCOS announce multi-year music licensing deal

TikTok and APRA AMCOS announce multi-year music licensing deal

TikTok and the Australasian Performing Right Association and Australasian Mechanical Copyright Owners Society (APRA AMCOS) have today announced the signing of a multi-year music licensing deal. The…

By Conor Lochrie - Nov 18, 2021
TikTok and APRA AMCOS announce multi-year music licensing deal

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TikTok and APRA AMCOS announce multi-year music licensing deal

TikTok and the Australasian Performing Right Association and Australasian Mechanical Copyright Owners Society (APRA AMCOS) have today announced the signing of a multi-year music licensing deal. The…

By Conor Lochrie - Nov 18, 2021
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