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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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Australian music fans are a ‘force for positive change’: Report

Australian music fans are a ‘force for positive change’: Report

Music fans are highly motivated to change society for the good, a study has found.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 12, 2019
Australian music fans are a ‘force for positive change’: Report

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Australian music fans are a ‘force for positive change’: Report

Music fans are highly motivated to change society for the good, a study has found.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 12, 2019
TEG’s Geoff Jones talks U.S. plans, SandTunes Festival cancellation & more

TEG’s Geoff Jones talks U.S. plans, SandTunes Festival cancellation & more

In a candid, hour-long chat, Geoff Jones gave AMW guests a look into the company's global future.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 11, 2019
TEG’s Geoff Jones talks U.S. plans, SandTunes Festival cancellation & more

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TEG’s Geoff Jones talks U.S. plans, SandTunes Festival cancellation & more

In a candid, hour-long chat, Geoff Jones gave AMW guests a look into the company's global future.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 11, 2019
Etcetc’s Aden Mullens talks Lab78, Nick Littlemore and Peter Mayes’ new label

Etcetc’s Aden Mullens talks Lab78, Nick Littlemore and Peter Mayes’ new label

The duo behind PNAU, Empire of the Sun and Teenager have launched Lab78, through a partnership with etcetc.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 8, 2019
Etcetc’s Aden Mullens talks Lab78, Nick Littlemore and Peter Mayes’ new label

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Etcetc’s Aden Mullens talks Lab78, Nick Littlemore and Peter Mayes’ new label

The duo behind PNAU, Empire of the Sun and Teenager have launched Lab78, through a partnership with etcetc.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 8, 2019
King Gizzard, 5 Seconds Of Summer among world’s hardest working touring acts: Report

King Gizzard, 5 Seconds Of Summer among world’s hardest working touring acts: Report

Who are the world's top road warriors? ICMP crunched the numbers.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 7, 2019
King Gizzard, 5 Seconds Of Summer among world’s hardest working touring acts: Report

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King Gizzard, 5 Seconds Of Summer among world’s hardest working touring acts: Report

Who are the world's top road warriors? ICMP crunched the numbers.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 7, 2019
TEG’s Geoff Jones talks emerging talent, expansion and ‘opportunities' for Australian artists [EXCLUSIVE]

TEG’s Geoff Jones talks emerging talent, expansion and ‘opportunities' for Australian artists [EXCLUSIVE]

As Australian Music Week 2019 kicks off, keynote speaker Geoff Jones talks emerging artists and global expansion.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 6, 2019
TEG’s Geoff Jones talks emerging talent, expansion and ‘opportunities' for Australian artists [EXCLUSIVE]

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TEG’s Geoff Jones talks emerging talent, expansion and ‘opportunities' for Australian artists [EXCLUSIVE]

As Australian Music Week 2019 kicks off, keynote speaker Geoff Jones talks emerging artists and global expansion.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 6, 2019
Robbie Williams signs global deal with Universal Music Publishing Group

Robbie Williams signs global deal with Universal Music Publishing Group

Robbie's double-length Christmas album is coming soon.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 5, 2019
Robbie Williams signs global deal with Universal Music Publishing Group

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Robbie Williams signs global deal with Universal Music Publishing Group

Robbie's double-length Christmas album is coming soon.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 5, 2019
Bob Lefsetz: 'Aussie bands are the best live performers'

Bob Lefsetz: 'Aussie bands are the best live performers'

6 questions with Bob Lefsetz, Australian Music Week keynote speaker

By Lars Brandle - Nov 4, 2019
Bob Lefsetz: 'Aussie bands are the best live performers'

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Bob Lefsetz: 'Aussie bands are the best live performers'

6 questions with Bob Lefsetz, Australian Music Week keynote speaker

By Lars Brandle - Nov 4, 2019
Michael Gudinski unveils new Mushroom Group structure

Michael Gudinski unveils new Mushroom Group structure

“Mushroom has seen significant growth in recent years across both the live and label businesses and this restructure is an incredibly exciting stage in our evolution,” Michael Gudinski explains.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 1, 2019
Michael Gudinski unveils new Mushroom Group structure

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Michael Gudinski unveils new Mushroom Group structure

“Mushroom has seen significant growth in recent years across both the live and label businesses and this restructure is an incredibly exciting stage in our evolution,” Michael Gudinski explains.

By Lars Brandle - Nov 1, 2019
Spotify launches new app for kids

Spotify launches new app for kids

Strung-out parents, Spotify is coming to the rescue.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 31, 2019
Spotify launches new app for kids

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Spotify launches new app for kids

Strung-out parents, Spotify is coming to the rescue.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 31, 2019
Zane Lowe talks Tones And I, Beats 1 and streaming: ‘It’s the most exciting time to be an artist’

Zane Lowe talks Tones And I, Beats 1 and streaming: ‘It’s the most exciting time to be an artist’

"The streaming era is the most proactive era of the music business history," Zane Lowe tells TIO.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 30, 2019
Zane Lowe talks Tones And I, Beats 1 and streaming: ‘It’s the most exciting time to be an artist’

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Zane Lowe talks Tones And I, Beats 1 and streaming: ‘It’s the most exciting time to be an artist’

"The streaming era is the most proactive era of the music business history," Zane Lowe tells TIO.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 30, 2019
We’re with the crew: Industry support organisation CrewCare launches for live professionals

We’re with the crew: Industry support organisation CrewCare launches for live professionals

CrewCare opens its doors and arms for all workers in the production and allied industries, and their loved ones.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 28, 2019
We’re with the crew: Industry support organisation CrewCare launches for live professionals

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We’re with the crew: Industry support organisation CrewCare launches for live professionals

CrewCare opens its doors and arms for all workers in the production and allied industries, and their loved ones.

By Lars Brandle - Oct 28, 2019
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