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History repeats itself, Taylor Swift’s ‘Fearless’ debuts at No.1 on the Billboard Chart

History repeats itself, Taylor Swift’s ‘Fearless’ debuts at No.1 on the Billboard Chart

Taylor Swift has nothing to prove to anyone, but that hasn't stopped her album from coming in hot. Right now it's dominating the charts too.

By Amber De Luca-Tao - Apr 19, 2021
History repeats itself, Taylor Swift’s ‘Fearless’ debuts at No.1 on the Billboard Chart

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History repeats itself, Taylor Swift’s ‘Fearless’ debuts at No.1 on the Billboard Chart

Taylor Swift has nothing to prove to anyone, but that hasn't stopped her album from coming in hot. Right now it's dominating the charts too.

By Amber De Luca-Tao - Apr 19, 2021
Another blow for the live music industry, Adelaide’s General Admission Events sent into liquidation

Another blow for the live music industry, Adelaide’s General Admission Events sent into liquidation

General Admission, the Adelaide-based events company serviced live music festivals like Groovin' The Moo and more. Now it no longer exists.

By Amber De Luca-Tao - Apr 12, 2021
Another blow for the live music industry, Adelaide’s General Admission Events sent into liquidation

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Another blow for the live music industry, Adelaide’s General Admission Events sent into liquidation

General Admission, the Adelaide-based events company serviced live music festivals like Groovin' The Moo and more. Now it no longer exists.

By Amber De Luca-Tao - Apr 12, 2021
Queensland Music Awards announce the full list of 2021 nominees

Queensland Music Awards announce the full list of 2021 nominees

The Queensland Music Awards have just announced their full list of nominees for the 2021 awards. Are your favourite artists on the bill?

By Amber De Luca-Tao - Apr 8, 2021
Queensland Music Awards announce the full list of 2021 nominees

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Queensland Music Awards announce the full list of 2021 nominees

The Queensland Music Awards have just announced their full list of nominees for the 2021 awards. Are your favourite artists on the bill?

By Amber De Luca-Tao - Apr 8, 2021
Justin Bieber dethrones Morgan Wallen after new album ‘Justice’ goes No. 1

Justin Bieber dethrones Morgan Wallen after new album ‘Justice’ goes No. 1

Justin Bieber has earned himself another No. 1 record on the Billboard 200 Chart, this time putting an end to Morgan Wallen's chart success.

By Amber De Luca-Tao - Mar 29, 2021
Justin Bieber dethrones Morgan Wallen after new album ‘Justice’ goes No. 1

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Justin Bieber dethrones Morgan Wallen after new album ‘Justice’ goes No. 1

Justin Bieber has earned himself another No. 1 record on the Billboard 200 Chart, this time putting an end to Morgan Wallen's chart success.

By Amber De Luca-Tao - Mar 29, 2021
Morgan Wallen’s ‘Dangerous’ spends tenth week at No. 1 on Billboard 200 Chart

Morgan Wallen’s ‘Dangerous’ spends tenth week at No. 1 on Billboard 200 Chart

Morgan Wallen's 'Dangerous' album continues to have some dangerously good success on the Billboard Charts as of this month.

By Amber De Luca-Tao - Mar 22, 2021
Morgan Wallen’s ‘Dangerous’ spends tenth week at No. 1 on Billboard 200 Chart

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Morgan Wallen’s ‘Dangerous’ spends tenth week at No. 1 on Billboard 200 Chart

Morgan Wallen's 'Dangerous' album continues to have some dangerously good success on the Billboard Charts as of this month.

By Amber De Luca-Tao - Mar 22, 2021
Drake continues to blow up, makes Billboard chart history with 'Scary Hours 2'

Drake continues to blow up, makes Billboard chart history with 'Scary Hours 2'

We might be hanging out for 'Certified Lover Boy', but 'Scary Hours 2' has definitely been no disappointment. So what's next for Drake?

By Amber De Luca-Tao - Mar 16, 2021
Drake continues to blow up, makes Billboard chart history with 'Scary Hours 2'

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Drake continues to blow up, makes Billboard chart history with 'Scary Hours 2'

We might be hanging out for 'Certified Lover Boy', but 'Scary Hours 2' has definitely been no disappointment. So what's next for Drake?

By Amber De Luca-Tao - Mar 16, 2021
This year's Grammys ratings hit new lows, with less than half of 2020's viewers

This year's Grammys ratings hit new lows, with less than half of 2020's viewers

This year Grammys did not pop off - at least not on paper. They may have had great live performances, but they didn't have the audience.

By Amber De Luca-Tao - Mar 16, 2021
This year's Grammys ratings hit new lows, with less than half of 2020's viewers

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This year's Grammys ratings hit new lows, with less than half of 2020's viewers

This year Grammys did not pop off - at least not on paper. They may have had great live performances, but they didn't have the audience.

By Amber De Luca-Tao - Mar 16, 2021
A new album hasn't entered the Billboard Top 10 in three weeks

A new album hasn't entered the Billboard Top 10 in three weeks

For the first time since 2000, a new album has failed to debut in the Billboard Top 10, three weeks in a row. What's going on?

By Amber De Luca-Tao - Mar 9, 2021
A new album hasn't entered the Billboard Top 10 in three weeks

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A new album hasn't entered the Billboard Top 10 in three weeks

For the first time since 2000, a new album has failed to debut in the Billboard Top 10, three weeks in a row. What's going on?

By Amber De Luca-Tao - Mar 9, 2021
Miley Cyrus inks new deal with Columbia Records

Miley Cyrus inks new deal with Columbia Records

After having been signed to RCA Records since 2013, Miley Cyrus is officially ready for the next chapter in her career, signing to Columbia.

By Amber De Luca-Tao - Mar 5, 2021
Miley Cyrus inks new deal with Columbia Records

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Miley Cyrus inks new deal with Columbia Records

After having been signed to RCA Records since 2013, Miley Cyrus is officially ready for the next chapter in her career, signing to Columbia.

By Amber De Luca-Tao - Mar 5, 2021
Direct to the fan: websites are where the rubber meets the road for independent artists

Direct to the fan: websites are where the rubber meets the road for independent artists

Much like the live music experience, there are opportunities in the online world for more direct and personal interactions via websites.

By Amber De Luca-Tao - Feb 27, 2021
Direct to the fan: websites are where the rubber meets the road for independent artists

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Direct to the fan: websites are where the rubber meets the road for independent artists

Much like the live music experience, there are opportunities in the online world for more direct and personal interactions via websites.

By Amber De Luca-Tao - Feb 27, 2021
The shortlist for the SoundMerch Australian Music Prize has been revealed

The shortlist for the SoundMerch Australian Music Prize has been revealed

Finalists for the SoundMerch Australian Music Prize include Miiesha and Tame Impala - just to name a couple. Who else is on the list?

By Amber De Luca-Tao - Feb 1, 2021
The shortlist for the SoundMerch Australian Music Prize has been revealed

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The shortlist for the SoundMerch Australian Music Prize has been revealed

Finalists for the SoundMerch Australian Music Prize include Miiesha and Tame Impala - just to name a couple. Who else is on the list?

By Amber De Luca-Tao - Feb 1, 2021
Analysts have weighed in on the expensive podcast investment by Spotify

Analysts have weighed in on the expensive podcast investment by Spotify

A recent report from Citi analysts suggests that the multimillion-dollar podcast investment by Spotify may not be panning out as hoped.

By Amber De Luca-Tao - Jan 17, 2021
Analysts have weighed in on the expensive podcast investment by Spotify

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Analysts have weighed in on the expensive podcast investment by Spotify

A recent report from Citi analysts suggests that the multimillion-dollar podcast investment by Spotify may not be panning out as hoped.

By Amber De Luca-Tao - Jan 17, 2021
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