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Sony Music’s acquisition of AWAL, neighbouring rights divisions means ‘more choices’ for creators

Sony Music’s acquisition of AWAL, neighbouring rights divisions means ‘more choices’ for creators

It’s business as usual for Nick Cave, Kevin Parker, Sia, Courtney Barnett and the phalanx of Australian acts and labels who rely on the services of AWAL and Kobalt Neighbouring Rights (KNR), which…

By Lars Brandle - Feb 2, 2021
Sony Music’s acquisition of AWAL, neighbouring rights divisions means ‘more choices’ for creators

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Sony Music’s acquisition of AWAL, neighbouring rights divisions means ‘more choices’ for creators

It’s business as usual for Nick Cave, Kevin Parker, Sia, Courtney Barnett and the phalanx of Australian acts and labels who rely on the services of AWAL and Kobalt Neighbouring Rights (KNR), which…

By Lars Brandle - Feb 2, 2021
Call for NSW venues bailout after PM digs in on JobKeeper

Call for NSW venues bailout after PM digs in on JobKeeper

"It’s much easier to save an existing music venue than to try and build an entirely new one".

By Christie Eliezer - Feb 2, 2021
Call for NSW venues bailout after PM digs in on JobKeeper

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Call for NSW venues bailout after PM digs in on JobKeeper

"It’s much easier to save an existing music venue than to try and build an entirely new one".

By Christie Eliezer - Feb 2, 2021
Brisbane's The Zoo welcomes 'Boo' Johnston and Cat Clarke as co-owners

Brisbane's The Zoo welcomes 'Boo' Johnston and Cat Clarke as co-owners

The Zoo's new ownership deal will lead to some much-needed renovations at the iconic venue.

By Caleb Triscari - Feb 2, 2021
Brisbane's The Zoo welcomes 'Boo' Johnston and Cat Clarke as co-owners

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Brisbane's The Zoo welcomes 'Boo' Johnston and Cat Clarke as co-owners

The Zoo's new ownership deal will lead to some much-needed renovations at the iconic venue.

By Caleb Triscari - Feb 2, 2021
Record label veteran Tim Kelly has joined the AIM team

Record label veteran Tim Kelly has joined the AIM team

Record label veteran Tim Kelly has joined AIM in Sydney in the newly created position of Program Director for Arts and Entertainment Management. Tim Kelly’s past roles are highly decorated having…

By Poppy Reid - Feb 2, 2021
Record label veteran Tim Kelly has joined the AIM team

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Record label veteran Tim Kelly has joined the AIM team

Record label veteran Tim Kelly has joined AIM in Sydney in the newly created position of Program Director for Arts and Entertainment Management. Tim Kelly’s past roles are highly decorated having…

By Poppy Reid - Feb 2, 2021
Sony Music pays US$430m for Kobalt’s recording, neighbouring rights

Sony Music pays US$430m for Kobalt’s recording, neighbouring rights

Sony Music’s indie operations have expanded after acquiring two of Kobalt Music Group’s divisions.

By Christie Eliezer - Feb 2, 2021
Sony Music pays US$430m for Kobalt’s recording, neighbouring rights

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Sony Music pays US$430m for Kobalt’s recording, neighbouring rights

Sony Music’s indie operations have expanded after acquiring two of Kobalt Music Group’s divisions.

By Christie Eliezer - Feb 2, 2021
Loma Vista drops Marilyn Manson in the wake of abuse allegations

Loma Vista drops Marilyn Manson in the wake of abuse allegations

Content warning: This article contains references to rape and sexual assault. Loma Vista records has confirmed that they will no longer be working with Marilyn Manson in the wake of the harrowing…

By Geordie Gray - Feb 2, 2021
Loma Vista drops Marilyn Manson in the wake of abuse allegations

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Loma Vista drops Marilyn Manson in the wake of abuse allegations

Content warning: This article contains references to rape and sexual assault. Loma Vista records has confirmed that they will no longer be working with Marilyn Manson in the wake of the harrowing…

By Geordie Gray - Feb 2, 2021
Ticketing platform Event Genius strikes deals in Australia

Ticketing platform Event Genius strikes deals in Australia

Australian festivals Lost Paradise, Wildlands and For The Love have signed deals with Festicket's Event Genius platform.

By Vivienne Kelly - Feb 2, 2021
Ticketing platform Event Genius strikes deals in Australia

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Ticketing platform Event Genius strikes deals in Australia

Australian festivals Lost Paradise, Wildlands and For The Love have signed deals with Festicket's Event Genius platform.

By Vivienne Kelly - Feb 2, 2021
Ngaiire signs with Dot Dash, new releases coming in 2021

Ngaiire signs with Dot Dash, new releases coming in 2021

Star-in-waiting Ngaiire has signed with Dot Dash Recordings ahead of a “big year” of new releases. The Papau New Guinea-born, Sydney-based future-soul singer joins a roster at the indie label that…

By Lars Brandle - Feb 1, 2021
Ngaiire signs with Dot Dash, new releases coming in 2021

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Ngaiire signs with Dot Dash, new releases coming in 2021

Star-in-waiting Ngaiire has signed with Dot Dash Recordings ahead of a “big year” of new releases. The Papau New Guinea-born, Sydney-based future-soul singer joins a roster at the indie label that…

By Lars Brandle - Feb 1, 2021
Sony Music Australia assembles executive players as the major label war rumbles on

Sony Music Australia assembles executive players as the major label war rumbles on

Sony Music Australia chairman and CEO Denis Handlin is rewarding four staff with promotions across its A R, promotions, brand partnerships and sync/licensing activities, as the music major hunts for…

By Lars Brandle - Feb 1, 2021
Sony Music Australia assembles executive players as the major label war rumbles on

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Sony Music Australia assembles executive players as the major label war rumbles on

Sony Music Australia chairman and CEO Denis Handlin is rewarding four staff with promotions across its A R, promotions, brand partnerships and sync/licensing activities, as the music major hunts for…

By Lars Brandle - Feb 1, 2021
Sony Music makes promotions across A&R, brand partnerships & sync

Sony Music makes promotions across A&R, brand partnerships & sync

Marietta Ouzas is now Sony Music's senior director of A&R.

By Vivienne Kelly - Feb 1, 2021
Sony Music makes promotions across A&R, brand partnerships & sync

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Sony Music makes promotions across A&R, brand partnerships & sync

Marietta Ouzas is now Sony Music's senior director of A&R.

By Vivienne Kelly - Feb 1, 2021
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