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Gang of Youths' manager Kurt Bailey on his global plans and why he ignores data
Want to run your own business? Take some advice from Kurt Bailey, who built his own from the ground up, and just scored a #1 album on the ARIA chart.

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Gang of Youths' manager Kurt Bailey on his global plans and why he ignores data
Want to run your own business? Take some advice from Kurt Bailey, who built his own from the ground up, and just scored a #1 album on the ARIA chart.

Spotify inks final deal in preparation for IPO, Meghan Trainor caught up in same-sex marriage debate, and more
Here's all the industry news you need featuring Spotify's final licensing deal, Meghan Trainor's involvement in anti same sex marriage propaganda, and more.

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Spotify inks final deal in preparation for IPO, Meghan Trainor caught up in same-sex marriage debate, and more
Here's all the industry news you need featuring Spotify's final licensing deal, Meghan Trainor's involvement in anti same sex marriage propaganda, and more.

Finally, a 'Shooting Stars' meme reference that isn't ripping Bag Raiders off
Katy Perry's new video should result in some pretty serious royalties for Sydney duo Bag Raiders.

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Finally, a 'Shooting Stars' meme reference that isn't ripping Bag Raiders off
Katy Perry's new video should result in some pretty serious royalties for Sydney duo Bag Raiders.

It’s Showtime: Prince concert film ‘Sign o' The Times’ gets wide release
Prince’s 'Sign o' The Times' concert film is climbing out of the vault. Find out how you can watch the screening, marking the first in more than a decade.

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It’s Showtime: Prince concert film ‘Sign o' The Times’ gets wide release
Prince’s 'Sign o' The Times' concert film is climbing out of the vault. Find out how you can watch the screening, marking the first in more than a decade.

Max Martin earned an insane amount from songwriting last year
As one of the world’s most successful songwriters, it should come as no surprise that Swedish hitmaker Max Martin grew his income by 22% last year.

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Max Martin earned an insane amount from songwriting last year
As one of the world’s most successful songwriters, it should come as no surprise that Swedish hitmaker Max Martin grew his income by 22% last year.

End of a journalism era: NYC’s Village Voice ends its print run
Village Voice, a beacon for culture vultures and left-leaning political animals is calling time on its print edition. Read the industry's reactions.

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End of a journalism era: NYC’s Village Voice ends its print run
Village Voice, a beacon for culture vultures and left-leaning political animals is calling time on its print edition. Read the industry's reactions.

ANIMATION: The time John Watson almost gave up on his company
Earlier this year, TIO interviewed legendary manager John Watson, who helped helm the careers of Silverchair, Midnight Oil, Missy Higgins, Gotye and more. Speaking with Luke Girgis for the Fear At…

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ANIMATION: The time John Watson almost gave up on his company
Earlier this year, TIO interviewed legendary manager John Watson, who helped helm the careers of Silverchair, Midnight Oil, Missy Higgins, Gotye and more. Speaking with Luke Girgis for the Fear At…

Scooter Braun for Governor?, Morrissey's to release LP via BMG this year, and more
Here's all the music industry news you need to know today featuring Scooter Braun's rumoured career move, Morrissey's new publishing deal, and more.

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Scooter Braun for Governor?, Morrissey's to release LP via BMG this year, and more
Here's all the music industry news you need to know today featuring Scooter Braun's rumoured career move, Morrissey's new publishing deal, and more.

British indie festivals warn Live Nation is ‘fast approaching’ a 25% market share, urges inquiry
Find out why Live Nation’s growing influence in the festivals space has sparked an investigation request from indie festivals.

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British indie festivals warn Live Nation is ‘fast approaching’ a 25% market share, urges inquiry
Find out why Live Nation’s growing influence in the festivals space has sparked an investigation request from indie festivals.

Op-Ed: AMC CEO John Davis on the significance of 'art music' in Australia
As CEO of the Australian Music Centre, John Davis is the best person to explain what ‘art music’ is. Read John Davis' op-ed in full.

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Op-Ed: AMC CEO John Davis on the significance of 'art music' in Australia
As CEO of the Australian Music Centre, John Davis is the best person to explain what ‘art music’ is. Read John Davis' op-ed in full.

Baker Boy sets record straight regarding claims he's "the first to rap in language”
Following push back from the music industry, Indigenous rapper Baker Boy has decided to set the record straight.

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Baker Boy sets record straight regarding claims he's "the first to rap in language”
Following push back from the music industry, Indigenous rapper Baker Boy has decided to set the record straight.

Beggars can be choosers as indie group posts solid results
Find out which artists helped independent music company Beggars Group report incredible financial results for the year 2016.

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Beggars can be choosers as indie group posts solid results
Find out which artists helped independent music company Beggars Group report incredible financial results for the year 2016.
Reporting from inside the Australian music business since '94.
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