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Lisa Mitchell: On how to break into the music industry

Lisa Mitchell: On how to break into the music industry

As part of Vivid Ideas 2017, MusicNSW is hosting its annual Feedback conference for young people looking for a start in music. Keynote speakers Hermitude will be joined by artists and industry reps…

By Poppy Reid - May 11, 2017
Lisa Mitchell: On how to break into the music industry

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Lisa Mitchell: On how to break into the music industry

As part of Vivid Ideas 2017, MusicNSW is hosting its annual Feedback conference for young people looking for a start in music. Keynote speakers Hermitude will be joined by artists and industry reps…

By Poppy Reid - May 11, 2017
The End of the Era of Gatekeepers: How Chance the Rapper did it on his own

The End of the Era of Gatekeepers: How Chance the Rapper did it on his own

The labels don't decide what's cool anymore... the people do. See how Chance The Rapper and Joey Badass defined a new era without gatekeepers.

By Jessica Westcott - May 9, 2017
The End of the Era of Gatekeepers: How Chance the Rapper did it on his own

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The End of the Era of Gatekeepers: How Chance the Rapper did it on his own

The labels don't decide what's cool anymore... the people do. See how Chance The Rapper and Joey Badass defined a new era without gatekeepers.

By Jessica Westcott - May 9, 2017
How to network without feeling like a gronk

How to network without feeling like a gronk

Amelia Jenner / FBi Radio 1/ Be yourself Very cliched, I know, but there is a reason everyone says it. DO YOU! 2/ Come prepared Work out exactly what you want to get out of the day. It will help you…

By Staff Writer - May 8, 2017
How to network without feeling like a gronk

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How to network without feeling like a gronk

Amelia Jenner / FBi Radio 1/ Be yourself Very cliched, I know, but there is a reason everyone says it. DO YOU! 2/ Come prepared Work out exactly what you want to get out of the day. It will help you…

By Staff Writer - May 8, 2017
Chugg, MacQueen, and more weigh in on ARIA Albums chart update

Chugg, MacQueen, and more weigh in on ARIA Albums chart update

Yesterday morning, ARIA announced a huge and long-awaited change to its Albums Chart. From Monday May 15, the chart will include streaming figures in its calculations – a move that follows a similar…

By Poppy Reid - May 5, 2017
Chugg, MacQueen, and more weigh in on ARIA Albums chart update

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Chugg, MacQueen, and more weigh in on ARIA Albums chart update

Yesterday morning, ARIA announced a huge and long-awaited change to its Albums Chart. From Monday May 15, the chart will include streaming figures in its calculations – a move that follows a similar…

By Poppy Reid - May 5, 2017
Why not all streaming services count towards the ARIA Charts

Why not all streaming services count towards the ARIA Charts

Image via ARIA The news this morning that ARIA will be counting streaming figures in their charts and accreditations was a welcome one but some people might be wondering why their streaming service…

By Staff Writer - May 4, 2017
Why not all streaming services count towards the ARIA Charts

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Why not all streaming services count towards the ARIA Charts

Image via ARIA The news this morning that ARIA will be counting streaming figures in their charts and accreditations was a welcome one but some people might be wondering why their streaming service…

By Staff Writer - May 4, 2017
Starley: "The corporate industry is taking advantage"

Starley: "The corporate industry is taking advantage"

Before Starley's breakout (and only) single 'Call On Me' was added to every radio network Australia-wide, before it topped the chart in Sweden, hit the Top 5 in seven other countries, and racked up…

By Poppy Reid - May 4, 2017
Starley: "The corporate industry is taking advantage"

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Starley: "The corporate industry is taking advantage"

Before Starley's breakout (and only) single 'Call On Me' was added to every radio network Australia-wide, before it topped the chart in Sweden, hit the Top 5 in seven other countries, and racked up…

By Poppy Reid - May 4, 2017
Excerpt: Mark Holden spills all in book 'My Idol Years'

Excerpt: Mark Holden spills all in book 'My Idol Years'

The former pop star, actor, Australian Idol judge, 'touchdown' founder, 'Absolutely Everybody' co-writer and barrister has released his memoir 'My Idol Years'. His honest, unfiltered portrait of the…

By Poppy Reid - May 3, 2017
Excerpt: Mark Holden spills all in book 'My Idol Years'

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Excerpt: Mark Holden spills all in book 'My Idol Years'

The former pop star, actor, Australian Idol judge, 'touchdown' founder, 'Absolutely Everybody' co-writer and barrister has released his memoir 'My Idol Years'. His honest, unfiltered portrait of the…

By Poppy Reid - May 3, 2017
How skate punk became the latest musical trend... again

How skate punk became the latest musical trend... again

There’s a new trend in town: a bunch of kids in a garage bashing out punk tunes inspired by slacking, skating, surfing, smoking, and the belief that anything remotely approaching authority is…

By Nathan Jolly - May 2, 2017
How skate punk became the latest musical trend... again

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How skate punk became the latest musical trend... again

There’s a new trend in town: a bunch of kids in a garage bashing out punk tunes inspired by slacking, skating, surfing, smoking, and the belief that anything remotely approaching authority is…

By Nathan Jolly - May 2, 2017
Sydney DJ Mo’funk shares his insider knowledge from ten years on the Ibiza scene

Sydney DJ Mo’funk shares his insider knowledge from ten years on the Ibiza scene

Sydney DJ and producer Mo’funk is one of our dance scene’s finest exports. He cut his teeth at the SAE Creative Media Institute in Sydney, and has now been active on the legendary Ibiza club circuit…

By Poppy Reid - Apr 28, 2017
Sydney DJ Mo’funk shares his insider knowledge from ten years on the Ibiza scene

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Sydney DJ Mo’funk shares his insider knowledge from ten years on the Ibiza scene

Sydney DJ and producer Mo’funk is one of our dance scene’s finest exports. He cut his teeth at the SAE Creative Media Institute in Sydney, and has now been active on the legendary Ibiza club circuit…

By Poppy Reid - Apr 28, 2017
Call It A Hunch: The Nights - ’Double Slit’

Call It A Hunch: The Nights - ’Double Slit’

In this new regular feature, TMN zooms in on a track that’s picking up serious buzz. This week, we caught up with Sydney trio The Nights. Their throbbing, luminous track Double Slit has copped…

By Staff Writer - Apr 27, 2017
Call It A Hunch: The Nights - ’Double Slit’

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Call It A Hunch: The Nights - ’Double Slit’

In this new regular feature, TMN zooms in on a track that’s picking up serious buzz. This week, we caught up with Sydney trio The Nights. Their throbbing, luminous track Double Slit has copped…

By Staff Writer - Apr 27, 2017
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