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AIR announces Rdio as major partner of Independent Music Awards

The Australian Independent Record Labels Association (AIR) has announced streaming service Rdio as its major partner for the 2014 Carlton Dry Independent Awards. Rdio Australia will present the Best…

Q&A: Adam Alpert discusses his JV with Sony/ATV

Most know Adam Alpert as the manager behind New York City DJ/production duo The Chainsmokers. Alpert was integral in placing the duo’s track #SELFIE into international consciousness – it hit #3 on…

New Zealander found guilty of copyright infringement

A New Zealand Vodafone customer has been ordered to pay industry association Recorded Music Zealand NZ $738.96 in costs, damages and “deterrent” payments. The ruling came after the unnamed customer…

Courtney Barnett nominated for UK award

Melbourne-based singer/songwriter Courtney Barnett continues her ascension in the international music scene with a nomination for an AIM Independent Music Award. Barnett received her nomination in…

Spotify partners with BandPage to further align with merchandising

Spotify has broadened its reach into e-commerce through a partnership with music technology company BandPage. BandPage, a free app that allows musicians to sell tickets and products and share…

Dr Dre tops Forbes’ Hip Hop Cash Kings list

Forbes has published its list of highest earners in hip hop and Dr Dre has come out on top as the biggest Cash King. The Aftermath Records Founder and CEO is riding high thanks to the sale of Beats…

Sydney band Vices join Resist Records

Resist Records has announced Sydney melodic-hardcore outfit Vices are the latest addition to the label’s roster, joining the ranks of other influential Australian acts such as Parkway Drive, 50…

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Apple denies Beats Music shuttering

Apple has responded to multiple reports which suggest it will shut down its acquired streaming service Beats Music. Apple has denied overnight reports published by tech news websites like The Verge,…

Submissions open for 2015 Indent Partnership Grants

Applications are open for the 2015 Indent Partnership Grants program, developed for young people to stage youth music events. Funded by ArtsNSW, this grants fall under two categories: The Grass Roots…