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Billy McFarland Talks Fyre Fest 2: ‘Paying Everybody Back Is The Most Important Thing For Me’

Billy McFarland Talks Fyre Fest 2: ‘Paying Everybody Back Is The Most Important Thing For Me’

“I’m scared of losing the magic that the chaos of Fyre 1 created,” Billy McFarland reckons, “by making it so professional."

By Lars Brandle - Apr 2, 2024
Billy McFarland Talks Fyre Fest 2: ‘Paying Everybody Back Is The Most Important Thing For Me’

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Billy McFarland Talks Fyre Fest 2: ‘Paying Everybody Back Is The Most Important Thing For Me’

“I’m scared of losing the magic that the chaos of Fyre 1 created,” Billy McFarland reckons, “by making it so professional."

By Lars Brandle - Apr 2, 2024
Michael McMartin, Celebrated Hoodoo Gurus Manager, Dies at 79

Michael McMartin, Celebrated Hoodoo Gurus Manager, Dies at 79

Despite “the best efforts of his medical team,” reads a statement,” McMartin succumbed to his illness peacefully” on Easter Sunday.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 1, 2024
Michael McMartin, Celebrated Hoodoo Gurus Manager, Dies at 79

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Michael McMartin, Celebrated Hoodoo Gurus Manager, Dies at 79

Despite “the best efforts of his medical team,” reads a statement,” McMartin succumbed to his illness peacefully” on Easter Sunday.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 1, 2024
‘We Are Devastated’: Music Industry Reacts to Splendour 2024 Cancellation

‘We Are Devastated’: Music Industry Reacts to Splendour 2024 Cancellation

“We are devastated by the news of Splendour’s cancellation,” comments Mitch Wilson, managing director, Australian Festival Association.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 28, 2024
‘We Are Devastated’: Music Industry Reacts to Splendour 2024 Cancellation

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‘We Are Devastated’: Music Industry Reacts to Splendour 2024 Cancellation

“We are devastated by the news of Splendour’s cancellation,” comments Mitch Wilson, managing director, Australian Festival Association.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 28, 2024
Splendour in the Grass 2024 Is Cancelled: Sources

Splendour in the Grass 2024 Is Cancelled: Sources

Kylie Minogue was set to headline Splendour in the Grass 2024, though sources tell The Brag that this year's edition is canned.

By Conor Lochrie - Mar 27, 2024
Splendour in the Grass 2024 Is Cancelled: Sources

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Splendour in the Grass 2024 Is Cancelled: Sources

Kylie Minogue was set to headline Splendour in the Grass 2024, though sources tell The Brag that this year's edition is canned.

By Conor Lochrie - Mar 27, 2024
Lemon Tree Music Outlines ‘Vision of Growth,’ Promotes Kristie McCarthy & Krystal Hingston

Lemon Tree Music Outlines ‘Vision of Growth,’ Promotes Kristie McCarthy & Krystal Hingston

Rising up the ranks at LTM is Kristie McCarthy, now head of artist management, and Krystal Hingston, as head of operations and projects.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 27, 2024
Lemon Tree Music Outlines ‘Vision of Growth,’ Promotes Kristie McCarthy & Krystal Hingston

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Lemon Tree Music Outlines ‘Vision of Growth,’ Promotes Kristie McCarthy & Krystal Hingston

Rising up the ranks at LTM is Kristie McCarthy, now head of artist management, and Krystal Hingston, as head of operations and projects.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 27, 2024
Crowded House Win Icon Award at 2024 Shure Rolling Stone Australia Awards

Crowded House Win Icon Award at 2024 Shure Rolling Stone Australia Awards

Tones and I, Dom Dolla, Peach PRC, and more were also honoured at the 2024 Shure Rolling Stone Australia Awards

By Conor Lochrie - Mar 26, 2024
Crowded House Win Icon Award at 2024 Shure Rolling Stone Australia Awards

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Crowded House Win Icon Award at 2024 Shure Rolling Stone Australia Awards

Tones and I, Dom Dolla, Peach PRC, and more were also honoured at the 2024 Shure Rolling Stone Australia Awards

By Conor Lochrie - Mar 26, 2024
One Year After Election, Minns’ NSW Gov’t Heralds ‘Live Music Revival’

One Year After Election, Minns’ NSW Gov’t Heralds ‘Live Music Revival’

A year after sweeping into power, Labor is claiming a win for live music, with the number of venues hosting live performances lifting by 84%.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 26, 2024
One Year After Election, Minns’ NSW Gov’t Heralds ‘Live Music Revival’

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One Year After Election, Minns’ NSW Gov’t Heralds ‘Live Music Revival’

A year after sweeping into power, Labor is claiming a win for live music, with the number of venues hosting live performances lifting by 84%.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 26, 2024
Kim Williams' Message to ABC and Triple J Staff: No More Bias

Kim Williams' Message to ABC and Triple J Staff: No More Bias

With Williams at the helm, the ABC is a place of responsible journalism, a source of “contemporary relevance,” facts matter, bias is out.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 26, 2024
Kim Williams' Message to ABC and Triple J Staff: No More Bias

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Kim Williams' Message to ABC and Triple J Staff: No More Bias

With Williams at the helm, the ABC is a place of responsible journalism, a source of “contemporary relevance,” facts matter, bias is out.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 26, 2024
Australia’s Recorded Music Industry Posts Double-Digit Growth In 2023

Australia’s Recorded Music Industry Posts Double-Digit Growth In 2023

“The data paints a clear picture: music is a big business in Australia,” comments ARIA CEO Annabelle Herd. But it's not all good news.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 25, 2024
Australia’s Recorded Music Industry Posts Double-Digit Growth In 2023

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Australia’s Recorded Music Industry Posts Double-Digit Growth In 2023

“The data paints a clear picture: music is a big business in Australia,” comments ARIA CEO Annabelle Herd. But it's not all good news.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 25, 2024
IFPI ‘Global Music Report’: Australia Remains In Top 10 as Worldwide Revenue Grows 10.2%

IFPI ‘Global Music Report’: Australia Remains In Top 10 as Worldwide Revenue Grows 10.2%

Australia did its part. Revenue lifted by 11.3% year-on-year, as the territory locked in another global top 10 spot, at No. 10.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 22, 2024
IFPI ‘Global Music Report’: Australia Remains In Top 10 as Worldwide Revenue Grows 10.2%

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IFPI ‘Global Music Report’: Australia Remains In Top 10 as Worldwide Revenue Grows 10.2%

Australia did its part. Revenue lifted by 11.3% year-on-year, as the territory locked in another global top 10 spot, at No. 10.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 22, 2024
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