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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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Tones And I signs neighbouring rights deal with Kobalt

Tones And I signs neighbouring rights deal with Kobalt

Tones And I now has representation in the complex world of neighbouring rights.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 21, 2020
Tones And I signs neighbouring rights deal with Kobalt

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Tones And I signs neighbouring rights deal with Kobalt

Tones And I now has representation in the complex world of neighbouring rights.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 21, 2020
Dew Process promotes Alex Young ahead of ‘another breakthrough year’

Dew Process promotes Alex Young ahead of ‘another breakthrough year’

The staff reshuffle kicks off what’s set to be “another breakthrough year” for the label.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 20, 2020
Dew Process promotes Alex Young ahead of ‘another breakthrough year’

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Dew Process promotes Alex Young ahead of ‘another breakthrough year’

The staff reshuffle kicks off what’s set to be “another breakthrough year” for the label.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 20, 2020
ABC responds to Gen Fricker’s claims of security flaws and 'oblivious' leadership

ABC responds to Gen Fricker’s claims of security flaws and 'oblivious' leadership

The Corporation responds to several of Gen Fricker's specific claims.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 19, 2020
ABC responds to Gen Fricker’s claims of security flaws and 'oblivious' leadership

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ABC responds to Gen Fricker’s claims of security flaws and 'oblivious' leadership

The Corporation responds to several of Gen Fricker's specific claims.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 19, 2020
Radio silence: the ABC’s alleged mishandling of violent threats

Radio silence: the ABC’s alleged mishandling of violent threats

ABC, we’ve got a problem. No, not the constant pressures that come with the federal government’s funding freeze, which is certainly a problem. A mighty big one at that. Or those regular calls from…

By Lars Brandle - Feb 19, 2020
Radio silence: the ABC’s alleged mishandling of violent threats

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Radio silence: the ABC’s alleged mishandling of violent threats

ABC, we’ve got a problem. No, not the constant pressures that come with the federal government’s funding freeze, which is certainly a problem. A mighty big one at that. Or those regular calls from…

By Lars Brandle - Feb 19, 2020
Tame Impala’s 'The Slow Rush' takes lead in race for U.K., Australia chart titles

Tame Impala’s 'The Slow Rush' takes lead in race for U.K., Australia chart titles

It's Tame Impala vs Justin Bieber for chart titles around the globe.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 18, 2020
Tame Impala’s 'The Slow Rush' takes lead in race for U.K., Australia chart titles

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Tame Impala’s 'The Slow Rush' takes lead in race for U.K., Australia chart titles

It's Tame Impala vs Justin Bieber for chart titles around the globe.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 18, 2020
Fire Fight Australia concert wins ratings, raises $9.5 million…and counting

Fire Fight Australia concert wins ratings, raises $9.5 million…and counting

The historic all-star concert was watched by well over one million Aussies and generated a truckload of money for bushfire relief.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 17, 2020
Fire Fight Australia concert wins ratings, raises $9.5 million…and counting

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Fire Fight Australia concert wins ratings, raises $9.5 million…and counting

The historic all-star concert was watched by well over one million Aussies and generated a truckload of money for bushfire relief.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 17, 2020
20 tips from 20 years observing the music industry

20 tips from 20 years observing the music industry

Here’s a few lessons learned from two decades as a music trade reporter.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 14, 2020
20 tips from 20 years observing the music industry

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20 tips from 20 years observing the music industry

Here’s a few lessons learned from two decades as a music trade reporter.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 14, 2020
Ticketmaster expands into Asia

Ticketmaster expands into Asia

Asia has a growing live entertainment business and significant venues, says Ticketmaster's Mark Yovich.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 13, 2020
Ticketmaster expands into Asia

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Ticketmaster expands into Asia

Asia has a growing live entertainment business and significant venues, says Ticketmaster's Mark Yovich.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 13, 2020
Caravana Sun signs with Berlin’s Embassy of Music: Exclusive

Caravana Sun signs with Berlin’s Embassy of Music: Exclusive

There's bright days ahead for Caravana Sun, who've signed a new, international deal with new music in the works.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 12, 2020
Caravana Sun signs with Berlin’s Embassy of Music: Exclusive

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Caravana Sun signs with Berlin’s Embassy of Music: Exclusive

There's bright days ahead for Caravana Sun, who've signed a new, international deal with new music in the works.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 12, 2020
‘Dance Monkey’ is the first U.S. top 5 hit written by a woman in a long time

‘Dance Monkey’ is the first U.S. top 5 hit written by a woman in a long time

Tones' record-smashing track single this week swings into the top 5 for the first time.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 11, 2020
‘Dance Monkey’ is the first U.S. top 5 hit written by a woman in a long time

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‘Dance Monkey’ is the first U.S. top 5 hit written by a woman in a long time

Tones' record-smashing track single this week swings into the top 5 for the first time.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 11, 2020
Yes, that's Michael Chugg and Andrew Stone in Lime Cordiale's new clip

Yes, that's Michael Chugg and Andrew Stone in Lime Cordiale's new clip

See Chuggi and Stone channel their inner De Niros.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 10, 2020
Yes, that's Michael Chugg and Andrew Stone in Lime Cordiale's new clip

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Yes, that's Michael Chugg and Andrew Stone in Lime Cordiale's new clip

See Chuggi and Stone channel their inner De Niros.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 10, 2020
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