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Ticketmaster allegedly colluding with scalpers

Ticketmaster allegedly colluding with scalpers

Update (Sept. 21, 2018): Ticketmaster says reports of collusion with scalpers are “categorically untrue” Alarming reports out of Canada allege Ticketmaster has been funding and running its own…

By Poppy Reid - Sep 20, 2018
Ticketmaster allegedly colluding with scalpers

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Ticketmaster allegedly colluding with scalpers

Update (Sept. 21, 2018): Ticketmaster says reports of collusion with scalpers are “categorically untrue” Alarming reports out of Canada allege Ticketmaster has been funding and running its own…

By Poppy Reid - Sep 20, 2018
The Rubens' 'Never Ever' goes Platinum, new dates added as tour sells out

The Rubens' 'Never Ever' goes Platinum, new dates added as tour sells out

LO LA RU follows the band’s first two LPs; 2012’s The Rubens (#3 on the ARIA Album Chart, certified Platinum) and 2015’s Hoops (#2, certified Gold).

By Music Network - Sep 20, 2018
The Rubens' 'Never Ever' goes Platinum, new dates added as tour sells out

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The Rubens' 'Never Ever' goes Platinum, new dates added as tour sells out

LO LA RU follows the band’s first two LPs; 2012’s The Rubens (#3 on the ARIA Album Chart, certified Platinum) and 2015’s Hoops (#2, certified Gold).

By Music Network - Sep 20, 2018
iHeartRadio celebrated five years in Australia with special playlist, “the audio platform of choice for many Australians”

iHeartRadio celebrated five years in Australia with special playlist, “the audio platform of choice for many Australians”

The combined free, all-in-one digital music, live radio streaming, podcast and entertainment platform has been embraced by 1.2 million registered users and 1.7 million downloads of the app.

By Music Network - Sep 20, 2018
iHeartRadio celebrated five years in Australia with special playlist, “the audio platform of choice for many Australians”

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iHeartRadio celebrated five years in Australia with special playlist, “the audio platform of choice for many Australians”

The combined free, all-in-one digital music, live radio streaming, podcast and entertainment platform has been embraced by 1.2 million registered users and 1.7 million downloads of the app.

By Music Network - Sep 20, 2018
Spilt Milk will not be Canberra’s second pill-testing festival

Spilt Milk will not be Canberra’s second pill-testing festival

The ACT government might have been pro the tests, but because the festival is held on Commonwealth land the federal government could easily sabotage the decision.

By Staff Writer - Sep 20, 2018
Spilt Milk will not be Canberra’s second pill-testing festival

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Spilt Milk will not be Canberra’s second pill-testing festival

The ACT government might have been pro the tests, but because the festival is held on Commonwealth land the federal government could easily sabotage the decision.

By Staff Writer - Sep 20, 2018
The Weeknd and Daft Punk are facing a $5 million lawsuit over 'Starboy'

The Weeknd and Daft Punk are facing a $5 million lawsuit over 'Starboy'

French duo Daft Punk and Canadian singer The Weeknd are facing a $5 million lawsuit over claims they plagiarised their 2016 hit 'Starboy'. Back in 2016, The Weeknd teamed up with Daft Punk to deliver…

By Tyler Jenke - Sep 19, 2018
The Weeknd and Daft Punk are facing a $5 million lawsuit over 'Starboy'

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The Weeknd and Daft Punk are facing a $5 million lawsuit over 'Starboy'

French duo Daft Punk and Canadian singer The Weeknd are facing a $5 million lawsuit over claims they plagiarised their 2016 hit 'Starboy'. Back in 2016, The Weeknd teamed up with Daft Punk to deliver…

By Tyler Jenke - Sep 19, 2018
Alpha's Kailei Ginman 'tackling a huge music industry issue' with Australian-first agency

Alpha's Kailei Ginman 'tackling a huge music industry issue' with Australian-first agency

Kailei Ginman, former Lead Corporate Booking Agent at Ministry of Sound Australia, launched Australia's first all female and LGBTQI+ inclusive booking agency this week. Launched with the mission to…

By Poppy Reid - Sep 19, 2018
Alpha's Kailei Ginman 'tackling a huge music industry issue' with Australian-first agency

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Alpha's Kailei Ginman 'tackling a huge music industry issue' with Australian-first agency

Kailei Ginman, former Lead Corporate Booking Agent at Ministry of Sound Australia, launched Australia's first all female and LGBTQI+ inclusive booking agency this week. Launched with the mission to…

By Poppy Reid - Sep 19, 2018
Questions remain after CBAA's Amrap investigation

Questions remain after CBAA's Amrap investigation

An investigation into the management of the Australian Music Radio Airplay Project (Amrap) by the Community Broadcasting Association of Australia (CBAA) has found no evidence of past misuse of funds.…

By Lars Brandle - Sep 19, 2018
Questions remain after CBAA's Amrap investigation

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Questions remain after CBAA's Amrap investigation

An investigation into the management of the Australian Music Radio Airplay Project (Amrap) by the Community Broadcasting Association of Australia (CBAA) has found no evidence of past misuse of funds.…

By Lars Brandle - Sep 19, 2018
Second Hand Records is bringing NZ folk to the forefront

Second Hand Records is bringing NZ folk to the forefront

Forging new partnerships with the Australian folk community is a key priority for New Zealand label Second Hand Records. Formed by Finn McLennan-Elliott – who is also artistic director for the…

By Poppy Reid - Sep 19, 2018
Second Hand Records is bringing NZ folk to the forefront

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Second Hand Records is bringing NZ folk to the forefront

Forging new partnerships with the Australian folk community is a key priority for New Zealand label Second Hand Records. Formed by Finn McLennan-Elliott – who is also artistic director for the…

By Poppy Reid - Sep 19, 2018
First speakers announced for EMC Studio series

First speakers announced for EMC Studio series

The EMC Academy program is designed for students, budding artists and anyone who is curious about careers in music.

By Music Network - Sep 19, 2018
First speakers announced for EMC Studio series

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First speakers announced for EMC Studio series

The EMC Academy program is designed for students, budding artists and anyone who is curious about careers in music.

By Music Network - Sep 19, 2018
Women In Music Empowerment Day announces full live and panel lineups

Women In Music Empowerment Day announces full live and panel lineups

More empowerment for women in music than you could poke a drumstick at.

By Staff Writer - Sep 19, 2018
Women In Music Empowerment Day announces full live and panel lineups

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Women In Music Empowerment Day announces full live and panel lineups

More empowerment for women in music than you could poke a drumstick at.

By Staff Writer - Sep 19, 2018
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