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‘Missed The Mark Entirely’: APRA AMCOS' Response to Proposed Changes to Copyright Act

‘Missed The Mark Entirely’: APRA AMCOS' Response to Proposed Changes to Copyright Act

"Rather than undermining copyright protections, the Commission should explore investment incentives," reads APRA's submission.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 15, 2025
‘Missed The Mark Entirely’: APRA AMCOS' Response to Proposed Changes to Copyright Act

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‘Missed The Mark Entirely’: APRA AMCOS' Response to Proposed Changes to Copyright Act

"Rather than undermining copyright protections, the Commission should explore investment incentives," reads APRA's submission.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 15, 2025
Submissions Are Now Open For ‘First Sounds’ Volumes 13 and 14

Submissions Are Now Open For ‘First Sounds’ Volumes 13 and 14

Independent First Nations musicians are invited to submit “radio-ready music for consideration” at firstsounds.amrap.org.au.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 15, 2025
Submissions Are Now Open For ‘First Sounds’ Volumes 13 and 14

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Submissions Are Now Open For ‘First Sounds’ Volumes 13 and 14

Independent First Nations musicians are invited to submit “radio-ready music for consideration” at firstsounds.amrap.org.au.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 15, 2025
Local Talent, Smart Pre-Sales and Tourism Pull: Why Beyond the Valley Sold Out in Record Time

Local Talent, Smart Pre-Sales and Tourism Pull: Why Beyond the Valley Sold Out in Record Time

Beyond the Valley’s 10th edition sold out in under an hour, with record pre-sales, big local representation, and a $18.5M boost for Victoria.

By Jade Kennedy - Sep 15, 2025
Local Talent, Smart Pre-Sales and Tourism Pull: Why Beyond the Valley Sold Out in Record Time

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Local Talent, Smart Pre-Sales and Tourism Pull: Why Beyond the Valley Sold Out in Record Time

Beyond the Valley’s 10th edition sold out in under an hour, with record pre-sales, big local representation, and a $18.5M boost for Victoria.

By Jade Kennedy - Sep 15, 2025
ARIA Charts: John Butler’s ‘PRISM’ Powers to No. 3

ARIA Charts: John Butler’s ‘PRISM’ Powers to No. 3

ARIA Award winner John Butler starts at No. 3 with his solo release PRISM, the third in an expansive, four-part “seasons” project.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 12, 2025
ARIA Charts: John Butler’s ‘PRISM’ Powers to No. 3

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ARIA Charts: John Butler’s ‘PRISM’ Powers to No. 3

ARIA Award winner John Butler starts at No. 3 with his solo release PRISM, the third in an expansive, four-part “seasons” project.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 12, 2025
‘Should be Backing Aussie Talent’: Sarah Hanson-Young Weighs In On NRL, AFL Grand Final Entertainment

‘Should be Backing Aussie Talent’: Sarah Hanson-Young Weighs In On NRL, AFL Grand Final Entertainment

“Another day, another iconic Aussie sport shipping in an international artist and ignoring our homegrown talent.”

By Lars Brandle - Sep 12, 2025
‘Should be Backing Aussie Talent’: Sarah Hanson-Young Weighs In On NRL, AFL Grand Final Entertainment

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‘Should be Backing Aussie Talent’: Sarah Hanson-Young Weighs In On NRL, AFL Grand Final Entertainment

“Another day, another iconic Aussie sport shipping in an international artist and ignoring our homegrown talent.”

By Lars Brandle - Sep 12, 2025
Serenade Launches New Platform, Announces Global Hires

Serenade Launches New Platform, Announces Global Hires

The UK-based music-tech company has appointed Matt Drayton as Sales Lead and Jamie Parmenter as Operations and Product Lead.

By Conor Lochrie - Sep 11, 2025
Serenade Launches New Platform, Announces Global Hires

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Serenade Launches New Platform, Announces Global Hires

The UK-based music-tech company has appointed Matt Drayton as Sales Lead and Jamie Parmenter as Operations and Product Lead.

By Conor Lochrie - Sep 11, 2025
Global Creatures Grabs Stage Rights For ‘Boy Swallows Universe’

Global Creatures Grabs Stage Rights For ‘Boy Swallows Universe’

Trent Dalton’s beloved coming-of-age tale will come alive for a stage theatrical adaptation through Global Creatures.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 11, 2025
Global Creatures Grabs Stage Rights For ‘Boy Swallows Universe’

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Global Creatures Grabs Stage Rights For ‘Boy Swallows Universe’

Trent Dalton’s beloved coming-of-age tale will come alive for a stage theatrical adaptation through Global Creatures.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 11, 2025
NRL Head Slams AFL After Booking Teddy Swims for 2025 Grand Final

NRL Head Slams AFL After Booking Teddy Swims for 2025 Grand Final

With a major US artist booked to play both NRL and AFL grand finals, the NRL head took to 'The Today Show' to share some choice words.

By Alec Jones - Sep 11, 2025
NRL Head Slams AFL After Booking Teddy Swims for 2025 Grand Final

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NRL Head Slams AFL After Booking Teddy Swims for 2025 Grand Final

With a major US artist booked to play both NRL and AFL grand finals, the NRL head took to 'The Today Show' to share some choice words.

By Alec Jones - Sep 11, 2025
BIGSOUND Confirms 2026 Dates Following Successful 2025 Edition

BIGSOUND Confirms 2026 Dates Following Successful 2025 Edition

BIGSOUND has confirmed its dates for 2026, after wrapping up another successful year in Brisbane's Fortitude Valley.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 10, 2025
BIGSOUND Confirms 2026 Dates Following Successful 2025 Edition

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BIGSOUND Confirms 2026 Dates Following Successful 2025 Edition

BIGSOUND has confirmed its dates for 2026, after wrapping up another successful year in Brisbane's Fortitude Valley.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 10, 2025
Teddy Swims Is the 2025 NRL Grand Final Headliner

Teddy Swims Is the 2025 NRL Grand Final Headliner

Teddy Swims will headline the prestigious event while touring Australia and New Zealand arenas next month.

By Conor Lochrie - Sep 10, 2025
Teddy Swims Is the 2025 NRL Grand Final Headliner

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Teddy Swims Is the 2025 NRL Grand Final Headliner

Teddy Swims will headline the prestigious event while touring Australia and New Zealand arenas next month.

By Conor Lochrie - Sep 10, 2025
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