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How music livestreaming is increasingly embracing virtual tipping and direct payments to artists

From March 2020, the more finance-savvy cash-strapped Australian acts learned to request tips during their livestreaming performances.

Is APRA AMCOS' 'monopoly' good or bad?

“We understand we hold a monopoly position, and it is incumbent on us to always prove we provide a benefit," says APRA AMCOS CEO Dean Ormston.

APRA AMCOS CEO's big ambition for Australia

Dean Ormston joked, “I’ve had someone say, ‘You’re on drugs and you’re going to die before that ever happens’.”

How does APRA AMCOS make money?

Chatting with The Industry Observer, APRA AMCOS CEO Dean Ormston provided an explanation on how the company makes money.

The genius gift BMG & Dope Lemon sent out to the industry

Dean Ormston discusses Brett Cottle’s legacy at APRA AMCOS

TIO invited APRA AMCOS CEO Dean Ormston to guest on Fear At The Top where he discussed the legacy of his predecessor, Brett Cottle.

Cancellations, creativity and community: How Australia's music and arts festivals are weathering the pandemic storm

With the pandemic far from over, festivals are still having to make last-minute changes to their programs.

Lime Cordiale on the strategy behind their Hottest 100 record-breaking album

Oli Leimbach and manager Andrew Stone explain the strategy behind the release of '14 Steps To A Better You'

Behind TikTok’s new sea shanties phenomenon

There's something strange going on over on TikTok.

Make your music company support of First Nations peoples count this Invasion Day

This Invasion Day, a number of rallies and marches will take place across the country in recognition of First Nations people.