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Lars Brandle

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Lars Brandle has reported at the frontline of the international music industry for over 25 years. A former musician, Lars joined the American music trade “bible” Billboard in 2000 and went on to serve as Global News Editor, based in London. Now Billboard’s Australia correspondent and senior writer with The Brag Media, Lars has appeared on CNN, the BBC and ABC, American Public Media and South Africa's EastCoast Radio, and he has spoken at Midem in Cannes, Music Matters in Singapore, Amsterdam Dance Event, London's City Showcase and at industry gatherings on both sides of the Tasman. His works have been published by Reuters, Media Week, Spin, and The Hollywood Reporter, and he has featured as a pundit in the Australian Financial Review, Business Review Weekly and Britain’s The Independent.

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Oak View Group Chairman Tim Leiweke Steps Down Following DoJ Indictment

Oak View Group Chairman Tim Leiweke Steps Down Following DoJ Indictment

Leiweke and Irving Azoff co-founded Oak View Group in 2015. Since then, the company has become one of the standouts in its field.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 11, 2025
Oak View Group Chairman Tim Leiweke Steps Down Following DoJ Indictment

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Oak View Group Chairman Tim Leiweke Steps Down Following DoJ Indictment

Leiweke and Irving Azoff co-founded Oak View Group in 2015. Since then, the company has become one of the standouts in its field.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 11, 2025
Jimmy Barnes’ ‘Working Class Man’ Is Coming to Melbourne International Film Festival

Jimmy Barnes’ ‘Working Class Man’ Is Coming to Melbourne International Film Festival

An intimate portrait of Jimmy Barnes, "Working Class Man" is a standout in a MIFF program of over 275 screen works.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 11, 2025
Jimmy Barnes’ ‘Working Class Man’ Is Coming to Melbourne International Film Festival

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Jimmy Barnes’ ‘Working Class Man’ Is Coming to Melbourne International Film Festival

An intimate portrait of Jimmy Barnes, "Working Class Man" is a standout in a MIFF program of over 275 screen works.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 11, 2025
Emmanuel Kelly Added to Lineup For FIFA Club World Cup Final Halftime Show

Emmanuel Kelly Added to Lineup For FIFA Club World Cup Final Halftime Show

The Australian singer joins the international performers for club football's biggest match, alongside J Balvin, Doja Cat, and Tems.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 10, 2025
Emmanuel Kelly Added to Lineup For FIFA Club World Cup Final Halftime Show

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Emmanuel Kelly Added to Lineup For FIFA Club World Cup Final Halftime Show

The Australian singer joins the international performers for club football's biggest match, alongside J Balvin, Doja Cat, and Tems.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 10, 2025
Good Intent Expands Live Programming Roster (EXCLUSIVE)

Good Intent Expands Live Programming Roster (EXCLUSIVE)

The music agency will now handle bookings for Bootleggers and The Trocadero Room, both Sydney venues, TMN can exclusively confirm.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 10, 2025
Good Intent Expands Live Programming Roster (EXCLUSIVE)

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Good Intent Expands Live Programming Roster (EXCLUSIVE)

The music agency will now handle bookings for Bootleggers and The Trocadero Room, both Sydney venues, TMN can exclusively confirm.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 10, 2025
‘Climate Risk Is Real’: Dion Brant Talks Challenges, Trends In Touring

‘Climate Risk Is Real’: Dion Brant Talks Challenges, Trends In Touring

“We need to be clever and work out how promoters, affected venues, festivals and artists can work together," Dion Brant explains.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 10, 2025
‘Climate Risk Is Real’: Dion Brant Talks Challenges, Trends In Touring

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‘Climate Risk Is Real’: Dion Brant Talks Challenges, Trends In Touring

“We need to be clever and work out how promoters, affected venues, festivals and artists can work together," Dion Brant explains.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 10, 2025
Hilltop Hoods Prep 2026 Arena Tour In Support of 'Fall From the Light'

Hilltop Hoods Prep 2026 Arena Tour In Support of 'Fall From the Light'

The Adelaide hip-hop heavyweights will visit the capitals in 2026 for the Never Coming Home tour, kicking off in Hobart on February 14th.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 9, 2025
Hilltop Hoods Prep 2026 Arena Tour In Support of 'Fall From the Light'

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Hilltop Hoods Prep 2026 Arena Tour In Support of 'Fall From the Light'

The Adelaide hip-hop heavyweights will visit the capitals in 2026 for the Never Coming Home tour, kicking off in Hobart on February 14th.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 9, 2025
AEG Presents Taps Frontier Touring CEO Dion Brant

AEG Presents Taps Frontier Touring CEO Dion Brant

In his new role, Brant will spearhead AEG Presents’ ongoing growth, development and a footprint throughout the region.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 9, 2025
AEG Presents Taps Frontier Touring CEO Dion Brant

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AEG Presents Taps Frontier Touring CEO Dion Brant

In his new role, Brant will spearhead AEG Presents’ ongoing growth, development and a footprint throughout the region.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 9, 2025
Spotify Users Streamed Over 1 Billion Australian Dance Tunes In One Month: Report

Spotify Users Streamed Over 1 Billion Australian Dance Tunes In One Month: Report

Perhaps the most eye-popping stat in the new Spotify export data is provided by Australia's dance music scene. It’s some beat.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 9, 2025
Spotify Users Streamed Over 1 Billion Australian Dance Tunes In One Month: Report

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Spotify Users Streamed Over 1 Billion Australian Dance Tunes In One Month: Report

Perhaps the most eye-popping stat in the new Spotify export data is provided by Australia's dance music scene. It’s some beat.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 9, 2025
Perfect Pitch Publishing Signs The Summertimes’ David Beniuk and David Challenger

Perfect Pitch Publishing Signs The Summertimes’ David Beniuk and David Challenger

"It’s absolutely timeless—quintessentially Australian in both sound and songwriting,” says PPP managing director Clive Hodson.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 8, 2025
Perfect Pitch Publishing Signs The Summertimes’ David Beniuk and David Challenger

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Perfect Pitch Publishing Signs The Summertimes’ David Beniuk and David Challenger

"It’s absolutely timeless—quintessentially Australian in both sound and songwriting,” says PPP managing director Clive Hodson.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 8, 2025
Jessica Ducrou Unveils New Venture, Black Peach

Jessica Ducrou Unveils New Venture, Black Peach

Jessica Ducrou resurfaces with Untitled Group, a year after she split from Secret Sounds Group, the business she co-founded in 2016.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 7, 2025
Jessica Ducrou Unveils New Venture, Black Peach

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Jessica Ducrou Unveils New Venture, Black Peach

Jessica Ducrou resurfaces with Untitled Group, a year after she split from Secret Sounds Group, the business she co-founded in 2016.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 7, 2025
Listen Out Presses ‘Pause’ on 2025 Festival

Listen Out Presses ‘Pause’ on 2025 Festival

The Listen Out team confirmed they’ll be pressing “pause,” and pivoting to curated parties around the country.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 7, 2025
Listen Out Presses ‘Pause’ on 2025 Festival

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Listen Out Presses ‘Pause’ on 2025 Festival

The Listen Out team confirmed they’ll be pressing “pause,” and pivoting to curated parties around the country.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 7, 2025
Lewis Capaldi Sets 2025 ANZ Arena Tour

Lewis Capaldi Sets 2025 ANZ Arena Tour

Lewis Capaldi is heading Down Under.The Scottish singer and songwriter will play seven shows in Christchurch, Auckland, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Perth this November and December,…

By Lars Brandle - Jul 7, 2025
Lewis Capaldi Sets 2025 ANZ Arena Tour

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Lewis Capaldi Sets 2025 ANZ Arena Tour

Lewis Capaldi is heading Down Under.The Scottish singer and songwriter will play seven shows in Christchurch, Auckland, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Perth this November and December,…

By Lars Brandle - Jul 7, 2025
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