live music

Live Music Sector Pushes for $5,000 Gig Threshold on Performer Super

The Australian Live Music Business Council says new ATO resources clarify some performer-super obligations but leave smaller gigs facing disproportionate administrative costs.

Queensland's Solbar Announces Permanent Closure After Two Decades

Iconic Sunshine Coast venue Solbar has announced it is closing its doors permanently this weekend after 20 years of business.

TEG Partners with Google Cloud to Enhance Fan Experience

The partnership will harness "the power of artificial intelligence (AI), data innovation, to build the next-generation of fan experiences."

Tash Sultana Begins New In-Store Gig Series Supporting Youth Homelessness

Tash Sultana is the debut act for Store Sessions, the new initiative of HoMie in supporting youth housing.

ARIA Announce Launch of Inaugural Best Music Festival Award

The Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) has unveiled its inaugural ARIA Best Music Festival Award, supported by Tixel.

'You Think Bands Will be Around in Five Years?': Melbourne Live Music Venue Owner Slams Insurers in SBS Show

The owner of a popular live music venue in Melbourne has blasted insurers in an upcoming episode of SBS' 'Insight'. 

Exports, Artists, Streaming: LPA’s Evelyn Richardson Proposes Three-Step Plan at Music Inquiry

Richardson proposed a trilogy of solutions when she spoke at the House of Representatives committee inquiry into the live music industry.

As Live Music Inquiry Reaches Final Round, Advocates Propose a Levy on Major Tours

Participants also pitched new funding for regional touring to support regional venues, and greater research into career pathways for artists.

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%.

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