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'It's an Institution': Peter Noble Talks Long-Term Future of Bluesfest

'It's an Institution': Peter Noble Talks Long-Term Future of Bluesfest

"Certain things are going to have to happen now for it to move into the next decade,” Peter Noble tells TMN.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 24, 2025
'It's an Institution': Peter Noble Talks Long-Term Future of Bluesfest

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'It's an Institution': Peter Noble Talks Long-Term Future of Bluesfest

"Certain things are going to have to happen now for it to move into the next decade,” Peter Noble tells TMN.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 24, 2025
Applications Open for APRA's Mentorship Program for Women and Gender Diverse Music Creators

Applications Open for APRA's Mentorship Program for Women and Gender Diverse Music Creators

APRA AMCOS has announced that applications for its dedicated mentorship program for women and gender diverse music creators are now open. The program, 23%, has 14 available spots and will pair…

By Neil Griffiths - Apr 23, 2025
Applications Open for APRA's Mentorship Program for Women and Gender Diverse Music Creators

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Applications Open for APRA's Mentorship Program for Women and Gender Diverse Music Creators

APRA AMCOS has announced that applications for its dedicated mentorship program for women and gender diverse music creators are now open. The program, 23%, has 14 available spots and will pair…

By Neil Griffiths - Apr 23, 2025
Bluesfest, Yours and Owls Among Beneficiaries of NSW Government’s ‘Financial Lifeline’

Bluesfest, Yours and Owls Among Beneficiaries of NSW Government’s ‘Financial Lifeline’

Bluesfest, Yours and Owls, Lost Paradise, Listen Out and Field Day were the five music festivals that got support from the Contemporary Music Festival Viability Fund.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 22, 2025
Bluesfest, Yours and Owls Among Beneficiaries of NSW Government’s ‘Financial Lifeline’

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Bluesfest, Yours and Owls Among Beneficiaries of NSW Government’s ‘Financial Lifeline’

Bluesfest, Yours and Owls, Lost Paradise, Listen Out and Field Day were the five music festivals that got support from the Contemporary Music Festival Viability Fund.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 22, 2025
‘Festivals Are Back’: Bluesfest 2025 Boasts Third-Biggest Attendance

‘Festivals Are Back’: Bluesfest 2025 Boasts Third-Biggest Attendance

“We’ve had the highest attendance of any Australian festival since pre-COVID at 109,000 attendances - the third-biggest event we've done".

By Lars Brandle - Apr 22, 2025
‘Festivals Are Back’: Bluesfest 2025 Boasts Third-Biggest Attendance

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‘Festivals Are Back’: Bluesfest 2025 Boasts Third-Biggest Attendance

“We’ve had the highest attendance of any Australian festival since pre-COVID at 109,000 attendances - the third-biggest event we've done".

By Lars Brandle - Apr 22, 2025
Labor's Revive Live Gets $16.4 Million Boost to Back Australian Music

Labor's Revive Live Gets $16.4 Million Boost to Back Australian Music

APRA AMCOS has welcomed the Australian Government’s decision to add another $16.4 million to the Revive Live program.

By [email protected] - Apr 22, 2025
Labor's Revive Live Gets $16.4 Million Boost to Back Australian Music

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Labor's Revive Live Gets $16.4 Million Boost to Back Australian Music

APRA AMCOS has welcomed the Australian Government’s decision to add another $16.4 million to the Revive Live program.

By [email protected] - Apr 22, 2025
Nettwerk Signs Prominent New Zealand Indie-Pop Band

Nettwerk Signs Prominent New Zealand Indie-Pop Band

Nettwerk Music Group has added another act to its ever-expanding roster. On Tuesday, the independent record label announced the signing of New Zealand indie-pop band, Yumi Zouma. To celebrate the…

By Neil Griffiths - Apr 22, 2025
Nettwerk Signs Prominent New Zealand Indie-Pop Band

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Nettwerk Signs Prominent New Zealand Indie-Pop Band

Nettwerk Music Group has added another act to its ever-expanding roster. On Tuesday, the independent record label announced the signing of New Zealand indie-pop band, Yumi Zouma. To celebrate the…

By Neil Griffiths - Apr 22, 2025
Nominations Open for 2025 AWMAs, #NominateThem Campaign Launches

Nominations Open for 2025 AWMAs, #NominateThem Campaign Launches

Nominations have officially opened for the 2025 Australian Women in Music Awards (AWMAs), with organisers urging the industry to spotlight under-recognised talent across all sectors of the music…

By Jade Kennedy - Apr 22, 2025
Nominations Open for 2025 AWMAs, #NominateThem Campaign Launches

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Nominations Open for 2025 AWMAs, #NominateThem Campaign Launches

Nominations have officially opened for the 2025 Australian Women in Music Awards (AWMAs), with organisers urging the industry to spotlight under-recognised talent across all sectors of the music…

By Jade Kennedy - Apr 22, 2025
Bluesfest Will Return in 2026

Bluesfest Will Return in 2026

Though the 2025 event was said to be the final edition, the Byron Bay spectacle will return in 2026, organisers have announced.

By Neil Griffiths - Apr 22, 2025
Bluesfest Will Return in 2026

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Bluesfest Will Return in 2026

Though the 2025 event was said to be the final edition, the Byron Bay spectacle will return in 2026, organisers have announced.

By Neil Griffiths - Apr 22, 2025
Australian Greens Announce $20 Million Annual Festivals Support Plan

Australian Greens Announce $20 Million Annual Festivals Support Plan

With Australia’s festival circuit under intense strain from rising insurance costs, climate impacts, and reduced consumer spending, the Australian Greens have announced a $20 million annual Festivals…

By Jade Kennedy - Apr 18, 2025
Australian Greens Announce $20 Million Annual Festivals Support Plan

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Australian Greens Announce $20 Million Annual Festivals Support Plan

With Australia’s festival circuit under intense strain from rising insurance costs, climate impacts, and reduced consumer spending, the Australian Greens have announced a $20 million annual Festivals…

By Jade Kennedy - Apr 18, 2025
Bliss n Eso Land Fourth ARIA No. 1 Album Debut with ‘The Moon (The Light Side)’

Bliss n Eso Land Fourth ARIA No. 1 Album Debut with ‘The Moon (The Light Side)’

Australian hip hop veterans Bliss n Eso have debuted at No. 1 on the ARIA Albums Chart with their eighth studio album The Moon (The Light Side), marking their fourth career chart-topper. The album…

By Jade Kennedy - Apr 18, 2025
Bliss n Eso Land Fourth ARIA No. 1 Album Debut with ‘The Moon (The Light Side)’

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Bliss n Eso Land Fourth ARIA No. 1 Album Debut with ‘The Moon (The Light Side)’

Australian hip hop veterans Bliss n Eso have debuted at No. 1 on the ARIA Albums Chart with their eighth studio album The Moon (The Light Side), marking their fourth career chart-topper. The album…

By Jade Kennedy - Apr 18, 2025
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