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Jake Challenor

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Executive Editor, B2B

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The Buckleys begin virtual North American tour through Live Nation

The Buckleys begin virtual North American tour through Live Nation

The rise of breakout Australian band The Buckleys ain't no daydream.

By Jake Challenor - Apr 6, 2020
The Buckleys begin virtual North American tour through Live Nation

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The Buckleys begin virtual North American tour through Live Nation

The rise of breakout Australian band The Buckleys ain't no daydream.

By Jake Challenor - Apr 6, 2020
'Clerical error' robs 5SOS of #1 debut on Billboard album chart

'Clerical error' robs 5SOS of #1 debut on Billboard album chart

Someone made a soul-crushing boo-boo leaving 5SOS at #2 in the US this week.

By Jake Challenor - Apr 6, 2020
'Clerical error' robs 5SOS of #1 debut on Billboard album chart

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'Clerical error' robs 5SOS of #1 debut on Billboard album chart

Someone made a soul-crushing boo-boo leaving 5SOS at #2 in the US this week.

By Jake Challenor - Apr 6, 2020
'I’m so happy': Montaigne will still get her shot at Eurovision glory

'I’m so happy': Montaigne will still get her shot at Eurovision glory

Montaigne will represent Australia at next year's Eurovision.

By Jake Challenor - Apr 2, 2020
'I’m so happy': Montaigne will still get her shot at Eurovision glory

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'I’m so happy': Montaigne will still get her shot at Eurovision glory

Montaigne will represent Australia at next year's Eurovision.

By Jake Challenor - Apr 2, 2020
Live Nation CEO Michael Rapino donates $250k to Crew Nation fund

Live Nation CEO Michael Rapino donates $250k to Crew Nation fund

Live Nation will be contacting affected crew members from this week.

By Jake Challenor - Apr 2, 2020
Live Nation CEO Michael Rapino donates $250k to Crew Nation fund

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Live Nation CEO Michael Rapino donates $250k to Crew Nation fund

Live Nation will be contacting affected crew members from this week.

By Jake Challenor - Apr 2, 2020
Will the Government's $130b wage subsidy keep the music biz afloat?

Will the Government's $130b wage subsidy keep the music biz afloat?

There is some fresh hope for music businesses facing uncertain futures.

By Jake Challenor - Apr 1, 2020
Will the Government's $130b wage subsidy keep the music biz afloat?

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Will the Government's $130b wage subsidy keep the music biz afloat?

There is some fresh hope for music businesses facing uncertain futures.

By Jake Challenor - Apr 1, 2020
5SOS could claim the #1 album in US, UK & Australia this week

5SOS could claim the #1 album in US, UK & Australia this week

Early projections have emerged for one of the week’s biggest new albums.

By Jake Challenor - Mar 31, 2020
5SOS could claim the #1 album in US, UK & Australia this week

Chart Analysis

5SOS could claim the #1 album in US, UK & Australia this week

Early projections have emerged for one of the week’s biggest new albums.

By Jake Challenor - Mar 31, 2020
Music biz conference MIDEM cancelled, virtual event coming

Music biz conference MIDEM cancelled, virtual event coming

In news that will surprise nobody, MIDEM 2020 has been cancelled.

By Jake Challenor - Mar 31, 2020
Music biz conference MIDEM cancelled, virtual event coming

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Music biz conference MIDEM cancelled, virtual event coming

In news that will surprise nobody, MIDEM 2020 has been cancelled.

By Jake Challenor - Mar 31, 2020
Ka-Ching! Meet the Brisbane muso ready to save the biz from broke

Ka-Ching! Meet the Brisbane muso ready to save the biz from broke

Brisbane-based artist Joseph Knox-Wheeler launched The Merch Desk.

By Jake Challenor - Mar 27, 2020
Ka-Ching! Meet the Brisbane muso ready to save the biz from broke

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Ka-Ching! Meet the Brisbane muso ready to save the biz from broke

Brisbane-based artist Joseph Knox-Wheeler launched The Merch Desk.

By Jake Challenor - Mar 27, 2020
COVID-19 forces APRA Music Awards to a new home on the internet

COVID-19 forces APRA Music Awards to a new home on the internet

The event was scheduled for April 28 in Sydney.

By Jake Challenor - Mar 26, 2020
COVID-19 forces APRA Music Awards to a new home on the internet

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COVID-19 forces APRA Music Awards to a new home on the internet

The event was scheduled for April 28 in Sydney.

By Jake Challenor - Mar 26, 2020
Aussie hitmaker Sam Fischer talks isolation in LA & viral hit 'This City'

Aussie hitmaker Sam Fischer talks isolation in LA & viral hit 'This City'

Sam Fischer is bunkered down in Hollywood, but his spirit remains on the up.

By Jake Challenor - Mar 25, 2020
Aussie hitmaker Sam Fischer talks isolation in LA & viral hit 'This City'

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Aussie hitmaker Sam Fischer talks isolation in LA & viral hit 'This City'

Sam Fischer is bunkered down in Hollywood, but his spirit remains on the up.

By Jake Challenor - Mar 25, 2020
PPCA pledge cash advances to Aussie acts doing it tough

PPCA pledge cash advances to Aussie acts doing it tough

PPCA has announced some welcome relief to affected artists.

By Jake Challenor - Mar 20, 2020
PPCA pledge cash advances to Aussie acts doing it tough

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PPCA pledge cash advances to Aussie acts doing it tough

PPCA has announced some welcome relief to affected artists.

By Jake Challenor - Mar 20, 2020
How the ATO and big banks plan to help virus-affected small biz

How the ATO and big banks plan to help virus-affected small biz

Unpacking the Government's stimulus package for small businesses.

By Jake Challenor - Mar 20, 2020
How the ATO and big banks plan to help virus-affected small biz

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How the ATO and big banks plan to help virus-affected small biz

Unpacking the Government's stimulus package for small businesses.

By Jake Challenor - Mar 20, 2020
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