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SXSW Sydney 2025: Here's the First Wave of Music Conference Speakers

SXSW Sydney 2025: Here's the First Wave of Music Conference Speakers

The hot topics on the conference stages will include the state of independence, digital strategy, and the opportunities and challenges of AI.

By Lars Brandle - May 27, 2025
SXSW Sydney 2025: Here's the First Wave of Music Conference Speakers

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SXSW Sydney 2025: Here's the First Wave of Music Conference Speakers

The hot topics on the conference stages will include the state of independence, digital strategy, and the opportunities and challenges of AI.

By Lars Brandle - May 27, 2025
Australia’s ‘Music Industry Is Now Bigger Than It Has Ever Been’: Spotify’s Ben Watts Explores ‘Loud & Clear’ Report

Australia’s ‘Music Industry Is Now Bigger Than It Has Ever Been’: Spotify’s Ben Watts Explores ‘Loud & Clear’ Report

CYRIL, FISHER, The Kid LAROI and Royel Otis are among the Class of 2024, Australian acts crashing borders on Spotify.

By Lars Brandle - May 27, 2025
Australia’s ‘Music Industry Is Now Bigger Than It Has Ever Been’: Spotify’s Ben Watts Explores ‘Loud & Clear’ Report

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Australia’s ‘Music Industry Is Now Bigger Than It Has Ever Been’: Spotify’s Ben Watts Explores ‘Loud & Clear’ Report

CYRIL, FISHER, The Kid LAROI and Royel Otis are among the Class of 2024, Australian acts crashing borders on Spotify.

By Lars Brandle - May 27, 2025
Warren Ellis Touring New Doc 'Ellis Park' with Q&A Events

Warren Ellis Touring New Doc 'Ellis Park' with Q&A Events

Warren Ellis will tour a string of special Q&A events this June ahead of the release of his new documentary, 'Ellis Park'.

By Sarah Downs - May 26, 2025
Warren Ellis Touring New Doc 'Ellis Park' with Q&A Events

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Warren Ellis Touring New Doc 'Ellis Park' with Q&A Events

Warren Ellis will tour a string of special Q&A events this June ahead of the release of his new documentary, 'Ellis Park'.

By Sarah Downs - May 26, 2025
Australian Acts Now Generate $300M In Royalties on Spotify: Report

Australian Acts Now Generate $300M In Royalties on Spotify: Report

According to new data published today, Australian artists generated more than $300 million in royalties on Spotify last year.

By Lars Brandle - May 26, 2025
Australian Acts Now Generate $300M In Royalties on Spotify: Report

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Australian Acts Now Generate $300M In Royalties on Spotify: Report

According to new data published today, Australian artists generated more than $300 million in royalties on Spotify last year.

By Lars Brandle - May 26, 2025
Dave Shapiro Death: Parkway Drive, Sum 41 & More Pay Tribute

Dave Shapiro Death: Parkway Drive, Sum 41 & More Pay Tribute

Parkway Drive, The Amity Affliction, and more have paid touching tributes to late music agent Dave Shapiro. 

By Conor Lochrie - May 26, 2025
Dave Shapiro Death: Parkway Drive, Sum 41 & More Pay Tribute

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Dave Shapiro Death: Parkway Drive, Sum 41 & More Pay Tribute

Parkway Drive, The Amity Affliction, and more have paid touching tributes to late music agent Dave Shapiro. 

By Conor Lochrie - May 26, 2025
Sydney Pop Punkers Head Back Toward Top of ARIA Albums Chart

Sydney Pop Punkers Head Back Toward Top of ARIA Albums Chart

Australia's own Stand Atlantic has stormed back up the ARIA Albums chart this week thanks to the deluxe edition of their 2024 album.

By Neil Griffiths - May 23, 2025
Sydney Pop Punkers Head Back Toward Top of ARIA Albums Chart

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Sydney Pop Punkers Head Back Toward Top of ARIA Albums Chart

Australia's own Stand Atlantic has stormed back up the ARIA Albums chart this week thanks to the deluxe edition of their 2024 album.

By Neil Griffiths - May 23, 2025
Mansionair Return with New Single After Signing to Sony

Mansionair Return with New Single After Signing to Sony

Mansionair have returned with new single 'Lose Yourself Again', their first release since signing with Sony Music Australia.

By Sarah Downs - May 23, 2025
Mansionair Return with New Single After Signing to Sony

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Mansionair Return with New Single After Signing to Sony

Mansionair have returned with new single 'Lose Yourself Again', their first release since signing with Sony Music Australia.

By Sarah Downs - May 23, 2025
Renowned Industry Veteran Dave Shapiro Dies in Plane Crash

Renowned Industry Veteran Dave Shapiro Dies in Plane Crash

Sound Talent Group co-founder Dave Shapiro, whose roster included Parkway Drive, has died in a plane crash in San Diego, California.

By Conor Lochrie - May 23, 2025
Renowned Industry Veteran Dave Shapiro Dies in Plane Crash

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Renowned Industry Veteran Dave Shapiro Dies in Plane Crash

Sound Talent Group co-founder Dave Shapiro, whose roster included Parkway Drive, has died in a plane crash in San Diego, California.

By Conor Lochrie - May 23, 2025
Alice Ivy, Bic Runga, Jordan Rakei Feature in New SongHubs Documentary

Alice Ivy, Bic Runga, Jordan Rakei Feature in New SongHubs Documentary

A new documentary from APRA AMCOS spotlights songwriters and producers across Australia, Aotearoa and beyond.

By Sarah Downs - May 22, 2025
Alice Ivy, Bic Runga, Jordan Rakei Feature in New SongHubs Documentary

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Alice Ivy, Bic Runga, Jordan Rakei Feature in New SongHubs Documentary

A new documentary from APRA AMCOS spotlights songwriters and producers across Australia, Aotearoa and beyond.

By Sarah Downs - May 22, 2025
Mariah Carey to Headline Returning Fridayz Live Australian Festival

Mariah Carey to Headline Returning Fridayz Live Australian Festival

The Australian Fridayz Live festival has revealed a massive lineup for its return in 2025, headlined by pop icon Mariah Carey.

By Neil Griffiths - May 22, 2025
Mariah Carey to Headline Returning Fridayz Live Australian Festival

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Mariah Carey to Headline Returning Fridayz Live Australian Festival

The Australian Fridayz Live festival has revealed a massive lineup for its return in 2025, headlined by pop icon Mariah Carey.

By Neil Griffiths - May 22, 2025
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