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Prince Estate recommends a judge void the US$31M Universal deal

Prince Estate recommends a judge void the US$31M Universal deal

A slab of Prince’s music may yet return to the bargaining table after the late artist’s estate recommended a judge void the multi-million dollar licensing deal done with Universal Music Group. The…

By Poppy Reid - May 23, 2017
Prince Estate recommends a judge void the US$31M Universal deal

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Prince Estate recommends a judge void the US$31M Universal deal

A slab of Prince’s music may yet return to the bargaining table after the late artist’s estate recommended a judge void the multi-million dollar licensing deal done with Universal Music Group. The…

By Poppy Reid - May 23, 2017
What the industry was saying about Spotify five years ago

What the industry was saying about Spotify five years ago

"G'day Australia. Spotify here", began the cheery message from the company, announcing the Australian launch of a service that would revolutionise the way we listen to music, the way our sales charts…

By Nathan Jolly - May 23, 2017
What the industry was saying about Spotify five years ago

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What the industry was saying about Spotify five years ago

"G'day Australia. Spotify here", began the cheery message from the company, announcing the Australian launch of a service that would revolutionise the way we listen to music, the way our sales charts…

By Nathan Jolly - May 23, 2017
Freelancers lose $9K a year through working for free, explosions at Ariana Grande concert, and more

Freelancers lose $9K a year through working for free, explosions at Ariana Grande concert, and more

Here's all the music industry news you need to know this morning. A survey last year showed freelancers working in the creative industries lose £5,394 (AU$9,380) each a year through working for free.…

By Poppy Reid - May 23, 2017
Freelancers lose $9K a year through working for free, explosions at Ariana Grande concert, and more

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Freelancers lose $9K a year through working for free, explosions at Ariana Grande concert, and more

Here's all the music industry news you need to know this morning. A survey last year showed freelancers working in the creative industries lose £5,394 (AU$9,380) each a year through working for free.…

By Poppy Reid - May 23, 2017
Pandora sued for trademark infringement

Pandora sued for trademark infringement

When Pandora unveiled its new logo and branding last October, it ushered in a new era for the one-time internet radio giant as it moved to compete with subscription leaders Apple Music and Spotify.…

By Poppy Reid - May 23, 2017
Pandora sued for trademark infringement

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Pandora sued for trademark infringement

When Pandora unveiled its new logo and branding last October, it ushered in a new era for the one-time internet radio giant as it moved to compete with subscription leaders Apple Music and Spotify.…

By Poppy Reid - May 23, 2017
Drake sets new record at Billboard Awards with 13 wins

Drake sets new record at Billboard Awards with 13 wins

Photo: Mario Anzuoni/Reuters Drake truly triumphed at the Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas last night. Not only did he set a new record by picking up 13 awards in a single night (and surpassed…

By Music Network - May 22, 2017
Drake sets new record at Billboard Awards with 13 wins

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Drake sets new record at Billboard Awards with 13 wins

Photo: Mario Anzuoni/Reuters Drake truly triumphed at the Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas last night. Not only did he set a new record by picking up 13 awards in a single night (and surpassed…

By Music Network - May 22, 2017
RadioApp increases in-car radio listening

RadioApp increases in-car radio listening

Radio accounts for 80% of in-car listening. The Australian commercial radio sector is ensuring that it stays that way by allowing consumers to stream over 250 radio stations in their cars. The sector…

By Christie Eliezer - May 22, 2017
RadioApp increases in-car radio listening

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RadioApp increases in-car radio listening

Radio accounts for 80% of in-car listening. The Australian commercial radio sector is ensuring that it stays that way by allowing consumers to stream over 250 radio stations in their cars. The sector…

By Christie Eliezer - May 22, 2017
19 killed after explosion at Manchester Ariana Grande show

19 killed after explosion at Manchester Ariana Grande show

Image: a still from footage circulating on social media and news site, showing concertgoers exiting the arena after the incident. Greater Manchester Police have confirmed that 19 people have died and…

By Music Network - May 22, 2017
19 killed after explosion at Manchester Ariana Grande show

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19 killed after explosion at Manchester Ariana Grande show

Image: a still from footage circulating on social media and news site, showing concertgoers exiting the arena after the incident. Greater Manchester Police have confirmed that 19 people have died and…

By Music Network - May 22, 2017
Entries are now open to WA artists for a $5,000 touring grant

Entries are now open to WA artists for a $5,000 touring grant

It was just last week that WA was naming its Song of the Year in the annual WAM Awards, and handing 0ut $40,000 worth of prizes to a bunch of winners. But even for those lucky few, living on the far…

By Brandon John - May 22, 2017
Entries are now open to WA artists for a $5,000 touring grant

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Entries are now open to WA artists for a $5,000 touring grant

It was just last week that WA was naming its Song of the Year in the annual WAM Awards, and handing 0ut $40,000 worth of prizes to a bunch of winners. But even for those lucky few, living on the far…

By Brandon John - May 22, 2017
Back to Biz: New report on Spotify's growth, Coldplay tour in numbers, and more

Back to Biz: New report on Spotify's growth, Coldplay tour in numbers, and more

Breaking Biz Spotify offers stats and figures on 5th birthday Today (May 22) marks the fifth year since Spotify opened for business in Australia, and to celebrate its milestone the streaming giant is…

By Poppy Reid - May 22, 2017
Back to Biz: New report on Spotify's growth, Coldplay tour in numbers, and more

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Back to Biz: New report on Spotify's growth, Coldplay tour in numbers, and more

Breaking Biz Spotify offers stats and figures on 5th birthday Today (May 22) marks the fifth year since Spotify opened for business in Australia, and to celebrate its milestone the streaming giant is…

By Poppy Reid - May 22, 2017
MusicNSW announce the Women In Electronic Music Masterclasses

MusicNSW announce the Women In Electronic Music Masterclasses

MusicNSW launched their excellent Women In Electronic Music Program earlier this year, and as part of this, they have teamed up with Native Tongue Music Publishing to offer the Women In Electronic…

By Nathan Jolly - May 22, 2017
MusicNSW announce the Women In Electronic Music Masterclasses

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MusicNSW announce the Women In Electronic Music Masterclasses

MusicNSW launched their excellent Women In Electronic Music Program earlier this year, and as part of this, they have teamed up with Native Tongue Music Publishing to offer the Women In Electronic…

By Nathan Jolly - May 22, 2017
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