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An all-Aussie lineup created Jess Mauboy's new single, here's how it came together

An all-Aussie lineup created Jess Mauboy's new single, here's how it came together

When a major label pop artist (“the biggest pop star in Australia”) who’s worked with the likes of Dianne Warren, Flo-Rida, Babyface and Snoop Dogg, selects a 100% Australian track as the lead single…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 14, 2017
An all-Aussie lineup created Jess Mauboy's new single, here's how it came together

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An all-Aussie lineup created Jess Mauboy's new single, here's how it came together

When a major label pop artist (“the biggest pop star in Australia”) who’s worked with the likes of Dianne Warren, Flo-Rida, Babyface and Snoop Dogg, selects a 100% Australian track as the lead single…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 14, 2017
This week's 9 awesome jobs in music that could be yours

This week's 9 awesome jobs in music that could be yours

Some of the Australian music world’s biggest names often leave doors of opportunity ajar, just waiting for the right kind of professional music lover to come knocking. Our regularly-updated jobs…

By Brandon John - Jul 11, 2017
This week's 9 awesome jobs in music that could be yours

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This week's 9 awesome jobs in music that could be yours

Some of the Australian music world’s biggest names often leave doors of opportunity ajar, just waiting for the right kind of professional music lover to come knocking. Our regularly-updated jobs…

By Brandon John - Jul 11, 2017
Should Australia celebrate its musical landmarks with a plaque system?

Should Australia celebrate its musical landmarks with a plaque system?

England’s ‘blue plaque’ system is great when it comes to celebrating the heritage of significant areas of the country, marking notable birth-places, work-places, and basically anywhere that something…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 11, 2017
Should Australia celebrate its musical landmarks with a plaque system?

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Should Australia celebrate its musical landmarks with a plaque system?

England’s ‘blue plaque’ system is great when it comes to celebrating the heritage of significant areas of the country, marking notable birth-places, work-places, and basically anywhere that something…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 11, 2017
5 tips for your first job interview in the music industry

5 tips for your first job interview in the music industry

When SoundCloud announced it was laying off 40 staffers just over a week after Pandora shuttered its local operations, it didn't offer emerging industry figures much confidence about the local job…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 10, 2017
5 tips for your first job interview in the music industry

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5 tips for your first job interview in the music industry

When SoundCloud announced it was laying off 40 staffers just over a week after Pandora shuttered its local operations, it didn't offer emerging industry figures much confidence about the local job…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 10, 2017
From Lorde to Billboard: NZ’s Joel Little is the biggest thing on the US Charts this week

From Lorde to Billboard: NZ’s Joel Little is the biggest thing on the US Charts this week

When Joel Little took the stage alongside Lorde at the 2013 APRA Silver Scroll Awards in New Zealand, it would herald a new chapter for the relatively unknown songwriter and producer. Six months…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 7, 2017
From Lorde to Billboard: NZ’s Joel Little is the biggest thing on the US Charts this week

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From Lorde to Billboard: NZ’s Joel Little is the biggest thing on the US Charts this week

When Joel Little took the stage alongside Lorde at the 2013 APRA Silver Scroll Awards in New Zealand, it would herald a new chapter for the relatively unknown songwriter and producer. Six months…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 7, 2017
6 reasons you're not making money from your music

6 reasons you're not making money from your music

Knowing your worth as an artist is different to being paid for it. You may think you have all revenue streams covered, but unless you moonlight as an accountant, you could be missing out on some…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 4, 2017
6 reasons you're not making money from your music

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6 reasons you're not making money from your music

Knowing your worth as an artist is different to being paid for it. You may think you have all revenue streams covered, but unless you moonlight as an accountant, you could be missing out on some…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 4, 2017
How to break overseas: With non-stop touring muso Stu Larsen

How to break overseas: With non-stop touring muso Stu Larsen

Currently, Stu Larsen is splitting his time between continents, whether it be his native Australia, Europe, Asia or North America. The Toowomba-born nomad may not be selling out arenas in his home…

By Poppy Reid - Jun 30, 2017
How to break overseas: With non-stop touring muso Stu Larsen

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How to break overseas: With non-stop touring muso Stu Larsen

Currently, Stu Larsen is splitting his time between continents, whether it be his native Australia, Europe, Asia or North America. The Toowomba-born nomad may not be selling out arenas in his home…

By Poppy Reid - Jun 30, 2017
"It’s our duty to push the boundaries": Four programming pros on diverse lineups

"It’s our duty to push the boundaries": Four programming pros on diverse lineups

Whether it’s local gigs or major festivals, it’s safe to say that a bill groaning with guitar-toting straight dudes doesn’t feel quite right any more but it still happens, and when it does, people…

By Unknown Author - Jun 29, 2017
"It’s our duty to push the boundaries": Four programming pros on diverse lineups

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"It’s our duty to push the boundaries": Four programming pros on diverse lineups

Whether it’s local gigs or major festivals, it’s safe to say that a bill groaning with guitar-toting straight dudes doesn’t feel quite right any more but it still happens, and when it does, people…

By Unknown Author - Jun 29, 2017
Watching the throne: The evolution of Jay-Z

Watching the throne: The evolution of Jay-Z

If there was one thing that could have killed Jay-Z’s career, it was success. The music of Shawn Carter has always been defined by its scrappiness, his songs underpinned by an explicit sympathy for…

By Poppy Reid - Jun 29, 2017
Watching the throne: The evolution of Jay-Z

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Watching the throne: The evolution of Jay-Z

If there was one thing that could have killed Jay-Z’s career, it was success. The music of Shawn Carter has always been defined by its scrappiness, his songs underpinned by an explicit sympathy for…

By Poppy Reid - Jun 29, 2017
"We want to embarrass the government on a global stage": how the Lockout Memorials campaign took Keep Sydney Open worldwide

"We want to embarrass the government on a global stage": how the Lockout Memorials campaign took Keep Sydney Open worldwide

"Are you fucked off about the lockouts?" That s the subject line of an all-office email Jonno Seidler sent a week into a new job, which kicked off the now-notorious Lockout Memorial plaques campaign…

By Music Network - Jun 29, 2017
"We want to embarrass the government on a global stage": how the Lockout Memorials campaign took Keep Sydney Open worldwide

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"We want to embarrass the government on a global stage": how the Lockout Memorials campaign took Keep Sydney Open worldwide

"Are you fucked off about the lockouts?" That s the subject line of an all-office email Jonno Seidler sent a week into a new job, which kicked off the now-notorious Lockout Memorial plaques campaign…

By Music Network - Jun 29, 2017
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