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New Podcast Exposes Dark Underbelly of Australia’s Reality TV Music Machine

New Podcast Exposes Dark Underbelly of Australia’s Reality TV Music Machine

'The Moment It Changed: Touchdown' uncovers the exploitation, manipulation, and fallout from 'Australian Idol', 'The Voice', and more.

By Jade Kennedy - May 14, 2025
New Podcast Exposes Dark Underbelly of Australia’s Reality TV Music Machine

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New Podcast Exposes Dark Underbelly of Australia’s Reality TV Music Machine

'The Moment It Changed: Touchdown' uncovers the exploitation, manipulation, and fallout from 'Australian Idol', 'The Voice', and more.

By Jade Kennedy - May 14, 2025
UNIFIED Music Group Bolsters Leadership Team as Company Enters New Growth Phase

UNIFIED Music Group Bolsters Leadership Team as Company Enters New Growth Phase

UNIFIED Music Group announces key leadership promotions as the company enters a new phase of growth and innovation
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By Jade Kennedy - May 13, 2025
UNIFIED Music Group Bolsters Leadership Team as Company Enters New Growth Phase

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UNIFIED Music Group Bolsters Leadership Team as Company Enters New Growth Phase

UNIFIED Music Group announces key leadership promotions as the company enters a new phase of growth and innovation
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By Jade Kennedy - May 13, 2025
The Adland ARIA Award Is back for 2025

The Adland ARIA Award Is back for 2025

Now in its third year, the Adland ARIA Award spotlights campaigns that creatively champion homegrown music in brand storytelling.

By Jade Kennedy - May 13, 2025
The Adland ARIA Award Is back for 2025

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The Adland ARIA Award Is back for 2025

Now in its third year, the Adland ARIA Award spotlights campaigns that creatively champion homegrown music in brand storytelling.

By Jade Kennedy - May 13, 2025
Blue Music Services Launches ‘The Blueprint Project’ to Accelerate Australia’s Next Electronic Stars

Blue Music Services Launches ‘The Blueprint Project’ to Accelerate Australia’s Next Electronic Stars

Applications are now open for 'The Blueprint Project', offering a full artist development package for emerging Australian electronic talent.

By Jade Kennedy - May 6, 2025
Blue Music Services Launches ‘The Blueprint Project’ to Accelerate Australia’s Next Electronic Stars

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Blue Music Services Launches ‘The Blueprint Project’ to Accelerate Australia’s Next Electronic Stars

Applications are now open for 'The Blueprint Project', offering a full artist development package for emerging Australian electronic talent.

By Jade Kennedy - May 6, 2025
Nominations Open for 2025 AWMAs, #NominateThem Campaign Launches

Nominations Open for 2025 AWMAs, #NominateThem Campaign Launches

AWMA introduces #NominateThem: aimed at encouraging fans, colleagues and industry leaders to nominate those who may not self-nominate

By Jade Kennedy - Apr 22, 2025
Nominations Open for 2025 AWMAs, #NominateThem Campaign Launches

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Nominations Open for 2025 AWMAs, #NominateThem Campaign Launches

AWMA introduces #NominateThem: aimed at encouraging fans, colleagues and industry leaders to nominate those who may not self-nominate

By Jade Kennedy - Apr 22, 2025
Australian Greens Announce $20 Million Annual Festivals Support Plan

Australian Greens Announce $20 Million Annual Festivals Support Plan

Senator Hanson-Young: the plan goes beyond patchwork measures, offering a long-term, structural solution to challenges facing the industry

By Jade Kennedy - Apr 18, 2025
Australian Greens Announce $20 Million Annual Festivals Support Plan

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Australian Greens Announce $20 Million Annual Festivals Support Plan

Senator Hanson-Young: the plan goes beyond patchwork measures, offering a long-term, structural solution to challenges facing the industry

By Jade Kennedy - Apr 18, 2025
Bliss n Eso Land Fourth ARIA No. 1 Album Debut with ‘The Moon (The Light Side)’

Bliss n Eso Land Fourth ARIA No. 1 Album Debut with ‘The Moon (The Light Side)’

The hip hop pioneers have landed their fourth ARIA No. 1 debut with their eighth studio album, ahead of their 31-date national tour

By Jade Kennedy - Apr 18, 2025
Bliss n Eso Land Fourth ARIA No. 1 Album Debut with ‘The Moon (The Light Side)’

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Bliss n Eso Land Fourth ARIA No. 1 Album Debut with ‘The Moon (The Light Side)’

The hip hop pioneers have landed their fourth ARIA No. 1 debut with their eighth studio album, ahead of their 31-date national tour

By Jade Kennedy - Apr 18, 2025
VMDO Launches First-Ever Music Data and Insights Summit in Melbourne

VMDO Launches First-Ever Music Data and Insights Summit in Melbourne

VMDO’s first Music Data and Insights Summit lands in Melbourne this April, exploring live music trends, streaming, and new research data

By Jade Kennedy - Apr 18, 2025
VMDO Launches First-Ever Music Data and Insights Summit in Melbourne

News

VMDO Launches First-Ever Music Data and Insights Summit in Melbourne

VMDO’s first Music Data and Insights Summit lands in Melbourne this April, exploring live music trends, streaming, and new research data

By Jade Kennedy - Apr 18, 2025
GoFundMe CEO, 'Girls That Invest' Founder Among First Speakers Announced for SXSW Sydney

GoFundMe CEO, 'Girls That Invest' Founder Among First Speakers Announced for SXSW Sydney

SXSW Sydney promises keynotes, panels, and workshops designed to deliver the tools you need to lead change and drive innovation

By Jade Kennedy - Apr 7, 2025
GoFundMe CEO, 'Girls That Invest' Founder Among First Speakers Announced for SXSW Sydney

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GoFundMe CEO, 'Girls That Invest' Founder Among First Speakers Announced for SXSW Sydney

SXSW Sydney promises keynotes, panels, and workshops designed to deliver the tools you need to lead change and drive innovation

By Jade Kennedy - Apr 7, 2025
Youth Listeners Fuel Radio’s Digital-Era Boom

Youth Listeners Fuel Radio’s Digital-Era Boom

In the age of Spotify and TikTok, commercial radio has hit peak listeners, and youth-driven formats are doing well, stats tell

By Jade Kennedy - Mar 27, 2025
Youth Listeners Fuel Radio’s Digital-Era Boom

Radio Wrap

Youth Listeners Fuel Radio’s Digital-Era Boom

In the age of Spotify and TikTok, commercial radio has hit peak listeners, and youth-driven formats are doing well, stats tell

By Jade Kennedy - Mar 27, 2025
Gage Roads Brewery Cancels John Butler Gig, Citing Venue 'Ambience' Concerns

Gage Roads Brewery Cancels John Butler Gig, Citing Venue 'Ambience' Concerns

The free concert, Freo for a Frack Free Kimberley, was originally scheduled for Thursday at Gage Roads but changed venue at the last minute.

By Jade Kennedy - Feb 6, 2025
Gage Roads Brewery Cancels John Butler Gig, Citing Venue 'Ambience' Concerns

News

Gage Roads Brewery Cancels John Butler Gig, Citing Venue 'Ambience' Concerns

The free concert, Freo for a Frack Free Kimberley, was originally scheduled for Thursday at Gage Roads but changed venue at the last minute.

By Jade Kennedy - Feb 6, 2025
The Hottest 100 Has an Australian Music Problem. We Need to Talk About It

The Hottest 100 Has an Australian Music Problem. We Need to Talk About It

As we approach the Hottest 100 countdown, there seems to be a problem with Australian artists cracking the top. Let's talk about it.

By Jade Kennedy - Jan 23, 2025
The Hottest 100 Has an Australian Music Problem. We Need to Talk About It

Opinion

The Hottest 100 Has an Australian Music Problem. We Need to Talk About It

As we approach the Hottest 100 countdown, there seems to be a problem with Australian artists cracking the top. Let's talk about it.

By Jade Kennedy - Jan 23, 2025
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