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NSW Government's 'Game Changer' Vibrancy Reforms Have Passed Parliament

NSW Government's 'Game Changer' Vibrancy Reforms Have Passed Parliament

“It’s not overstating it to call these reforms a game changer for nightlife in NSW," says Night Time Industries Association CEO Mick Gibb.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 1, 2023
NSW Government's 'Game Changer' Vibrancy Reforms Have Passed Parliament

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NSW Government's 'Game Changer' Vibrancy Reforms Have Passed Parliament

“It’s not overstating it to call these reforms a game changer for nightlife in NSW," says Night Time Industries Association CEO Mick Gibb.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 1, 2023
Kobalt Signs ‘Rare Talent’ 9lives to Global Deal

Kobalt Signs ‘Rare Talent’ 9lives to Global Deal

Kobalt Signs Producer 9lives to Global Deal

By Lars Brandle - Dec 1, 2023
Kobalt Signs ‘Rare Talent’ 9lives to Global Deal

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Kobalt Signs ‘Rare Talent’ 9lives to Global Deal

Kobalt Signs Producer 9lives to Global Deal

By Lars Brandle - Dec 1, 2023
Taylor Swift, The Wiggles Dominate 2023 Spotify Wrapped

Taylor Swift, The Wiggles Dominate 2023 Spotify Wrapped

The Wiggles leads Spotify's top 5 "Australia Most-Streamed Local Artists," ahead of The Kid LAROI, Vance Joy, Flume and AC/DC, respectively.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 30, 2023
Taylor Swift, The Wiggles Dominate 2023 Spotify Wrapped

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Taylor Swift, The Wiggles Dominate 2023 Spotify Wrapped

The Wiggles leads Spotify's top 5 "Australia Most-Streamed Local Artists," ahead of The Kid LAROI, Vance Joy, Flume and AC/DC, respectively.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 30, 2023
Concord Music Publishing’s Jaime Gough Reflects on 20-Year Milestone: 'There Are No Limits to What We Can Achieve'

Concord Music Publishing’s Jaime Gough Reflects on 20-Year Milestone: 'There Are No Limits to What We Can Achieve'

"Whilst publishing is our primary focus, we plan to further develop the Concord Label Group in Australia and New Zealand," Gough tells TMN.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 29, 2023
Concord Music Publishing’s Jaime Gough Reflects on 20-Year Milestone: 'There Are No Limits to What We Can Achieve'

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Concord Music Publishing’s Jaime Gough Reflects on 20-Year Milestone: 'There Are No Limits to What We Can Achieve'

"Whilst publishing is our primary focus, we plan to further develop the Concord Label Group in Australia and New Zealand," Gough tells TMN.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 29, 2023
Troye Sivan, Genesis Owusu, Gretta Ray Lead Australian Music Prize Nominations

Troye Sivan, Genesis Owusu, Gretta Ray Lead Australian Music Prize Nominations

Only homegrown album released in the period from Jan. 1 to Oct. 27 2023 are eligible, with $30,000 set aside for the winner.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 29, 2023
Troye Sivan, Genesis Owusu, Gretta Ray Lead Australian Music Prize Nominations

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Troye Sivan, Genesis Owusu, Gretta Ray Lead Australian Music Prize Nominations

Only homegrown album released in the period from Jan. 1 to Oct. 27 2023 are eligible, with $30,000 set aside for the winner.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 29, 2023
From Triple J to TikTok and The Top 40: The Unusual Journey of Ocean Alley’s ‘Confidence’

From Triple J to TikTok and The Top 40: The Unusual Journey of Ocean Alley’s ‘Confidence’

The Australian indie band’s hit has found a clean set of heels, and, for the first time, it’s making a measurable impact in the U.S.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 28, 2023
From Triple J to TikTok and The Top 40: The Unusual Journey of Ocean Alley’s ‘Confidence’

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From Triple J to TikTok and The Top 40: The Unusual Journey of Ocean Alley’s ‘Confidence’

The Australian indie band’s hit has found a clean set of heels, and, for the first time, it’s making a measurable impact in the U.S.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 28, 2023
'Mushroom 50 Live' a Ratings Winner For the Seven Network

'Mushroom 50 Live' a Ratings Winner For the Seven Network

"Mushroom 50 Live" was the most-watched entertainment show of the night, capturing 557,000 viewers, and winning the night for Network 7.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 27, 2023
'Mushroom 50 Live' a Ratings Winner For the Seven Network

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'Mushroom 50 Live' a Ratings Winner For the Seven Network

"Mushroom 50 Live" was the most-watched entertainment show of the night, capturing 557,000 viewers, and winning the night for Network 7.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 27, 2023
5-Steps to a ‘Thriving’ Australian Music Industry: APRA AMCOS’ Dean Ormston Shares Blueprint

5-Steps to a ‘Thriving’ Australian Music Industry: APRA AMCOS’ Dean Ormston Shares Blueprint

Dean Ormston shared a five-step action plan, which, if realised, would fulfil a vision for a “thriving, diverse, inclusive and safe” biz.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 24, 2023
5-Steps to a ‘Thriving’ Australian Music Industry: APRA AMCOS’ Dean Ormston Shares Blueprint

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5-Steps to a ‘Thriving’ Australian Music Industry: APRA AMCOS’ Dean Ormston Shares Blueprint

Dean Ormston shared a five-step action plan, which, if realised, would fulfil a vision for a “thriving, diverse, inclusive and safe” biz.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 24, 2023
UNIFIED Grant 2023 Recipients Are Revealed

UNIFIED Grant 2023 Recipients Are Revealed

Those sharing in $25,000 are Bush Music Fund, Neurodivergent Artist Meet Ups from Nat Bartsch, Solar Sessions, Music in Exile and RELEASR.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 23, 2023
UNIFIED Grant 2023 Recipients Are Revealed

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UNIFIED Grant 2023 Recipients Are Revealed

Those sharing in $25,000 are Bush Music Fund, Neurodivergent Artist Meet Ups from Nat Bartsch, Solar Sessions, Music in Exile and RELEASR.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 23, 2023
Crowded House Has a No. 1 In the U.S. With ‘Don’t Dream It’s Over’

Crowded House Has a No. 1 In the U.S. With ‘Don’t Dream It’s Over’

The ARIA Hall of Fame-inducted folk-rock outfit reigns over Billboard’s Top TV Songs chart with “Don’t Dream It’s Over.”

By Lars Brandle - Nov 23, 2023
Crowded House Has a No. 1 In the U.S. With ‘Don’t Dream It’s Over’

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Crowded House Has a No. 1 In the U.S. With ‘Don’t Dream It’s Over’

The ARIA Hall of Fame-inducted folk-rock outfit reigns over Billboard’s Top TV Songs chart with “Don’t Dream It’s Over.”

By Lars Brandle - Nov 23, 2023
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