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The MRG Group Launches Australian Office, Appoints Graham Kennedy

The MRG Group Launches Australian Office, Appoints Graham Kennedy

The MRG Group is expanding its international footprint with the launch of MRG Live Australia, appointing longtime live entertainment executive Graham Kennedy to lead its new Sydney operation.Kennedy…

By Jade Kennedy - 2 hours ago
The MRG Group Launches Australian Office, Appoints Graham Kennedy

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The MRG Group Launches Australian Office, Appoints Graham Kennedy

The MRG Group is expanding its international footprint with the launch of MRG Live Australia, appointing longtime live entertainment executive Graham Kennedy to lead its new Sydney operation.Kennedy…

By Jade Kennedy - 2 hours ago
ARIA Awards Lock in 2026 Date and Venue for 40th Anniversary Celebration

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ARIA Awards Lock in 2026 Date and Venue for 40th Anniversary Celebration

The ARIA Awards will mark four decades of celebrating Australian music when the ceremony returns to Sydney this November.The 2026 ARIA Awards will take place at the Hordern Pavilion on Wednesday,…

By Lauren McNamara - 6 hours ago

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Jessie Parker Steps Down as Laneway Festival Director After 17 Years

Jessie Parker Steps Down as Laneway Festival Director After 17 Years

Laneway's General Manager and Festival Director Jessie Parker has announced she is stepping down after 17 years with the long-running Australian music festival.

By Lauren McNamara - Aug 17, 2026
Jessie Parker Steps Down as Laneway Festival Director After 17 Years

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Jessie Parker Steps Down as Laneway Festival Director After 17 Years

Laneway's General Manager and Festival Director Jessie Parker has announced she is stepping down after 17 years with the long-running Australian music festival.

By Lauren McNamara - Aug 17, 2026
Spotify and Kobalt Ink Licensing Deal for New Covers and Remixes Tool

Spotify and Kobalt Ink Licensing Deal for New Covers and Remixes Tool

Spotify has struck a licensing agreement with independent music publisher Kobalt to allow fans to create covers and remixes of songs on the platform.

By Lauren McNamara - Aug 17, 2026
Spotify and Kobalt Ink Licensing Deal for New Covers and Remixes Tool

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Spotify and Kobalt Ink Licensing Deal for New Covers and Remixes Tool

Spotify has struck a licensing agreement with independent music publisher Kobalt to allow fans to create covers and remixes of songs on the platform.

By Lauren McNamara - Aug 17, 2026
ARIA Charts: Casey Barnes Scores No. 1 Australian Album

ARIA Charts: Casey Barnes Scores No. 1 Australian Album

Country star Casey Barnes' latest album, 'MADE FOR THIS,' has debuted at No. 1 on this week's ARIA Australian Artist Albums chart.

By Neil Griffiths - Aug 14, 2026
ARIA Charts: Casey Barnes Scores No. 1 Australian Album

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ARIA Charts: Casey Barnes Scores No. 1 Australian Album

Country star Casey Barnes' latest album, 'MADE FOR THIS,' has debuted at No. 1 on this week's ARIA Australian Artist Albums chart.

By Neil Griffiths - Aug 14, 2026
Mel Parsons Claims First-Ever Top 40 #1 Album in New Zealand

Mel Parsons Claims First-Ever Top 40 #1 Album in New Zealand

Mel Parsons has claimed her first-ever Top 40 No. 1 album in Aotearoa new Zealand. In one of the best chart stories of the year so far, the Ōhinehou Lyttelton singer-songwriter takes the top spot on…

By Conor Lochrie - Aug 14, 2026
Mel Parsons Claims First-Ever Top 40 #1 Album in New Zealand

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Mel Parsons Claims First-Ever Top 40 #1 Album in New Zealand

Mel Parsons has claimed her first-ever Top 40 No. 1 album in Aotearoa new Zealand. In one of the best chart stories of the year so far, the Ōhinehou Lyttelton singer-songwriter takes the top spot on…

By Conor Lochrie - Aug 14, 2026
BIGSOUND Organisers Reveal Full 2026 Programme

BIGSOUND Organisers Reveal Full 2026 Programme

BIGSOUND organisers have revealed the full 2026 programme. Taking place this September 1st-4th, BIGSOUND 2026 will once again bring the global music industry to Brisbane's Fortitude Valley.Leading…

By Conor Lochrie - Aug 13, 2026
BIGSOUND Organisers Reveal Full 2026 Programme

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BIGSOUND Organisers Reveal Full 2026 Programme

BIGSOUND organisers have revealed the full 2026 programme. Taking place this September 1st-4th, BIGSOUND 2026 will once again bring the global music industry to Brisbane's Fortitude Valley.Leading…

By Conor Lochrie - Aug 13, 2026
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